Aftermarket Daily News • November 3, 2022

Innovation and Agility at WeatherTech

Stackable Poly Tanks Changing Industry

While trying to determine how much 5w 20 oil was left in his inventory, John Kalthoff stubbed his toe against an aging, cumbersome 55 gallon drum in his shop, and smiled

Not the typical reaction you might expect from a strong willed business manager But John had a rea son

“I knew I wasn’t going to do that again,” said Kalthoff, Manager of A 1 Rapid Lube.

No more stubbed toes or rusted 55 gallon drums

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Center High Mounted Radar from CUB

In a post lockdown market, the recreation and after market world has been changed forever During the prime of the pandemic, everyone flocked to go out doors and bought up all of the RVs, overlanding and outdoor gear they could so they could escape Today, there has been some fallout and those markets are regaining some normalcy, but are still doing well despite a reduction from their peak volumes But there is now an increased market size and many of the peo ple who tried it out, really like it!

With these new

More Power

Half the Noise

By Fabian Centeno, Vice President of Global Sales, AMGO Hydraulic Corporation

High Performance Solutions to Replacing OE Shocks

Elka is a full scale manufacturing opera t i o n p r o v i d i n g h i g h e n d s h o c k a b s o r b e r s f o r t r u c k s a n d J e e p s . T h e brand is best known for its high per formance, fully adjustable shock mod els used in rough off road conditions like overlanding and technical crawling These products come typically in larger body diameters like 2 5” or 3 0” with e x t e r n a l r e s e r v o i r s a n d c o m p r e s s i o n

vide an upgrade in performance with out breaking the bank Elka’s 2 0” inter nal floating piston shocks offer the best price benefits ratio, coming in at up to less than 75% of the retail price of the fully adjustable products with the same core technology

l i n e t o e n s u r e t h a t t h e E l k a s h o c k w i l l b e p e r f o r m i n g a t i t s b e s t l e v e l r e g a r d l e s s o f t h e a c t u a l m o d e l c h o s e n b y t h e c u s t o m e r T h e O E r e p l a c e m e n t I F P s h o c k w i l l b e b u i l t w i t h t h e s a m e c o m p o n e n t s , l i k e t h e i n t e r n a l h y d r a u l i c v a l v i n g , o p t i m i z e d f o r e a c h v e h i c l e c o n f i g u r a t i o n , t h e h a r d a n o d i z e d a l u m i n i u m b o d y , t h e t r i p l e s e a l i n g s y s t e m a n d o t h e r p r o p r i e t a r y t e c h n o l o g i e s . I n t h e e n d , i t w i l l p r o v i d e t h a t h i g h e r p e r f o r m a n c e l e v e l f r o m i t s s p e c i f i c s e t u p a n d t u n i n g b a s e d o n t h e v e h i c l e w e i g h t , c o n f i g u r a t i o n a n d b e h a v i o r t e s t e d o n t h e f i e l d t h a t E l k a h a s d e v e l o p e d o n t h e r a c i n g c i r c u i t s a n d t h a t y o u f i n d o n t h e t o p e n d p r o d u c t s

The 2 0 or 2 5 IFP are available for all major makes and models of light trucks, SUVs and Jeep. They will deliver general increased comfort and better handling, and specifically firm and sta ble handling for light off road driving, s m o o t h e r r i d e w h i l e d r i v i n g o v e r washboard and potholes, strong ramp ing effect for extra bottom out protec tion over large dips and washes, and they will be overall more capable and d u r a b l e t h a n s t o c k O E s h o c k s a n d cheap replacement and fully rebuild able. That means that they can live a lot longer, giving even more bang for your buck

F T E R M A R

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Since the price point of high per formance products is much higher than typical replacement shocks, Elka want ed to offer a product that would pro

t u r e d t h e s a m e w a y , a n d d e l i v e r e d w i t h s e t u p d e v e l o p e d a n d t e s t e d f o r e a c h s p e c i f i c v e h i c l e a n d u s e r d r i v i n g c o n d i t i o n s . I n f a c t , w h e n a n e w v e h i c l e i s d e v e l o p e d , t h e e n g i n e e r i n g t e a m w o r k s a c r o s s t h e w h o l e p r o d u c t

Pollution Control Controlled Pyrolysis Cleaning Furnace

Pollution Control’s Industrial Cleaning Furnaces (Burn Off Ovens) cover the entire spectrum of thermal stripping and heat cleaning technology Safe and effective, they are capable of handling any combustible that can legally be r e m o v e d w i t h h e a t . W i d e l y u s e d i n i n d u s t r y , P o l l u t i o n C o n t r o l B u r n O f f

Ovens safely remove polymers, paints, p o w d e r c o a t i n g s , a d h e s i v e s , g r e a s e , insulation and chemicals from paint hangers and racks, engine blocks, elec tric motors, extrusion screws, breaker plates, dies, nozzles and many other metal parts and tooling Virtually pollu t i o n f r e e , t h e c o m p a n y ’ s p a t e n t e d

Controlled Pyrolysis® process eliminates all hydrocarbon emissions, and the use of dangerous chemical strippers and other toxic materials

In today’s competitive manufactur ing marketplace, production lines must be super efficient and pristine Changes in process materials or colors, the build up of polymers or simple routine main tenance requires that equipment be thoroughly cleaned before it is returned to production. Repetitive manual clean

ing will in time result in physical dam age, not to mention injury to employ e e s C h e m i c a l s a n d a b r a s i v e s m a y pose serious health and environmen tal consequences

Controlled Pyrolysis is a gentle process that extends the life of parts and tooling. Operating at 800º 1000ºF, pyrolysis converts organic based mate rials into a carbon based smoke The smoke is then passed through a 1500ºF afterburner exiting the exhaust stack as odorless and harmless water vapor and carbon dioxide Advanced control sys tems maintain a low oxygen atmosphere that fully protects the tooling being cleaned It’s easy to operate automated control system reduces labor and machinery downtime, and its automatic cycle timer ensures the oven runs only long enough to clean the parts

The history of Pollution Control is the history of “burn off” ovens Peyton S i m p s o n , t h e c o m p a n y ’ s f o u n d e r , designed his first burn off furnace in 1971 for a neighboring business need ing to comply with new emission stan dards. The success of that first furnace

The IFP model also features precise fine tuning of the spring preload (on coilover models only) for your specific driving style and terrain conditions

Elka wants their clients to go faster and explore further If you want your vehicle to look the best, provide better c o m f o r t , a n d p e r f o r m b e t t e r ( o r a l l

three!), a set of Elka’s high performance off road shocks will give it that edge

For more information, go to www.elka suspension com

Nissan/NISMO Reveals

Nissan Z GT4

l a u n c h e d P o l l u t i o n C o n t r o l P r o d u c t s Company Today the company is run by P e y t o n ’ s d a u g h t e r , J o S i m p s o n , a n d P o l l u t i o n C o n t r o l i s t h e r e c o g n i z e d leader in the sales and service of burn off ovens, with over 9,000 installations in 45 countries around the world

Pollution Control is eager to prove its capabilities Send any metal part that needs to be cleaned and the company will run a test clean, at no charge, and return the part to you to determine if their technology will be of value to you

For more information, visit booth #37067, call 214.358.1539, go to www.pcpc online.com, or email sales@pcpconline.com.

