MAM Software Group Inc. : MAM Software enjoys successful AAPEX

11/15/2012| 01:39pm US/Eastern

MAM Software enjoys successful AAPEX MAM Software enjoys successful AAPEXMAM Software has enjoyed its most successful AAPEX show to date, with record numbers of visitors to its booth. Taking place each year in its traditional location at the Sands Expo Center, NV, AAPEX represents the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket, and was attended this year by over 128,000 industry professionals.
New prospects and existing customers alike spent the week exploring the functionality of MAM's innovative new solutions, as well as updates to existing software such as:

• Autopart - Latest generation point-of-sale, inventory and e-commerce solution
• WMS - Comprehensive warehouse management system with PDA/scanner
• EMI+ - Business intelligence tool for analysing company performance
• E-commerce - B2B and B2C online trading solutions
• Driversboard - Logistics management solution

"We were thrilled by the high levels of interest we experienced at AAPEX" said Brian Allibon, President of MAM Software Inc. "The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW) represents the most significant gathering of industry experts in the aftermarket calendar, and it is always refreshing to have a forum to meet with our customers and prospects face-to-face.

"Our success at AAPEX reflects the growing number of jobbers and WDs looking to modernize their business with a cutting-edge, Windows based management solution. At MAM we have enjoyed a very successful period of growth - over the past 18 months, 90% of the companies that evaluated Autopart selected it when changing systems. Following such a successful show, we fully expect that momentum to continue as we head into 2013."
For more information about MAM Software, and all of the products displayed at AAPEX, please visitwww.mamsoftware.com or call (303) 638-4737.

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Universal Lubricants’ ECO ULTRA® FlexPakTM Wins AAPEX 2012 New Packaging Award for Innovation

Universal Lubricants’ ECO ULTRA® FlexPak^TM 

Wins AAPEX 2012 New Packaging Award for Innovation

Durable, Flexible Pouch Easier to Use and Better for the Environment

                              

LAS VEGAS (November 1, 2012) Officials with the 2012 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) this week awarded Universal Lubricants®, the manufacturer and distributor of one the world’s most advanced motor oils, the 2012 New Packaging Award for Innovation for its ECO ULTRA® FlexPak™. The award was presented to Universal Lubricants during an AAPEX awards ceremony on Monday, October 29 in Las Vegas where the ECO ULTRA 1-quart FlexPak made its debut.

As the nation’s first retail motor oil packaged in a sustainable, flexible stand-up pouch, the ECO ULTRA FlexPak sets a new standard in U.S. motor oil packaging. Compared to conventional hard plastic bottles, the new durable, lightweight FlexPak is made with 25 percent less material, and offers consumers a faster, easier and cleaner way to change their oil. It also gives retailers and installers a unique opportunity to offer their customers a high-performance product in an environmentally responsible package.

“Packaging our high performance motor oil, manufactured with re-refined base oil, in flexible pouches is what we call eco-innovation,” said John Wesley, CEO of Universal Lubricants. “The FlexPak’s ease of use and environmental benefits make it good news for service centers, retailers and consumers. We’re thrilled that the AAPEX New Packaging Showcase has recognized this significant step forward in motor oil packaging.”

The 2012 New Packaging Showcase award winners reflect the highest standards in packaging design set by the Institute of Packaging Professionals. Ben Miyares, president of the Packaging Management Institute, judged this year’s entries on five criteria:

·  The package demonstrates an application of a “new idea” or a creative use of existing ideas.

·  It makes use of new design, material or technique.

·  The package successfully transfers packaging principles from other industries.

·  It reflects important new marketing strategies.

·  The package reflects new manufacturing advances.

ECO ULTRA Synthetic Blend Motor Oil is made from high-quality re-refined base stocks and blended with premium performance additives. It has been the choice of many installers, service centers and fleet companies across the country for more than three years.

The tough, three-layer ECO ULTRA FlexPak features a pour-spout that prevents the traditional glugs and bubbles from bottles that cause splatters and spills. The FlexPak has a polyethylene barrier that provides superior burst and seal strengths required for the rigors of oil. A larger, 5.1 quart FlexPak will be available next year.

ECO ULTRA currently is available for sale in 1-quart FlexPaks on Amazon.com and at selected installers and service centers throughout the U.S. For more information and to order, visit ecoultraoil.com or call 1.800.444.OILS.

