BFPA was formed in 1959, formerly known as AHEM, to promote the techincal, trade and commercial interests of British Manufacturers and Suppliers of Hydraulic and Pneumatic equipment. Representing and supporting businesses in the hydraulic, pneumatic and motion control industries in the UK.

With some 250 Distributors and Manufacturers in membership the BFPA is the only full service UK Trade Association for all companies involved or associated with the Fluid Power Industry. Offering a range of services to both members and other industry stakeholders, the organisation provides a sector-platform from which manufacturers, distributors, OEMs, end-users and all associated parties can network and promote the best interests of their organisations.

The only voice for the industry in the UK, the BFPA encourages all organisations or individuals to explore the options open to them through the Association.