Continuing the story and legend of the fabled sports car, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing Co , Ltd (NMC) revealed the Nissan Z GT4, based on the all new Nissan Z G T 4 s p e c r a c i n g m a c h i n e s a r e based on production vehicles, modified for severe competition use To that end, NMC’s NISMO Racing Division took the street version of the new Z which is receiving acclaim around the world and tuned the VR30DDTT engine, opti m i z e d i t s c h a s s i s a n d s u s p e n s i o n , enhanced its aerodynamics to the limit of regulations and created a cockpit that works for drivers of all types This created a race car that is a Nissan Z in all aspects accessible to enthusiast driv ers and hard core professionals

Detailed vehicle specifications will be announced at the 2022 SEMA show Vehicles deliveries will begin in the first half of 2023.

E l k a ’ s O E r e p l a c e m e n t s h o c k i s b u i l t w i t h t h e s a m e m e c h a n i c a l p r o p r i e t i e s , s a m e r a w m a t e r i a l , m a n u f a c

Add Rugged Fingerprint Functionality to Your Product Line

By Jeff Brown, Vice President of Sales, SecuGen Corporation

What is the U20 ASFX?

T h e U 2 0 A S F X i s a n u l t r a c o m p a c t standalone fingerprint sensor module

It is designed for OEMs and developers to embed into a wide variety of hard ware products that require fingerprint biometric functionality

Examples include mobile devices, ATMs, POS devices, access control sys tems, lock boxes, safes nearly any thing that could benefit from the added security and convenience of biometrics.

It comes preloaded with SecuGen’s Fingerprint Management System soft ware that allows it to be used right out o f t h e b o x t o c a p t u r e f i n g e r p r i n t i m a g e s , e x t r a c t t e m p l a t e s , e n r o l l , search and match fingerprints all in one device

What is special about the U20 ASFX?

Just within one small programmable device, the U20 ASFX provides the tools and technologies that allow for the rapid and efficient development of a wide variety of embedded fingerprint solutions where high quality, rugged

design and affordability are key factors

Its predecessor, the U20 SF, was the first of the Unity line of fingerprint products featuring a well thought out and designed Biometric Development Platform (BDP) that represents a para digm shift in the OEM biometric space

The U20 ASFX pushes the envelope far ther by offering an amped up storage capacity of 10,000 users (or 20,000 fin gerprint templates) on a single device

What’s inside the module?

The core of the U20 ASFX sensor mod ule is the U20 A, a rugged, high image quality optical fingerprint sensor This s e n s o r a l s o f e a t u r e s a n i n t e g r a t e d Single Board Computer that contains a 1 GHz CPU, a fully programmable Linux system, SecuGen’s fingerprint matching S D K a n d O p e n S S L C r y p t o g r a p h i c libraries The template extraction and matching algorithms that run on the device are NIST MINEX certified.

All of this power and functionality is packed into an ultra compact profile that has defied our old model of a sen sor and a separate board running the e x t r a c t i o n a n d m a t c h i n g a l g o r i t h m s

Being able to unite all the parts of the

OEM sensor and shrink them into one very small sensor and at the same time embedding an open Linux develop ment environment makes this product unique in the industry

What does this mean for OEMs? We have for many years focused e x c l u s i v e l y o n d e l i v e r i n g t o o u r OEM partners the tools they need to compete successfully in this highly c o m p e t i t i v e i n d u s t r y a n d a r e p l e a s e d t o c o n t i n u e t o d e l i v e r world class OEM sensors Coupling our high quality, rugged optical fin gerprint sensors that SecuGen is k n o w n f o r , w i t h a s o p h i s t i c a t e d d e v e l o p m e n t p l a t f o r m , t h e B D P represents a giant leap forward in OEM fingerprint technology.

About SecuGen

SecuGen is a leading provider of optical fingerprint recognition technology for physical and information security For over 20 years, SecuGen has been a driv i n g f o r c e c o m m i t t e d t o d e v e l o p i n g innovative, high quality, rugged and p r i c e p e r f o r m i n g p r o d u c t s i n c l u d i n g FBI certified fingerprint readers, sen

sors, biometric software and developer kits

S e c u G e n p r o d u c t s a r e u s e d b y financial, medical, government, educa tional and corporate institutions and

are sold through an extensive network of reseller partners including original equipment manufacturers, independ ent software vendors and system inte grators in North America, Latin America, Africa, Middle East, Europe and Asia

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o w w w secugen com, call 415 302 8417 or email sales@secugen com

Timbren Dealers & Distributors: Your Job Just Got Easier

Pickup trucks hold the largest demo graphic for aftermarket products. One of the most popular modifications is the suspension lift which now comes in dif ferent shapes and sizes including body spacers, leveling kits, and full suspen sion lifts The problem, however, is that almost every modification is focused on aesthetics, wanting the vehicle to look stylish But very little thought is given to how the truck will per form if it’s required to haul or tow

Here’s the problem in a nutshell A Timbren SES kit that’s installed on a l i f t e d v e h i c l e c a n ’ t e f f e c t i v e l y d o i t s j o b W h y ? B e c a u s e t h e r e ’ s t o o m u c h s p a c e between frame and axle. Every Timbren SES kit is tailor made to fit each year, make, and model coming straight from the factory If your cus tomer has modified his vehicle, he has also compromised the effectiveness of his SES kit Fortunately, that problem doesn’t exist anymore In fact, your cus tomers can solve that problem before they place their order

To make your job a little easier, T i m b r e n i n t r o d u c e d e a s y t o i n s t a l l spacer kits specifically for your lifted truck customers who also want towing p e r f o r m a n c e f r o m t h e i r s u s p e n s i o n Your customers don’t need to sacrifice towing and hauling performance just because their pickup sits a little higher than stock A simple to install spacer k i t w i l l c o m p e n s a t e f o r t h e e x t r a

height.

Here’s how it works. Each spacer kit comes with two 1 inch and two 1/2 inch spacers along with all the necessary hardware to help your customers solve the issue with spacing They simply mix and match the spacers to reach their desired ride height

Whether they’ve got a leveling kit, body lift or full suspension lift, these spacer kits allow them to make effective use of their Timbren SES kit while haul ing or towing Spacer kits m a k e i t p o s s i b l e f o r Timbren SES kits to work just as effectively on a lifted truck as they do on trucks with a factory suspension

D o n ’ t l e t y o u r c u s t o m e r s s a c r i f i c e f u n c t i o n for style. Timbren SES spacer kits give lifted trucks maximum suspension per f o r m a n c e , s o m e t h i n g t h a t y o u r c u s tomers have come to expect

Features & Benefits of Spacer Kits for Lifted Pickup Trucks

• M a d e f o r R a m / G M / F o r d / T o y o t a / Nissan pickups

• Adapts Timbren SES kit to your lifted pickup truck

• Achieves correct ride height combi nation

• Includes necessary fasteners

• Easy installation

For more information, visit booth #57151, g o t o w w w t i m b r e n c o m o r e m a i l sales@timbren com

SATA RPS Cup System Enhances Body Shops’ Productivity

When it comes to quality paint finishes, SATA sets the standard for the industry The SATA painting system does just that, starting with the SATA Rapid Preparation System (RPS) multipurpose cups.

