http://www.naeda.com/Home.aspx NAEDA - North American Equipment Dealers Association - RSS Feed en-us Administrator Account Administrator Account Fri, 10 Sep 2010 16:02:22 GMT EfficionConsulting Articles Module (www.efficionconsulting.com) Copyright 2010, NAEDA http://host.madison.com/wsj/business/article_e030ff66-baa6-11df-a8cd-001cc4c002e0.html Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.capitolweekly.net/article.php?xid=z49s2hbpp9llve&done= Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://investors.ravenind.com/releasedetail.cfm?ReleaseID=506156 Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.wisconsinagconnection.com/story-national.php?Id=1820&yr=2010 Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.foxbusiness.com/markets/2010/09/09/data-shows-economic-recovery-track/ Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.keloland.com/NewsDetail6162.cfm?Id=104713 Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://view.mkt2lead.com/?j=fe5e1779706404797c17&m=fec8157175630d78&ls=fdee117674610d7b74137874&jb=ffcf14 Kathy Bernard Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Can accidents be prevented? Or are some accidents inevitable? Here at KPA, we contemplate that question frequently, as do many EHS professionals who are eager to talk, but ultimately not to agree on the answer, according to the National Safety Survey conducted by EHS Today. Over 1,200 EHS professionals responded to the survey to answer [...] http://blog.kpaonline.com/2010/09/you-can-prevent-accidents/ Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.myfox8.com/news/wghp-story-caterpillar-groundbreaking-100908,0,2099710.story Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/10_38/b4195030826504.htm?campaign_id=rss_topStories Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/smallbiz/content/aug2010/sb20100831_006151.htm?campaign_id=rss_topStories Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/managing/content/sep2010/ca2010092_073108.htm?campaign_id=rss_topStories Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT More than a dozen programs aimed at spurring hiring among small businesses have been introduced or proposed. They include: http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/659/Default.aspx Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.truthabouttrade.org/content/view/16570 Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.truthabouttrade.org/content/view/16579 Kathy Bernard Thu, 09 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Farm groups and politicians are concerned about the potential takeover of Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, the world’s largest fertilizer manufacturer, by BHP Billiton, an Australian multinational. The Western Producer >> Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT New federal requirements for biofuel content in Canadian gasoline will officially kick in Dec. 15. The government has finalized its regulations, which call for an average renewable fuel content of 5 percent in gasoline sold at Canadian pumps. The Manitoba Cooperator >> Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Optimism about hiring is improving, though most Canadian employers don’t anticipate much change in staffing levels as the outlook for the U.S. economy remains shaky. CTV News >> Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT With drought conditions in Russia causing wheat prices to soar, producers in Ontario are preparing to sow what could be the largest winter wheat crop in their province's history. Alberta Farmer >> Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100907/ap_on_bi_ge/us_health_care_repeal;_ylt=Ag8z2IuxY2dgjlLFKDo5Mg9p24cA;_ylu=X3oDMTJzMWdkYTZnBGFzc2V0A2FwLzIwMTAwOTA3L3VzX2hlYWx0aF9jYXJlX3JlcGVhbARwb3MDMjQEc2VjA3luX3BhZ2luYXRlX3N1bW1hcnlfbGlzdARzbGsDYmF0dGxlcm95YWxv Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT NAEDA, as well as other associations and businesses have been advocating a total repeal of the IRS 1099 reporting provision included in the health care reform bill signed into law this year. It is our understanding, the Senate will vote next week on an amendment offered by Sens. Mike Johanns (R-NE) and Blanche Lincoln (D-AR) to H.R. 5297 that would eliminate the 1099 reporting provision. Section 9006 of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act requires all businesses to begin issuing IRS 1099 forms to any business that receives goods or services worth more than $600 in a given tax year. Currently, Form 1099 applies to the value of services purchased, but the new law expands this to goods purchased. Unless this section is repealed, an estimated 40 million taxpaying entities, including equipment dealers, will be subject to this provision. NAEDA requests that you contact your senators now and ask them to support the Johanns-Lincoln amendment to repeal the IRS 1099 reporting provision. To send a letter to your senators, click here . Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www2.timesdispatch.com/business/2010/sep/05/andr05-ar-487352/ Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Canada West has partnered with The Western Producer newspaper to address the ag technician shortage facing Canadian equipment dealerships. The Western Producer , Canada’s largest agricultural publication, is running a series of full color ads, which expresses the newspaper's support of the Canada Equipment Dealers Foundation’s scholarship program, which help students become ag technicians. