Subject: VMAC MOBILE NEWS - September Issue
VMAC MOBILE NEWS - September Issue
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VMAC MOBILE NEWS
September 2005

in this issue...

What are we doing right?

CONGRATULATIONS to Lin Moyer of Reading Equipment & Distribution Ltd. - Bowmansville, PA

ELIMINATOR70 Air AfterCooler is here!

Are you GSA Certified to sell Air Compressors?

Important Technical Bulletins

UNDERHOOD Application List Changes

2006 Model Year Confirmations

Upcoming Advertisements

Upcoming Trade Shows

New Toll Free Fax - 1-877-740-3202

Action Shots Needed - Win $50

Systems for Sale at Dealers

New VMAC Website Coming Soon

Let's Start Marketing

Interested in Visiting the Beautiful West Coast?


 

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Dear Mike,

VMAC MOBILE NEWS is a quarterly Newsletter that is sent to all VMAC Dealers. It contains important information about VMAC products and promotions. Please take a few minutes and read through the newsletter. You may also want to forward the information to your colleagues including: Installers, Sales, Parts, Service and Purchasing.

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  • CONGRATULATIONS to Lin Moyer of Reading Equipment & Distribution Ltd. - Bowmansville, PA
  • Lin won the trip to the West Coast of B.C. in VMAC's first ever UNDERHOOD Dealer Sales Contest. Lin has won an all expenses paid vacation to the Gold River Fishing Lodge on the West Coast of B.C. Lin's name was drawn from hundreds of entries received between June and August.

    The prize includes:

    • West Coast Fishing Adventure on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada.
    • Airfare for 2 to Vancouver Island, British Columbia.
    • Two nights accommodation in a floating fishing lodge.
    • Meals, wine, and beer.
    • 13 hours of guided fishing.

    Lin is the Parts Manager at Reading and has been with the company for 8 years. He typically sells UNDERHOOD systems to contractors, utility companies and large tire companies.

    Lin has never been to the West Coast and is looking forward to coming out with his brother, Thomas Moyer during late spring or early summer of next year. We look forward to having Lin visit our beautiful province for the first time.

  • ELIMINATOR70 Air AfterCooler is here!
  • VMAC is proud to introduce the ELIMINATOR70 Air AfterCooler. Smaller and more efficient than the D51, this new moisture-removing product is sure to be a success. Equipped with a more powerful 12-volt fan, an air filter assembly and housed in a compact package, the ELIMINATOR70 is the perfect compliment for your air compressor.

    This product replaces the D51 AfterCooler and is priced right. The new pricing is available on the Parts and Accessory Price List.

    Comparing the ELIMINATOR70 to the D51:

    • Cooling is better - the new fan far out-performs the old twin fans.
    • Air filtration is superior - replaces the simple water trap.
    • Package size is smaller - 75% smaller.
    • Air output is more powerful - 40% more air output.

    Specifications:

    • Air Flow: 70 CFM.
    • Type: Air cooled AfterCooler with integral air filter and automatic drain.
    • Weight: 33.65 lbs (15.26 kg).
    • Dimensions: 7.75" (w) x 16.80" (l) x 14.20" (h).
    • Power Requirements: 12-volts and 10 amps.
    • Airline Connection: 3/4" NPT Female, In and Out.
    • Mounting Method: Bolts directly to truck body with rubber insulated mounting feet.
    • Options: Channel tube mounting brackets for greater support.

    Part Number:

    • ELIMINATOR70 Air AfterCooler: A800070.
    • Optional Mounting Brackets: A700143.

    Download ELIMINATOR70 brochure.
  • Are you GSA Certified to sell Air Compressors?
  • If so, we want to know. We receive requests from federal agencies, asking for GSA certified Dealers so that they do not have to go to tender to purchase a VMAC Air Compressor System for an existing truck.

    GSA helps federal agencies better serve the public by offering, at best value, superior workplaces, expert solutions, acquisition services, and management policies. GSA secures the buildings, products, services, technology, and other workplace essentials federal agencies need.

    Please contact VMAC Marketing and let us know if you are GSA Certified and we will include this information on our new website.

    Get more information on becoming GSA Certified.
  • Important Technical Bulletins
  • V900063 & V900079 UNDERHOOD Systems - VET 05-012

    During sample testing of the material used for the diaphragm (5820092) some delamination occurred which can potentially cause the blowdown valve to not discharge pressure from the system possibly causing compressor clutch failure if this is not recognized. Download the VET at http://www.vmac.ca/mkt_library/ vmac_news/vet/vet20050915.pdf.

    VMAC Systems - VET 05-011

    GM vehicles fitted with the 6.6L Duramax diesel engine had changes made to the injectors in mid- 2005. The later injectors have been fitted with a plastic tee on the fuel return hose on the top of the injector. This will break easily if the compressor contacts the tee. Download the VET at http://www.vmac.ca/mkt_library/ vmac_news/vet/vet20050816.pdf.

    VMAC Systems - VET 05-010

    If the manufacturer recalls a vehicle with a VMAC UNDERHOOD Air Compressor System installed, and should the recall include manufacture warranty work that requires the removal and reinstallation of any VMAC Air Compressor System components, the following should be noted. Download the VET at http://www.vmac.ca/mkt_library/ vmac_news/vet/vet20050630.pdf.

