Fluid Power Forum

On today's show, our guest is Jim Phillips. Jim is the Outside Salesman at Saporito Finishing Company. Saporito Finishing Company is a leading metal finishing provider offering anodizing, plating, electroless nickel, and chemical film coatings for industries like aerospace, defense, and automotive. Today, we've invited Jim into our forum to discuss how metal finishing processes play a critical role in protecting hydraulic components from corrosion and wear. With a wide range of finishes used across the fluid power industry, Saporito helps ensure the reliability and longevity of hydraulic systems operating in demanding environments. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com. Connect with Jim at Jim.Phillips@saporitofinishing.com 

On today's show, our guest is Jason Looman. Jason is the President of Scanreco US, Inc., a company specializing in professional radio remote control systems for heavy-duty applications. Jason spoke on our CID panel at our Annual Conference back in February. Today, we invited him into our forum to discuss key takeaways from his panel, including how IoT integrates with fluid power, emerging customer trends, and what suppliers need to stay competitive. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with jason at jason.looman@scanreco.com. 

Today, our guest is Ernie Parker. Ernie started learning about fluid power technology in 1965, which led him to teaching it at Hennepin Technical College. In 2019 he was recognized by the International Fluid Power Society and inducted into the inaugural class of the IFPS Hall of Fame for his achievements and contributions to the industry. Ernie also serves as a technical liaison for our hydraulically powered bicycle competition, the Fluid Power Vehicle Challenge. Today, we've invited him into the forum to discuss the advancements he's witnessed in fluid power technology, some of the unique projects he's worked on - including his experience consulting on hydraulic systems for amusement park rides at the Mall of America. We'll also explore the challenges of designing reliable hydraulic systems, as well as what the future holds for the industry.  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com  or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with Ernie Parker at ernieparker1@msn.com.  Images of Ernie Parker's Projects

On today's show, our guests are Prabal Malviya and Chad Larish. Prabal is a senior engineer in the Autonomy group and Chad is a principal engineer in the Controls division within Danfoss Power Solutions. Danfoss designs engineered hydraulic, electric, and electronic systems and components, for use primarily in off-highway mobile equipment and attachments.  We invited Prabal and Chad into our forum to learn more about the range of hydraulic, fluid conveyance, and electrification solutions, including the latest advancements in autonomous boom control, the key technologies driving autonomy in off-highway equipment, and how Danfoss is developing solutions to meet the evolving demands of the industry.  Connect with Chad: chad.larish@danfoss.com   Connect with Prabal: prabal.malviya@danfoss.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.  https://www.danfoss.com/en-us/products/dps/autonomy/#tab-software-engineering-services. 

On today's show, our guest is Adam Livesay. Adam is the co-founder of Elevat, an Industrial IoT company focused on connecting the industrial world. Elevat powers an ecosystem of smart manufacturers, machines, and connected fleets to deliver intelligent services, products, and outcomes to the marketplace. Today, we invited him into our forum to discuss key takeaways from his panel, including how IoT integrates with fluid power, emerging customer trends, and what suppliers need to stay competitive. Connect with Adam at adam@elevat-iot.com.  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.    

Today, we're bringing you a first-of-its-kind episode of Fluid Power Forum, featuring AI-generated voices discussing key findings from NFPA's recent white paper, The Machine Safety Compendium—a report from our Technology Task Force on Functional Safety. As AI continues to evolve and shape industries, we wanted to explore its potential by using it to generate this discussion. You'll hear two AI-generated voices engaging in a conversation about the white paper's insights. While this is an experimental approach, we believe it offers a new way to share technical knowledge in an engaging format. This topic will also be explored further in an upcoming NFPA roundtable webinar on April 10, 2025, so be sure to join us for that discussion as well. We'd love to hear your thoughts! Let us know what you think about this “scary good” AI-generated episode and how AI is being integrated into your own fluid power applications. Now, let's dive in!

