Industry leaders now seeking 2008 Technician of the Year; Nominations being accepted!October 1, 2008
Visit www.techoftheyear.com to complete a nomination
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, Dayton Parts, LLC (DP, LLC), Haldex, MAHLE Clevite and SKF now are accepting nominations for the 2008 Technician of the Year Award program. The program is designed to recognize a technician or HD machinist who exemplifies the best qualities of the profession, including his/her technical and mechanical experience, service specialties and overall contributions to the commercial vehicle industry.
Throughout the year (until December 31, 2008), commercial vehicle fleet and HD machine shop managers may nominate a technician or shop machinist by completing the nomination form available at www.techoftheyear.com. A link to the nomination form is also available on each of the five participating sponsor company Web sites. Following the December 31, 2008, nomination deadline, a panel of independent judges from various commercial vehicle industry organizations will chose a winner from the pool of applications.
The winning technician will be announced during Heavy Duty Aftermarket Week (HDAW) 2009. In addition, the winner and the nominator will receive a VIP trip to attend HDAW 2009 from February 16 – 19, 2009, at the Rosen Centre Hotel & Resort and Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. A reception will be held during HDAW to honor the 2008 Technician of the Year winner. The technician and his/her fleet also will receive national recognition from select commercial vehicle industry trade publications.
The Technician of the Year Award program is designed to recognize fleet technicians and shop machinists as valuable assets in the commercial vehicle marketplace. Bendix, DPI, Haldex and SKF created the program in 2005, and value the award as an industry standard, recognizing those who dedicate proper maintenance techniques to the profitability and quality of a fleet’s operations. MAHLE Clevite recently joined the four original sponsors for the 2008 season.
For more information on the Technician of the Year Program or to nominate a technician, visit www.techoftheyear.com. If you need a printed form, so you can submit a fax nomination, please call Doug Fike at 800-323-8024 ext.4472.
About sponsor companies:
Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems LLC, a member of the Knorr-Bremse Group, develops and supplies leading-edge active safety technologies, air brake charging and control systems and components under the Bendix® brand name for medium- and heavy-duty trucks, tractors, trailers, buses and other commercial vehicles throughout North America.
With top-performing systems and components – alongside a comprehensive line of foundation brake components and actuation systems through our joint venture, Bendix Spicer Foundation Brake LLC – we provide integrated systems and reliable solutions for every application. For more information, visit www.bendix.com or call 1-800-AIR-BRAKE.
Dayton Parts, LLC is a manufacturer and distributor of undercarriage replacement products for the heavy-duty aftermarket in the United States and global markets. For more information on DP, LLC’s products and services, visit www.daytonparts.com.
Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems is a leading manufacturer and distributor of heavy-duty air brake system and suspension control system components. It operates globally with headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri, and manufacturing and engineering facilities throughout the world. Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems is a part of Haldex Group, an innovator in vehicle technology and supplier of proprietary products for trucks, cars and industrial vehicles on a global basis. For more information on Haldex and its products and services, visit www.haldex.com.
MAHLE Clevite has a local presence in all important world markets. The Group has more than 40,000 dedicated employees in 110 production plants and seven research and development centers. Worldwide, nearly 2,300 development engineers and technicians work as partners for our customers on forward-thinking concepts, products and systems focused on the continuous development of the combustion engine. For additional information about MAHLE Clevite, visit www.mahleclevite.com.
SKF is a leading global supplier of bearing and elastomeric products, solutions and related services, as well as linear motion and lubrication technologies. Headquartered in Gothenburg, Sweden, with technology centers in the Netherlands, Italy and the United States, SKF is a valued partner to original equipment manufacturers and a major supplier to the automotive, aerospace, heavy-duty/off-highway, marine and other industries. For more information, visit www.vsm.skf.com.
Sponsor comments:
John Flad, Vice President – North American Aftermarket Sales, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems
“A skilled technician is one of the cornerstones of a successful, safe, and effective maintenance program. The Technician of the Year Award is a new and exciting way to recognize the true value and dedication of these talented professionals to fleets across North America. We are very proud to participate in this exciting new program and to serve as one of the sponsors for this award.”
Gary Smalley, President, Dayton Parts, LLC
“Dayton Parts, LLC is a proud sponsor for the Technician of the Year award. It is widely understood that trucks are what keep America rolling. While the technological improvements in newer vehicles continue to advance, there is a growing demand for skilled fleet technicians. With this program, we hope to raise the awareness of the vital role these specialists perform within our industry. Dayton Parts is excited for the opportunity to honor the heavy-duty technician who exemplifies the best qualities and skills of the profession.”
Joe Panella, Senior Vice President, Global Sales, Haldex
“Haldex Commercial Vehicle Systems appreciates the critical role that the skilled technician plays in the commercial vehicle industry and we are pleased to support the effort to recognize these high achievers. Providing recognition for the technical specialist is one way to facilitate greater participation in this growing professional career and to elevate the level of expertise available to our industry.”
Jesse Jones, Marketing Manager, MAHLE Clevite
“At MAHLE Clevite, we recognize the value of honoring those who contribute to the positive reputation and success of the commercial vehicle repair industry. Not only does the Technician of the Year Program reward hard-working industry professionals for practicing proper maintenance and safety procedures, it sets the bar high for aspiring technicians. We’re pleased to be a part of such a reputable program.”
Mike McGrath, President, SKF Automotive Division, VSM
“SKF is honored to be working with industry leaders in recognizing a fleet technician’s contributions to the marketplace through the Technician of the Year Program. As a supplier to the heavy duty aftermarket, we value technicians and fleets that practice proper vehicle maintenance, demonstrate awareness of the latest techniques, and contribute to the industry’s commitment to safety.”
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October 1, 2008
For further information, please contact:
Doug Fike, SKF,
800-323-8024 x4472, Doug.p.fike@skf.com
Brian Salvatore, Harris, Baio & McCullough, 215-440-9800
brian@hbmadv.com |