Collaboration Spotlight: Fluid Power Industry Associations

Monday, May 22, 2017

At Air-Way Global Manufacturing, we believe in the power of collaboration and pride ourselves in working with customers to provide expertly designed hydraulic fitting solutions for even the toughest manufacturing challenges. Our dedication to collaboration and dialogue extends beyond our customer base and into the professional realm as well.

We maintain active memberships with key fluid power industry associations helping contribute to and develop hydraulic products and improve processes within an ever-changing industry. The relationship is symbiotic in a way. Our participation brings with it extensive industry experience and technical know-how, adding value to the associations. And, by interacting with these organizations, our team becomes more deeply connected to the knowledge, resources, and business networks necessary to continue to improve as a hydraulic adapter and fitting manufacturer.

Here are some of the industry associations we’ve been connected to over the years, and continue to maintain relationships with.

National Fluid Power Association

A member driven organization, NFPA provides an effective forum for fluid power manufacturers, distributors and suppliers to advance their collective interests together. In fact, our VP of Business Development, Mark Place, participates in the USA TAG to ISO TC 131 / SC4 (United States Technical Advisory Group for development of ISO standards) meetings, which are sponsored by NFP.

Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE)

SAE International is a global association of more than 128,000 engineers and related technical experts in the aerospace, automotive and commercial-vehicle industries. Our technical engineers work closely with OEM product engineers, designers and their teams to provide the right custom hydraulic fittings for their equipment application needs. In fact, our VP of Business Development has also participated with SAE as Chair of the C1 (SAE Standards FCCTC C1 Hydraulic Systems) committee.

International Fluid Power Society

IFPS is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the unique interests of fluid power engineers, specialist, technicians, and mechanics throughout their careers.  It is focused on enhancing the quality of certifications, educational opportunities and professionalism within the fluid power industry.

National Association for Hose and Assemblies Distribution

NAHAD works towards promoting a high standard of professionalism and integrity within the hose and accessories industry. It serves as a medium for communications, education, and valuable training between all members and industries.

 

Collaboration and connection runs deep within Air-Way Global Manufacturing. Working as a team encompasses not only the idea of coordinating with our customers, but other industry leaders as well. After all, it’s only through open dialogue and professional interaction that progress can be made. We support the ideas, education and resources these industry associations provide to their members, and working toward the betterment of the fluid power industry together.  

If you’d like to learn more about ways we can work with you and your organization, please contact us today.