Michael Ference Fluid Power Marketing

On Friday, March 1, 2019 a very successful event called the Fluid Power Industrial Consortium (FPIC) was held at the Hyatt Regency Milwaukee and sponsored by the National Fluid Power Association and the Milwaukee School of Engineering.  The theme of this meeting was the Electrification of Fluid Power. Three very interesting speakers presented their story on the topic starting with Mike Terzo, CEO of Terzo Power Systems, LLC. Mike's presentation discussed a simple yet powerful method of direct fluid power control that utilizes a fixed displacement pump and bi-directional motor to best capitalize on , and reap the benefits of, the latest electronic technologies.  The next speaker was Nathan Eisel of SMC Corp.  He presented on Electro-pneumatic fields enabled valve manifolds:  Cost effective technology that can minimize production downtime. The final speaker was Gary Lafayette of SunSource who presented on Telematics applications in mobile hydraulic systems...

Fluid Power World offers our advertisers many opportunities to finish 2018 strong.  I know that it is only mid-year but now is the time to plan for a prosperous second half.  We have three excellent print issues including August, October, and December.  Here is what we have planned: August Fluid Power World Agricultural Equipment Fluid power systems play a vital role in helping farmers to keep the world’s population fed.   Here is an examination of some applications. Machine Tools One of the largest markets for industrial hydraulic and pneumatic components is machine tools. Packaging Applications Getting products to market in a clean, safe, and attractive package is a key function of packaging and pneumatics plays a big role. Product Focus: Gauges and Filters Gauges help machine operators to maintain optimal performance and filters keep the fluid clean . Advertising closing date July 31, 2018 October ...