Fluid Power Journal

Fluid Power Journal Fluid Power Journal is the official publication of the IFPS.

We promote education, innovative products/ideas, and awareness of the fluid power industry through multiplie media platforms. Since 1994 the Fluid Power Journal has been the resource for certified fluid power professionals promoting education, personal development, and reporting on the latest news and developments within fluid power. As the official publication of the International Fluid Power Soc

iety, we strive to increase awareness regarding hydraulic, pneumatic, vacuum and motion control products and innovations to enhance the image of the fluid power industry. From career development articles to directory issues that cover various segments of the industry, our magazine focuses on displaying the spectrum of professionals, engineers and technicians that work with fluid power daily to the companies that manufacture and distribute fluid power products. Moreover, we at the Journal have an open forum to encourage discussion on issues and developments that affect our industry. With 12 monthly issues, four of which are directory issues providing information on manufacturer’s and distributors and their product categories is at your fingertips either in print and online. Lastly, with certification and continuing education an important part of the industry, schedules of the latest training classes, seminars and trade shows are posted every issue.

Notable Words: My First Year as Editor (here at Fluid Power Journal)
08/15/2025

Notable Words: My First Year as Editor (here at Fluid Power Journal)




By Lauren Schmeal, Editor, Fluid Power Journal When I first learned I would be stepping into the role of Editor at Fluid Power Journal, my emotions ran the gamut from exhilaration to anxiety. It’s a position I’ve aspired to, and now that I’m here, the reality is both more daunting and more rew...

Raising the bar: Memes to an End
08/13/2025

Raising the bar: Memes to an End




By Dan Helgerson, Fluid Power Journal Technical Editor Merriam-Webster defines meme as a noun meaning “an idea, behavior, style, or usage that spreads from person to person within a culture.” It was originally coined by Richard Dawkins in 1976 in his errant attempt to explain everything within a...

Figure It Out: Piston Pump Failing After Power Unit Location Was Moved Next to a Press
08/12/2025

Figure It Out: Piston Pump Failing After Power Unit Location Was Moved Next to a Press





By Robert Sheaf, CFPAI/AJPP, CFPE, CFPS, CFPECS, CFPMT, CFPMIP, CFPMMH, CFPMIH, CFPMM, CFC Industrial Training A power unit for a simple vertical press was located about 10 meters (30 feet) away from the press and connected with hoses. A new small trim press needed to be installed next to the press;...

Raising the bar: The High Cost of Contamination
08/11/2025

Raising the bar: The High Cost of Contamination






By Dan Helgerson, Technical Editor, Fluid Power Journal I was recently asked for information on energy lost due to contamination in a hydraulic system. I had never done a study specifically on this, and so I decided to do some analysis. If we have a 250 cm3 (15.3 in3) pressure-compensated pump drivi...

Green Lubricants: Driving Sustainability and Efficiency Through Smarter Lubrication Practices
08/07/2025

Green Lubricants: Driving Sustainability and Efficiency Through Smarter Lubrication Practices





By John Sander, Vice President of Research & Development at Lubrication Engineers, Inc.     In an era when environmental consciousness is paramount, the lubricants industry is emerging as an unexpected champion of sustainability. Contrary to popular belief, lubricants can be “green,” offering ...

Mastering Venturi Vacuum Technology: How to Optimize Performance, Efficiency, and Cost in Compressed Air Applications   ...
08/06/2025

Mastering Venturi Vacuum Technology: How to Optimize Performance, Efficiency, and Cost in Compressed Air Applications






By Dane Spivak, Engineering Manager, of Davasol Incorporated in partnership with Vacuforce LLC Vacuum venturis are compressed air-driven vacuum pumps. Unlike common electrically powered industrial pumps, venturis consume compressed air to generate suction flow. This results in vacuum pressure, which...

Raising the Bar: Focus on Energy (Revisited)
08/05/2025

Raising the Bar: Focus on Energy (Revisited)




By Dan Helgerson, Fluid Power Journal Technical Editor— An electromechanical system can operate at about 96% overall efficiency. One study showed that fluid power operates at about 21% efficiency on average. This raises a question: with the price of energy the pressure to “go green” constantly...

On National Friendship Day, it's important to note that many of us fluid power professionals develop lasting professiona...
08/03/2025

On National Friendship Day, it's important to note that many of us fluid power professionals develop lasting professional relationships. Read about the importance of networking for new professionals in our industry.



Mentorship and Networking in Fluid Power By Chauntelle Baughman, President and CEO at One Hydraulics, Inc. My journey in the fluid power industry, initially as an inside salesperson, then an outside salesperson, and now as an owner of a fluid power distribution company, offers a distinctive perspect...

Our August 2025 Issue: Out Now!
08/01/2025

Our August 2025 Issue: Out Now!

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07/31/2025
To Celebrate National Intern Day 2025, we're sharing a story illustrating the importance of field-based, interactive int...
07/31/2025

To Celebrate National Intern Day 2025, we're sharing a story illustrating the importance of field-based, interactive intern education.









Belle Chasse, LA — July 2025 — Spartan Industrial, a proud member of the Singer Industrial family, recently hosted a group of engineering interns from Audubon Companies at its Belle Chasse, Louisiana facility. The hands-on visit provided the interns with a comprehensive overview of Spartan’s o...

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