Sensors for Fluid Power Systems: The Technologies and Trends Driving Industry Adoption
This webinar was originally broadcast on September 30, 2026.
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Sensors are becoming an integral part of hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Automation and the need to enable more predictive maintenance are just some of the drivers for this.
Ongoing advancements in sensor technology are bringing new capabilities and use cases to fluid power applications. In this webinar, we’ll examine these advancements as well as the benefits of integrating sensors into fluid power systems and what opportunities still lie ahead.
During the webinar, industry experts from HYDAC and Festo will offer their insights on topics including:
- recent sensor technology developments,
- examples of how sensors are employed in hydraulics and pneumatics,
- challenges associated with developing and integrating sensors into fluid power systems, and
- trends driving use of sensors in fluid power now and in the future.
Speakers:
Leandro Zaza
Product Manager, Electronics Division
HYDAC
Leandro Zaza is an electrical engineer with 12 years' experience in semiconductor companies in the automotive sector. For five years, he worked in Europe at TTControl, a joint venture between TTTech and HYDAC, as technical sales manager and autonomous operation cluster manager. In September 2025, Leandro joined HYDAC USA as product manager for the electronics division.
Kalid Ortiz
Product Marketing Manager, Sensors
Festo NAM
Kalid Ortiz has been with Festo since 2015 and currently serves as Product Marketing Manager, Sensors for Festo NAM. A mechanical engineer with a Master's degree in Factory Automation, he combines deep technical expertise with commercial insight to help customers implement innovative and efficient automation solutions. His areas of specialization include sensing technologies, pneumatic automation, servo pneumatics, motion control, and industrial communication networks. With over 15 years of experience as an automation instructor, Kalid has trained engineers, technicians, and industry professionals, helping organizations leverage advanced automation technologies to improve productivity, connectivity, and performance. He works closely with customers, machine builders, and sales teams to identify automation challenges and deliver solutions that support digitalization and operational excellence.