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/625/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Volvo Construction Equipment North America recently announced that it has sold the rights to manufacture and sell service and replacement parts for all models Clark-Michigan product line to MinnPar, LLC, a subsidiary of PartsZone, LLC. Since 1982, MinnPar has been the trusted source for OEMs seek... http://www.aednet.org/aednews/index_full_story.cfm?id=10926315 Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Volvo Construction Equipment announced a new program in which it will stand behind the fuel efficiency advantages of its wheel loaders. The Volvo Construction Equipment Fuel Efficiency Guarantee program is offered on Volvo large wheel loaders through Dec. 31, 2010. Fuel costs add up to... http://www.aednet.org/aednews/index_full_story.cfm?id=10926314 Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2010/sep/3/renewing-hope-for-the-american-dream/?page=1 Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2010-09-07/caterpillar-vulcan-may-reap-most-from-obama-highway-proposal.html Kathy Bernard Wed, 08 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D9I0LGK80.htm Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.marketwatch.com/story/first-big-delivery-of-new-holland-equipment-made-in-russia-2010-09-02?reflink=MW_news_stmp Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.wisconsinagconnection.com/story-state.php?Id=1015 Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT It amazes me when dealers tell me they didn’t read a contract or agreement before signing it. Typically, they will say something like, “I’ve never read XYZ Corp.’s contract before and we’ve been doing business for years, so why start now? I trust them.” Or, I might hear the old standby, “We’ve always done business with just a handshake because I’m a person of my word.” These responses are all well and good and I’m all over the integrity thing, but unfortunately the business environment of today calls for a lot more than a handshake or a quick signature on a legally binding document! http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/633/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The White House has announced a comprehensive infrastructure plan to expand and renew America’s roads, railways and runways. The proposal is among a set of initiatives President Obama has outline to support economic recovery and ensure long-term sustainable growth. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/634/Default.aspx Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Certified Parts Corporation (CPC) of Janesville, Wis. has entered into an agreement with LCT, (Liquid Combustion Technology) of Travelers Rest, S.C., to jointly manufacture air-cooled engines for the outdoor power equipment market. The agreement will provide CPC with engineering, manufacturing, and sales capabilities allowing it to reintroduce the Snow King line of snow thrower engines and other engines formally manufactured and sold by TecumsehPower. The engines will be exclusively represented by LCT, and sold under the Snow King, Lauson and LCT brands and serviced exclusively by CPC and the existing TecumsehPower dealer/distributor network. Traditionally, the Snow King line of engines has powered more snow throwers than all other brands combined. Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/635/Default.aspx Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://voices.washingtonpost.com/thefix/white-house/chicago-mayor-richard-m-daley.html?wpisrc=nl_pmpolitics Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT For those employers required to complete an annual EEO-1 report the deadline is fast approaching and Sept. 30 will be here before you know it. Any employer with 100 or more employees or those employers who are federal contractors or subcontractors must file the report. KPA >> Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/salford-farm-machinery-announces-patent-on-rts-101876798.html Kathy Bernard Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will hold a public listening session to share comments about key challenges facing the motor carrier industry, issues facing stakeholders and concerns that should be considered by the agency in developing its next five-year strategic plan. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/644/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Tue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Drake & Company, an association management company that runs the National Christmas Tree Association, sponsors “Trees for Troops” each year. The organization provides Christmas trees to military men, women and families who are based at more than 50 military installations across the United States. The gift of a tree brings a touch of home to these families and allows them to spend their hard-earned money on holiday gifts instead of a Christmas tree. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/650/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-09-01/construction-spending-in-u-s-fell-twice-as-much-as-forecast.html Donna Gonzalez Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.mahindrausa.com/news.php Donna Gonzalez Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.prweb.com/releases/2010-IRONsearch/ProducersChoiceAward/prweb4440594.htm Donna Gonzalez Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://blog.25x25.org/?p=1834 Kathy Bernard Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.friendsoftheuschamber.com/email/email5.cfm?ID=1027 Kathy Bernard Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://view.mkt2lead.com/?j=fe5f17797162077c7710&m=fec8157175630d78&ls=fdf011757c67047c7d14777c&jb=ffcf14 Donna Gonzalez Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.deltacountyindependent.