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new S.17 Corrosion Control Study Group will present an in-depth look into corrosions issues. Fleet and supplier panelists will present case studies of specifi c corrosion issue. Attendees at this session will learn the latest strategies for dealing with vehicle corrosion through live demonstrations. Retention failure analysis: practical strategies for managing technician turnover Because a major concern for many fl eets is recruiting and retaining quality technicians, TMC’s Professional Technical Development Committee (PTDC) will present an in-depth look at several factors impacting this issue and what fl eets can do to eff ect positive changes within their organizations. Among other things, panelists will: • Address what needs to be done to attract and integrate millennials into the workforce. • Look at strategies to manage turnover due to retirements. • Share how to use education, training and other tools to reduce technician turnover. • Address generational diversity and strategies for dealing with ageism in fl eet operations. • Discuss how technicians are prepared in trade school and how that compares to industry needs. STUDY GROUP SESSIONS TMC Study Groups are standing committees that identify problems and challenges facing motor carriers and other truck equipment users. Th ese groups, which are long-term in nature, study a specifi c sector of truck technology or management. Study group meetings taking place at TMC’s 2016 Fall Meeting include: 48V electrical systems: how do we get there? Th is meeting will consider the advantages of migrating to 48V electrical systems and what kind of sustained commitment from the industry is necessary to adopt them. Presenters will share fi ndings from a new TMC information report on the subject, and engineers from the industry will explore this transition. Tire repair specifi cations to reduce roadside failures Th is session will focus on advances and changes in truck tire repair procedures that are designed to reduce failures. Attendees will be shown how to set repair specifi cations, analyze scrap tire repair failures, inspect repair providers and limit exposure to repair failure downtime. Next generation engine oils (PC-11): what it means for 2017 Th e latest updates on the upcoming oil specifi cation will be shared during this session. Subjects to be covered include: • Details of the new formulations. • Guidance in identifying new oil classes. • How new engine design changes prompted the need for new oil packages. • What to do in case new formulations are accidently mixed. Implementing effective preventive maintenance inspection strategies Th is session will off er a live demonstration of TMC’s recently updated Recommended Practices on Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI). Members of TMC’s Educator Committee will walk attendees through the new PMI sequence and provide tips for improving PMI programs. Attendees also will receive a complimentary copy of one of TMC’s new PMI manuals. Electronic stability control: sooner or later, your fl eet will have it Th e new Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 136 will require Electronic Stability Control (ESC) on truck tractors and certain buses with a GVWR of more than 26,000 lbs with the hopes of preventing up to 2,329 crashes, 858 injuries and 60 fatalities annually. Th ose in attendance at this session will learn what to expect from ESC technology when it comes to operation, maintenance, repair and diagnostics. Electrifi cation of trailers, shorepower and how to set it all up properly TMC’s S.7 Trailers, Bodies and Material Handling Study Group is developing a recommended practice (RP) on how to specify, purchase and install plug-in electrical connection infrastructure with a focus on safety and interoperability issues. Panelist at this session will cover hardware, safety, cord management and communication options, in addition to systems required for charging pallet jacks and trailer unloading systems. Attendees also will hear about what recommendations are being proposed for electric-powered transport refrigeration units and how it could impact operations. Implementing green architecture for fl eet operations Some businesses, including trucking companies, are recognizing a need for green building techniques in planning future property investments. Attendees at this session will learn how fl eets can incorporate green architecture principles to reduce their carbon footprint and save money. Presenters will explain various aspects of developing a sustainability plan or report. Electronic logging devices: operational awareness Representatives from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) will provide insight on the process of implementing the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate. Panelists will include fl eet representatives who will discuss implementation strategies, important operational considerations and training issues. Th ere also will be an update on TMC’s development of a RP on electronic onboard recorders (EOBRs) and ELDs. Hydraulic system component failure analysis Th is session will address common causes for hydraulic pump and power source failures, along with measures to prevent and correct these issues. Panelists also will off er failure analysis recommendations based on RP 1514. For complete details on the 2016 Fall Meeting, phone 703-838-1763. With the theme, Crafting Maintenance and Technology Solutions, TMC’s 2016 Fall Meeting is focused on providing informational sessions to keep attendees abreast of the latest vehicle technologies and maintenance practices. Photo courtesy of Marsh Galloway, TMC Other TMC meeting sessions Other events taking place during TMC’s 2016 Fall Meeting include: TMCSUPERTECH2016: Trucking’s 12th annual National Technician Skills Competition. PTDC TECHNICIAN TRAINING FAIR: TMC’s Professional Technician Development Committee (PTDC) is conducting three training sessions for technicians, shop supervisors and fl eet managers. Those sessions are: • Diesel exhaust fl uid and aftertreatment systems. • Filter technology fundamentals. • Fan clutch technology overview. TMC TOWN MEETING AND FLEET OPERATORS’ FORUM: During the Town Meeting, TMC presents information about what’s happening within the organization. The Fleet Operators’ Forum allows fl eet attendees to bring up equipment problems that they have been unable to resolve. FLEET TALK/SHOP TALK: TMC’s Fleet Talk is a dialogue open only to fl eet attendees. Topics of interest that emerge from Fleet Talk will be addressed at Shop Talk for open discussion before the entire council. Shop Talk, open to all registered attendees, is a chance to learn and share the tricks of the trade from the industry’s best experts. Shop talk includes the Fleet Operators’ Forum Wrap-up as well. TMC TASK FORCES: These meet to develop industry recommended practices, information reports and position papers covering every aspect of Class 2 to 8 commercial vehicle maintenance, specifi cation and maintenance management. TMC NEW TECHNOLOGY PRESENTATIONS: These presentations are designed to inform attendees of features or applications of new components, tools, services and technologies without engaging in blatant merchandising, advertising or harmful competitive references. TMCFUTURETECH2016: TMC is hosting its second annual National Student Technician Competition – TMCFutureTech. The event is designed to promote career opportunities as commercial vehicle technicians. TMC SOCIAL EVENT: The Fall Meeting’s annual buffet dinner will have a NASCAR theme. NASCAR inspired games will include linked Daytona Simulators, an eight-car Stock Car Challenge and a Pit Stop Challenge. VehicleServicePros.com ❚ JULY 2016 ❚ FLEET MAINTENANCE 43


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