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New products, half-a-dozen tradeshows, and an international award are just a few of the highlights we've compressed into this quarter's summer newsletter. To stay up-to-date and informed about VMAC achievements, products, and general industry news, read these highlights and more below!

PRODUCTS
 
You Asked, We Built!

VMAC didn't let a few emissions controls stop the development of high-performance UNDERHOOD systems for the new Ford, Dodge, and GM work trucks. Introducing the all new VR70 systems, exclusively from VMAC:


2007 "All-New" GM 6.6L Duramax Diesel 2500-3500

The new GM 2500-3500 Duramax sports a new look and rigid set of emissions controls - but don't let the facelift fool you - there's a VMAC ready to go under-the-hood! VMAC worked closely with GM to develop a system for one of the most popular work trucks on the market. (Part no. V900103)


2008 Ford 6.8L V10/5.4L V8 Triton Gas

Boasting greater bracket clearance, modified cooler system for an easier install, and a comparable installation time to the previous 2007 V900081/V900082 models, the newest UNDERHOOD additions to the Ford roster are a cut above! (Part nos. V900091/V900092)


2007 GM "All New" 6.0L Gas 2500-3500

Fitted to the new GMT-900 series platform, the "All New" has been restyled, inside and out, and promises greater maximum towing capacity and higher gas mileage. (Part no. V900097)


2007 Dodge 6.7L Cummins Diesel 2500-3500

The new 2007 Dodge Cummins Diesel UNDERHOOD system has undergone a complete 180 from the previous Dodge kit - literally. Mounting underneath the 2007 Dodge Cummins engine, the new system features greater bracket clearance, faster and easier installation, and a remote mounted air filter and oil fill. This view and up to 175 PSI of unbridled air power, was brought to you by VMAC.


FEATURE
 
VMAC Ad Wins International Award!

LAS VEGAS, Nev. - VMAC's marketing team was all smiles May 16th, as they accepted the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) and Publications in Construction and Agriculture (PICA) "Measures of Success" 3rd Place Award at the Las Vegas Golf & Country Club in Nevada.

Since 2001, AEM/PICA has held the annual awards program in recognition of outstanding marketing communications in the off-road equipment manufacturing industry. This was VMAC's first time entering the competition.

Winning an award in the competitive "under 50 million" category, VMAC's VR70 UNDERHOOD Air Compressor was well received by judges. The same panel would later call the winner in the "over 50 million" category, which included entrants Caterpillar Inc., John Deere, Bobcat, and Volvo.

VMAC has been the recipient of numerous accolades in the areas of marketing, exporting, and manufacturing both locally and internationally.


MARKETING SUPPORT
 
Up-And-Comer's

You'll hear the thunder of 90LB jackhammers being powered by VMAC Air Systems at some of the biggest shows in North America this year, as VMAC finishes up the 2007 tradeshow run with industry behemoths APWA nd ICUEE. Check out the 2007 tradeshow listing below, or contact VMAC for a complete 2007/2008 schedule. See you at the show!


PEOPLE AND PLACES
 
Armed With Robotics

At 4 feet tall and just under a ton, the newest recruit to the VMAC welding team wasn't an ideal hire. Forget the logistics of an 8-foot wide set of coveralls - the new recruit took space, capital, and training time.

Fortunately, the new welder had a linear tolerance of under ± 0.005 of an inch.

The Lincoln Electric e-Cell Robotic Welder has an articulating robotic arm that operates under simple axis guidelines (X, Y, Z) pre-programmed by VMAC engineers. Using linear and rotating joints, the arm imitates the human arm, but with the dexterity of a 360 degree rotating wrist at the end. This allows for multiple welds of many components having tight, cumbersome angles.

Since its introduction, the Lincoln Electric e-Cell Robotic Welder has allowed VMAC to increase the productivity and quality of some of the air compressor tank's most common components.


The VMAC VR140 UNDERHOOD Air Compressor and a 185CFM tow-behind took their positions at a construction site just outside of East Sacramento, California. It was seventy-five degrees. A light breeze came in from the west kicking up the dry mix between them. This would be a monumental battle. If the fight was a test in size, the 185CFM was a heavyweight titleholder. In fact, the folks at Performance Concrete and Blue Iron, who had been using the bulky tow-behind for all their concrete-spraying operations, figured they had a champ. What Performance and Blue didn't know was that in the other corner, stood a lightweight air compressor that could perform when the pressure was on.

Weighing in at less than 210LBS dry, the VMAC VR140 UNDERHOOD was one-tenth its opponent's size: Making the VR140 the smallest contender for its output in the industry.

To determine the winner, both compressors were put to the test of shotcrete.

Sprayed concrete, or shotcrete, forces dry mix cement and water to come in contact with a stream of heavily compressed air. The compressed air propels the mix at speeds that instantly bond the materials onsite.

After hours of concrete spraying, those in attendance were shocked and amazed. The VMAC UNDERHOOD had the 185CFM tow-behind outclassed. Not only was VMAC air instant, allowing hose operators to stop and start on demand, it was also consistent. The heavy tow-behind couldn't keep its high output air under control, forcing unwanted bursts of concrete-mix; requiring lengthy after-work cleanup.

Authorized VMAC dealer Lodi Equipment helped set up the outstanding demonstration. This was the first of many standoffs to come, continuing to prove that "when the shotcrete hits the fan", lightweight VMAC UNDERHOOD reigns champ.



Thanks for reading VMAC Mobile News! If you have any questions, please call us at 1-800-738- 8622.

We wish you great success this summer!

Sincerely,


Mike Pettigrew, Marketing Manager
VMAC - Vehicle Mounted Air Compressors

Phone: 250-740-3200
Fax: 250-740-3201