Certification Levels Available

Become an IFPS Accredited Instructor or Job Performance Proctor

IFPS accredited instructors (CFPAI) are certified professionals who educate and prepare candidates for IFPS certification programs. Accredited Instructors have extensive backgrounds and instructional experience in the fluid power industry. In addition to their instructor accreditation, they are committed IFPS members and hold various IFPS certifications. Job Performance Proctors are individuals who hold various IFPS certifications and proctor the job performance portion of Mechanic, Technician, and Connector/Conductor hands-on tests.

Accredited Instructor Training Workshop
August 5-6, 2013
CFC Solar, Inc. • Fairfield (Cincinnati), OH
Registration Deadline: July 8, 2013
Fee: $350

Job Performance Training Workshop
August 7, 2013
CFC Solar, Inc. • Fairfield (Cincinnati), OH
Registration Deadline: July 8, 2013
Fee: $160

Connector and Conductor (CC) Job Performance Training Workshop*
August 8, 2013
CFC Solar, Inc. • Fairfield (Cincinnati), OH
Registration Deadline: July 8, 2013
Fee: $160

*Candidate must hold Connector and Conductor certification.

Visit www.ifps.org for more information or call 800-308-6005.

2013 IFPS Web Seminars

IFPS Members: FREE • Non-Members: $40.00

“In the Line of Fire: Cause and Dangers of Fluid Injection Injuries”
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Presented by: Dan Helgerson, CFPAI, Cascade Steel Rolling Mills, Inc.

This presentation will explore the causes and dangers of fluid injection injuries, the horrible results of those injuries, and the timely and necessary protocol for the injured person, their managers, EMT personnel, the emergency room, and post-emergency room care.

“Compressor Lubrication and The NEED for Coalescing Filters”
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Presented by: Clayton Fryer, CFPAI, Consultant

Most new, and current, compressors use migrating, high-detergent, synthetic lubrication to improve the efficiency of making compressed air. Oil removal (also called “coalescing”) filters protect the dynamic seal components of air preparation, valves, and cylinders at point of use by removing this “bad” oil from the compressed air.

“Beat the Leak: Best Practice Approach to Becoming Connector and Conductor Certified”
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Presented by: Gwyn O’Kane, CFPAI/AJPPCC, Pirtek USA

The IFPS Connector and Conductor (C&C) certification defines professional standards for those involved in the construction, installation, and maintenance of fluid power systems. Learn the best approach for becoming a CFPCC professional.

Topics covered:

• Overview of C&C certification
• Introduction to the study manual
• Recommendations on preparing for the tests
• Value of becoming C&C certified

“Slip-In Cartridge Valves”
12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Presented by:  Jim Lane, CFPAI, Motion Industries, Inc.

Poppet-type (commonly called “Slip-In” or “DIN”) valves have been used in hydraulic systems for many years. They are commonly known as “two-port check valves.” In this form, they serve as a one-way valve, allowing free flow in one direction while blocking flow in the reverse direction. With some refinements, these valves can be controlled to overcome the normal blocking action, thereby allowing control of flow in both directions. This is the basis of the control concept known as “cartridge valves.” This webinar will discuss the sizing and applications of directional, pressure, and flow control slip-in cartridge valves. It will also discuss the manifolds required when applying these components in a modern industrial or mobile hydraulic system.

Archived Energy Savings Web Seminars
“Watts It All About?” The Use & Misuse of Energy in Fluid Power Systems”
“Energy Savings in Pneumatic Systems”
“Designing and Building a machine for Energy Conservation”

Archived Hydraulics Web Seminars
“Accumulators In Hydraulic Systems”
“Pumps, Controls & Where To Set The Relief”
“Hydro-Mechanical vs. Electro-Hydraulic Solutions”
“Load Sensing Valves in Mobile Hydraulic Systems”
“Hydraulic Pump Modeling for Application Engineers”
“What Is The Difference Between PSIA & PSIG”
“Controller Area Network (CANBUS) For Electrohydraulic Systems”

Archived Pneumatics Web Seminars
“Vacuum Basic Concepts”
“Pneumatic Filtration”

Other
“Advantages of IFPS Chapter Involvement”

Visit www.ifps.org to view.

Newly Revised Certification Tests

The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) has released newly revised Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic (MHM), Mobile Hydraulic Technician (MHT), and Connector and Conductor (CC) certification tests including new study manuals for each certification. Certification requires successful completion of a three-hour written and a three-hour job performance (hands-on) test. IFPS members may download complimentary study manuals; non-members may purchase the manuals.

“The IFPS strives to keep pace with changing fluid power and motion control technologies; panels of subject matter experts have been hard at work revising these certifications,” said Mark Perry, CFPHS, IFPS president. “Many companies and individuals have spent countless hours researching and re-constructing these certifications to contain the most complete coverage of technologies relevant to the fluid power industry.”

The International Fluid Power Society is the only organization that provides comprehensive technical certification offerings for all professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry. Beginning with the first Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist certification in 1980, the IFPS has become the recognized industry leader in fluid power and motion control certifications. Twenty-three (23) different certifications are currently offered. These certifications cover diverse job descriptions within the industry including mechanic, technician, specialist, and engineer. The IFPS has over 10,000 active certifications throughout the United States and in many countries around the world.

Visit www.ifps.org for further information.

Face-To-Face In The New Year

In today’s plugged-in world, there is something to be said about face-to-face interaction. Get together with professionals in your area by joining or starting an IFPS chapter.  Many of our active chapters conduct face-to-face dinner meetings where technical information is exchanged and tours of local facilities are conducted.  Chapters also support and work hands-on with youth competitions.

No chapter in your area? No problem! Download a Start-up-Guide from www.ifps.org. If you still have questions, please e-mail askus@ifps.org.