  • UNDERHOOD Application List Changes
  • We will be discontinuing the following systems from our Application List to make room for new UNDERHOOD Systems.

    V910003 - VR140: International DT466e/DT530 (2002-2004)
    Discontinuation Date: September 30, 2005

    V900068 - VR70: International DT466e/DT466 (2001-2004)
    Discontinuation Date: November 30, 2005

    V900072 - VR70: Ford 5.4L Triton VAN (2003- 2004)
    Discontinuation Date: November 30, 2005

    Please place your orders before the discontinuation date.

    Download most current VR70 Application List.

    Download most current VR140 Application List.

  • 2006 Model Year Confirmations
  • The 2006 trucks are well on their way to market. We have been confirming UNDERHOOD Systems and Throttle Commander installations on these new trucks over the last few months and will continue to do so until all applicable systems have been confirmed. Download the latest Application Lists so you know what is available.

  • Upcoming Advertisements
  • VMAC will be advertising in the following upcoming trade publications:

    • Utility Products - September, December.
    • Truck & Trailer Body - October, November.
    • Public Works - September.
    • Fleet Maintenance - December.
    • Equipment World - Spec Guide, September, October, November, December.
    • Equipment Today - September, October, November.
    • Construction Equipment - September.
    • Civil Infrastructure - September, December.

    Did you know that VMAC is an Official Sponsor of Equipment World's Contractor's Dream Package? VMAC is a proud sponsor of the 2005 Contractor's Dream Package. Let you customers know so they can enter the contest. VMAC will be working very closely with Equipment World this year on promotions and trade show activities.

    The package includes:

    • Ford Truck - F550 Super Duty Chassis Cab Truck with a ZF six-speed manual transmission.
    • VMAC VR70 UNDERHOOD Air Compressor System (including installation).
    • Ingersoll-Rand BL2000 Balloon Light.
    • BX60WH Vibratory Plate Compactor.
    • G7HE Generator.
    • RX-264H Upright Rammer.
    • Werk-Brau attachment - $5,000 credit toward a winner's choice.
    • Thomas Equipment 35DT Mini-Skid Steer Loader.
    • Thompson Pump 3T Utility Trash Pump.
    • Trail King TK6U Utility Trailer.

    Click for contest details.
  • Upcoming Trade Shows
  • VMAC will be attending the following trade shows between September and November. If you are exhibiting at a regional show and would like a VMAC Representative to help out, please let us know.

    • APWA - 2005 International Public Works Congress & Exposition (Booth # 1044; September 11-14, 2005; Minneapolis, Minnesota).
    • ICUEE (International Construction & Utility Equipment Exposition) - The Demo Expo (Booth # L346; September 27-29, 2005; Louisville, Kentucky).
    • CPWE - Canadian Public Works Expo & Canadian Waste & Recycling Expo (Booth # 1423; October 26- 27, 2005; Vancouver, British Columbia).
  • New Toll Free Fax - 1-877-740-3202
  • We've set up a toll free fax number for you to send your orders. The new fax machine is located right in our sales call center, ensuring that your orders will be received and processed in a timely fashion. Please change your pre-programmed fax numbers to 1-877- 740-3202 to reflect this change.

  • Action Shots Needed - Win $50
  • We need more photos for our library to be used in ads, website, brochures, press releases, etc.

    Dealers or end-users that send photos and contact information in from now on will qualify to receive a check for $50.00

    If a photo is chosen to be included in any marketing materials, VMAC Marketing will mail a check for $50.00 along with a framed copy of the artwork that incorporates the photo.

    Click here to email your photos to us.
  • Systems for Sale at Dealers
  • There are several VMAC Dealers that have VMAC Air Systems in stock and they would like to sell them.

    If you are interested in purchasing one of these systems, please contact the Dealer directly.

    If you are interested in posting any VMAC Air Systems on this list, please forward details of the systems to VMAC for consideration.

    In the future, VMAC will offer a secure Forum on our website for VMAC Dealers to communicate with each other. Dealers can post questions, systems for sale and the like.

    To view the current list, login to the Dealer section of the VMAC website and click on Marketing Tools - UNDERHOOD Systems For Sale.

    Click here to download the listing.
  • New VMAC Website Coming Soon
  • We are working hard to get the new site completed. The launch date is set for the end of September. We'll send an announcement out to everyone, once it is launched. Be sure to check it out then.

  • Let's Start Marketing
  • We want to help our Dealers sell VMAC products! If you are planning to advertise VMAC products in a local publication, paper or yellow pages, please let us know the details. We can arrange to have our graphic designer modify our current ad template to the specifications required and include your logo and contact information. One Dealer has taken advantage of this service so far. Download their advertisement that appeared in Maine Better Transportation.

    Want to go a step further? Let our Marketing Department help. We can assist with ideas for your website, brochures and advertisements, or even help you develop a Marketing Plan.

    Contact Mike Pettigrew or Dan Hutchinson if you would like to learn more.

    Click here to email VMAC Marketing.
  • Interested in Visiting the Beautiful West Coast?
  • Come visit us! VMAC is located in Nanaimo, British Columbia, Canada. Nanaimo is located on Vancouver Island and boasts one of the most temperate climates in Canada with great fishing on the Northeast and West sides of the Island. Let us know when you're coming and we'll arrange for a tour of the VMAC facility and help you plan where to go.

    Visit Beautiful Vancouver Island.
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