Technology Reports

NFPA Technology Reports & Resources

As defined in the 2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap, there are many machine-level technology trends that are actively shaping the future of the fluid power industry. These trends include the increasing electrification, connectivity, and autonomous functionality of both the mobile and industrial machines that use fluid power in their power or control systems. In September 2023, NFPA launched its Technology Task Force to better understand these trends, and to engage stakeholders across the supply chain in the development of the resources and connections that will be needed to keep fluid power positioned as an actuation technology of choice on mobile and industrial platforms.

Here's a list of resources and technology reports that have been developed.

2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap

Every other year, the National Fluid Power Association (NFPA) engages with stakeholders across the fluid power supply chain to refresh and re-publish its Technology Roadmap for the Fluid Power Industry. The NFPA Roadmap is a document that describes the evolving needs of companies in fluid power’s many customer markets, the degree to which fluid power is capable of meeting those needs, and the R&D objectives that will help fluid power meet or better meet those needs in the future. The latest Technology Roadmap was published in August 2023.

Read the 2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap here

Supplement Reports and Resources

As defined in the 2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap, there are many machine-level technology trends that are actively shaping the future of the fluid power industry. These trends include the increasing electrification, connectivity, and autonomous functionality of both the mobile and industrial machines that use fluid power in their power or control systems. NFPA launched a task force to better understand these trends, and to engage stakeholders across the supply chain in the development of the resources and connections that will be needed to keep fluid power positioned as an actuation technology of choice on mobile platforms.

Communications & Data Protocols for Mobile Equipment

A white paper, published in August 2024, that summarizes the communications and data protocols most commonly used on mobile equipment, and begins to collect and present case studies showing successful integrations with fluid power systems.

          White Paper – Communications and data protocols for mobile equipment

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #137: Hydraulic Cartridge Flow Meters for Data Acquisition (11/04/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #120: Elevāt to Help Connect Off-Highway Machinery at iVT EXPO USA 2024 (03/21/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #97: Multi-variable Position Sensor Increases Safety and Productivity for Material Handling (04/24/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #90: Smart Pneumatics for Packaging Equipment (01/16/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #89: 3D Smart Sensors Assist Operators with Mobile Machines (01/02/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #68: Digitization of Industrial Vacuum Systems Creates Energy and Cost Savings for Manufacturers (03/14/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #33: IoT Integration with Sensor and Control Technology (10/26/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #18: Using IoT to Grow Your Aftermarket Parts Business (03/30/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #13: IoT-Driven Relationships Between Fluid Power Suppliers and Customers (01/20/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #12: IoT-Enabled Telematics in Fluid Power Systems (01/06/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #4: IoT Condition Monitoring of Fluid Power Systems (09/16/19)

 

 

Electrification in Fluid Power Report

A comprehensive report, published in March 2023, that

• Explores myths, trends, and buzzwords that have arisen in the space and that have caused confusion.
• Defines electrification within the fluid power industry.
• Outlines the electrification architectures that are commonly applied in the mobile and industrial markets served by fluid power.
• Defines and compares important metrics related to the use of electro-mechanical and electro-hydraulic actuation solutions in these architectures in order to provide guidance on potential applications and technology break points.
• Describes potential changes in market size among mobile and industrial markets served by fluid power as a result of the likely pace of electrified system adoption.
• Describes the product categories within fluid power that are most likely to be affected by those market changes.
• Explores strategies for effectively marketing fluid power solutions in this evolving space

