2009 Tech & Skills Regional Conferences
The new schedule of Tech & Skill Conferences has been released. Be sure to save the date for the next conference nearest you!
AERA 2009 Membership Directory and
Spec Manuals
The 2009 membership directory and head & block, crankshaft and connecting
rod specification manuals are now available!
A.E.R.AID
In order to better deliver up-to-date information on a timely basis, AERA has established A.E.R.Aid. Roughly three times per year, members will receive the A.E.R.Aid CD in their monthly mailing. In addition to the latest PRO-SIS update, the A.E.R.Aid CD will also contain PRO-SIS (both Spanish and English trial versions), a trial version of AERA SMS (AERA Shop Management Solutions software) and the most recent AERA specification manuals.
Engine Professional Magazine
AERA’s new quarterly publication Engine Professional (EP) replaces monthly ShopTalk and offers readers highly technical and application driven articles with full-color graphics.
PRO-SIS Engine Specification Software
Stop wasting time trying to locate engine specs! With our specialized computer software and just a click of your mouse, you’ll have access to more than 4,000 engines listed from Acura to Zetor, over 33,000 casting numbers, 2,200 AERA technical bulletins along with the technical drawings and diagrams. PRO-SIS has specifications and casting numbers for cylinder blocks, heads, crankshafts, connecting rods, camshafts and flywheels. Everything that AERA has published is in the PRO-SIS program.
AERA Shop Management Solutions
Are you turning a profit or just turning wrenches? Shop Management Solutions (SMS) is a full-featured shop management program for your PC, designed by engine builders for engine builders to address profitable shop operations. Create estimates, work orders and invoices; schedule work by employee, department, or due date; import parts pricing from standard files; establish profit margin; inventory management; kitting; reporting; and a new general ledger feature allows for seamless integration with QuickBooks Professional. And, SMS is available only to AERA members.
Shipping discounts for AERA members
As an AERA member, you are eligible to receive exclusive discounts and preferred pricing with two of the leading transportation providers in the industry. AERA has partnered with DHL, Roadway Express and UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Whether you ship in North America or around the world, these carriers can provide a solution. To enroll in the AERA Shipping Program, call 1-800-MEMBERS (636-2377) and ask for Extension 303.
Do you have a website for your business?
Stop paying those high fees for your website and read this letter from Dean Yatchyshyn, fellow AERA member and owner of Cresap Automotive Machine. AERA saved his shop over $500 a year by having us host his website. If you are looking to have a website created, visit our Website Templates and give us a call to see how we can help you get on the web.
EREF Scholarships and Grants
The purpose of the EREF is to establish scholarships and provide grants to assist those who desire training in the field of engine building / rebuilding. The EREF website has complete details about the scholarships and grants available.
Save money on your electric, gas and waste bills!
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