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=17001:after-63-years-john-deere-dealership-will-do-business-under-a-new-name&catid=34:delta&Itemid=347 Donna Gonzalez Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.stltoday.com/business/national-and-international/article_29386f39-a964-5433-98e2-6a98e4d32402.html Donna Gonzalez Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BobcatNews/~3/uRkmtU7xa6g/viewArticle.html Kathy Bernard Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT Building on its 50-plus-year history in Brazil and capitalizing on the expected growth in Latin America, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is announcing today the expansion of its manufacturing operations in Brazil. http://www.cat.com/cda/files/2456987/7/090110 Caterpillar Expands in Brazil; Announces Location of New Facility and Investment in Piracicaba Operations.pdf Kathy Bernard Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.businessweek.com/news/2010-09-01/construction-spending-in-u-s-fell-twice-as-much-as-forecast.html Donna Gonzalez Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.tgdaily.com/sustainability-features/51349-system-turns-greenhouse-gases-into-fuel Donna Gonzalez Thu, 02 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/2010-08-30-smallbizloans30_ST_N.htm?loc=interstitialskip Donna Gonzalez Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.stltoday.com/business/national-and-international/article_e3d588be-fd41-504f-8244-384357748558.html Donna Gonzalez Wed, 01 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT CatUsed.cat.com and regional Cat dealers will hold the first ever Cat used equipment sale in conjunction with a NASCAR race. Regional Cat dealers—Carolina Cat, Blanchard Machinery, Carter Machinery and Gregory Poole Equipment—and Cat Used Equipment Services will display more than 40 Cat ... http://www.aednet.org/aednews/index_full_story.cfm?id=10926297 Kathy Bernard Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.wthitv.com/dpp/news/local/Dry-weather-hurts-lawn-care-businesse Donna Gonzalez Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Deere & Company announced Aug. 31 that it has signed a definitive agreement to sell John Deere Renewables, LLC, its wind energy business, to Exelon Generation Company, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Exelon Corporation. http://www.deere.com/en_US/newsroom/2010/releases/corporate/31aug2010_corporaterelease.html?rss=allnews Kathy Bernard Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Starting Oct. 1, 2010, the Department of Transportation will begin enforcing a revised Hazardous Materials transportation rule. This rule amends the Hazardous Materials Regulations to clarify requirements for using a third-party 24 hour emergency number. KPA recommends you take both of the steps below to ensure your materials are easily identified in case of [...] http://blog.kpaonline.com/2010/09/implement-the-new-dot-hazmat-rule/ Kathy Bernard Tue, 31 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Years ago, when biotechnology or "biotech" was emerging from a few laboratories across the world, the potential of this new science fascinated me. Later my work with the fertilizer, crop protection and biotech seed industry provided me with an up-close look at the enormous possibilities of biotechnology. Recently, Mike Williams of our staff attended a symposium sponsored by the Federal Reserve Bank. One of the speakers discussed the future of agriculture and referred to biotech as "the game changer" for the ag industry and the world. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/544/Default.aspx paul kindinger Thu, 12 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT Doug Lipp, former head of training at Walt Disney University, is the keynote speaker for The Dealer Experience, which will be held Oct. 28 and 29 during GIE+EXPO in Louisville, Ky. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/300/Default.aspx Terry Leath Thu, 08 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT The Canadian government plans to convene a meeting this fall between young and beginning farmers and representatives from the ag industry and Ottawa, toward what's expected to be a redesign of policy tools meant for renewal in the ag sector. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/274/Default.aspx Terry Leath Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT For the first time in nearly three years, Canada's central bank has begun increasing its key lending rate from historic lows, even as the country's stronger-than-expected economic rebound is being overshadowed by an "uneven" global recovery and the European debt crisis. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/275/Default.aspx Terry Leath Thu, 03 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT At least two influential unions will spend close to $100 million on the 2010 election, with most of those funds going to protect incumbents. