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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Virtual Conferences & Webinars
Most sales teams say they know their “ideal client.” Few can clearly define it—and even fewer consistently qualify against it.
In this high-impact Sandler training session, we help you identify, document, and operationalize your Ideal Customer Profile (ICP) so you can stop wasting time on the wrong opportunities and start closing the right ones.
Join Endeavor AI's founder as he breaks down a practical, phased approach to bringing AI into your operations - with a clear roadmap designed to deliver real ROI at every stage. You’ll learn how distributors and manufacturers are already using AI to eliminate manual order entry - transforming POs, emails, and inconsistent customer formats into clean, accurate orders.
*This webinar is part of the NFPA Leadership Network, where members build leadership skills, expand their network, and shape the future of fluid power.
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The world of fluid power is being reshaped by a number of advancing technologies that can dramatically improve the performance of fluid power systems. The members of NFPA’s Controls, IoT and Data (CID) Council represent these technologies and offer a unique view of their application and future impact on the fluid power industry. Join us for an interactive discussion with one of these members: Scanreco – a provider of industrial remote control solutions that drive safety and productivity.
Guest: Andy Gray, Director of Sales, Scanreco
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Registration is now open for the Spring Economic Update featuring Lauren Saidel-Baker of ITR Economics. The event will take place virtually on May 21, 2026.
In addition to macroeconomic trends and updates, Lauren will speak on important end use markets for fluid power and updated hydraulic and pneumatic forecasts.
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Previous webinars and presentations.
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Workforce Events
The Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Program is celebrating its 10th year.
Sun Hydraulics will host a Final Competition event at their facility in Florida: April 8-10, 2026.
Please contact Mary Pluta at mpluta@nfpa.com to get involved.
The Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Program is celebrating its 10th year.
IFP Motion Solutions will host a Final Competition event at their facility in Iowa: April 15-17, 2026.
Please contact Mary Pluta at mpluta@nfpa.com to get involved.
On April 21, 2026, Cuyahoga Community College (OH) will host Cleveland area high school students for a Fluid Power Day event. Join us to showcase your company and connect with students exploring Tri-C's fluid power program. Help students learn about the industry, your company, and potential fluid power career paths. To request an exhibit table or learn more, please contact James Foster at jfoster@nfpa.com
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The Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge Program is celebrating its 10th year.
IMI plc will host a Final Competition event at their facility in Illinois: April 22-24, 2026.
Please contact Mary Pluta at mpluta@nfpa.com to get involved.
On May 6, 2026, Waukesha County Technical College (WI) will host area high school students for a Fluid Power Day event. Join us to showcase your company and connect with students exploring WCTC's fluid power program. Help students learn about the industry, your company, and potential fluid power career paths. To request an exhibit table or learn more, please contact James Foster at jfoster@nfpa.com.
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Join us to showcase your company and connect with students exploring Macomb's fluid power program. Help students learn about the industry, your company, and potential fluid power career paths. To request an exhibit table register here! Contact Haley Nemeth with questions at hnemeth@nfpa.com.
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Join us April 21 (2 PM - 3:15 PM Eastern) for a virtual (Zoom) meeting of the Ohio Workforce Engagement Group and connect with educators from Cuyahoga Community College's School of Advanced Manufacturing and Engineering.
This session will highlight talent pipeline and partnership opportunities, including:
- Tri-C's Earn and Learn Program
- Tri-C's Mechanical and SMART Manufacturing Committee
- NFPA Workforce Development Programs
Register here to reserve your spot and receive meeting access details.
For questions, please contact James Foster (jfoster@nfpa.com).
Join us May 21 (9 AM -10:30 AM Central) for a virtual (Zoom) meeting of the Wisconsin Workforce Engagement Group and connect with educators from Waukesha County Technical College - School of Applied Technologies.
Meet the school's new leadership team and hear initial thoughts on 2026-27 NFPA Workforce Programs.
- Meet School of Applied Technologies Leadership
- WCTC Program Updates and Connection Opportunities
- NFPA Initial Thoughts: 2026-27 Programs
Register here to reserve your spot and receive meeting access details.
For questions, please contact James Foster (Jfoster@nfpa.com).
Please reach out to James Foster at jfoster@nfpa.com to learn how you can get involved with the Action Challenge.
Peninsular Cylinder Co. and MCC are hosting a spring FPAC in Michigan. Educators and NFPA members can contact Chadwick Conte (ChadwickC@peninsularcylinders.com) to learn more about registering a team, sponsoring the program, or volunteering at the event.
- Workshop Day: 2/12/26
- Challenge Day: 4/30/26
MSOE is hosting a spring FPAC in Wisconsin. Educators and NFPA members can learn more about registering a team, sponsoring the program, or volunteering at the event by clicking HERE.
- Workshop Day: April 14, 2026
- Challenge Day: May 12, 2026
Komatsu is hosting a spring FPAC in Oil City, PA. Educators and NFPA members can learn more about registering a team, sponsoring the event, and volunteering by contacting Roy Schmoutz (roy.schmoutz@global.komatsu) or Hailee Amos (hailee.amos@global.komatsu).
- Workshop Day: March 17, 2026
- Challenge Day: May 5, 2026
Bucher Hydraulics, Inc. is hosting a Fluid Power Action Challenge. The event will be held at the company's Elgin, IL location in spring 2026. Educators can learn more and register teams by contacting Edgar Torres at edgar.torres@bucherhydraulics.com
- Workshop Day: February 24, 2026
- Challenge Day: April 28, 2026
Permco and Tri-C are hosting a spring FPAC at Tri-C's Advanced Technology Center in Cleveland. Educators and NFPA members can learn more about registering a team or volunteering at the event by contacting Emily Grayson (emily.grayson@permco.com) or Chloe Blick (chloe.blick@permco.com).
- Workshop Day: February 20, 2026
- Challenge Day: May 1, 2026
HCC and EOH/Hydraquip are hosting a spring FPAC at HCC's East Side Campus in Houston, TX. Educators can register teams and NFPA members can learn more by contacting Violeta Vazquez (violeta.vazquez@hccs.edu), Interim Dean of Material Science & Smart Manufacturing.
- Workshop Day: February 27, 2026
- Challenge Day: May 1, 2026