Metal Rescue™ Receives a Sixth Award with 2012 AAPEX Product Showcase Award

Metal Rescue™ Receives a Sixth Award with 2012 AAPEX Product Showcase Award

Howell, MI – October 30, 2012 –  Metal Rescue™ Rust Remover Bath, a product from the Workshop Hero™ consumer division of Armor Protective Packaging, is the recipient of a 2012 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) Product Showcase award. Product Showcase Awards are announced by AAPEX at its trade show October 30 - November 1, 2012, in Las Vegas.  This award joins five SEMA Global Media Awards given to Metal Rescue™ in 2010
and 2011. 

AAPEX is the largest convention for the Automotive Aftermarket Industry representing the $395 billion global motor vehicle aftermarket. More than 115,000 professionals from around the globe attend, including wholesale distributors, retailers, service chains, jobbers and service professionals.

“With nearly 4,000 votes cast for products in 13 different categories of the AAPEX Product Showcase, we are so proud that Metal Rescue™ was chosen for its safety, ease of use and effectiveness,” said David Yancho, vice president of sales and marketing, Workshop Hero™.  “Winning the AAPEX award confirms the appeal of Metal Rescue™ to consumers as well as retailers.  AAPEX is the premier automotive aftermarket products trade event in the world and it’s an honor to be recognized by this organization and its membership.”

About Metal Rescue™

Metal Rescue™ Rust Remover Bath is a water-based, acid-free, non-hazardous rust-removing liquid for iron and steel.  It is biodegradable, environmentally friendly and safe on the majority of all paint, seals and coatings.  Metal Rescue™ is simple to use, just soak, check and rinse your metal parts.  Metal parts can be restored in 5 minutes up to 24 hours, depending on the amount of rust, type of metal, and temperature of the liquid.  Metal Rescue™ is “safe on everything except rust.”

About Workshop Hero™

Metal Rescue™ Rust Remover Bath is one of the cutting-edge products offered by the Workshop Hero™ line. Workshop Hero™ products are clean, safe, easy to use, and are designed to take the “work” out of your workshop.

For more information about the Workshop Hero™ line of products, visit the Workshop Hero™ website at www.workshophero.com, or contact Cheri Rugh at crugh@workshophero.com or (800) 365-1117, ext. 238.              

Delphi Automotive PLC : Delphi Product & Service Solutions Announces Second Annual Dream Shop Winner at AAPEX 2012

Delphi Automotive PLC : Delphi Product & Service Solutions Announces Second Annual Dream Shop Winner at AAPEX 2012

Las Vegas - Delphi Product & Service Solutions (DPSS) announced the winner of its second annual "Win the Delphi Dream Shop" sweepstakes giveaway today at the company's Automotive Aftermarket Parts Expo (AAPEX) press conference.

The winner, Ryan Mullin of Ouispamsis, New Brunswick, Canada, a technician from Ultimate Auto in Ouispamsis, will receive Delphi parts, tools, equipment and training to help him open his own shop or upgrade his current shop to a Delphi Dream Shop. The prize is part of Delphi's Destination: Victory Lane promotion, delphi.com/victorylane. Due the continued excitement surrounding the "Win the Delphi Dream Shop" giveaway, the promotion will run again starting in February 2013.

"I keep pinching myself," said Ryan Mullin, automotive technician, Ultimate Auto.

"I can't believe I won. Winning this will provide me an opportunity to grow as a technician. I now have the right tools, equipment and training, everything I need compliments of Delphi."

Ryan was flown to Las Vegas for the October 30, 2012 announcement, compliments of Delphi, receiving three days and two nights at the Venetian. The sweepstakes drawing took place on October 15, 2012.

The Delphi Dream Shop giveaway includes equipment needed to service today's vehicle electronics reality. Included in the prize package are a high-performance laptop with shop management software, A/C recovery machine, Delphi diagnostic scan tool, diagnostics software, OBDII/CAN hand-held reader and fuel system tester. Other items include a lift to 11,000 pound capacity, transmission jack, compressor and air tools, two-ton service jack, engine lift, tire changer and balancer, battery charger and tester, and brake lathe.

Delphi will also provide comprehensive training, as well as its Auto IQ Service Solution for further online diagnostic support and parts from its fuel, engine management, heating and cooling, and diesel product portfolio.