On today's show, our guests are Joe Schottler and Ben Hoxie. Joe is a Senior Director of Product Development and Ben is the Senior Director of Solutions, both at Danfoss Power Solutions. Danfoss designs engineered hydraulic, electric, and electronic systems and components, for use primarily in off-highway mobile equipment and attachments. Today, we invited Joe and Ben into our forum to discuss the evolution and impact of the PLUS+1® platform, which has advanced hydraulic functions and off-highway mobile machines over the past 20 years. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with Ben: benjamin.hoxie@danfoss.com    Connect with Joe: jschottler@danfoss.com

Today, our guest is Austin Karst. Austin is an Application Engineering Manager in the U.S. at Walvoil Fluid Power, a distributor of fluid power products focusing mainly in the mobile space. He presented at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on Adaptive Load Sensing and Energy Recovery Solutions. We invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic.  Connect with Austin: akarst@walvoilusa.com   Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

Today, our guest is Bruno Dupuis. Bruno is a Corporate Accounts Manager at Famic Technologies Inc., the company behind the development of Automation Studio™, a circuit design and simulation software for fluid power, electrical, robotics, process control and automation projects. He presented at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO back in August. His presentation was on Advanced Modeling Techniques and Performance Comparisons of Electrohydraulic Systems. We invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com. Connect with Bruno: bdupuis@famictech.com.

Today, our guest is Manuel Rigosi. Manuel is the R&D Manager for Hydraulics at Casappa SpA (headquartered in Italy, Parma). Casappa produces a range of gear pumps and motors in aluminum and cast iron as well as piston pumps and motors with fixed and variable displacement. He presented at the 2024 MAHA Conference in September on innovative gear pumps for electrified machines, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with Manuel at rigosim@casappa.com.

Today, our guest is Pierre Bernard. Pierre is a Hydromechanics Engineering Manager at Poclain Hydraulics. a worldwide manufacturer of HTLS radial piston cam lobe motors, hydrostatic axles, variable displacement pumps, and more. He presented at the 2024 MAHA Conference in September on improving hydrostatic transmission efficiency by using a radial piston cam lobe motor architecture, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with Pierre: pierre.bernard@poclain.com Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com, or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assocation. 

Today, our guest is Daneil Fernandes. Daniel is a Business Development Manager at HAWE Hydraulik, USA. He recently presented at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on emerging valve technologies, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with Daniel: d.fernandes@hawe.com

Today, our guest is Rich Nagel. Rich is a program manager for Parker Hannifin's Electrification Growth Team. Parker is a diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets.  Rich gave a presentation at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on examining ISO 13849 safety standards and what it means for off-road equipment OEMs, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with Rich: rnagel@parker.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Today, our guest is Dale Dietel. Dale is the President and CEO of DGD Fluid Power, which specializes in designing and manufacturing hydraulic and electrohydraulic components and systems. Dale gave a presentation at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on advancements in hydraulic technology and data acquisition, with a focus on their applications and benefits in the modern landscape of Industry 4.0. We invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with Dale: ddietel@dgdfluidpower.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

 On today's show, our guest is Jeff Behling. Jeff is the President and CEO of STAUFF Corporation - an internationally certified developer, manufacturer and supplier of hydraulic connectors, coupling, filters, valves and other accessories. Jeff's journey from the shop floor to the executive suite is a testament to the power of perseverance, continuous learning, and seizing opportunities. His story is relevant not just because of his unique background but because it serves as an inspiring example that there isn't just one path to success in the fluid power industry. Whether you're starting your career or looking to make your next big move, these insights offer valuable guidance on how to rise to the top, no matter where you start. Today, we invited Jeff into our forum to share his journey, inspire our listeners, and explore how we can all break the mold in our paths to leadership. Connect with Jeff: j.behling@stauff.com Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

On today's show, our guest is David Stevenson. David is Vice President of Marketing and Product Management at Bucher Hydraulics North America. Bucher Hydraulics designs and manufactures cartridge valves and custom manifolds, compact power units, pressure-balanced gear pumps and motors, and more.  David recently presented at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on silent efficiency and hydraulics for electrified machines, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with David: david.stevenson@bucherhydraulics.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Associaton. Additional Material: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8A71tWyEYOM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H9QIyMu1yco https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dial16rB8bY https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6G8TQtWlx4E

Today, our guest is Marcus Herrera. Marcus is a Sales Application Engineer at HYDAC Technology Corporation – a provider of fluid power solutions to OEMs, manufacturers, and end users of a variety of heavy duty mobile and industrial equipment. Marcus is also a certified hydraulics and a certified electronic controls specialist. He recently presented at NFPA's Hydraulics Conference co-located at the 2024 iVT EXPO. His presentation was on demystifying functional safety in mobile hydraulics, and we invited him into our forum to learn more about that topic. Connect with Marcus: marcus.herrera@hydracusa.com Visit the HYDAC website: https://www.hydac.com/en-us/  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assocation.