          Read the Electrification in Fluid Power Report here

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #141: Innovative Gear Pump for Electrified Machines (12/30/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #130: HYDAC to Provide 48VDC Standard Electrification Kit for Mobile OEM at iVT EXPO USA 2024 (08/12/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #127: IFP Motion Solutions Inc. to Provide Electric PTO Systems for Work Trucks at iVT EXPO USA 2024 (07/01/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #125: HAWE Hydraulik to Provide Hydraulic Solutions for Electrified Vehicles at iVT EXPO USA 2024 (06/03/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #124: Cross Company to Provide Hydraulic Solutions that Extend Battery Life in Electrified Vehicles at iVT EXPO USA 2024 (05/20/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #115: EHA’s Provide Increased Performance and Safety for Industrial Machines (01/01/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #110: Challenges and Opportunities for Electrifying Off-Road Vehicles - CCEFP Report (10/23/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #92: Efficient System Solutions for the Electrification of Mobile Machines (02/13/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #88: State of Play: Electrification of Mobile Machines (12/19/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #84: Electrification for Motion Control (10/24/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #83: New Hydro-Electric Drive Solutions for Mobile Equipment (10/10/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #82: Electrification of Hydraulic Solutions Using an ePTO (09/26/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #81: Independent Electrohydraulic System Increases Efficiency and Reliability in Aerospace and Military Applications (09/12/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #76: Electrification of Hydraulic Wheel Loaders Maintains Relevance of Fluid Power (07/04/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #73: Fluid Power’s Unique Advantages Continue to Support Electric Truck Functions (05/23/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #69: Innovations in Electric Hydraulic System Technology Changing the Landscape of Waste Management (03/28/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #60: New Research Examines Incorporation of Electrification in Hydraulic Off-Highway Equipment (11/22/21)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #38: Electrified Hydraulic Systems for Top Loaders (01/04/21)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #34: Electrifying the Future of Hydraulic Powertrains (11/09/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #3: Electro-Hydraulic Smart Pumps and Power Units (09/02/19)

 

Energy Efficiency

          White Paper – Demonstrating the need for efficiency gains, and what is driving those needs (coming soon)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #140: Rethinking Hydraulic Motor Design for Transmission Efficiency in Construction Equipment (12/16/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #135: Quiet and Efficient Hydraulics for Electrified Machines (10/07/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #116: Energy Mapping Optimize Systems on Mobile Machines (01/15/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #109: Increasing Hydraulic Efficiency for Electrified Machines (10/9/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #100: High VI Industrial Lubricants and Their Impact on Equipment Efficiency (06/05/23)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #74: Smart Pneumatics Aid in Energy Consumption Reduction for Packaging Processes (06/06/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #65: Innovative Solution Boosts Efficiency of Hydraulics Systems in Refuse Vehicles (01/31/22)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #51: Intelligent Sensor Technology Increases Efficiency of Pneumatic Systems (07/19/21)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #31: Pump and Motor Advancements Solve Inefficiency Issues and Keep Hydraulics Competitive (09/28/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #22: Assessing Your Hydraulic System Efficiency (05/25/20)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #2: Energy Efficient Hydraulic Fluids (08/19/19)

 

 

Pace of Technology Adoption

          White paper - Pace of electrified technology adoption in mobile equipment (coming soon)

Functional Safety

          NFPA Functional Safety White Paper  

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #138: Improving Safety Standards for Off-Road Equipment (11/14/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #134: Demystifying Functional Safety in Mobile Hydraulics (09/23/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #121: Cutting-Edge Cartridge Valve Portfolio Increases Efficiency, Stability and Safety in Mobile Equipment (04/08/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #116: Enhancing Operator Safety with GSH Technology in Mobile Hydraulics (01/29/24)

          Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #55: Hydraulic Safety Valves Reduce Hazards in Industrial Applications (09/13/21)

Preventing Leaks

         Preventing Leaks - Initial Survey Results - 2024
         White Paper -  Preventing leaks in fluid power systems (coming soon)

           Podcast – Fluid Power #104: Only Fluid Power Can Provide Sustainable Sealing Solutions in High Pressured Environments (07/31/23)

           Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #57: Continued Seal Advancements and the Extension of Life for Mobile Equipment (10/11/21)

           Podcast – Fluid Power Forum #16: Choosing the Right Road Seal for Your Hydraulic Application (03/02/20)