The SATA RPS cups have a unique venting system that plays into the effi ciency of the overall SATA system The vents allow for an even flow rate through the cup so, whether the cup is entirely full, half full, or just has a couple ounces in it, the flow rate will stay the same

“It guarantees an even color match and film build throughout the paint job,” said SATA Dan Am Co. Director of S a l e s a n d M a r k e t i n g T o n y L a r i m e r “What that means for a shop is that, if a painter is mixing material, he might only need two ounces He can mix just what he needs, get the same results and you don’t have the extra material that will go to waste ”

The cups can be used for mixing, spraying and, when the job is complete, s t o r a g e . F o r S A T A s p r a y g u n u s e r s there’s no need to buy additional mix

MingFeng: Turning Concepts Into Reality

MingFeng has become one of the top 100 national high tech enterprises in China Its mission is to turn incredible concepts into practical realities The company provides services for brands from more than 30 industries, including jewelry, spirit and beverage, commemo rative coin, watch, cigar, cosmetic, elec tronics and health related products.

MingFeng’s industrial park covers an area of 230,000 square meters, with thousands of skilled staff who can han dle an annual output of up t o 8 0 m i l l i o n pieces Its new facility consol i d a t e s o p e r a t i o n s a n d m a x i m i z e s e f f i c i e n c y t o produce three times more than the current production capacity MingFeng continues to mod ernize and utilize the latest equipment a n d t e c h n o l o g y t h a t a p p l i e s t o t h e manufacturing process Its dedicated work force assures that customers will receive products at the highest quality, on schedule and at competitive pricing.

The company believes in the great environmental importance of the planet and sustainable human development In 2013, MingFeng formed the Biomass Technology Company This division spe cializes in the research and development of biomass composites and its applica

ing cups or cans and the cups require no adapters They mount directly to SATA spray guns.

Each case of SATA RPS includes the cups, strainers of your choice and lids. No additional accessories are needed Each time you use a new RPS cup, you have a clean sterile cup that does not deliver accidental contamination from previous jobs into your paint work

RPS Cup Benefits

Bendable: The RPS cups also have the built in flexibility of the cup lid “neck” which allows painters to tilt the cups forward or side to side to spray at many different angles, on parts, rocker panels, and bumper covers

Clean: With SATA RPS, removing the cup from the spray gun becomes a clean and safe process When the paint job is finished, squeeze the RPS cup and close the vent cap to create a vacuum inside. Turn the spray gun upside down and pull the trigger to empty the mate rial passage.

Safe: Due to the robust threaded connection between the cup and the lid, any chance of the cup becoming detached is avoided

Refillable: The design of the cup allows the simple and clean topping off and the easy exchange of the material filter, if required.

SATA also has a version of the SATA RPS cups for UV coatings The cup, lid and vent caps are completely black, not allowing light to cause the product to

DRIVESAFE Personal Alcohol Testers

If there’s a notion that’s been confirmed by these challenging times, it is that human ingenuity, in the form of elec tronic technology, has become vital to o u r s u r v i v a l a n d s a f e t y A t A l c o h o l C o u n t e r m e a s u r e S y s t e m s ( A C S ) , t h i s idea has been the guiding principle from the beginning and h a s l e d t h e C a n a d i a n company to design and p r o d u c e t h e h i g h e s t quality alcohol testing s o l u t i o n s w h i c h h e l p s a v e l i v e s a r o u n d t h e world

Showcasing its line o f P e r s o n a l A l c o h o l T e s t e r s , a p t l y n a m e d D R I V E S A F E ™ , A C S i s o n c e a g a i n t a k i n g a n innovative approach by offering a range of highly accurate alco h o l t e s t i n g s o l u t i o n s s p e c i f i c a l l y d e s i g n e d f o r t h e g e n e r a l c o n s u m e r With a market plagued by the prolifera tion of subpar quality breathalyzers, the demand arises for portable, yet stylish, personal testers that offer professional grade accuracy and reliability at reason able cost.

In response to the needs of the consumer market, ACS has applied its e x p e r t k n o w l e d g e , d e v e l o p e d f r o m decades of serving law enforcement

tions. The biomass composites aim at tak ing full advantage of the abundant forestry residues from the agriculture industry, such as straw, rice husks and wood pulps MingFeng then uses modi fied formula design combined with

markets internationally, to ensure the DRIVESAFE line provides testing results of the same level of precision as those conducted by police at roadside check points All devices are equipped with advanced electrochemical sensors, the standard for law enforcement and pro f e s s i o n a l d e v i c e s . ACS quality sensors e n s u r e t h e s t a b i l i t y and accuracy of test results

Equally, ACS has given great attention t o t h e f u n c t i o n a l i t y r e q u i r e m e n t s a n d s t y l i n g d e t a i l s o f each device, to cre a t e a p r o d u c t l i n e that is versatile and a d a p t a b l e t o t h e c o n s u m e r s ’ l i f e s t y l e , f r o m t h e u s e r friendly DRIVESAFE Exec, with its high testing precision and unique display, to the sleek and compact DRIVESAFE Elite, and the practicality of the disposable DRIVESAFE Express When it comes to responsible driving, these options give the consumer greater control and confi dence when making informed choices.

T h e D R I V E S A F E l i n e o f P e r s o n a l Alcohol Testers continues to be highly effective in fulfilling the objective to capture the consumer market interna

upgraded professional equipment to pro duce different types of biomass compos ites, which are then extruded and molded into useful, everyday commodities

MingFeng is eager to bring clients the latest trends in packaging products

react in the cup Painters or body techs who prime or paint using UV coatings can leave this in the cup all day, without having to mix small amounts through out the day

To try the cost effective SATA RPS cups in your shop, ask your local SATA dealer for samples or for a demonstra tion.

For more information, visit booth #31017, g o t o w w w s a t a u s a c o m o r c a l l 800 533 8016

tionally and has proven to be a com m e r c i a l s u c c e s s f o r A C S ’ d i s t r i b u t o r partners in several countries. The target market includes proactive safety mind e d : p a r e n t s , p r o f e s s i o n a l s , s t u d e n t s , vacationers and business owners Each device offers unique features and capa bilities with the confidence that it was d e s i g n e d , e n g i n e e r e d a n d m a n u f a c tured using the highest quality materi als and in strict adherence to ACS’ qual ity standards

A l c o h o l C o u n t e r m e a s u r e S y s t e m s ( A C S ) i s a n i n t e r n a t i o n a l g r o u p o f c o m p a n i e s w i t h m o r e t h a n 4 0 y e a r s o f e x p e r i e n c e d e v e l o p i n g i n n o v a t i v e t e c h n o l o g y t o p r e v e n t i m p a i r e d d r i v i n g A l e a d i n g d e s i g n e r a n d m a n u f a c t u r e r o f a l c o h o l i n t e r l o c k d e v i c e s a n d b r e a t h a l c o h o l t e s t e r s , A C S p r o v i d e s p r o d u c t s a n d s e r v i c e s t o l a w e n f o r c e m e n t , a u t o m o t i v e , i n d u s t r i a l , p u b l i c a n d p e r s o n a l s a f e t y m a r k e t s . I t e n s u r e s t h e h i g h e s t s t a n d a r d s f o r p r o d u c t s , s e r v i c e s a n d t h e e n v i r o n m e n t t h r o u g h i t s q u a l i t y m a n a g e m e n t s y s t e m , w h i c h i n c l u d e s a c c r e d i t a t i o n t o I S O 9 0 0 1 , I A T F 1 6 9 4 9 , a n d I S O 1 4 0 0 1 F r o m i t s h e a d q u a r t e r s i n T o r o n t o , C a n a d a , A C S s u p p l i e s p r o d u c t s a n d s e r v i c e s w o r l d w i d e t o m a k e r o a d s s a f e r t h r o u g h i t s r e g i o n a l s u b s i d i a r i e s i n E u r o p e , A s i a , O c e a n i a a n d t h e A m e r i c a s .