Greg is a Business Development Manager at Marzocchi Pumps, a company that designs, manufacters, and sells external gear pumps and motors for high performance applications. We spoke with Marzocchi's president in a previous episode about their low-noise gear pumps for automotive applications. Today, we invited Greg into our forum to learn about the updates and new applications of this technology. Connect with Greg: GregS@MarzocchiPumpsUSA.com Visit the Marzocchi website: https://www.marzocchipompe.com/  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Last week, we brought you the first half of our special coverage from the 2024 iVT Expo, where we heard from industry leaders and innovators on the show floor. Now, we're back with more insights and testimonials from the final day of the event! Tune in to hear what our guests had to say as they wrapped up their experience at this year's expo. iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor. Thank you to the following companies for having guests speak on this episode of Fluid Power Forum: HUSCO, Applied Engineering Services, Marzocchi Pumps, QCC, Magnet Shultz of America, and J.R. Merritt.

We're breaking our usual schedule with a special episode of the Fluid Power Forum, recorded live at the 2024 iVT Expo! Tune in as we chat with exhibitors and attendees to discover why they're here and what's catching their eye at this year's show. With one more day left, there's still time to explore the latest innovations and connect with industry leaders—don't miss out! iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor. Thank you to the following companies for having guests speak on this episode of Fluid Power Forum: Engineering Technology Services, Brennan Industries, Sure Grip Controls, AKG Americas, HED, Bailey Hydraulics, VIS Hydraulics, HAWE Hydraulics, Wandflu

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO. iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor. Today's guest is Russell Evans. Russell is the Advanced Systems Team Manager at HYDAC. HYDAC is a manufacturer of hydraulic, filtration and electronic components and systems. Today, we invited Russell into our forum to learn about the applications that HYDAC will be showcasing at their exhibit at iVT EXPO. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with Russell: russell.evans@hydacusa.com 

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO.   iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor.   Today, our guests are DJ O'Konek and Andy Tobolewski. DJ is an Engineering Manager at Nott Company, a supplier of fluid power products and systems, industrial products and custom rubber fabrication including software and controls options to enhance performance and control of fluid power systems.   Andy Tobolewski is the President of MRS Electronics, a Manufacture of smart electronic control products as well as customized hardware and software solutions for the automotive industry for over 25 years. Nott Company is sharing a booth with them at iVT this year. We've invited these guests into our forum to learn about the applications that MRS Electronics and Nott Company will be showcasing at their exhibit in late August.   Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. Connect with our DJ: dokonek@nottco.com Connect with Andy: andy.tobolewski@mrs-electronics.com 

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO.   iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor.   On today's show, our guest is Russ Schneidewind. Russ is the Director of Business Development at HydraForce. HydraForce designs, manufactures, and markets hydraulic cartridge valves, custom manifolds, and electro-hydraulic controls for use in industrial and mobile equipment applications worldwide.   Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO.   iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor.   Today's guest is Rein Herrman. Rein is Business Development Manager at IFP Motion Solutions Inc. IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a distributor of hydraulic power units and automation systems.   Connect with Rein: rherrman@ifpusa.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.  

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO.   iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor.   Today's guest is Ben Hunger. Ben is the President at IC-Fluid Power, Inc. IC-Fluid Power Inc. is a distributor and industrial representative for hydraulic components from the European market. Today, we invited Ben into our forum to learn about the applications that IC-Fluid Power will be showcasing at their exhibit at iVT EXPO.    Connect with Ben: ben@ICFluid.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO.   iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor.    Today, our guests are Bob Pettit, Director of Knowledge Development and Chase Younker, Electronics Product Manager, both at HAWE Hydraulik. HAWE is a manufacturer of hydraulic power units, pumps, valves and cylinders. We've invited these guests into our forum to learn about the applications that HAWE will be showcasing at their exhibit at iVT EXPO.   Connect with Bob: b.pettit@hawe.com  Connect with Chase: c.younker@hawe.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assocation. 

