ETI Completes Web Site Facelift
The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) just announced the completion of its web site redesign. The web site — www.etools.org — now sports a new color scheme, masthead and a few new components. According to Brian Irish, marketing manager for ETI, the facelift was long overdue. The decision to make the changes comes as part of a new marketing plan initiated by Irish. “The intent is to keep a consistent look to everything that ETI does,” he said. “We are working on building name and identity recognition in the industry. This is just a first step in accomplishing that.”
NC3R Co-Sponsors the 2004 International Big R Show
The National Center for Remanufacturing and Resource Recovery (NC3R) has again agreed to co-sponsor the 2004 International Big R Show, which takes place Oct. 29-Nov. 1 in Las Vegas. In the past, NC3R has provided training sessions and partnered on many projects with the Automotive Parts Rebuilders Association (APRA), which hosts the Big R Show. This year, NC3R will be conducting two half-day training sessions focused on avoiding the costs associated with work related illnesses and injuries and improving competitiveness. These training sessions will focus on ergonomics and warranty return cost analysis.
MEMA’s Information Services Council Publishes RFID White Paper
The Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) Information Services Council (MIS Council) has written and published a white paper on Radio Frequency Identification (RFID).
SPX Service Solutions Acquires Actron Manufacturing
SPX Corp. announced today that it has acquired the assets of Cleveland, Ohio-based Actron Manufacturing Co. Actron produces automotive test equipment and instrumentation under the Actron, KAL-EQUIP and Faze brand names, among others. The company has annual revenues of approximately $35 million.
Executive Interview with Tom Ward, President, Snap-on Diagnostics
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Tom Ward, president of Snap-on Diagnostics, a global business focused on improving technician and workshop productivity around the world. Join us as Ward gives us an inside look at Snap-on Diagnostics, including information on some recently launched products. Ward also talks about the trends and challenges in automotive diagnostics and repair and how the division works to address these issues.
Stride Tool Names New CEO
Stride Tool, Inc., a manufacturer of specialty hand tools has named a new CEO. Ron Ortiz will replace company founder Lori Northrup, who will continue as chairman of the board of Stride Tool. Northrup, who has served as CEO since 1980, is leaving the company to focus on other business ventures with her husband.
Eaton to Purchase GKN’s German Hydraulic Connector Firm
Cleveland, Ohio-based industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. has signed an agreement with GKN plc, a London-based global automotive and aerospace supplier, to purchase GKN’s Walterscheid Rohrverbindungstechnik GmbH business (Walterscheid) for $48 million.
Advanced Bosch Training Focuses on Solving Today’s Automotive Service Challenges
In today’s environment of ever-more-complex and sophisticated automobiles and trucks, training is all-important to the technicians who service and maintain these vehicles. Robert Bosch Corporation, a supplier of automotive systems and components, has placed itself in the forefront of those that supply the advanced technical training needed by the automotive service community.
Ken-Tool President Scott Meyer to Retire
After 35 years, Scott Meyer has announced he will retire from his post as president of Akron, Ohio-based Ken-Tool, a manufacturer of specialty tire changing tools and hand tools. Meyer will continue working with Ken-Tool as vice-chairman, moving away from the day-to-day operations of the business, focusing more on business growth and development including product and market development, business and marketing strategy and industry and customer relationship building.
ArvinMeritor Introduces Gabriel ReadyMount Struts
ArvinMeritor’s Light Vehicle Aftermarket (LVA) group has unveiled a new line of Gabriel ReadyMount struts. The new struts, available through distributors, automotive supply retailers and installers nationwide, are pre-assembled with bumpers, strut mounts, coil springs and boots designed for fast and easy installation.