The 2023 NFPA Fluid Power Action Challenge was a grand success, drawing participation from more than 200 students and 56 teams. This event was committed to enhancing STEM learning, providing students with hands-on experiences, and cultivating crucial skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and time management.
Winners
6th Grade:
Portfolio – Aquatic Scientists and Fantastic Four
Teamwork & Interview – Dino Nuggies
Design & Operation – K.E.S.H.
Grand Champion – Water Benders
8th Grade:
Portfolio – Umi Zoomi
Teamwork & Interview – Connect 4
Design & Operation – The Water Benders
Grand Champion – Liquid Strength
Sponsors
- Alro Steel Corporation
- BEHCO
- Fordsell Machine Products Company, Inc.
- GFM LLC
- Hydraulic Parts Source
- Interlynx Systems
- J.H. Bennett & Company, Inc.
- Kerr Screw
- Kodiak Controls, Inc.
- Macomb Community College
- Master Pneumatic, Inc.
- Mechanical Kits Ltd
- National Fluid Power Association
- Nichols Paper Products Company, Inc.
- Peninsular Cylinder Company
- R. M. Wright Company
- ROSS CONTROLS
- SMC
- The Shamrock Companies
- Yates Industries, Inc.
- Zatkoff Seals & Packings
Thank You Cards
We were pleasantly surprised by a thoughtful gesture – beautifully crafted thank you books from the committed students of this year’s NFPA Action Challenge!
These unique books will remain as cherished mementos of the incredible experience we all shared in 2023.
Overall, the 2023 NFPA Fluid Power Action Challenge was an amazing opportunity for students to learn, have fun, and work together as a team. We can’t wait for next year’s challenge!
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*Photos provided by Macomb Community College
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