PERA Spring Technical Conference Wrap Up
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) recently held its Spring Technical Meeting at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC, March 18-20. Approximately 56 attendees representing 11 production engine remanufacturers (PERs), and 23 manufacturers and other suppliers attended the event. Presentations on Alternative Fuels, Understanding Zinc in Engine Oils and a Comprehensive View of Synthetic
PERA Spring Technical Conference To Be Held In Charlotte, NC, March 18-20
The 2009 Production Engine Remanufacturers Assocation’s Spring Technical Conference will be held in NASCAR country, March 18-20, at the Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC. The conference will open with a reception in the hotel’s Lakeview Room on Wednesday, March 18th from 6:30-8:00 p.m. Thursday morning will start with a buffet breakfast available from 8:15-9:00
PERA Spring Tech Meeting Preliminary Schedule
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) has announced its preliminary program for the upcomping Spring Tech Meeting to be held at Hilton Charlotte University Place, Charlotte, NC, March 18-20. In addition to an impressive line up of speakers, Richard Childress Racing has agreed to let PERA tour their shop. Hendrick Motor Sports will also host
Harding Promoted to Director of Aftermarket Operations at Katech
Katech Performance, manufacturer of race-proven aftermarket crate engines and components for Gen3 LS1/LS6 and Gen4 LS2/LS7 engines, has promoted Jason Harding to director of aftermarket operations. Harding will oversee the sales efforts of Katech’s aftermarket division. Previously, he served for three years in performance parts sales, where he focused on expanding Katech Performance’s distribution
More Small and Mid-Size Distributors Turning to RF Scanning to Improve Operations
A growing number of smalland mid-size automotive replacement parts distributors are turning toradio frequency (RF) scan guns – a technology once thought to beaffordable only for larger businesses – to save time, reduce inventoryexpense and increase operational accuracy, according to ActivantSolutions, which provides Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solutionsfor automotive aftermarket businesses. Activant reports that the
PERA Spring Tech Meeting Recap
The conference opened with Chip Helderman and Chuck Lynch from Jasper Engines & Transmissions, who spoke about remanufacturing the GM Vortec Inline 4, 5 and 6 cylinder engines. Dave Wooldridge, Publisher of Engine Builder Magazine, spoke about Engine Builder’s redesigned website – Adapting to Change. Mark Ferner, Shell Global Solutions, addressed Engine Oil Basics and
Need Transportation? PERA Asking for Shuttle Bus Requests for Tech Meeting
PERA is currently researching the feasibility and cost to hire a shuttle to take all Spring Tech meeting attendees arriving by plane to Big Cedar Lodge. Big Cedar Lodge is approximately 60 miles from the Springfield/Branson Airport. The PERA 2008 Spring Tech meeting will be held in Ridgedale, MO at Big Cedar Lodge March 5-7
USAC Names New President, Senior VP of Racing Operations
The Board of Directors of the United States Auto Club (USAC) has appointed Kevin Miller as CEO and president of USAC, and Jason Smith senior vice-president of racing operations. “USAC is excited to start a new era with Kevin and Jason on board,” said Johnny Capels, USAC Chairman. “Kevin brings a proven track record of
PERA 2008 Spring Tech Conference Set For Big Cedar Lodge In Branson
The Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) Spring Tech Meeting is set for March 5-7 at Big Cedar Lodge in Ridgedale (Branson), MO. The opening reception will take place on Wednesday evening. Events featured this year will be tours with PROformance and SRC Automotive. Hotel reservations should be made through Pam Burban at Worldtek Travel. Reservations
Coretalk: Key Industry Speakers Slated For PERA’s Chicago Convention
Yastrow and Som will discuss “Current Issues in Employment-Related U.S. Immigration Law: I-9 Compliance, Visa Updates.” In addition to addressing hot topics and compliance tips, they will provide answers to your specific questions.Bob McKenna, President/CEO of Motor & Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) and Past President of NAPA, will be speaking on “Motor Vehicle Parts Suppliers
Coretalk: Chicago To Host PERA’s 62nd Annual Conference September 27-29, 2007
An assortment of professional and technical seminars will be held along with a wide range of social and networking opportunities for engine remanufacturers and their spouses. For more information on this event or to register for the convention, visit www.pera.org. Recon Launches Plan To Increase Availability and Reduce Delivery Times Recon Automotive Remanufacturers has announced
Dynamometers and Dyno Operating Systems
The data collected while an engine is running on a dyno can be analyzed to maximize the power gains from various modifications (changes in the fuel mixture, ignition timing, valve timing, compression, the induction system, exhaust system, etc.). Performance engine builders use dynos to measure horsepower and torque so they can optimize engine performance. By
Coretalk: Nashville Sheraton Site For PERA’s Spring Tech
The meeting, a combination of technical sessions and hands-on demonstrations, presentations and a facility tour, will begin on Thursday, March 22 at a special reception in the hotel’s Pinnacle Room. NHRA Top Fuel drag racer Hillary Will is scheduled as the reception’s special guest. The technical program will begin on Friday morning following breakfast hosted
PERA’S Core Corner: Ford 4.6L Front Cover Inquiries Top Year-End Wish List
Well, here it is the end of the year and, as I write this, the Midwest has just experienced its first major snowfall. Many of us are still digging out, with dire consequences for some, and school closings for thousands of children who are jumping up and down with joy. Remember when things were that
PERA’S Core Corner: When It Comes To ‘How Clean,’ Do You Really Know?
Ever notice how many commercials there are in our environment about cleaning? Cleaning your floors, toilets, counter tops, disinfecting everything and anything that you come into contact with. In fact even the air that we breathe needs to be cleaned. Spin that out to the vehicles that we drive. You know they have to be
PERA’S Core Corner: No Tricks: Eliminating The Low Oil Pressure Gremlin
Since this is the month of screams and fright, of ghouls, goblins and gremlins (no, not the “classic” AMC car from the ’70s – although that was scary enough) I am taking the opportunity to try and help eliminate one of them. This month’s Core Corner is more about being helpful or informative rather than
PERA’S Core Corner: Sometimes Engineering Changes Actually Make Sense
As much fun as it is to play detective, research obscure facts and unravel engineering messes myself, sometimes I totally enjoy running across things that just plain make sense. Often, many of these things are after-the-fact thoughts, but that is why hindsight is always 20/20. For those in the engineering world, these would be running
PERA President Mark Fellanto
On the surface, you might suppose that Mark Fellanto, incoming president of the Production Engine Remanufacturers Association (PERA) is a pretty simple fellow. You can set your watch by his daily routine. Even he admits that if someone was looking to do him in, he wouldn’t be hard to track down. Fellanto rarely veers from
Coretalk: L&B Industries Relocates Manufacturing Operations To Egge Machine Company
“Incorporating L&B’s operations into our business richly enhances our ability to provide quality products and services for our customers,” said Egge’s president, Robert Egge. “L&B and Egge Machine – What a nostalgic combination!” explained Egge’s CEO, Ernie Silvers, “We are extremely pleased to have the opportunity to continue the tradition of quality pump rebuilding that
PERA’s Core Corner: It’s Time To Say Goodbye To An Old Friend
by Roy Berndt I have a La-Z-Boy recliner that I probably should have retired ten years ago. Yet even today, it’s one of the most comfortable chairs that I have ever sat in. Because I hate the thought of giving it up, my next move will be to put it in the garage, where I