Lord Corp. Takes Automotive Body Repair Product Line to Latin America
Lord Corp., maker of Fusor Automotive Repair Adhesives metal and composite bonding solution for automotive body repair, is launching its training curriculum and product line in Latin America through its Latin American counterpart, Lord de Mexico.
Heavy Duty Dialogue 2006 to Examine EPA, NHTSA Regulations
Heavy Duty Dialogue 2006 is timed to give heavy duty suppliers the opportunity to discuss important industry topics, such as regulations from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) scheduled to go into effect in 2007. The biennial conference, organized by the Heavy Duty Manufacturers Association (HDMA), is set for Monday and Tuesday, Feb. 6-7, 2006, at the Atlanta Airport Hilton & Towers at Atlanta’s Hartsfield Airport.
Aftermarket Technology Breakthroughs to be Announced at eForum
The Aftermarket eForum, which takes place August 2-4, in Chicago, once again will be the scene of news and announcements in the fields of information technology, e-commerce and e-marketing. Leaders from a number of major companies will share how they have improved profit and performance by applying technology to their business challenges at the Aftermarket eForum. Register today and take $200 off the fee of $895 for members and $1,095 for non-members.
DENSO Honored by Activant Solutions, Wrenchead
DENSO Sales California, Inc. recently received two National Catalog Managers Association (NCMA) President’s Awards at the Association’s 31st Annual Knowledge Exchange Conference in Orlando, Fla. Activant Solutions and Wrenchead presented the awards to DENSO for Electronic Data Excellence.
TI Automotive Selects Hart County, Georgia, for New Plant
TI Automotive has selected Hart County, Ga., as the site for a new facility to manufacture automotive fuel system components.
Snap-on Tools and SkillsUSA Work Together to Train and Inspire Workers
As the 2004 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC) approaches, thousands of students are preparing to descend on Kansas City, Mo., to test their skills against those of fellow students from across America. With the approach of the June 20th to 25th conference, Snap-on Tools is once again supporting SkillsUSA as it trains, develops and inspires the next generation of American workers.
Collision Industry Raises $1,500 for Washington, D.C., Children
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) recently donated $1,500 to the National Children’s Medical Hospital during a meeting held in Washington, D.C.
OEM Purchasing VPs to Discuss Industry Collaboration at Auto-Tech 2004
Top purchasing executives from DaimlerChrysler Corp., Ford Motor Co., and General Motors Corp. will headline a panel discussion on global purchasing practices at the 17th annual Auto-Tech conference at the Cobo Conference Center on Wednesday, Sept. 1. Auto-Tech is an automotive industry trade conference organized by the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG).
Executive Interview with Scott Meyer, President of MEMA
Our latest edition of “Executive Interview” features Scott Meyer, outgoing chairman of the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA). As he concludes his time as chairman of the association, he steps into a new role as interim president of MEMA, which is in the midst of celebrating its 100-year anniversary. Join us as Meyer shares his insights on the anniversary of MEMA’s centennial, and what lies ahead for both MEMA and the entire industry.
GAAS Scholarships Awarded to 145 Students
The Global Automotive Aftermarket Symposium (GAAS) continues its work to ensure a strong future talent pool for automotive aftermarket companies and service outlets through its highly successful scholarship program. A total of 145 students will receive $1,000 GAAS scholarships in 2004, with the majority of recipients entering automotive vocational-technical programs, which will help address the critical shortage of automotive technicians.