For more information, email sales@acs corp com or go to www mydrivesafe com

a n d m a t e r i a l s , h e l p i n g w i t h c r e a t i n g innovative designs and offering support with its dedicated and trusted teams

F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n , g o t o www mingfengus com

Teijin Automotive Technologies’ Teams Get Creative for a Cause

When the Operations and Health and S a f e t y m a n a g e m e n t t e a m s o f T e i j i n Automotive Technologies gathered in S a n A n t o n i o , T e x a s , o p e r a t i o n a l improvement was not the only focus of the gathering The team also worked together to create wheel spoke guards to be fitted to wheelchairs that would be donated to individuals around the world

D u r i n g t h i s c o l l a b o r a t i v e , t e a m building project, more than 50 Teijin A u t o m o t i v e e m p l o y e e s b r o k e i n t o teams to learn more about the wheel chair recipients and the organization providing the chairs The Walkabout Foundation Presented as case studies, the teams learned about past recipients and their individual needs and had to answer specific questions to earn the r i g h t t o d e c o r a t e t h e w h e e l s p o k e guards When completed, each team gave a presentation about why they chose to decorate the cover as they did.

“As we were planning our first post COVID in person gathering, we wanted to be sure we had team building ele m e n t s i n c l u d e d o n t h e a g e n d a , ” explained Dina Graham, vice president, E n v i r o n m e n t a l L e g a l A f f a i r s , H e a l t h , S a f e t y a n d S u s t a i n a b i l i t y “ B u t e v e n more than that, we wanted to do some thing that enabled us to be a good cor porate citizen, and to give back to those in need. This project was a great cross section of both.”

T h e c o l o r f u l l y d e c o r a t e d w h e e l s p o k e g u a r d s a r e d o n a t e d t o T h e Walkabout Foundation, a UK and US

registered charity with the mission of restoring dignity, freedom and inde p e n d e n c e b y p r o v i d i n g w h e e l c h a i r s and rehabilitation to individuals in the developing world. Since its founding in 2009, the foundation has donated near l y 2 4 , 0 0 0 w h e e l c h a i r s t o i n d i v i d u a l s who otherwise could not afford one

The donated wheel spoke guards are not only an important safety feature ensuring that the users’ fingers don’t get pinched in the wheels they are a l s o a b r i g h t , d e c o r a t i v e t o u c h t h a t r e d u c e s t h e f e a r a n d s t i g m a t h a t a wheelchair can produce for the recipi ent

“Mobility in all forms is important to us, including that which is provided via wheelchairs for people who need t h e m , ” s a i d T e i j i n A u t o m o t i v e

Technologies CEO Chris Twining “This activity enabled us to provide much n e e d e d s a f e t y i t e m s t o w h e e l c h a i r users, while at the same time building camaraderie and really showcasing the creativity of our team.”

About Teijin Automotive Technologies

Teijin Automotive Technologies spe cializes in the development and pro duction of advanced composite com ponents including carbon and glass fiber for the global automotive and transportation industries and is an inte gral part of the Teijin Group of compa n i e s T h e c o m p a n y i s a w o r l d w i d e leader in composite formulations with a focus on providing automakers with

$8.8 Billion Worldwide Automotive Blind Spot Detection System Industry to 2027

The “Automotive Blind Spot Detection System Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2022 2027” report has been a d d e d t o R e s e a r c h A n d M a r k e t s c o m ’ s offering

The global automotive blind spot detection system market size reached US$ 4 3 Billion in 2021 Looking forward, the publisher expects the market to reach US$ 8 8 Billion by 2027, exhibiting a CAGR of 12.68% during 2021 2027.

Keeping in mind the uncertainties of COVID 19, it is continuously tracking and evaluating the direct as well as the indirect influence of the pandemic on different end use sectors These insights are included in the report as a major market contributor

The automotive blind spot detec tion (BSD) system is a sensor based technology that assists in controlling the vehicle and promotes passenger safety. It helps detect objects in the periphery of the mirrors or bumper of the vehicles through embedded sen

sors and digital cameras, which utilize electromagnetic waves or computer processed images. It generates tactile, audible, vibrating, or visual signals to alert the driver about the presence of obstacles at blind spot areas of the adja cent traffic lanes

The burgeoning automotive indus try represents one of the key factors positively influencing the market In addition, the increasing number of road accidents and rising safety concerns among individuals about vehicle safety are catalyzing the need for integrating advanced safety technologies in auto mobiles

In line with this, the growing demand for luxury vehicles is propelling automo bile manufacturers to manufacture auto mobiles equipped with advanced safety features, such as pedestrian detection and BSD systems, which is creating a pos itive outlook for the market.

Additionally, the widespread adop t i o n o f r a d a r b a s e d B S D s y s t e m s i n commercial vehicles for long, medium,

l i g h t w e i g h t , d u r a b l e p r o d u c t s t h a t enable design and packaging flexibility

Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Mich , USA, Teijin Automotive Technologies has 29 operations in 8 countries and e m p l o y s m o r e t h a n 5 , 0 0 0 p e o p l e For more information, visit www teijin automotive com

About the Teijin Group

T e i j i n i s a t e c h n o l o g y d r i v e n g l o b a l group offering advanced solutions in the fields of environmental value; safe ty, security and disaster mitigation; and d e m o g r a p h i c c h a n g e a n d i n c r e a s e d health consciousness. Originally estab lished as Japan’s first rayon manufactur er in 1918, Teijin has evolved into a unique enterprise encompassing three c o r e b u s i n e s s d o m a i n s : h i g h p e r f o r mance materials including aramid, car bon fibers and composites, and also resin and plastic processing, films, poly

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“Human Chemistry, Human Solutions,” Teijin aims to be a company that sup ports the society of the future. The group comprises some 170 companies a n d e m p l o y s s o m e 2 0 , 0 0 0 p e o p l e across 20 countries worldwide Teijin posted consolidated sales of JPY 926 1 billion (USD 7 2 billion) and total assets of JPY 1,207 6 billion (USD 9 4 billion) in the fiscal year that ended on March 31, 2022

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smart mirrors and multicamera systems to provide improved user convenience and safety, are offering a favorable mar ket outlook.

These systems are integrated with the existing infotainment screens and use ultrasonic waves that work effec tively in adverse weather conditions Moreover, the implementation of strin gent government policies to encourage road and passenger safety is expected to drive the market

Competitive Landscape

The competitive landscape of the mar ket has been analyzed in the report, along with the detailed profiles of the major players operating in the industry Some of these players are Autoliv Inc , Continental Aktiengesellschaft, Delphi Technologies Plc, DENSO Corporation, F i c o s a I n t e r n a t i o n a l S A ( P a n a s o n i c Corporation), Magna International Inc , Mando Corporation, Preco Electronics I n c . ( S e n s a t a T e c h n o l o g i e s ) , R o b e r t Bosch GmbH, Smart Microwave Sensors G m

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Key Questions Answered in This Report

• How has the global automotive blind s p o t d e t e c t i o n s y s t e m m a r k e t p e r formed so far and how will it perform in the coming years?

• What has been the impact of COVID 19 on the global automotive blind spot detection system market?

• What are the key regional markets?

• What is the breakup of the market based on the vehicle type?

• What is the breakup of the market based on the technology?

• What is the breakup of the market based on the end user?

• What are the various stages in the value chain of the industry?

• What are the key driving factors and challenges in the industry?

• What is the structure of the global automotive blind spot detection sys tem market and who are the key play ers?

