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November 15 - 17, 2011

ISD To Co-Sponsor Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference

Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel, Rosemont, Illinois

Energy Efficient Hydraulics and Pneumatics Conference

November 15-17, 2011
Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel, Rosemont, Illinois

hosted by the
International Fluid Power Society (IFPS), the
FPDA Motion and Control Network (FPDA), and the
National Fluid Power Association (NFPA)

Saving energy and money with fluid power

Fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics) is used in dozens of industries and hundreds of applications to precisely control the movement of machinery and material. Yet many engineers and technicians working in those industries do not fully understand the design concepts critical to developing efficient fluid power systems and the diagnostic and maintenance techniques essential to keep those systems operating at peak efficiency. These concepts and techniques can result in significant energy and cost savings for companies that use hydraulics or pneumatics, as well as for the customers they serve, making fluid power a more competitive technology choice.

To help companies take advantage of these opportunities, three leading fluid power organizations—the International Fluid Power Society, the FPDA Motion and Control Network, and the National Fluid Power Association—will be hosting an educational conference at Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel in Rosemont, IL on November 15-17, 2011. Professionals responsible for designing and/or maintaining hydraulic and pneumatic systems in industrial settings or mobile applications should plan to attend. Engineers and technicians from the following industries will directly benefit:

The conference will address effective design concepts and maintenance techniques for both mobile and industrial applications, hydraulic and pneumatic. Participants will be exposed to:

• Breakthrough presentations from fluid power component manufacturers, distributors, and system integrators, showcasing innovative approaches and emerging technologies in energy efficient fluid power design and maintenance.
• Workshops designed to communicate the current best practices for maximizing energy efficiency and balancing cost issues for hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
• Facilitated roundtable discussions, where peers can share specific challenges associated with their industry and applications, and get expert advice from the facilitators.
• Networking events to help participating engineers and technicians engage with technology providers from fluid power manufacturing and distribution companies.
• Opportunities to help shape the future direction of hydraulic and pneumatic product development and standardization in ways that assist users of those technologies.

Sponsorship Opportunities
Sponsorship opportunities are available for fluid power manufacturers and distributors, and other companies interested in supporting this event and connecting with engineers and technicians from a wide array of fluid power’s end-market industries. For information on sponsorship opportunities, click here.

Supporting Organizations
In addition to the three host associations, the following organizations have signed on as supporters of this conference:

• Association for High Technology Distribution  
• NAHAD – The Association for Hose and Accessories Distribution  
• Fluid Power Educational Foundation 
• International Sealing Distribution Association

If you would like to be a supporting organization for the conference, please send an e-mail to elanke@nfpa.com. 

Click here for Registration information

Hotel Reservations
Rooms at the Sheraton Chicago O'Hare Airport Hotel have been reserved at the special group rate of $139. Click here to make reservations online, or call the Sheraton at (847) 699-6300 and ask for rooms with the group code "Energy."

About the IFPS
Through multifaceted work in education, training, and certification, the International Fluid Power Society strengthens and advances professional careers in the fluid power workforce. It is committed to facilitating and promoting the advancement of technology and professionalism of the fluid power and motion control industry through awareness, education, and certification. IFPS is the only organization that provides comprehensive technical certification offerings for all professionals in the fluid power and motion control industry. For more information, go to www.ifps.org.

About the FPDA
The FPDA Motion & Control Network represents motion solution providers of fluid power, automation, and electro-mechanical technologies and distribution services designed to enhance customer performance and profitability. FPDA is dedicated to significantly enhancing member and channel performance by delivering indispensable networking, education and success strategies. For more information, go to www.fpda.org. 

About the NFPA
NFPA is a forum where all fluid power channel partners—suppliers, manufacturers, distributors and customers—work together to advance technology, strengthen the industry and foster members' success. NFPA actively builds alliances with customer-based organizations and explores ways for customers to be involved with fluid power technology development, international standards, and other appropriate activities. For more information, go to www.nfpa.com.

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