February 2019 Association Watch

Nominations being accepted for Fluid Power Hall of Fame

A special award has been established to acknowledge those individuals who have dedicated their careers — and havemade significant contributions to —fluid power technology. TheInternational Fluid Power Society is the 2019 Hall of Fame hostand is now accepting nominations for the 2019 Inaugural Class ofthe Fluid Power Hall of Fame. Nominees and award recipients willbe announced on June 19 – Fluid Power Professionals’ Day.

The success of the Fluid Power industry, both in hydraulics and in pneumatics, is not in its hardware, pumps, valves, cylinders, and hoses – but rather the success is through the efforts of the dedicated individuals: innovators, researchers, application engineers, educators, as well as sales and service personnel who are keeping the industry alive and well. These people are the reasons that the industry continues to thrive.

Any person can nominate an individual, living or deceased, who demonstrated excellence within their 25-plus year fluid power career. Nominations are being accepted through April 15.

Eligibility for the award includes:

• Verifiable 25 cumulative years in the field of fluid power industry.

• Those nominated will be asked to complete a 13-question application.

A panel of judges will review and select the 2019 Inaugural Class. Nominees will be recognized on a standalone website, which is under development.

To nominate an individual, visit ifps.org/hall-of-fame.

Cross-sector collaboration at the MPT Expo

The 2019 Motion + Power Technology Expo will connect the top manufacturers, suppliers, buyers, and experts in the fluid power, mechanical and electrical industries. The biennial event will take place in Detroit, October 15-17, at the Cobo Center.

For three days, end-users will experience the latest technology, products, and services, while exhibitors will gain best practices and new ideas from like-minded colleagues and cross-sector collaboration. Exhibitors will conduct demos and host seminars as well as offer-up technical expertise. The event will also feature 30-minute presentation sessions with an additional 15-minute Q&A portion on topics like blockchain, cybersecurity, Internet of Things, and more.

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ESA hosts Annual Convention in conjunction with FPTC

For the second year, the Equipment Service Association in conjunction withthe 2019 Fluid Power TechnologyConference, will be hosting its AnnualSpring Convention at the MilwaukeeSchool of Engineering, May 13-15.

The Fluid Power Technology Conference brings together fluid power industry professionals and academics for three full days of in-depth programming including keynote sessions, industry panels, hands-on technology demonstrations, and networking sessions.

From basic to advanced fluid power, sessions will target the “how to” on the following topics:

• Properly size a system

• Maintain control

• Prevent and control contamination

• Read schematics

• Troubleshoot

• Ensure reliability

The Equipment Service Association is a proud sponsor of a Fluid Power Technology Conference speaker, and will also be showcasing the organization at a booth in the Exhibitor Hall, and hosting ESA Member Annual Convention events throughout the conference.

ESA Member Annual Convention Event Dates:

• Sunday, May 12 – ESA Member Event and Dinner

• Monday, May 13 – Optional Pre-Conference Workshop/Tour and ESA Board Meeting

• Tuesday, May 14 – Fluid Power Technology Conference and Networking Reception/Dinner

• Wednesday, May 15– Fluid Power Technology Conference, ESA Annual Meeting, Banquet and Silent Auction

The Equipment Service Association members are comprised of businesses who are substantially engaged in the sales or service of hydraulically, pneumatically or electrically operated tools, components and equipment. “Throughout the decades since the inception of the ESA, we have remained true to our objectives and to the value which we bring to our members — continuing to be a vital asset in driving the advancement and expansion of our industry in all markets, promoting activities that enable our industry to conduct itself with the greatest economy and efficiency to improve members’ success in business,” said Rick Lindeman, President of ESA. “We are committed to adhering to best practices, being technology driven and delivering a sound membership return on investment. Our association provides access to the education along with the technical and informal services necessary for our members to operate in a profitable and sound manner.”

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