• What is the degree of competition in the industry?

For more information about this report, v i s i t w w w . r e s e a r c h a n d m a r k e t s . c o m / r/tfu82n.

Mile Marker Industries, Inc. Announces Brand Representation by Automotive Television Personality Courtney Hansen

Mile Marker Industries, Inc , a Pompano Beach, FL headquartered manufacturer of high quality hubs, winches, recovery gear and automotive aftermarket acces sories, defense/government/public sec tor industry products announced its partnership with well known automo t i v e t e l e v i s i o n p e r s o n a l i t y C o u r t n e y H a n s e n . H a n s e n i s a w e l l k n o w n car/truck/aftermarket industry person a l i t y a n d e n t h u s i a s t w h o r e c e n t l y launched an all new MotorTrend series RIDE OF YOUR LIFE WITH COURTNEY H A N S E N w h i c h p r e m i e r e d o n Wednesday, September 7, exclu sively on MotorTrend+ In R O Y L (Ride Of Your Life) Courtney is serving as Executive Producer a n d i n t h i s t w e l v e e p i s o d e series, she’ll be busy on both sides of the camera

T h e L e a d i n g L a d y o f Automotive TV, Courtney first attained popularity and a devoted worldwide following as the spunky, lovable co host of TLC’s hit car makeover show “Overhaulin’,” where she also got her hands dirty helping teams led by auto design legend Chip Foose transform a viewer’s scrappy ride into an ultimate show car in just one week The show garnered a devoted worldwide follow ing that remains strong to this day D u r i n g h e r t i m e o n O v e r h a u l i n ’ Courtney also co hosted the specials “Rides: Biggest Spenders” and “Million Dollar Motors” for TLC

Courtney Hansen grew up a pit kid a s h e r f a m i l y o n c e o w n e d B r a i n e r d I n t e r n a t i o n a l R a c e w a y , n o r t h o f H a n s e n ’ s h o m e t o w n o f O r o n o , Minnesota Her father, Jerry Hansen is the winningest driver in SCCA history

with an astounding 27 national titles

After several seasons of Overhaulin’ Hansen went on to host 10 seasons of Powerblock/PowerNation for Spike TV, and in later years for NBC Sports and CBS Sports, a two hour block of four popular automotive shows. Each week she showed off million dollar rides, rare c l a s s i c s a n d t r i c k e d v e h i c l e s a n d brought her enthusiasm and knowl edge to interviews with famous collec t o r s , r a c e c a r d r i v e r s a n d c e l e b r i t y guests including Jay Leno

have earned her the role of spokes woman for major corporations like the F o r t u n e 5 0 0 c o m p a n y 3 M a n d Chevrolet Courtney has appeared in numerous television commercials and has been interviewed about her knowl edge and experience on many prime time shows, including The Tyra Banks Show and Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson.

In addition to her work in televi s i o n , C o u r t n e y i s a n a c c o m p l i s h e d a u t h o r : h e r b o o k , T h e G a r a g e G i r l s Guide to Everything You Need to Know About Your Car was published in 2005 and targets women and first time car owners She also writes a bi weekly syn d i c a t e d n e w s p a p e r c o l u m n f o u n d throughout the US and Canada titled “Courtney Hansen: Full Throttle,” and formerly penned the “Garage Girl” column for FHM Magazine. Also, in 2005, Courtney was honored as the r e c i p i e n t o f F o r d ’ s “ L i f e i n D r i v e ” Award

established passion for outdoors, on and off road racing, customizing cars and trucks, and Courtney is no stranger to upgrading vehicles with an enthusi ast’s eye

“We’ll be formally launching our partnership with Courtney, who will be with us during our exhibition at SEMA in Las Vegas November 1 4, 2022, and having her help us tell the story of Mile M a r k e r , a n d h e l p i n g u s c o n t i n u e t o grow our brand as we launch some exciting new products at SEMA and into 2023 ”

Mile Marker recently launched the RHINO Pull 1000, a portable 1000 lb winch which received accolades and an award at SEMA in 2021

T h e H o m a k M a n u f a c t u r i n g 4 4 " R S P R O 9 D r a w e r P o w e r S e r v i c e C a r t f e a t u r e s a n e w 2 4 i n c h d e e p e l e c t r i c p o w e r e d t o o l d r a w e r w i t h s l o t t e d s l i d e s . T h i s w a s d e s i g n e d w i t h e f f i c i e n c y i n m i n d t o a l l o w y o u t o s t o r e a n d o r g a n i z e y o u r p o w e r t o o l s , a l l w h i l e t h e y c h a r g e i n o n e p l a c e T h e t o p t i l l i n c l u d e s a l o c k a b l e s e c u r i t y c o m p a r t m e n t w i t h a n additional electrical out let to store laptops, phones or other valuables or electronics frequently used around the garage It is constructed from 18 gauge steel and contains a d u r a b l e s t a i n l e s s s t e e l w o r k s p a c e ; because why shouldn’t your tools work as hard as you do?

T h e h e a v y d u t y r u b b e r c o a t e d steel push handle allows for a firm grip while maneuvering easily around the shop The service cart is equipped with lift latch drawer pulls to prevent draw

Hansen has worked with NASCAR, interviewing top Cup drivers, reporting from the track and pits and discussing the latest in automotive technology She brought her knowledge and pas sion for cars to the role as host of the V e l o c i t y C h a n n e l s e r i e s , “ V i n s e t t a Garage,” interviewing celebrities and i m m e r s i n g h e r s e l f i n c a r c u l t u r e throughout the US She hosted “Total O u t d o o r s m a n C h a l l e n g e ” f o r V e r s u s Network, was a key player in Spike TV’s live award show “Auto Rox,” and she h o s t e d S p i k e T V ’ s s p e c i a l , “ G r e a t B u i l d s ” C o u r t n e y h o s t e d t h e p r e s t i g i o u s B a r r e t t J a c k s o n A u c t i o n ’ s p r e a n d p o s t a u c t i o n s h o w s f o r s e v e r a l years for Cox Communications. She fre quently hosts satellite media tours for companies like Toyo Tires and Auto Trader Her popularity and credibility

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e r s f r o m a c c i d e n t a l l y o p e n i n g w h i l e transporting Each of the nine drawers can hold 100 pounds, so load them up! They are also fully extendable and are lined with PVC foam for both conven ience and safety of the owner and the tools themselves The service cart is pol ished with a high gloss UV protective powder coat finish to prevent fading and rusting, so it will always have that new look (even after all the projects you put your cart through)

If something happens to go wrong, don’t worry! It’s covered by a Homak Exclusive Limited 5 Year Warranty. Whether the 44" RS PRO 9 Drawer Service Cart is used in your garage at home, at an industrial plant or somewhere in between, it will definitely exceed your tool storage needs and expectations

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Courtney is thrilled to be repre senting the Mile Marker brand: “I’m excited to be part of the Mile Marker family,” said Courtney “I love work ing with smaller, nimble, high quality manufacturers of aftermarket and OEM accessories. For nearly four decades, Mile Marker has been known for its robust hubs, winches for trucks, SUV’s, ATV’s, UTV’s, and even marine applica t i o n s , a n d i n a d d i t i o n t o B 2 B a n d DTC/B2C markets, has been producing high quality products for the United S t a t e s D e p a r t m e n t o f D e f e n s e f o r years, and its rugged winches can be f o u n d o n t h e A r m y ’ s A M G e n e r a l HUMVEE and General Dynamics FLYER military vehicles but most of all I love Mile Marker’s tradition of going the extra mile for customers who rely on their products ”

