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    • National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)

    Milwaukee, WI 53124

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    About National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)

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    6737 W. Washington St.
    Suite 2350
     Milwaukee, WI 53124
    United States
    https://www.nfpa.com/home.htm
    (414) 778-3344

    More Info on National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)

    Since its founding in 1953, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) has worked to promote fluid power technology and support the entire fluid power supply chain. The association now includes over 340 member companies which work together to address industry needs and success. 

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    Shipments for hydraulic components will improve in 2025 as recovery occurs in heavy machinery and other markets
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    Economic Signals are Improving for Fluid Power Industry in 2025

    Dec. 10, 2024
    Macroeconomic signals are pointing to recovery in several markets which will present growth opportunities for the fluid power sector.
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    Macroeconomic trends are signaling more positive conditions for the global economy
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    Macroeconomic Trends to Watch in 2025

    Dec. 10, 2024
    Current macroeconomic trends are signaling an improved global economy in 2025, but careful planning and monitoring of these trends will be necessary to capitalize on growth opportunitie...
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    Communication networks and protocols for mobile machines are evolving to meet advanced technology needs
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    The Changing Landscape of Communication Protocols for Fluid Power Systems

    Nov. 18, 2024
    A new NFPA report examines how increasing digitization and other industry trends are expanding the communication protocols used in mobile equipment with which fluid power systems...
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    A Guide to Basic Components in Modern Fluid Power Systems

    Feb. 22, 2024
    Learn the role various components play in creating intelligent hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
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    Sensors & Software

    Sensors in Fluid Power Bring a Range of Design Opportunities

    Feb. 12, 2024
    Benefits ranging from improved precision and control to enhanced machine monitoring are possible when integrating sensors into fluid power systems.
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    hydraulic hoses on heavy machinery
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    2024 Recession Presents Fluid Power Industry Opportunities for Investment

    Dec. 12, 2023
    With a mild recession predicted for 2024, fluid power manufacturers should use this time to invest in their business and prepare for the rebound coming in the second half of the...

    Videos & Resources

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    Shipments for hydraulic components continued their downward trend in October 2024
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    Fluid Power Shipments Up in October but Continue Trending Downward

    Dec. 4, 2024
    Data from the National Fluid Power Association shows total fluid power shipments rose in October compared to the previous month but remained down from 2023 levels.
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    Hydraulic valve block
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    Fluid Power Shipments Remain on a Decline

    Nov. 8, 2024
    Recent data from NFPA shows total fluid power shipments decreased 9.4% in September 2024 and remain on a downward trend.
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    Shipments for pneumatics continued to decline in August 2024
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    Downward Trend Continues for Fluid Power Shipments in August 2024

    Oct. 9, 2024
    NFPA reports total fluid power shipments declined 14.9% in August 2024 compared to the previous year.
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    Shipments for hydraulic components are trending downward
    Hydraulics

    Fluid Power Shipments and Orders Trend Downwards in June 2024

    Aug. 7, 2024
    Data from the NFPA shows shipments and orders for fluid power products were down in June from previous months.
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    hydraulic cylinders
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    Fluid Power Shipments Decreased in April 2024

    June 13, 2024
    Data from the National Fluid Power Association shows hydraulic and pneumatic shipments are on a downward trend.
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    Hydraulic and pneumatic shipments rose in August 2023.
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    Fluid Power Shipments Rise in August 2023

    Oct. 9, 2023
    NFPA data shows shipments of hydraulics and pneumatics increased compared to the previous month.

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    A number of innovations took place in the fluid power market in 2024
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    Looking Back at an Innovative 2024 in Fluid Power

    Dec. 18, 2024
    Sensor advancements and other technological developments as well as unique use cases can be counted among the highlights for hydraulics and pneumatics in 2024.
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    Record Number of Student Teams Participating in NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge

    Nov. 25, 2024
    A record 26 university teams are participating in the 2024-25 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge.
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    Industrial applications are important to the hydraulics and pneumatics market
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    NFPA Seeks Volunteers for Industrial Fluid Power Technology Roadmap Development

    Oct. 24, 2024
    The NFPA is seeking input from hydraulics and pneumatics experts on technological needs for industrial applications.
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    Engineering students race their designs during NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Final Competition
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    Registration Opens for 2025 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge

    Oct. 1, 2024
    Engineering students can now register for the 2025 Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge which will include three final competitions.
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    Technology developments for tractors and other off-highway machines will be on display at iVT Expo 2024
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    iVT Expo 2024 to Showcase Latest Off-Highway Vehicle Technologies

    Aug. 13, 2024
    The 2024 edition of iVT Expo will showcase the technologies and trends influencing off-highway vehicle designs.
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    Construction equipment with hydraulics on display at CONEXPO
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    Fluid Power to Remain Important Part of CONEXPO 2026

    July 25, 2024
    A components concentration area will provide opportunities for hydraulics and pneumatics suppliers to showcase their latest technology for the construction equipment industry....
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    Excavators rely on hydraulics for many machine movements
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    NFPA Confirms Presentation Topics for Advanced Hydraulics Conference

    June 26, 2024
    The National Fluid Power Association is hosting an advanced hydraulics conference in conjunction with iVT Expo 2024.
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    This Week in Power & Motion: Volvo CE Expands Manufacturing Capacity for Electrification

    May 31, 2024
    Volvo CE has expanded two manufacturing facilities to increase production of electric machines, Danfoss names new leaders for two business divisions, and more industry news you...
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    Students test designs at NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge
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    Winners Announced for 2024 NFPA Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge

    May 22, 2024
    Northern Illinois University and Kennesaw State University were named Overall Champions for their vehicle designs utilizing fluid power technologies.