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/270/Default.aspx Terry Leath Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT USDA is now accepting applications for Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) grants and loan guarantees. REAP (Section 9007 of the 2008 Farm Bill) provides incentives for the development and/or construction of rural renewable energy projects, such as anaerobic digester projects. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/271/Default.aspx Terry Leath Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT The House Administration Committee has held a hearing on the DISCLOSE Act, the legislation intended to counter the Citizens United Supreme Court ruling allowing unrestricted corporate and union spending in elections. The timeline for passage is unknown, a reflection of a conflict within the Democratic caucus that threatens the bill’s momentum. Rep. Mike Capuano (D-MA) has also introduced a campaign finance bill that would require corporations to hold a shareholder vote to approve annual campaign spending. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/257/Default.aspx Terry Leath Tue, 01 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT Almost everyone I talk with lately is concerned about our economy, the burgeoning debt, widening trade deficits, and the shaky geo-political situation. I will grant you this could simply be the people I hang around with, but I do not think so. Talk of increasing taxes, whether local, state or federal, abounds. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/253/Default.aspx Terry Leath Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT David O'Leary Wed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT Paul E. Kindinger is president and chief executive officer of the North American Equipment Dealers Association (NAEDA) and NAEDA Services, Inc. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/233/Default.aspx David O'Leary Tue, 13 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT April 2010 Recently I had the opportunity to observe my good friend, John Walker, who many of you know, speak to a group of dealers about his specialty, aftermarket service training. If you do know John, you know he has decades of experience in this area. He is a strong proponent of increasing profitability by improving the performance of your parts and service departments. He said something during his presentation that really struck a chord with me, “Our goal should be to create a customer for life.” But just so his head doesn’t get too big, he admitted he often uses concepts from my articles in his speeches, so, quid pro quo, I am using part of his presentation in my column! http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/231/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Wed, 07 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Market Share Task Force_Report-Recommendations.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT NAEDA supports a dealer's right to carry competing product lines. David O'Leary Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT All equipment and inventory financed or refinanced by Secured Party for Debtor that has not been paid off in full by Debtor (the "Financed Equipment and Inventory"); all accounts, chattel paper, inventory, equipment, instruments, investment property, documents, deposit accounts, letter of credit rights, general intangibles, and cash relating to an item of Financed Equipment and Inventory; together with all present and future attachments, additions, accessories, accessions, spare parts, replacements, substitutions, exchanges, trade-ins, repossessions, and returns relating to an item of Financed Equipment and Inventory; insurance payable by reason of loss or damage to the Financed Equipment and Inventory; and all cash and non-cash proceeds of all of the foregoing, including, without limitation, proceeds in the form of goods, future accounts, cash, accounts receivable, other receivables, rental contracts, contract rights, issues, profits, rents, chattel paper, documents, instruments, insurance payable and/or general intangibles related to the Financed Equipment and Inventory. David O'Leary Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT March 2010 For the past two months I have been on the road almost full time and have visited with hundreds of dealers across North America and several manufacturers and suppliers. Despite the hassles at the airports, this is the most rewarding part of my job! After visiting with so many people, I came away with a pretty clear picture of what is on your mind. This month, I simply want to share some of those thoughts with you. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/249/Default.aspx Terry Leath Mon, 08 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT Limit exposure to losses associated with manufacturer prepayments - Evaluate the risks/rewards of prepaying in exchange for discounts, click Limit Exposure to losses ... David O'Leary Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT A headline in a business publication read “Fire Yourself!” The article suggested this bold move as a way to provide business owners and managers with a fresh perspective on their enterprise and as a way to foster innovation. The article encouraged readers to think about their business the way they did when they were first starting out when questions and ideas flowed like a clear mountain stream in the spring. Ah, remember those days! http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/179/Default.aspx David O'Leary Mon, 01 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT I'm cautiously optimistic that 2010 will be good year for equipment dealers. It's unbelievable… another year has passed. Even more unbelievable is that we are entering the last year of the first decade in the new millennium. It seems just a few days ago that we were opening the bubbly to ring in the new millennium. Where does time go? Speaking of time… it’s the time of year when we typically look into that most mystical of all objects, the crystal ball, and attempt to predict the future. