Record-breaking attendance at the NFPC’s 12th annual industry open day
Published: 27 November, 2024
On 23rd October 2024, the National Fluid Power Centre (NFPC) in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, hosted its 12th annual Industry Open Day, marking its most successful event to date. Over 300 attendees, including students and representatives from national and international companies, gathered to explore advancements in hydraulics, electro-hydraulics, pneumatics, control, and automation technologies.
This year’s turnout was the largest in the event’s history, reflecting the NFPC’s growing reputation as a hub for professional development and industry innovation. Among those in attendance were some of the centre’s approved partners and industry leaders, underscoring the importance of collaboration in fostering technological progress and career opportunities.
A day of learning and networking
The event provided students from colleges and universities with a unique platform to engage with experts and explore potential career pathways. Attendees had the opportunity to participate in a series of technical lectures presented by the NFPC’s approved partners. These sessions offered valuable insights into cutting-edge technologies and best practices in the field.
Highlights of the lectures included:
Webtec Products: Optimising and Maintaining Hydraulic Efficiency on Mobile Machinery
Wandfluh: Amplifiers and Controllers for Proportional Valves
Turck Banner: IIOT Data Collection
These sessions not only educated but also inspired attendees, equipping them with knowledge to apply to their studies and future careers.
The open day also featured an exhibition with 55 companies showcasing their products and services, providing a dynamic environment for networking and knowledge sharing. Attendees praised the event for its engaging format and the wealth of opportunities it presented.
John Savage, Managing Director of the NFPC, expressed his gratitude for the event’s success: “What a fantastic event our Industry Open Day was this year, with 55 companies exhibiting representing hydraulics, pneumatics, control, and automation. On behalf of the NFPC, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who exhibited and attended for their continued support whilst ensuring the NFPC remains the UK’s flagship centre for the learning and development of the UK workforce. We look forward to the next event in 2025.”
Looking ahead
With over 20 companies already registered for next year’s event, anticipation is building for the 2025 Industry Open Day. The NFPC is committed to expanding its network and continuing to provide a platform for innovation and professional development in the fluid power and automation industries.
For now, the NFPC celebrates the achievements of this year’s open day and the meaningful connections forged. As the flagship centre for workforce training in the UK, the NFPC remains dedicated to its mission of shaping the future of the industry, one event at a time.
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The NFPC has announced it is holding an Industry Open Day on 17th February 2016 at the National Fluid Power Centre, Worksop. The NFPC says during the day attendees will have the opportunity to view the outstanding practical facilities, see the equipment in action and talk to experienced engineers with regard to specific training requirements.
