FPDA Motion & Control Network

05/27/2026

Registration is officially open for Industry Summit 2026.

Join FPDA, ISD, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry leaders for three days of industry education, strategic conversations, and relationship-building designed to move your business forward.

And this year’s destination makes it even better. Coastal views, incredible food, breweries, and one of the most walkable downtowns in New England.

Early bird pricing is now available. Register early and secure your spot: https://hubs.li/Q04j3MjN0

05/12/2026

What actually makes a leadership program worth your time?

For Mike Carney, it came down to the one-on-one coaching. Something you can take back to your team and use right away.

If you’re thinking about what’s next for your career, or who on your team is ready, take a closer look at FLM Program.

See what the program delivers: https://hubs.li/Q04fjR-70

05/06/2026

Join FPDA Past President Bill Haley for a program overview of Future Leaders in Motion.

You’ll hear from past participants on the real value of the program and what 13 months of focused development actually delivers.

Learn what it takes to step into leadership. Register today: https://hubs.li/Q04fhTzs0

05/04/2026

The future of this industry is sitting at the table today.

FPDA’s inaugural Future Leaders in Motion (FLM) Retreat brought emerging leaders together for real-world leadership development and connection that carries back to the job.

Thank you to the Thomas J. Kundinger Foundation for investing in the next generation and continuing a legacy built on mentorship and opportunity.

Applications for the 2026–2027 FLM class are now open: https://hubs.li/Q04fhNxX0

04/21/2026

The year started with optimism across the fluid power industry, but as we move into Q2, the real question is: what’s actually holding up?

If you’re thinking about where to focus next, this is a solid pulse check on what’s real, what’s shifting, and where opportunity is emerging. Read more:

The fluid power industry started the year optimistic about the year ahead. As we enter the second quarter of 2026, are positive market conditions still expected?

04/14/2026

Things are shifting fast in the industry right now.

The teams that are growing are the ones staying close to what’s actually working—whether that’s using AI, developing stronger leaders, or thinking differently about growth.

Join us for our upcoming FPDA webinars, designed to give you takeaways you can use right away. https://hubs.li/Q04bZjv30

04/07/2026

October 5–7 | Portland, Maine 🦞

Three days of learning, networking, and exploring the latest in fluid power distribution. Don’t miss your chance to connect with peers and see what’s next at the 2026 Industry Summit!

03/03/2026

Are your benchmarks keeping pace?

Join us on March 12 for the next FPDA Webinar Series as Joe Calvello, Chief Information Officer and Senior Analyst at Edgewater Research, delivers a data-driven look at benchmarking trends shaping the industry.

If you’re making operational or strategic decisions in 2026, this session belongs on your calendar: https://hubs.li/Q044rCCy0

02/24/2026

FPDA members are invited to volunteer on the committee selecting recipients for the NFPA Fluid Power Scholarship. This fully virtual opportunity allows you to directly support and elevate the next generation entering our industry.

In 2025, volunteer judges reviewed 241 qualified applications, with even more anticipated this year. Committee members can expect a total time commitment of 6–10 hours in April and May.

To volunteer or learn more, email [email protected] by 3/6.

02/12/2026

We’re excited to welcome Proton AI to the FPDA community. Proton AI is on a mission to help distributors work smarter by optimizing sales operations with a CRM built specifically for distribution.

Proton AI now joins a network of distributors and solution providers who believe in sharing knowledge, building real relationships, and moving the industry forward together.
We’re glad you’re here, Proton AI, and we’re excited to grow together.