New Officers, Board for ETI
Equipment and Tool Institute has set its officers and board of directors for 2010-11. Taking office on May 1 were President Mike Cable of Hickok, Vice President of Programs Alan Tecmire of ETAS, Vice President of Marketing Dan Brass of Bright Solutions, Secretary/Treasurer Ben Johnson of Alldata, and Immediate Past President Dave Schaar of SPX
Bartec Offers Free TPMS Training Clinics – Online!
Wheelrite customers can now log in and sign up for scheduled webinars on various TPMS topics. Clinics are now being scheduled for basic TPMS, Sensor Service, Diagnostics, Re-learn procedures and Tools.
Snap-on Industrial Takes Lead Role in New Public/Private Training Partnership Initiative at North Dakota State College of Science
Public/private training partnership is alive and well, and working hard in North Dakota. The state’s Governor, John Hoeven, recently presented a $265,000 Workforce Enhancement Grant to the North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) in Wahpeton to support the school’s industry partnership to train new and existing workers in the automotive repair and maintenance sector.
SPX Acquires Torque Tension Systems Ltd
Leading supplier of hydraulic torque wrench and tensioner tools expands SPX product offerings for global rnergy infrastructure markets.
Leak Detection Tools & Equipment
Having the right tools to help you find leaks can save time and effort, and reduce the risk of comebacks. This special section features some common types of leaks and what kind of equipment you can use to find them, as well as a Leak Detection Product Showcase.
Equus Debuts Redesigned Website
Equus Products, Inc. announced the debut of its redesigned website featuring new content, products and navigation. A culmination of many hard months of work, the site is designed to provide Equus’ diversified customer base with the latest product information, video content and downloads at the click of a mouse. The website is now located at
Catalytic Converter Tech Feature: Diagnosing P0420 or P0430 DTCs
Although modern OBD II technology has simplified catalytic converter diagnostics, it’s still important to understand the basics of catalytic converter operation when dealing with a P0420 or P0430 DTC. Gary Goms explores the basics of catalytic converter chemistry and summarizes how common converter failures can be diagnosed.
Brake Service Tools & Equipment
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Snap-on’s New Software Bundle 9.4 Includes CKP Relearn Capability for 1998-2009 GM Vehicles
With Snap-on’s latest software upgrade, Bundle 9.4, professional technicians have the ability to reset the CKP when the crankshaft position sensor and certain other GM engine components are replaced. This capability is now available for a great number of 1998-2009 GM vehicles.
IndustryWeek Magazine Names Snap-on Milwaukee Manufacturing Facility “Best Plant” Finalist
IndustryWeek magazine has chosen Snap-on’s Milwaukee hand tools manufacturing plant as one of the top 20 plants in North America. "We are honored that Industry Week has chosen Snap-on’s Milwaukee manufacturing facility as one of its ‘Best Plant’ finalists," said Nick Pinchuk, chairman, president and CEO for Snap-on Incorporated. "Since 2004, when Snap-on invested in