nfpa events
NFPA offers numerous fluid power events throughout the year, ranging from large conferences and even larger tradeshows to smaller virtual meetings.
Conferences
The premier economic and market forecasting conference for the fluid power industry and the key markets it serves. Features presentations from leading economists and market analysts. NFPA members receive discounted registration rates.
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This year's program features presentations focused on the technologies, strategies and real-world applications helping OEMs improve efficiency, enhance machine intelligence and prepare for the next generation of off-highway equipment.MORE INFO
Virtual Conferences & Webinars
Previous webinars and presentations.
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Workforce Events
Connect with Purdue Engineering and Technology students at the 2026 International Maha Fluid Power Conference Student Recruitment Event.
What to Expect:
- Casual networking, the opportunity to meet with 100+ student participants and receive their resumes
- Assigned table with seating for two company representatives (recommended attendees: one HR representative and one engineer)
- Dedicated space to hold interviews
More information can be found HERE. Reach out to hnemeth@nfpa.com with questions.
Connect with NFPA's Fast Track Hub Northampton Community College (NCC) to learn about Fall '26 workforce recruitment events and resources.
What to Expect:
- Learn about NCC's Fall Job Fairs & Winter Job Shadowing Program
- Get updates about NCC's Fluid Power Action Challenge
- Gain information about NFPA's Fluid Power Forum & Technology Reports
Register here to attend via Zoom.
Reach out to ebauer@nfpa.com with questions.
Please reach out to James Foster at jfoster@nfpa.com to learn how you can get involved with the Action Challenge.
Northampton Community College (NCC) is NFPA's Fast Track Hub in Pennsylvania, and is hosting a Fluid Power Action Challenge in the Fall semester!
Local high school students will gather for the following FPAC event days:
- October 2nd: Workshop Day - learning fluid power fundamentals & building kits
- December 15th: Challenge Day - competition with fluid-powered machines
NFPA Members in the Lehigh Valley are encouraged to volunteer their engineering talent or judge the final competition!
Reach out to Erin Bauer at ebauer@nfpa.com for more information.