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/154/Default.aspx Donna Gonzalez Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT Prior to the establishment of NAEDA's Power Pro Program, there were no universal full-service dealership standards in the OPE industry. Consequently the consumer had no measurable standard by which to compare businesses on their professional ability to provide equipment and/or parts and service. Through Power Pro, full-service dealers can earn accreditation when they verify a significant investment has been made in facilities, wholegoods, parts, inventories, employee salaries and training, tools and equipment, business systems, and advertising. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/113/Default.aspx David O'Leary Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Government Relations/FLSA Summary_2007.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/ReportofAccomplishwithStrategicPlan2006-07_web_rev.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/DoNotCallRegistryRevOct.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Summary of Tax Rules_Section 179_March 2008.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Manufacturer Relations/SteelReport-AEM_FEMA_NAEDA.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Government Relations/Titling and Registation_Briefing Paper.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT The Federal Trade Commision (FTC) has approved a second extension of the FACTA Red Flags Rules. As a result enforcement has been delayed until Aug. 1, 2010. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/9/Default.aspx Joe Dykes Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.senate.gov David O'Leary Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.house.gov David O'Leary Fri, 21 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT <p>&#160;</p> http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Government Relations/Section179TaxSummary-2004taxbills.pdf David O'Leary Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT ACTION SUMMARY The association’s Industry Relations Task Force (IRTF) recently met with AGCO, McCormick and Deere to discuss matters submitted by dealers throughout North America. Current policies and organizational issues were at the core of meeting agendas, which included discussions about consolidation and succession criteria. NAEDA’S POSITION NAEDA’s board, which develops and establishes association policy, supports IRTF meetings with manufacturers. During its spring board meeting, the board requested “written” succession criteria to clarify issues raised by dealers. David O'Leary Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT ACTION SUMMARY In June, NAEDA wrote to top management at ECHO and Shindaiwa to express concerns about the merger of the two companies and how it could affect dealerships located in the same geographical areas and represent both brands. Chief among the concerns is the price competition that may develop between dealers where there previously was none. NAEDA’S POSITION Too much competition is harmful to dealer profitability and ultimately drives down margins. It can also have a negative effect on the ability of dealers to fully represent the value and products of a given manufacturer. The response to NAEDA suggests the companies don’t view overlapping within a territory as an issue. NAEDA remains concerned about any strategy where there seems to be a hesitancy to limit how many dealers may be located within a market area. David O'Leary Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT ACTION SUMMARY CNH Parts & Service recently announced major initiatives to improve parts availability to dealers and boost service to customers. The announcements, made in late July, include a new joint venture to expand the availability of remanufactured engines and components; the expansion of a network of dealers to provide service to broader categories of Fiat-powered equipment; and the establishment of a new parts distribution center in Portland, Ore. NAEDA'S POSITION By all accounts, these actions, coupled with other improvements, are the result of recommendations made by dealers who are members of the CNH Parts Support Advisory Board. Noted one dealer, CNH is listening and responding to the needs of dealers and customer demands. David O'Leary Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT ACTION SUMMARY The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is opposing Shareholder Bill of Rights legislation introduced by Sen. Charles Schumer (D-NY). NAEDA participated in a recent conference call in which the chamber outlined its concerns about the legislation. Under the proposal, the Security and Exchange Commission would be authorized to significantly change corporate governance laws and regulations. The bill would override state corporate laws by mandating shareholder access, separating CEO and chairman roles, imposing say on pay votes, and creating separate risk management committees. NAEDA’S POSITION As it stands, the proposal seeks to create redress for the financial crisis on all companies and would have a negative effect on small and mid-size businesses. Although NAEDA does not have a policy against the legislation, the association opposes the bill on the premise it would merely add more government mandates for dealers and public companies. David O'Leary Wed, 01 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT Fenton, Mo.