RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, NC — The Equipment and Tool Institute’s (ETI) recent ToolTech event held April 26-28 in Indian Wells, Calif., brought nearly 120 people from all segments of the industry together for networking, one-on-one meetings, a company showcase and other important events.
Founded in 1947, the Equipment and Tool Institute is a trade association of automotive tool and equipment manufacturers and technical information providers. ToolTech is the only event that focuses solely on the tool and equipment segment of the industry.
“[ToolTech] is the perfect forum for smaller suppliers with innovative products to meet some of the world’s largest vehicle OEMs,” said Terry Kalley, president of Bright Solutions. “The quality of the OEM participants was extremely high, with many decision makers in attendance. The entire week went flawlessly,” he added.
“I felt like the event went very well and was well attended by the OEMs. That is important,” said Tom Fisher, vice president and general manager of SPX Corp. “The one-on-ones were very beneficial. I know the OEMs appreciated the interaction and dialog with the various suppliers and manufacturers,” he noted.
“I’ve attended ETI meetings for a number of years,” said Dave Zellers, vice president, product quality and service support for Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc., “and I think the 2005 Tool Tech event represented a significant departure from the ‘old ways’ and a genuine revitalization of the Institute’s value proposition for both members and constituents, literally delivering on the promise of ETI’s Mission Statement, and going a long way to strengthen both business and personal relationships our businesses are built on.”
Planning is already underway for ToolTech 2006. Although the exact date and location for next year is not set, it will be held during the same general timeframe. To be kept informed about the progress of ToolTech 2006, send an e-mail to [email protected] and request to be added to ETI’s mailing list.
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