At IFPE 2011, the 52nd National Conference on Fluid Power will be the cornerstone of expanded education. The conference focus is on new technologies and methodologies within the fluid power industry related to improved analysis, design, manufacturing and performance of fluid power components and systems for mobile and industrial markets.
Industry News
CCEFP demonstrates air-powered ankle foot orthosis
Researchers at several of the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power institutions are working on the development of the next generation AFO that will push the limits of fluid power technology.
MD&M West show wrap-up
The Medical Design & Manufacturing show, held at the Anaheim Convention Center last week, was really just a part of the overall action, with sister shows focusing on packaging, electronics, automation, plastics, aerospace/defense, and sustainable manufacturing.
NFPA focusing on innovation at IFPE
NFPA’s booth at IFPE will serve as a gathering place for NFPA members and other attendees. NFPA members are invited to conduct small, informal meetings with their industry colleagues and customers in the booth.
EU commission president visits Festo
President of the European Commission José Manuel Barroso and European Commissioner Günther Oettinger visited Festo during a visit to the German state of Baden-Württemberg.
Trelleborg launches updated iPhone App
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions has launched an updated version of its iPhone app that allows switching between inch and metric measurements.
Airline Hydraulics completes acquisition of Fluid Power Automation
Airline Hydraulics announced the acquisition of Fluid Power Automation LLC, a technology distributor of pneumatic and electric machine automation products located in North Kingstown, Rhode Island.
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions opens office in Argentina
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions opened a new sales office in Buenos Aires, Argentina, this month.
Fluid power leaders to gather for NFPA’s annual conference
The NFPA Annual Conference of the National Fluid Power Association is widely regarded as one of the best opportunities for industry decision-makers to come together for education and networking.
Introducing Paul Heney
I’d like to introduce myself as the newest Senior Editor for Design World. I’ll be focusing on pneumatics and mobile hydraulics, along with covering some other technologies.