Mile Marker CEO Paul Fioravanti said, “The Mile Marker team is thrilled to h a v e C o u r t n e y r e p r e s e n t o u r b r a n d Courtney and her family have a long

d e s i g n i n g h i g h q u a l i t y t o o l s t o r a g e f o r a v a r i e t y o f i n d u s t r i e s : a u t o m o t i v e , i n d u s t r i a l a n d r e t a i l m a r k e t s T h e c o m p a n y h o n o r s i t s c o m m i t m e n t t o e n c o u r a g e a l i f e t i m e o f h a r d w o r k a n d d e d i c a t i o n b y p r o v i d i n g o u t s t a n d i n g p r o d u c t s , a l l a t a n a f f o r d a b l e p r i c e B e c a u s e o f i t s c o m m i t m e n t , p r o f e s s i o n a l t r a d e i n d u s t r i e s a n d D I Y e n t h u s i a s t s a l i k e r e c o g n i z e H o m a k a s a g l o b a l l e a d e r a n d t r u s t e d b r a n d i n t o o l s t o r a g e

Homak manufactures exten sive lines of tool storage: RS PRO, CTS, H2PRO, Big Dawg HXL PRO, PRO II and SE. It also provides small plastic storage organizers, hand carry tool boxes, garage storage, industrial steel workbenches and other professional service carts

For more information, visit booth #38039

Fioravanti added, “We’ve recently made significant investments into our facility and into manufacturing partner ships, R&D, and most importantly, get ting additional great people on our team to build on our track record of innovative, exciting and category lead ing products We are blessed to be able to count on Courtney’s vision to help us tell the story of our brand ”

About Mile Marker Industries, Inc. First established in 1984, Mile Marker Industries, Inc. is an ISO certified US based company with a rich history serv ing our heroes in the United States mil itary, commercial companies, and off road enthusiasts As pioneers in the recovery industry, Mile Marker designs, manufactures (in both the US and via global sourcing) and market the high est quality products including winches, hubs, and recovery gear, backed by a highly trained, professional, service ori e n t e d t e a m . M i l e M a r k e r c a n b e found at www milemarker com and its military products site at www military milemarker com

More About Courtney Hansen R e a d C o u r t n e y H a n s e n ’ s b i o a t www courtneyhansen com/career

Performance Chemicals from Berryman

A n i n t e r v i e w w i t h B e a u B l a n k e n s h i p , Marketing Director, Berryman Products

ADN: Tell our readers about Berryman and what you’re bringing to AAPEX this year

BB: Berryman is one of the oldest per formance chemical companies in the country, with over 104 years of auto motive aftermarket experience We are all family owned and operated and we still produce all our chemicals right here in Texas This year at AAPEX we a r e s h o w c a s i n g s e v e r a l n e w a n d r e d e s i g n e d p r o d u c t s W e h a v e t w o p r o d u c t s i n t h e N e w P r o d u c t Showcase our Tite Grip Belt Dressing and B 33 Engine Degreaser and we are looking to win our fourth Best New Packaging Award in five years We are s o e x c i t e d t o b e b a c k t o i n p e r s o n

shows AAPEX is a huge show for us, and we have missed the thrill of being in Las Vegas with the rest of the auto motive industry This will be our 56th consecutive year showcasing here in Las Vegas

ADN: Berryman has been around for over 100 years. What do you think has led to that success?

BB: Yes, 104 years To me, the success of our company and our brand has always been about our customers and fans It’s funny, I run into people all the time that tell me, “I have been using Berryman since I was a kid It was always in the garage and my father used it.” I love h e a r i n g t h o s e s t o r i e s b e c a u s e i t reminds me of my father and grandfa ther I think that is what has led to our s u c c e s s : w o r d o f m o u t h a d v e r t i s i n g

Granted, we have a r e p u t a t i o n a s being one of the h i g h e s t q u a l i t y b r a n d s a r o u n d I think the unique h i s t o r y w e h a v e coupled with our unrelenting focus on providing the highest quality chemicals available has kept us in business.

ADN: Tell our readers about Berryman’s history and how your family is involved

BB: In 1918, Waldo Berryman traded his prize winning stud horse for a tire sealing formula Mr Berryman added to that formula and patented the new Tire Sealex He took his family and that formula around the country, selling it on the street. When he found a hot spot, he would set up at a motel, mix the formula in the bathtub, hand press a label with his face on it as a guaran tee and hit the streets again in the

m o r n i n g . M y f a m i l y g o t involved in 1970, a t t h e t i m e M r B e r r y m a n w a s w e l l p a s t r e t i r e ment and his son had no interest in the business His friend, my grandfather, was already in the automotive industry selling Buicks and Cadillacs down in Miami. They got together and long story short, we pur chased the business My grandfather put his parents and his kids to work to help rebuild the brand to what it is t o d a y I h a v e b e e n w o r k i n g a t Berryman for years now and have done everything from building pallets and blending chemicals to now being able to tell our story to the world.

For more information, visit AAPEX booth #A4209, go to www berrymanproducts c o m , c a l l 8 1 7 6 4 0 2 3 7 6 o r e m a i l bblankenship@berrymanproducts com

Hearing Is Personal: How Lucid Technology Adapts to Your Ears

Covercraft: Protecting The Things That Move You

Covercraft understands that it’s not just a car, it’s tradition, passed from genera tion to generation It’s not just a boat, its summers filled with fishing and laugh ing kids It’s not just a seat cover, it’s a way to make sure no one gets left at home.

T h a t ’ s w h y , f o r m o r e t h a n 5 0 y e a r s , C o v e r c r a f t h a s d e d i c a t e d i t s e l f t o P r o t e c t i n g T h e T h i n g s T h a t M o v e Y o u ™ T h a t ’ s w h y C o v e r c r a f t i s d e d i c a t e d t o q u a l i t y T h e c o m p a n y ’ s p r o d u c t s a r e c a r e f u l l y c r e a t e d b y s k i l l e d c r a f t s m e n a n d w o m e n i n i t s o w n h i g h t e c h p l a n t s C o v e r c r a f t u s e s m a t e r i a l s s p e c i a l l y d e s i g n e d t o d o p r e c i s e l y t h e j o b y o u n e e d t h e m t o d o . T h a t ’ s w h y i t ’ s f a n a t i c a l a b o u t f i t . C o v e r c r a f t k n o w s t h a t f o r i t s p r o d u c t s t o t r u l y p e r f o r m , y o u n e e d t h e m t o f i t p r e c i s e l y I n f a c t , C o v e r c r a f t h a s t h e l a r g e s t l i b r a r y o f a u t o p a t t e r n s i n t h e w o r l d ,

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Tuff Tanks to provide A 1 Rapid Lube with stackable poly tanks to store and dispense the shop’s bulk fluids In less floor space than three 55 gallon drums, he was able to assemble a stackable sys tem, using three 120 gallon tanks on a gravity fed dispensing stand “I now have 360 gallons of storage, which only takes up a 3 foot by 3 foot spot on my f l o o r , ” J o h n e x p l a i n e d w i t h a g r i n “That’s as good as money in my pocket!”

