Fluid Power Journal

Distinguish Between the Operation of a Counterbalance Valve and a Pilot-operated Check Valve

Pilot-operated check valves provide a leak-free seal, but counterbalance valves provide smoother operation when controlling the downward movement of a load. …

Record Attendance at the 2019 IFPS Annual Meeting!

The IFPS Board of Directors meets in person twice per year to discuss the IFPS mission and to steer the organization towards its goals. In addition to …

Self-paced Online Training

Members Only $109.00 Each online course delivers a broad-based understanding of the most important fluid power subject matter concepts. Courses begin with the …

New Fluid Power Reference Handbook to be Released in 2020

The IFPS is in the process of developing a new Fluid Power Reference Handbook. The ultimate resource for hydraulic, pneumatic, and motion control professions …

Select Components for Pneumatic Systems

Size Air Receivers Air receivers serve many functions: as a pulsation dampener, as an air reservoir, and as an air conditioner. They also serve an important …

Preparing for a Mechanic or Technician Job Performance Test?

IFPS Job Performance Tests include six hands-on stations. NEW – IFPS has developed free online flashcards (mobile, industrial, pneumatic) to help you …

Determine Correct Hose Replacement by Measuring Existing Assembly to Make a Duplicate

How to measure hose assemblies and how to measure cut-off length. Once the proper hose and fittings have been selected, the assembly can now proceed. …

Congratulations!

Winner of the $250 AMEX gift card is the RG Group in York, Pennsylvania, who certainly knew how to celebrate Fluid Power Professionals’ Day on June 19, 2019. …

2019 Fluid Power Hall of Fame

THE IFPS IS HONORED TO PRESENT THE ELEVEN INDUSTRY LEADERS WHO WERE INDUCTED THIS YEAR. A special award was established to acknowledge individuals who have …

Have You Used Your New IFPS Member Benefit Yet? 

Honest Savings Among the many blessings having a 3-year-old grandson brings, one that comes to mind is the pure joy on his face when he’s discovering …

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