We have made an effort to keep the cost of membership affordable and to keep the attrition rate low. We have contacted lapsed members and have found the most common reason for not renewing membership was that their company would not pay for the Membership Investment. The Fluid Power Society is not just for companies, but for individuals too. Individuals benefit professionally from Manufacturers' Directory, Certification Directory, Fluid Power Journal publications, and discounts on certifications. Life insurance, credit card applications and discounts on car rentals are some of our personal benefits.
Local chapters can provide technical information, networking, and socializing with peers.
Members learn by listening and sharing experiences. Some chapters even teach classes on fluid power. Membership is a two-way street and it takes active members to keep chapters alive and thriving. Our members can stay on top of issues ranging from new technology to company acquisitions through our Journal and web site. Within the past few months we have had requests for information from Tunisia, Japan, and India as well as the continental United States and Canada.