Today's guest is Mike McVay. Mike is the Group President of Mobile Systems Integration at Cross Company. Cross Company has two groups involved in fluid power. The Hydraulics Group applies and sells hydraulic components, custom power units, custom manifolds and electronic control systems to an OEM customer base. Today, we invited Mike into our forum to learn about the applications that Cross Company will be showcasing at their exhibit at iVT EXPO.

On today's show, our guests are James Simpson and John Mclaughlin. James is the Global Segment Director Energy, and John is the Director of R&D Services Americas, both at Trelleborg Sealing Solutions. Trelleborg is one of the world's leading developers, manufacturers and suppliers of precision seals, bearings and custom-molded polymer components. Trelleborg is actively addressing the challenges of sealing hydrogen applications, offering advanced materials and testing facilities to ensure reliability and safety in high-pressure and extreme temperature environments. Today, we invited John and James into our forum to learn how hydrogen may impact the hydraulics of the future. Connect with James: James.Simpson@trelleborg.com  Connect with John: John.Mclaughlin@trelleborg.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

On today's show, we have a special presentation from the latest NFPA Quarterly Technology Conference. Our Quarterly Technology Conferences are done in collaboration with MSOE's Fluid Power Industrial Consortium. They feature presentations on market-ready fluid power technologies and allow for networking across the fluid power supply chain – as suppliers, manufacturers, and OEMs come together for mutual benefit.  Our March 7, 2024 event was focused on Fluid Power technologies that are helping to drive industrial machines towards Predictive and Preventative Maintenance. Two of our presenters were Kris Mikulan and Connor Dudas, both from Schroeder Industries. What follows is a recording of the presentation they gave at this March Quarterly Technology Conference.  If you want to follow along with their slides, we've put links in the show notes that will allow you to watch the presentation recording here. The presentation was titled “Predictive Maintenance & Condition Monitoring.” Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assocation.

Derek is Vice President of Integrated Circuit Solutions at Danfoss Power Solutions. Danfoss designs engineered hydraulic, electric, and electronic systems and components, for use primarily in off-highway mobile equipment and attachments. Recently, Danfoss expanded its cartridge valve portfolio, promising increased operator comfort and system efficiency, along with enhanced stability and safety. Today, we've invited Derek to our forum to delve into the impact of this portfolio on fluid power technologies. Connect with Derek: Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

Today's episode is part of a special series were doing to focus on the cutting-edge fluid power technologies and customer solutions on display at the 2024 iVT EXPO. iVT EXPO is an annual exposition for the off high vehicle design and engineering community, with exhibits that are highly focused on a number of key technologies, including new powertrains, electric and hybrid systems, control systems, sensors, and autonomous technologies. Hydraulics serve as a key enabling technology for these vehicles and many of these systems, iVT EXPO offers an ideal platform for growth and expansion of hydraulics, both in its affiliated education program and on its show floor. Our first guest in this series is Adam Livesay. Adam is the co-founder of a company called Elevāt-- a Seattle-based Industrial IoT company focused on connecting the Industrial World. Elevāt powers the ecosystem of smart manufacturers, machines, and connected fleets to deliver smart services, products, and outcomes to the marketplace. We've had Adam on the podcast before to help discuss possible IoT applications for the fluid power industry. Today, we invited him into our forum to learn about the applications that Elevāt will be showcasing at their exhibit at iVT EXPO. Connect with Adam: adam@elevat-iot.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

On today's show, our guests are Jose Di Geronimo and Dan Lentsch. Jose is the CEO and Dan is the Head of Engineering, both at Amalga Composites. Amalga Composites is a leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of filament–wound, resin transfer & compression molded composite products since 1966. Today, we invited Jose into our forum to learn how Amalga's anti-corrosion composite tubing improves performance for pneumatic actuators.    Connect with Jose on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/josedigeronimo/  Connect with Dan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danlentsch/  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association

Don is the Dean of Engineering and Advanced Technology at Macomb Community College. Macomb Community College is the newest Hub in NFPA's Fast Track to Fluid Power program, so we invited Don into our forum to learn more about what that means for Macomb and how the school is preparing its students to be part of the future of the fluid power industry. Connect with Don: hutchisond@macomb.edu Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