Rhino Tuff Tanks are made from semi transparent, high density polyeth ylene and are available in six sizes: 45 gallon, 80 gallon, 120 gallon, 180 gallon,

b e c a u s e i t n e e d s t o h a v e e x a c t l y t h e r i g h t p a t t e r n f o r y o u I t ’ s a l s o w h y C o v e r c r a f t i s n e v e r s a t i s f i e d , a n d a l w a y s i n n o v a t i n g T h e r e a r e n e w m a t e r i a l s a n d n e w i d e a s b e i n g i n v e n t e d e v e r y d a y . C o v e r c r a f t i s c o n s t a n t l y t r y i n g n e w t h i n g s t o e n s u r e i t a l w a y s h a s t h e b e s t f o r y o u . I t a l l a d d s u p t o q u a l i t y , t h e b e s t i n t h e i n d u s t r y B u t i t ’ s n o t j u s t a b o u t q u a l i t y C o v e r c r a f t u n d e r s t a n d s t h a t t h e t h i n g s i t h e l p s y o u p r o t e c t a r e t h e t h i n g s t h a t h e l p y o u p u r s u e y o u r p a s s i o n s C o v e r c r a f t ’ s p a s s i o n i s f o r f i n d i n g t h e b e s t w a y s f o r y o u t o f o c u s o n y o u r s , w i t h o u t w o r r y i n g a b o u t a n y t h i n g e l s e Covercraft. Protecting The Things That Move You.

For more information, visit booth #23243, e m a i l s a l e s @ c o v e r c r a f t c o m , o r c a l l 800 426 8377

225 gallon and 310 gallon capacities

Not only are they incredibly sturdy, they’re clean, simple and efficient. John’s drum nightmares are gone for good.

“Handling those 55 gallon drums was no picnic Round drums don’t fit e f f e c t i v e l y i n r e c t a n g u l a r r o o m s

Moving them has always been a hassle

Without proper training, pouring them can be messy, even downright danger ous,” John continued “In addition, I never know when I was going to run out of product. Inevitably despite my best planning, I would run out at the least convenient time and have to make an emergency call to my oil supplier to arrange a special stop for me outside of

The standard for today’s hearing aids and amplifiers is a technology called W i d e D y n a m i c R a n g e C o m p r e s s i o n (WDRC) WDRC logically amplifies softer sounds more than louder sounds, in an effort to balance what the user hears It gives the most amplification to soft sounds, less to average sounds and even less to loud sounds Ears that are e x p e r i e n c i n g h e a r i n g l o s s h a v e a decreased range of what they can hear a n d W D R C a t t e m p t s t o g e n e r i c a l l y boost the range of soft sounds

L u c i d i d e n t i f i e d t h e n e e d f o r a more nuanced approach that highlights a n d d i f f e r e n t i a t e s a w i d e r r a n g e o f sounds, while optimizing comfort and natural sound. Its innovative technolo gy focuses on an adaptive dynamic range optimization approach Where W D R C b o o s t s s o f t n o i s e s t h e m o s t , Lucid technology gives the same ampli f i c a t i o n t o s o f t , a v e r a g e a n d l o u d sounds It focuses on the average loud n e s s o f c o n v e r s a t i o n a l s p e e c h a n d places this information within the lis tener’s dynamic range So, rather than

my normal delivery schedule Those trips cost the distributor money and in turn drove up my oil prices.”

Operational efficiency is the key to choosing Rhino Tuff Tanks, he said “It’s changing the way I do business I’m a l w a y s o n t h e l o o k o u t f o r w a y s t o i n c r e a s e e f f i c i e n c y w i t h o u t a d d i n g overhead ”

“Rhino Tuff Tanks represents the next generation of fluid management,” c o m m e n t e d J a s o n R a m e r t , N a t i o n a l Sales Manager, Rhino Tuff Tanks. “This design is superior to anything else in the market not just in strength and durability, but diversity as well Because of the common footprint among sizes,

compress every sound to fit within the d y n a m i c r a n g e , L u c i d t e c h n o l o g y adapts the sounds to fit naturally within the listener’s range

Lucid Technology creates a person al hearing ecosystem that each person can use to create their own preferred l i s t e n i n g e x p e r i e n c e . T h e n e w LucidShape™ technology feature allows for comprehensive real time personal i z a t i o n a n d t h e a b i l i t y t o m a n a g e acoustics across any listening environ ment The app builds on the current four hearing aid preset programs and allows individual personalization that is very specific

As the trend to personalization con tinues to improve through technology, in this ever evolving world, one thing remains constant: the demand for a dis creet, comfortable hearing enhancement solution that can quickly adapt to per sonal preferences in real time This level of comfort and personalization would not be possible without the continued advances of the proprietary Powered by Lucid® technology ecosystem

any combination of our tanks stacks together without conversion brackets We are also able to accommodate dis pensing via simple gravity feed, or air operated pumps/reels Eliminating spe cialty components frees up valuable working capital and warehouse space for us and our customers ”

A s f o r A 1 R a p i d L u b e , c u t t i n g down the cost of doing business is the name of the game In doing so, it is also able to keep prices to its customers in check. In this extremely price sensitive market, every penny helps.

For more information, visit booth #10382 or go to www rhinotufftanks com

CUB (Cont’d. from p. 1)

now moving onto their second RV pur chases, they have some experience, but don’t always have tons of miles under their belt Those who have moved from their entry RV to now bigger and heav ier units have learned how much more difficult it is to maneuver them safely. But what does it mean and how to mon etize this trend while being socially responsible to provide the performance and quality that is expected? Where are suppliers leaving money on the table where there is low hanging fruit? We’ll

WeatherTech (Cont’d from p 1)

Every day, WeatherTech strives to solve consumer problems by creating solutions that meet their needs right here in the USA WeatherTech works hard to exceed expectations in everything it does and deliver a premium experience that puts its products in customer hands quickly and effortlessly with 100% avail ability, either direct or through one of its valuable wholesale partners, with no delays or supply chain issues.

WeatherTech challenges the status

Florida Pneumatic (Cont’d from p 1)

Last year, through investments in i n n o v a t i o n , e n g i n e e r i n g , t e c h n o l o g y a n d n e w m a n u f a c t u r i n g p r o c e s s e s , Florida Pneumatic developed a new and patented impact wrench hammer mechanism and motor design This new series of impact wrenches known as VIBROTHERM DRIVE™ is protected by four U S and global patents as well as the new VIBROTHERM DRIVE registered trademark Couple this with the new t r i p l e i n j e c t i o n , t h r e e c o l o r m o l d i n g process, it has allowed the company to deliver a line of tools that offer state of the art external designs, styling and performance

T h e A I R C A T l i n e r e p r e s e n t s t h e

explore this with CUB, a manufacturer that designs and manufactures radar based safety equipment

Having been in business for over 40 years, CUB is a Taiwan based company established in 1979 and has now grown to have a global footprint

“CUB is invested in proving the best in electromechanical parts, tire pressure m o n i t o r i n g s y s t e m ( T P M S ) s o l u t i o n s and radar (ADAS) products,” states Alice Wang, sales manager New from CUB include a plethora of solutions for recre ational vehicles This channel boasts huge potential due to their healthy new

quo. When the company introduced its iconic FloorLiner, it reinvigorated an industry and changed how people look at car mats WeatherTech transformed what was once a low involvement, low interest category