-- At least a dozen or more employees of equipment dealerships found their homes completely destroyed following a tornado that leveled nearly all of Greensburg, Kan., on May 4. Two dealerships – Greensburg Farm Supply and Greensburg Tractor & Implement – also were destroyed in the storm that packed 200 mph winds and produced a funnel cloud estimated between 1.4 and 1.7 miles wide. http://www.naeda.com/Home/tabid/107/ctl/Details/mid/443/ItemID/162/Default.aspx David O'Leary Wed, 09 May 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Manufacturer Relations/US Ag Equip_Powering Jobs and Dollars_March 2007_Complete.pdf David O'Leary Thu, 01 Mar 2007 00:00:00 GMT http://www.naeda.com/Portals/0/docs/Government Relations/FLSA Summary_2007.pdf David O'Leary Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT Fantini Corn Heads, distributed in the United States by Fantini North America are among the top selling corn heads in Europe and now well known here. http://www.farm-equipment.com/pages/Featured-Product---Fantini-Corn-Heads-from-Fantini-North-America.php Terry Leath Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BobcatNews/~3/g4LHXSQf_b0/viewArticle.html Donna Gonzalez Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT Using GPS and guidance technology from its farm tractors and combines, John Deere has developed robotic Gator utility vehicles for the U.S. military http://farmindustrynews.com/farm-equipment/john-deere-robotic-military-uvs-0629 Terry Leath Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT The new Cat ® TH514 telehandler is a robust and versatile machine with a load capacity of 11,000 lb (4990 kg), forward reach of 30 ft. 3 in. (9.2 m) and with stabilizers in the down position, the machine provides lift height of 45 ft. (13.7 m). The TH514 Telehandler is ideal for general construction and industrial markets, as well as specialty markets including power plants and wind farm applications. http://www.cat.com/cda/files/2268561/7/156PR10 TH514 Release & Image - Final.doc Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT The irrigation trade requires the use of highly specialized equipment, not so-called "multi-task" machines. At least that's what irrigation expert Brian Perwak thought—until he tried the Zahn R300. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DitchWitch-SpecialFeatures/~3/d2REixiUzL8/model.asp Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT Trimble has announced today that a SITECH Technology Dealer has been established to serve contractors in Florida, Georgia and Alabama. SITECH South East joins the network of SITECH dealerships - the first fully dedicated global distribution network [...more] http://www.constructionnewsportal.com/Construction_article7262.html Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT Marty Piel, the Ditch Witch organization's trenching systems expert, offers invaluable advice on how to choose the best digging system components and how to keep them properly maintained. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/DitchWitch-SpecialFeatures/~3/c2Pa8pdyaCw/model.asp Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BobcatNews/~3/fTtww8FUalY/viewArticle.html David O'Leary Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT After setting a record high in 2008, U.S. farm production expenditures decreased by nearly $20 billion in 2009 – the first major decline in nearly a quarter century, according to the Farm Production Expenditures 2009 summary released today by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS). http://www.nass.usda.gov/Newsroom/2010/08_03_2010.asp Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT PEORIA, Ill. – Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) today announced it has selected the city of Victoria, Texas, as the location for the company’s new state-of-the-art hydraulic excavator manufacturing facility. http://www.cat.com/cda/files/2432949/7/081210 Caterpillar to Expand Manufacturing and Increase Employment in the United States with New Hydraulic Excavator Facility in Victoria, Texas.pdf Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT PEORIA, Ill. – Building on its 50-plus-year history in Brazil and capitalizing on the expected growth in Latin America, Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) is announcing today the expansion of its manufacturing operations in Brazil. http://www.cat.com/cda/files/2456987/7/090110 Caterpillar Expands in Brazil; Announces Location of New Facility and Investment in Piracicaba Operations.pdf Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT Volvo Construction Equipment North America recently announced that it has sold the rights to manufacture and sell service and replacement parts for all models Clark-Michigan product line to MinnPar, LLC, a subsidiary of PartsZone, LLC. Since 1982, MinnPar has been the trusted source for OEMs seek... http://www.aednet.org/aednews/index_full_story.cfm?id=10926315 Kathy Bernard Mon, 01 Jan 0001 00:00:00 GMT