David is Regional Sales Manager at Delta Motion. Delta Motion manufactures electrohydraulic motion controllers and remote fieldbus servo controllers for the automotive, injection/blow molding, steel and aluminum mills and others. Today, we invited him into our forum to learn about a specific application of Delta's technology; Advanced hydraulic control on an industrial stretch press.  Connect with David: mac@deltamotion.com Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Ron is the Business Development Manager of Mobile Hydraulics at Gefran, Inc. We've had Ron on the podcast before to discuss Gefran's multivariable position sensors. Today, we've invited him back to the forum to learn about two new developments in Gefran's extended length position measurement technology, and how they help increase operator safety in a wide variety of applications. Visit Gefran's website at: https://www.gefran.com/ Connect with Ron: ron.akers@gefran.com Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

Andrew is the System Integration Manager at HYDAC Technology Corporation, a provider of fluid power solutions to OEMs, manufacturers, and end-users of a variety of heavy-duty mobile and industrial equipment. Today, we invited him into our forum to learn about HYDAC's energy mapping process. Connect with Andrew: andrew.krajnik@hydacusa.com.  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Dave is an Engineering Manager at Moog, Incorporated. Moog is a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision control components and systems. Today, we invited him into our forum to learn about Moog's electrohydraulic actuators that help enhance the performance and safety of industrial machinery. Connect with Dave:  Connect with Dave: dgeiger@moog.com. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.  

Paul is a Lecturer and Program Director at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (or NCAT).   As we all know, education plays a crucial role in developing the fluid power workforce; the very people who will be driving fluid power technology forward in the future. Every once and a while on Fluid Power Forum, we like to talk with one of NFPA's education partners and learn about how that future workforce is being shaped. So we invited Paul into our forum to welcome NCAT as a first-year NFPA Power Partner University, and learn how that status is helping his students prepare for the future fluid power industry.   Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.   Connect with Paul: pmakanga@ncat.edu

Andreas is the Product Manager of Advanced Driver Assistive Systems at HYDAC Technology Corporation, a provider of fluid power solutions to OEMs, manufacturers, and end-users of a variety of heavy-duty mobile and industrial equipment. Today, we him into our forum to learn about autonomous functions on off-highway vehicles, and how this creates challenges and opportunities for fluid power. For more questions please contact Andreas via email or his collegue, Division Manager of Electronics, Eric Ringholm. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

This episode features Cindy Cookson, Vice President of Industrial Fluid Power Global Product Line Management at Gates Corporation.  On today's show, we're offering you a recording of a presentation given at the September 7, 2023 NFPA Quarterly Technology Conference. Our event was focused on "Fluid Power and the Drive Towards Compact Designs and Increased Power Density." You can follow along with her slides using the link below. Her presentation was titled, "Small but Mighty: Trends in Fluid Power Systems." Connect with Cindy: cindy.cookson@gates.com Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association Visit our Quarterly Technology Conference Recordings Library

Hendrik is the Chief Key Account Officer at STAUFF Corporation. STAUFF offers pipe and hose clamps, hydraulic reservoir accessories, filtration products, diagnostic equipment, and many other products. Today, we invited Hendrik into our forum to learn about STAUFF's clamps and the ways they help with the reduction of noise. Connect with Hendrik: h.schmuecker@stauff.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. NRC Clamp Testing Video  

Professor Sun, or Sunny, is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Minnesota and the Director of the Center for Compact and Efficient Fluid Power. That Center, known as the CCEFP, is a consortium of academic, industry, and government leaders that directs and conducts groundbreaking research in a variety of fluid power disciplines. Under Sunny's leadership the CCEFP recently conducted a workshop and has now published a report on “Challenges and Opportunities for Electrifying Off-Road Vehicles,” and so we invited him into our forum to learn more about the CCEFP and this interesting report. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assocation.  Connect with Sunny: zsun@umn.edu View the Workshop Report.

Marty is the Market Manager for E-Mobility and AE Cooling Systems, amd Chris is the Vice President of Sales and Marketing, both at HYDAC Technogloy Corporation. Today, we invited them into our forum to learn about how HYDAC is increasing hydraulic efficiency for a number of electrified mobile machines. Connect with Marty: marty.christianson@hydacusa.com Connect with Chris: chris.kolbe@hydacusa.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association. 