In addition to the Dream Shop grand prize, technicians that signed up at Victory Lane promotion,delphi.com/victorylane have had the chance to win monthly, weekly and instant prizes including 42" HD TVs, fender covers, technician gloves, BassPro gift cards, Delphi merchandise and more. This will continue through the end of 2012.

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FRAS-LE Promotions Announced at AAPEX

LAS VEGAS (Oct. 30, 2012) — Friction materials maker Fras-le North America Inc. announced the promotion of Kevin Judge and Steffanie Savine at the opening of the 2012 Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX).

Mr. Judge, formerly light vehicle aftermarket sales manager, is now sales manager, national accounts, and Ms. Savine, who had been marketing and sales coordinator, was promoted to marketing and communications manager. Both are based out of the company's North American headquarters in Northville, Mich.

"Kevin and Steffanie are essential components of our North American sales and marketing team. Both played integral roles in the implementation of our Work Truck & Fleet program," said Rodrigo Meirelles, vice president and general manager for Fras-le's North American and European operations. "These new roles for Kevin and Steffanie will help Fras-le better serve its customer base by allowing them to be the bridge between knowing the market's demands and guiding Fras-le's response."

According to Fras-le, Mr. Judge is responsible for driving growth of aftermarket disc brake pad sales to large national accounts. He has been with the company for a little over a year and has more than 20 years' experience in the brake segment of the automotive aftermarket. He holds a bachelor of business administration degre from Northwood University in Midland, Mich., as well as a certificate from the University of Michigan's executive business program.

Ms. Savine is responsible for creating and executing marketing strategies in the North American light and commercial vehicle aftermarkets, Fras-le said, as well as providing the company with critical market intelligence. She holds a bachelor of fine arts in public relations from Wayne State University in Detroit, as well as an associate of liberal arts degree, and has nearly 10 years' experience in the light and commercial vehicle aftermarkets with Fras-le North Amerca.

Federal-Mogul to Introduce Interactive Local Market Technician Support Platform During AAPEX

Tue Oct 30, 2012 8:00am EDT

ASE-Certified Specialists, Sophisticated New Product and Technical Support VehiclesTo Be Deployed Across North America

Southfield, Michigan, October 30, 2012.Federal-Mogul (NASDAQ: FDML) will unveil an extensive new in-market product, brand and technical support platform for vehicle service providers during this week's Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) in Las Vegas. The new platform features a team of ASE-certified specialists and sophisticated technical support vehicles that will be deployed throughout North America with the capability to reach thousands of service professionals each year.

The platform will be featured in Federal-Mogul's exhibit (No. 3217) on the main floor of the AAPEX Show at the Sands Expo and Convention Center.

"Automotive service professionals face new diagnostic, repair and customer service challenges every day. We believe it's our responsibility as a leading manufacturer to offer a comprehensive two-way communication platform that provides valuable daily support of these professionals on a one-to-one basis," said Jay Burkhart,  senior vice president, global markets, Vehicle Component Solutions, Federal-Mogul. "This platform will serve as hands-on, in-market interface with the thousands of professionals who specify and install our products on the job."

The interactive local market platform is the latest in a series of investments by Federal-Mogul in new programs and tools designed to help service dealers and other customers leverage the value of the company's industry leading technologies. Federal-Mogul also offers a real-time electronic information system, www.fme360.com, that enables service professionals to access the latest news regarding the company's products and programs as well as an extensive virtual library of technical resources and other business-critical tools. The fleet of vans complements the in-depth technical training programs and materials available via Federal-Mogul's award-winning Technical Education Center in St. Louis.

"These in-market support teams will take our technical, product and brand messages directly to the professionals who benefit most from them while at the same time gaining feedback on their most pressing needs," Burkhart said. "Technicians will be able to hold our products in their hands and see how and why they're the best choices for their customers' vehicles. This one-to-one connection has been missing for too long in the aftermarket, yet it's more important than ever given today's increasingly sophisticated vehicle systems and rising consumer expectations."

The Federal-Mogul in-market teams will be positioned in major markets across the U.S. and Canada, with the flexibility to deploy multiple vehicles to specific areas in conjunction with special training initiatives and regionally targeted programs. On-board technology will include multi-media instructional tools, product and system displays and an innovative, self-contained interactive product training module. The Federal-Mogul technical product specialists will be able to access and print the company's Web-based training materials, including product and repair bulletins, in response to customer requests and/or to supplement their on-site presentations.

