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Electrification
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Fluid Power Industry
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Fluid Power Technology
Electrified Machines
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Mobile Hydraulics
Functional Safety
National Fluid Power Association
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Industry Trends
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Dive into the world of hydraulic and pneumatic innovation with Fluid Power Forum—your go-to podcast for all things fluid power in engineering and industry. Each episode features in‑depth conversations with experts from manufacturing, aerospace, automotive, and heavy machinery, exploring technology breakthroughs, best practices, system optimization, and real‑world case studies. Discover how fluid p... more

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Host Eric Lanke interviews Barun Acharya, system engineering manager for electrification at Parker Hannifin, about energy efficiency gains from electrified hydraulics and insights tied to NFPA's white paper and a CONEXPO technology conference. Achary... more

In this Fluid Power Forum episode, NFPA host Eric Lanke shares a recorded NFPA webinar on advancing technologies for controls, IoT, and data—featuring Scanreco Director of Sales Andy Gray.

Gray explains how Scanreco's professional radio remote con... more

Host Eric Lanke welcomes Mitch Van Remortel, strategic channel manager at Charter Casting, to discuss material science innovations relevant to fluid power and why material selection affects total cost of ownership.

Van Remortel outlines his backgr... more

Eric Lanke hosts Philippe Reynolds, director of Poclain Hydraulics' Electromobility program, in an NFPA Fluid Power Forum episode tied to the NFPA whitepaper "Energy Efficiency Gains from Electrified Hydraulics." Reynolds explains Poclain's shift fro... more

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Recent Guests

Barun Acharya
System Engineering Manager for Electrification at Parker Hannifin
Parker Hannifin
Episode: Duty Cycles, Machine Learning, and Energy Efficiency: Optimizing Electrified Hydraulics
Andy Gray
Director of Sales for North America at Scanreco
Scanreco
Episode: Advancing Technologies for Fluid Power: Controls, IoT, and Data
Mitch Van Remortel
Strategic channel manager at Charter Casting
Charter Casting
Episode: Material Matters: Saving Money with Smarter Material Selection and System Design
Philippe Reynolds
Director of Electromobility Program at Poclain Hydraulics
Poclain Hydraulics
Episode: Architecting Efficiency: Battery, Hybrid, and Electrohydraulic Systems
Andrew Johnson
Co‑founder of HeavyTech, a manufacturing company focused on hybrid and electrified agricultural equipment
HeavyTech
Episode: Rethinking Agriculture: Hybrid Machines, AI, and the Future of Hydraulics
Jon Frey
Head of Product Area New Business Engineering at Bosch Rexroth
Bosch Rexroth
Episode: Conquering Our Mighty Seas: Modern Marine Motion Control
Al Rebholz
Representative from JR. Merritt Controls
JR. Merritt Controls
Episode: Maximizing Comfort and Control: Control Solutions for Modern Operators
Brandon Tauer
Representative from Nott Company
Nott Company
Episode: Integrated by Design: The Newest in Productivity and Hybrid Hydraulics
Scott Mason
Representative from FluiDyne Fluid Power
FluiDyne Fluid Power
Episode: From Gear Pumps to Advancements in Hydraulic Steering: The Newest in Flow Control Innovation

Hosts

Eric Lanke
Host of Fluid Power Forum, National Fluid Power Association
Ben Brown
Host on the ConExpo floor and Fluid Power Forum coverage

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 13 ratings
  • Great way to learn about applications

    Thanks for supporting fluid power, Eric!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mitch1338
    United States5 years ago
  • Good, but a bit long

    I suggest a shorter format, like 10 - 15 minutes per interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    fluidpowerengr
    United States7 years ago

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Great for learning about applications and industry context.
Shows room for shorter formats according to some listeners.
Listeners appreciate practical insights for real-world hydraulics.

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Duty Cycles, Machine Learning, and Energy Efficiency: Optimizing Electrified Hydraulics
Q: Where do you see sensors and data analytics fitting into electrified hydraulic systems?
Advanced sensors provide rich data from inverters, motors, battery management systems, and hydraulics; ML can classify duty cycles, enable predictive maintenance, and support adaptive controls to coach operators for more optimal use.
Duty Cycles, Machine Learning, and Energy Efficiency: Optimizing Electrified Hydraulics
Q: Can you pick one real-world example of these technologies in action and explain the benefits?
The hybrid backhoe loader example shows downsizing the engine to meet emission standards, running the machine in electric mode indoors for low noise and zero emissions, and using government incentives to justify the hybrid approach without changing the form factor.
Duty Cycles, Machine Learning, and Energy Efficiency: Optimizing Electrified Hydraulics
Q: Tell our listeners a little bit more about yourself and how you came to work at Parker Hannifin.
Barun explains his mechanical and hydraulic background, starting with hydraulic components and moving into mobile machinery, then electrification driven by customer demand and regulatory pressure, culminating in leadership of a team bridging electric components, hydraulics, and controls.
Material Matters: Saving Money with Smarter Material Selection and System Design
Q: What should listeners look for in the future of material science for fluid power?
Expect data-driven approaches, AI, and additive manufacturing to accelerate material selection and design optimization, with a focus on reducing energy use and enabling more customized parts, especially for low-volume or complex applications.
Material Matters: Saving Money with Smarter Material Selection and System Design
Q: What are the system-level implications of material choices?
Material decisions affect the entire hydraulic or pneumatic system; better damping or different wear characteristics can influence seals, bearings, and overall reliability, so companies should consider how a single material choice cascades through the whole system during design.

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What is Fluid Power Forum about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the latest in hydraulic and pneumatic innovation, with a strong emphasis on electrification, hybrid systems, and intelligent control within mobile and industrial machines. Across episodes, topics span system-level design, energy efficiency, sensor integration, and the practical realities of bringing electrified hydraulics from concept to production. Guests range from component and system leaders to OEMs and technology vendors, discussing real-world applications at events like ConExpo, field testing, and market trends such as autonomous capabilities, and smarter controls. The format often combines technical depth with practical industry insights, making it valuable for engineers, product managers, and executives seeking ... more

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3. Mitch Van Remortel
4. Philippe Reynolds
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7. Al Rebholz
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