With new vehicle makes and models rolling off factory floors every day, it takes a special kind of company to keep up WeatherTech owns its process from start to finish, which gives it a strategic advan tage. Where others lack the operational agility to meet demand, WeatherTech has always been as nimble and adaptable

m o s t s i g n i f i c a n t a d v a n c e s i n t h e p e r f o r m a n c e o f p n e u m a t i c t o o l s T h e A I R C A T t o o l l i n e h a s s u b s t a n t i a l l y r e d u c e d n o i s e l e v e l s w h i l e r e t a i n i n g m o r e p o w e r a n d t o r q u e . A I R C A T a l s o i n c o r p o r a t e s a p a t e n t e d , e r g o n o m i c a l l y e n g i n e e r e d h a n d l e d e s i g n t o r e l i e v e s t r e s s a n d f a t i g u e T h e m a j o r i t y o f t h e A I R C A T l i n e f e a t u r e s a p a t e n t e d t u n e d e x h a u s t m u f f l e r t h a t a l l o w s d i s c h a r g e d a i r t o p a s s w i t h o u t d e v e l o p i n g b a c k p r e s s u r e , t h u s r e t a i n i n g m o r e p o w e r , w h i l e s i g n i f i c a n t l y r e d u c i n g n o i s e

A I R C A T ’ s c o m m i t m e n t t o p r o d u c t i n n o v a t i o n , q u a l i t y , s e r v i c e a n d c o n t i n u e d d e v e l o p m e n t i n t h e A I R C A T , N I T R O C A T a n d V I B R O T H E R M D R I V E b r a n d s a r e w h a t m a k e s A I R C A T a m a r

production and long life cycles. In 2021, production skyrocketed to over 600k units, which means that at least 1 in 29 households could own an RV today

One of the focuses of CUB for 2022 is the introduction of blind spot infor mation systems for travel trailers and fifth wheels that is more cost effective and easier to install CUB has released a new product called the CHIMR, short for Center High Mounted Radar. This means that it only requires one radar to be mounted at the rear of the RV and the indicators are installed at the front of the trailer The driver will receive informa

as the market, and consumers, require. It sets the company apart.

W e a t h e r T e c h i n v e s t s h e a v i l y i n w o r l d c l a s s p r o d u c t e n g i n e e r i n g , i n house mold development and vehicle scanning and rapid prototyping plat forms Nearly all of its products are manufactured in WeatherTech’s facili ties in Bolingbrook, IL, fueled by unpar alleled CNC and injection mold capabil ities that translate to superior product design and part coverage. These allow WeatherTech to deliver custom fitting, p r e c i s i o n p r o d u c t s f o r t h o u s a n d s o f

k e t l e a d e r i n t h e p n e u m a t i c t o o l i n d u s t r y

Market Leader in Innovation and New Product Development I n c l u d e s : R e v e r s i b l e d i e g r i n d e r s , reversible cut off tool, reciprocating air saw, composite tire buffers, long reach extended ratchets, indexable ratchet and cut off tool

Patented Technology

I n c l u d e s : Q u i e t E x h a u s t T e c h n o l o g y , VIBROTHERM DRIVE tools with the first new patented impact hammer mecha nism in more than 30 years, patented oil free, double sealed motor featured in the AIRCAT sanders, patented gun style impact grips and patented spindle

tion about vehicles in their blind spot when they look in their exterior side mir rors and see the indicators lit in the reflection The benefit to this system is not only the lower price and value, but that it requires no installation on the tow vehicle This means that the trailer is always equipped and ready to assist the driver regardless of which vehicle it is towed with. This is another industry first innovation from CUB for the RV market.

For more information, visit booths #11309 and #43099, go to www cubautoparts com or email sales@cubelec com tw

applications.

To learn more about bestselling and new products at WeatherTech, and how you can make as much as $100,000 incremental net profit annually by car rying WeatherTech’s brand at your loca t i o n , s t o p b y b o o t h # 5 5 0 7 7 W e a t h e r T e c h ’ s e x p e r i e n c e d a n d accommodating representatives look forward to speaking with you about partnership opportunities.

For more information, visit booth #55077 or go to www weathertechwholesale com

locks on grinders

Market Leading Performance and Durability

Includes: Exceptional warranties with two years on AIRCAT and NITROCAT and three years on VIBROTHERM DRIVE tools

Visit booth #37107, where AIRCAT is debuting the latest innovative additions to the AIRCAT line up including the 1125 ½” Impact Wrench which features technology that sets a new standard for l o w e r w e i g h t , h i g h e r p o w e r , a n d reduced size in the ½” impact category.

For more information, visit booth #37107 or go to www aircat com

AMGO Hydraulic (Cont’d from p 1) tray and caster kits

Features

• 7,000 pounds lifting capacity

• AMGO exclusive hidden safety locks

SATAminijet (Cont’d from p 1)

fields of application, and the special SR nozzles are perfectly suitable for spot repairs on vehicles

The Right Nozzle Technology

The SATAminijet 4400 B is available in both HVLP and RP technology While the SATA HVLP technology ensures par ticularly high transfer efficiencies, the optimized high pressure RP technology helps the painter achieve maximum application speed With their transfer efficiency rates exceeding 65%, both versions fully comply with existing VOC r e g u l a t i o n s T h e g u n s a r e b e i n g employed in craft and industry whenev er small surfaces, or areas which are dif

and manual single point lock release

• D o u b l e S s h a p e d c o l u m n s f o r increased strength

• Non slip platform

• Optional parts: plastic drip trays, jack

ficult to access, need to be coated For all types of smart repair applications, there is now the choice between the proven SR nozzle sets relying on the HVLP technology and SR nozzle sets based on the RP technology Both HVLP SR and RP SR are characterized by their large spray patterns with a s t r e t c h e d , d r y c o r e w h i c h p r e v e n t “halos” as well as striping with relative ease coating flaws which are often seen, especially with silver shades.

T h e g u n i n l e t p r e s s u r e o f t h e S A T A m i n i j e t 4 4 0 0 B r a n g e s b e t w e e n 7 a n d 2 9 p s i ( H V L P ) o r 7 a n d 3 6 p s i ( R P ) , d e p e n d i n g o n t h e n e e d e d a p p l i c a t i o n F o r t h e d i g i t a l m e a s u r e m e n t a n d p r e c i s e a d j u s t m e n t o f t h e i n l e t p r e s s u r e , t h e r e g u l a r a i r m i c r o m e t e r c a n b e

• Flexible design: power side column can be installed at any corner

• Five year warranty on steel components, three year warranty on hydraulic parts and

r e p l a c e d w i t h t h e S A T A a d a m 2 m i n i w h i c h i s a v a i l a b l e a s a n a c c e s s o r y i t e m .

Ergonomics

T h e S A T A m i n i j e t 4 4 0 0 B g u n b o d y design features a gun handle profile where your hand fits around the gun like a glove All control elements can be e a s i l y o p e r a t e d e v e n w h e n w e a r i n g protective gloves, while the round/flat fan control allows the you to adjust the spray pattern rapidly and precisely with just a 3/4 turn.

The quick change connection for the QCC (Quick Cup Connector) gravity flow cup not only ensures rapid color changes, but it’s also possible to use all three RPS cup sizes without the need

two years on electrical components

For more information, visit booth #37181, go to www.amgohyd.com, call 803.505.6410 or email amgo@amgohyd.com.

for an adapter

Great for UV

The SATAminijet 4400 B is a fantastic option when it comes to spraying UV primer The benefits that come from spraying not only primer, but UV prod ucts through the minijet is profound Check with your paint manufacturer f o r s p e c i f i c r e c o m m e n d a t i o n s T h e most common setups range from 0 8 SR up to the 1.2 SR nozzle size, with the SATA® RPS UV black version cups for a combination sure to increase your pro ductivity

For more information, visit booth #31017, g o t o w w w s a t a u s a c o m o r c a l l 800 533 8016