For additional information on the new Federal-Mogul in-market technician support platform, please visit the company's AAPEX exhibit (No. 3217) or contact your Federal-Mogul sales representative. For the latest Federal-Mogul product application and technical information, please visit the www.Fme-Cat.com electronic catalog. The latest Federal-Mogul product and program news is available 24/7 at www.fme360.com.

About Federal-Mogul
Federal-Mogul Corporation designs, engineers, manufactures and distributes technologies to improve fuel economy, reduce emissions and enhance vehicle safety. The company serves the world's foremost original equipment manufacturers of automotive, commercial, aerospace, marine, rail and off-road vehicles; and industrial, agricultural and power-generation equipment. The company also develops and distributes to the aftermarket an extensive product portfolio with more than 20 of the world's most recognized brands, including ANCO^® wiper blades; Champion^® spark plugs, wipers and filters; AE^®,Fel-Pro^®, Goetze^®, Glyco^®, Nüral^® and Payen^® engine products; MOOG^® chassis parts; and Ferodo^® and Wagner^® brake products. Federal-Mogul was founded in Detroit in 1899. The company employs 45,000 people in 34 countries, and its worldwide headquarters is in Southfield, Michigan, United States. For more information, please visit www.federalmogul.com.

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Polk To Offer Aftermarket Insight During AAPEX, SEMA Shows

 

Polk executives to participate in four sessions; AAPEX exhibit highlights latest in Polk's product suite for the automotive aftermarket

SOUTHFIELD, Mich., Oct. 29, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Polk executives will share key automotive aftermarket insight as part of the upcoming Automotive Aftermarket Products Expo (AAPEX) and Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show in Las Vegas.  Polk presentations will include insight based on Polk's unique perspective and broad expertise in both the OEM and aftermarket segments of the industry. 

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Tim Rogers, Polk president, will kick-off the annual Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) Town Hall meeting with an update on five current trends Polk has identified that will impact the automotive aftermarket in the coming years.  Rogers' presentation will take place Wednesday, Oct. 31, at 7 a.m. in the Venetian Hotel's Venetian Ballroom.

Later in the day, Mark Seng, vice president, aftermarket and commercial vehicle, and Polk's global aftermarket practice leader, will provide further insight into the leading aftermarket trends and discuss how they are impacting the North American automotive aftermarket.  In addition, Seng will address changes in the vehicle mix and offer insight on the key influencers – both economic and demographic – that are shaping this important segment. Seng's presentation will be held on Wednesday, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to noon in Marco Polo Rooms 701-706 at the Venetian Hotel, Venetian/Palazzo Congress Center Level 1.

Scott Huston, aftermarket key account manager for Polk, will participate in SEMA's Hot Topics for 2013 panel discussion from 1 - 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 31, the Las Vegas Convention Center, room N255.  He will share insight into vehicle, powertrain and tire size trends in both import and domestic passenger cars and light trucks.

Pat Reininger, global practice leader for aftersales at Polk will join other industry leaders in the forum titled Vehicle Technology: the Race to Innovate – The Future of Performance and Customization. The discussion will be held on Thursday, Nov. 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Grand Lobby, Vehicle Technology Center at the Las Vegas Convention Center.  Reininger will share how consumer technology developments are influencing vehicle design and technology trends and address the industry's response to the aggressive growth in this area of the market.

In addition to the executive presentations, Polk's suite of aftermarket solutions for the passenger and commercial aftermarket will be featured during the AAPEX Show, Booth #825 at the Sands Expo Center Oct. 30 - Nov. 1, 2012 in Las Vegas.

About Polk Polk is the premier provider of automotive information and marketing solutions.  The organization collects and interprets global data, and provides extensive automotive business expertise to help customers understand their market position, identify trends, build brand loyalty, conquest new business and gain a competitive advantage. Polk helps automotive manufacturers and dealers, automotive aftermarket companies, finance and insurance companies, advertising agencies, media companies, consulting organizations, government agencies and market research firms make good business decisions. A privately held global firm, Polk is based in Southfield, Michigan with operations in Australia, Canada, China, France, Germany, Italy, Japan,South Korea, Spain, the United Kingdom and the United States. For more information, please visit www.polk.com.