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RV Technical Institute Holds Inaugural Class

For the first time, students gathered in Elkhart, Indiana, this week at the new RV Technical Institute (RVTI) where they began an 8-week course covering the new Level 1 RV technician curriculum and a pilot of the Level 2 curriculum.

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Registration Now Open for NATDA Trailer Show

Returning to Nashville, Tennessee, for the first time since 2016, the North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA) is now accepting registration for its 2020 Trailer Show. The show will be held Sept. 2-4, 2020 at Music City Center.

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Lippert Becomes Exclusive Distributor for Alpha Systems

Lippert Components Inc. (LCI) has entered into an exclusive RV and Marine Aftermarket distribution partnership with Alpha Systems. The Elkhart-based company manufactures adhesives and sealants specifically engineered to provide premium performance and flexibility for RV roofs.

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Meet 2020 RVDA Chairman Ron Shepherd

Ron Shepherd exchanged the automotive industry for the RV industry in 1990 when he became partners with an experienced RV dealer. The two grew their dealership from a mom-and-pop operation with $2 million in annual sales to one of Tulsa’s premier dealerships.

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Fastway Launches Flash Integrated Scale Ball Mount

Fastway has expanded its Flash Ball Mount line, to include the Integrated Scale Ball Mount (ISBM). The product features an integrated tongue weight scale that helps trailer owners reach proper tongue weight for each trailer load for improved towing performance and greater safety.

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Indiana Manufacturers Association Voter Sentiment Report

The Indiana Manufacturers Association and We Ask America, today, released their first collaborative, statewide public opinion poll of Indiana. Voters were asked their opinions about the direction of the country and state, current job market, the job performance of its leaders, what issues matter most…

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Seventh Round of Tariff List 3 Exclusions

On January 6, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) released another round of exclusions for products on List 3, which covers $200 billion in Chinese products. This is the seventh round of exclusions and includes exclusions for two entire…

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Principles of Lean Manufacturing Workshop in Elkhart

The Economic Development Corporation of Elkhart County is offering a ‘Principles of Lean” workshop for manufacturers who wish to transition to a lean manufacturing operation. Lean programs eliminate waste while increasing productivity, helping businesses gain a competitive edge.

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