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Available IFPS Certifications
Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructor
CFPAJPP
Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor
CFPAJPPCC
Certified Fluid Power Authorized Job Performance Proctor Connector & Conductor
CFPE
Certified Fluid Power Engineer
CFPS
Certified Fluid Power Specialist (Must Obtain CFPHS, CFPPS)
CFPHS
Certified Fluid Power Hydraulic Specialist
CFPPS
Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Specialist
CFPMT
Certified Fluid Power Master Technician (Must Obtain CFPIHT, CFPMHT, & CFPPT)
Certified Fluid Power Industrial Hydraulic Technician
CFPMHT
Certified Fluid Power Mobile Hydraulic Technician
CFPPT
Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Technician
CFPMM
Certified Fluid Power Master Mechanic (Must Obtain CFPIHM, CFPMHM, & CFPPM)
CFPIHM
Certified Fluid Power Industrial Hydraulic Mechanic
CFPMHM
Certified Fluid Power Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic
CFPPM
Certified Fluid Power Pneumatic Mechanic
CFPMIH
Certified Fluid Power Master of Industrial Hydraulics (Must Obtain CFPIHM, CFPIHT, & CFPCC)
Certified Fluid Power Master of Mobile Hydraulics (Must Obtain CFPMHM, CFPMHT, & CFPCC)
CFPMIP
Certified Fluid Power Master of Industrial Pneumatics (Must Obtain CFPPM, CFPPT, & CFPCC)
CFPCC
Certified Fluid Power Connector & Conductor
CFPSD
Fluid Power System Designer
CFPMEC
(In Development) Mobile Electronic Controls
CFPIEC
(In Development) Industrial Electronic Controls
IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting Recap
A volunteer Board of Directors governs the IFPS. These volunteers are supported by their employers and promote the safe application of fluid power technology …
New Fluid Power Reference Handbook Ships
Thank you to all the individuals who pre-ordered the IFPS a New Fluid Power Reference Handbook© – The Ultimate Resource for Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and …
Join Us In Tampa!
Attending an IFPS Meeting is a great way to meet and network with other passionate fluid power professionals. The IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting will take place at …
IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting
Join us February 24-27, 2020, as the IFPS holds its 2020 Spring Meeting at The Embassy Suites, USF, Tampa, Florida. This is a great way to network with …
Congratulations to Newly Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructors!
Congratulations to our newly Certified Fluid Power Accredited Instructors (CFPAI) and Authorized Job Performance Proctors (CFPAJPP). The approved applicants, …
Hydraulic Hose Maintenance
Hoses are aligned and secured to achieve maximum possible performance. The pressure rating and quality of a hose can be used to predict its service life. Not …
International Fluid Power Society Announces 2020 President
The International Fluid Power Society (IFPS) is pleased to announce Jeffrey Kenney, CFPMHM, CFPIHM, CFPMHT was elected 2020 president and chair during the IFPS …
Why You Need the New Fluid Power Reference Handbook
The Ultimate resource for hydraulic, pneumatic, and motion control professionals. The Fluid Power Reference Handbook will include: Full-color graphics ISO …
IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting
Registration Coming Soon for the IFPS 2020 Spring Meeting – February 24-27, 2020 – Embassy Suites USF, Tampa, Florida Monday, February 24, 2020 …
New Fluid Power Reference Handbook to be Released in 2020
“We got a sneak peek at the new Fluid Power Reference Handbook. We can’t wait for the release!” — Caryes Allan, Josh Cosford The Fluid Power …
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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