Full technical sessions include: “Cleaning of Diesel Exhaust Particulate Filters,” “Economic Forecast for Trucking” and “How the New CSA 2010 Rules Impact Fleet Maintenance Operations.”
TMC’s Service Providers Committee will present the technical session “Quality Control: Advantages and Benefits to Both Fleet and Service Providers.” The Corrosion Control Action Committee will present “A Look at SAE J2721 Corrosion Testing.”
More than 100 Task Forces will meet Sept. 20 to work on Recommended Practices, Information Reports and Position Papers. TMC’s Fleet Operator’s Forum, Fleet Talk and Shop Talk again will provide the opportunity for maintenance and equipment professionals to seek redress to equipment problems and exchange information related to equipment problems.
Additional educational opportunities for meeting attendees will be available at the Technician Training Fair, held in conjunction with TMCSuperTech2010. Six training sessions will be held Sept. 20 and repeated Sept. 23. The training qualifies for National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation continuing education credits.
Additional information and registration for TMC’s 2010 Fall Meeting and National Technician Skills Competition is available online at http://www.tmc.truckline.com.
People in the News
Following are personnel changes and announcements in the trucking industry:
* Ancra International hired Mike Tomlson as Southwestern region sales manager.
* ArvinMeritor appointed John Nelligan to regional director of Canada, North American Field Operations; Rick Decaire to Eastern regional sales director, Aftermarket; and Matthew Stevenson to marketing director, Truck and Meritor WABCO.
* FleetPride Inc. created the position of chief operating officer and appointed Lee Stockseth to it.
* Penray promoted Rita Otto to environmental, health and safety officer.
* Phillips Industries promoted Ron Alvarez to OEM/OES and international sales manager.
* Safety Vision appointed Alan Mann to director of sales for its driver behavior modification products.
For the latest aftermarket news, announcements and trends, visit www.truckpartsandservice.com
Paccar Parts Names Bergstrom, IATCO Suppliers of the Year
Paccar Parts has named Bergstrom Inc. and Illinois Auto Truck Co. Inc. its 2009 suppliers of the year for providing quality idle-reduction power systems and HVAC products, and clutches, respectively.
By leveraging technology and predicting how consumers would respond to future products and services, both suppliers were recognized for demonstrating operational efficiency, part availability, providing excellent service to customers and dealers, and executing timely delivery of parts and equipment.
“Both Bergstrom and IATCO have done an outstanding job in supplying dealers with the parts they need to provide our customers with the outstanding support they expect from Paccar’s dealers,” said Darrin Siver, Paccar Parts general manager and Paccar vice president. “Both companies work hard to keep our distribution centers and dealers well stocked with high-demand items. We’re pleased to award the two companies that distinguish themselves with support to our dealers, continuously stand behind their products and show a commitment to operational excellence.”
Mahle Clevite Introduces Launchpad Phase II Online Catalog
Mahle Clevite Inc. announced the second phase of its Launchpad online catalog. The company said Phase II introduces an all-new look and includes the addition of search options for piston rings and filters, as well as additional search options for light- and heavy-duty applications.
The Web-based catalog included an electronic ordering function tied directly into customer accounts. Mahle Clevite said the Phase II enhancements allow the user to search and order parts available for light- and heavy-duty applications, and select the parts to be included in the search.
“The features in Phase II of Launchpad were driven directly from the needs and wants of our customers,” said Todd Campau, team coordinator II – data management. “Mahle Clevite is committed to being at the forefront of electronic capabilities.”
Phase II now includes the full Mahle Clevite product line of gaskets, pistons, piston rings and filters, and allows the user to utilize the search wizard to look up by year, make, model or engine for both light- and heavy-duty applications; view and print digital images and part and package specifications; utilize the comprehensive interchange search; add parts viewed in the online catalog directly to the online ordering tool, mahlecleviteorder.com; and view the latest new number announcements and product obsolescence.
MACS New Clinic Manual Now Available
The new manual covers:
2010 Prius Ejector Cycle Evaporator
A/C Performance Critical For Escape Hybrids’ Battery Life
An Important Sequence – Install Then Initialize
Factory-Installed GM Filters
Major Changes Coming To Evaporators And Service
New Helpmate for Electrical Troubleshooting
Not Much Doubt; HFO-1234yf Is Coming
Those Pesky “U” Codes
Unequal Temperatures Side To Side
Why Computers Need Reprogramming – Another Example
The manual may be ordered at www.macsw.org in the online store or by calling 215/631-7020 and dialing “0” to order. MACS members can buy the manual at $20 plus shipping and the price for non-members is $40 plus shipping. MACS said it has a limited number of manuals in stock for purchase.