Greg is a Business Development Manager at Marzocchi Pumps, a company that designs, manufacters, and sells external gear pumps and motors for high performance applications. We spoke with Marzocchi's president in a previous episode about their low-noise gear pumps for automotive applications. Today, we invited Greg into our forum to learn about the updates and new applications of this technology. Connect with Greg: GregS@MarzocchiPumpsUSA.com Visit the Marzocchi website: https://www.marzocchipompe.com/  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

Jason is the Product Manager of Fluid Power at Dura-Bar. Dura-Bar manufactures ductile and gray continuous cast iron bar stock in rounds, squares/rectangles and tubes. With the recent publication of the 2023 NFPA Technology Roadmap, there's an updated list of machine-level technology trends that we're anxious to discuss on the podcast and in other venues. One of those topics is the increasing use of environmentally friendly materials, both for greater performance and to comply with regulations. Today, we've invited Jason into our forum to learn more about Dura-Bar and how their raw materials can help improve the fluid power applications we use daily. Connect with Jason: jparr@dura-bar.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assosication. 

Vincent is the Corporate Accounts Manager of Famic Technologies, which manufactures Automation Studio™, a circuit design and simulation software for fluid power, electrical, and automation projects. Daniel is the Director of Canadian Sales at Bailey International, which provides complete mobile hydraulic solutions in both standard and custom component configurations. Prior to that, Daniel worked at Hydrolico International, who Bailey recently acquired. Today, we invited them into our forum to learn more the crucial role that hydraulic manifolds play in fluid power systems and about the unique software packages that help design and manufacture them.  Connect with Vincent: vremillard@famictech.com  Connect with Daniel: dstrati@hydrolico.com  Connect with the host, Eric Lanke, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Assosication.   

This episode features Stewart McQuillan, inventor of the Aeroleg – a pneumatic system that allows a paraplegic to operate the foot controls on a helicopter.  Stewart is one of the most interesting people we've spoken to on Fluid Power Forum – and he has one of the most innovative, yet simple and emotionally powerful, applications of fluid power technology. He was a helicopter and fighter pilot in Britain's Royal Air Force when he experienced a spinal cord injury that left him without the use of his legs. As an engineer and with an attitude of “I'll show them…” We invited him into our forum today to hear his remarkable story and to learn more about this unique use of fluid power. Connect with Stewart: areoleg@hotmail.com, (719) 213-6340 Connect with the host, Eric Lane, at elanke@nfpa.com or on LinkedIn at the National Fluid Power Association.

On today's show, our guest is Chuck White. Chuck is the Global Product Development Manager at Hallite Seals International. Hallite Seals is a leading manufacturer and distributor of hydraulic seals and fluid power hydraulics, as well as, wiper seals and other custom, high-performance gaskets, rubber and plastic parts. Today, we invited Chuck into our forum to discuss Hallites' new seals that meet the industry's need for high pressure sealing solutions.   Follow our LinkedIn: The National Fluid Power Association Contact Chuck: chuck.white@hallite.com Connect with the host Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com

Narendra Gupta is the Hydraulic System Group Leader for Hyster-Yale, a company that designs, engineers, manufactures, sells and services a comprehensive line of lift trucks and other material handling equipment. We invited him into the Forum today to learn more about how he and Hyster-Yale are creating highly energy efficient machines by electrifiying their hydraulic systems. Contact Narendra: narendra.gupta@hyster-yale.com See a top loader in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m797MqsjD6o Connect with the host Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com 

This episode features Peter Bleday, Head of Autonomous Vehicles at Danfoss Power Solutions On today's show, we're offering you a recording of a presentation given at the June 1, 2023 NFPA Quarterly Technology Conference.  Our QTC's showcase cutting-edge fluid power technologies – especially those that help machine builders and users achieve their technology objectives. Our June event was focused fluid power and the drive towards autonomous functions and operations. Connect with the host, Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com  Connect with Peter: peter.bleday@danfoss.com View our Previous Quarterly Technology Conferences

On today's show, our guest is Ghazi Malkawi. Ghazi is a Lecturer and Program Director at Northern Illinois University.   As we all know, education plays a crucial role in developing the fluid power workforce; the very people who will be driving fluid power technology forward in the future. Every once and a while on Fluid Power Forum, we like to talk with one of NFPA's education partners and learn about how that future workforce is being shaped. So we invited Ghazi into our forum to welcome NIU as a first-year NFPA Power Partner University, and learn how that status is helping his students prepare for the future fluid power industry.   Connect with Ghazi at gmalkawi@niu.edu  Connect with the host Eric Lanke at elanke@nfpa.com