MAM Software has introduced Autocat+ v2.0, the next major release of its electronic parts cataloguing software for motor factors, accessory retailers and parts distributors. This introduces a number of significant enhancements to the application and further extends its functionality. “This release contains features that many of our customers will find extremely valuable” explained Lee Broad, MAM’s Director of Technical Development.
(Akron/Tire Review) Red Cap Total Car Care, reportedly the largest tyre dealer and service centre dealer in the Middle East, has implemented a point-of-sale (POS) solution from TireWare Inc. across its chain of retail stores. Red Cap, headquartered in Saudi Arabia, is a division of the Tamimi Group.
MAM Software has given its full support to the ‘Partnership for Aftermarket Connectivity Technologies’ (PACT), recently launched by TecCom UK Ltd and ABS eparts. This ground-breaking initiative by the two former competitors aims to connect their exchanges and make electronic trading easier for all in the automotive aftermarket.
Cam Systems has recruited a new finance and operations manager to join the senior management team at its Gloucestershire head office. The new appointment is 39-year old Kieran Burroughs, who will replace long-serving financial director Richard Abolins, who has left the company to work closer to his home in Taunton.
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MAM Software has launched a new website (www.mamsoft.co.uk) on 1 August. In addition to providing access to the latest news and information on the company and its range of products, the website will feature a dedicated customers-only extranet section. This section will provide existing MAM customers with a range of free resources such as online log tracking, product tutorials, frequently asked questions and software downloads.
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Steinbichler Optotechnik has almost two decades of experience in optical metrology and is a leading supplier of shearography tyre test systems. In recent years, shearography has become an indispensable tool for retreaders inspecting casings and in quality control testing at new tyre plants.
For those of you who have read and/or entered our 60th anniversary competition, you may be wondering exactly what a Travelpilot Lucca offers. Tyres & Accessories didn’t want to leave you in the dark, so here is a run-down of what this month’s star prize has to offer: Leading satellite navigation manufacturer, Blaupunkt launched its first portable route guidance system onto the market in January. The TravelPilot Lucca is described as extremely user friendly and this model works straight out of the box. Touch-screen technology and a built-in GPS (Global Positioning System) receiver ensures that both operation and installation are child’s play.
The competition closing date is the 31st July.
(Akron/Tire Review) Marangoni Tread North American (MTNA) says it has made training a priority for 2006 and beyond, launching its Ringmaster Training Program this year for MTNA retreaders. In the two sessions already held, Ringtread retreader production and sales staff traveled to MTNA’s Nashville headquarters for seminars and hands-on training.
Kwik-Fit, recently installed a new drive through Automatic Test Lane (ATL) for MOT testing. Kwik-Fit’s Hemel Hempstead branch was the first to use the new ATL equipment provided by Gemco Equipment. Kwik-Fit has also installed the Gemco ATL in their training academy in Derby, ensuring that their MOT testers are trained on new technology. Gemco will now oversee a nation “roll-out” programme across the country.
Kara Gostar Eng. Co. will be showing examples from its range of moulds for the tyre industry at this year’s Essen show. The company was established as a tyre mould manufacturer in 1991 and manufactures 400 sets of moulds per year. A team of experienced and skilled engineers, backed up by updated hardware and software, incorporate the most recent developments in tyre mould production into customer tyre moulds.
With a record number of visitors expected at this year’s Essen tyre show, PCL has created what it describes as “a must-see portfolio of new and existing products.” UK-based PCL is renowned for its market-leading products for tyre inflation, and Reifen is the ideal platform to demonstrate them to representatives of tyre shops, mobile tyre vans, garages, car dealers, fleet and transport managers, automotive OEMs as well as tyre suppliers – basically anyone responsible for supplying, fitting and maintaining tyres.
Selcom Sensors That See™ has introduced a high speed laser line sensor for tyre sidewall inspection, radial runout measurement and other applications in the rubber and tyre industry. The market leader in triangulation sensor technology, Selcom® is a leading brand of LMI Technologies, Inc.
Bandag’s stand at the forthcoming Reifen Essen show will speak volumes about the company’s strong competitive position, company representatives told Tyres & Accessories. The retreading system supplier will display a selection of its latest and best-known products including its BDR-HT2 (designed to deliver superior mileage); the BDR-W (for snow traction performance); and the BDY3 (for on-road usage). The Bandag stand will also feature an impressive array of equipment including the company’s Nail Hole Detector (EB-NHD2).
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