Since DPF cleaning facilities make money by servicing DOC, DPF, and SCR units, how far do they go into telling the shop that dropped it off or the filter owner what the filter condition was? Or that a further look into the engine is necessary to keep from having more aftertreatment issues quickly?
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“Solder & Soot” Podcast Episode 19: Roppel Industries
In the cooling systems industry, the Roppel family of Kentucky is well known. In this episode of “Solder & Soot,” we sit down with father and son Tom and Corey Roppel to learn about the early days of the family business and how Roppel Industries has transformed over the past 75 years. This episode isn’t strictly all business, though. We also talk about Kentucky bourbon, learn about Tom’s best pranks, and hear why the Roppels refuse to wear socks.
Career Opportunity
NARSA/IDEA is looking for a person to be the next Executive Director of the association. NARSA/IDEA will provide the new Executive Director a proven framework for their success. Processes and procedures have been outlined and used for building a successful association which is growing and prospering. Financial compensation is commensurate with experience and skills.
July/August 2022 Cooling Journal
The latest issue of the Cooling Journal spotlights one of NARSA/IDEA's longtime members who is celebrating a major milestone: 75 years! Learn how Roppel Industries has adapted over the years as a family business and how NARSA/IDEA has played a role in their success. Plus, the NARSA International Tour heads to the United Kingdom!
“Solder & Soot” Podcast Episode 18: Luis Duran
We dive into the dynamics of running a family business with Bobby’s father Luis Duran in this episode of “Solder & Soot.” Learn how Luis first got involved in the cooling systems industry, his service in the Air Force, and how he ran two companies in New Jersey and Puerto Rico. You’ll also hear from Luis about how vital NARSA was to his success.
Honoring Our Industry’s Experts: David Bienvenu
I recently had the honor to preside over the induction of one of the most admired members of the NARSA/IDEA community. David Bienvenu has been a fixture of the NARSA community for more than 30 years now. I first met David at a NARSA event at his shop in 2009. It was one of the most successful Ed-Techs to that point, and it opened my eyes to a whole other branch of the heat transfer industry.
Thermal Management Expo August 30 & 31 in Cleveland
Thermal Management Expo, is the only free-to-attend exhibition and conference dedicated to the thermal management sector, taking place on August 30-31 at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
David Bienvenu Inducted into Hall of Fame
Longtime NARSA member David Bienvenu was inducted into the Cooling Systems Service Hall of Fame on Friday, May 6 in Houston, Texas during the 2022 Spring Conference. There is no higher honor in our industry than to be inducted into the Cooling Systems Service Hall of Fame. Among the speakers honoring David included former NARSA Board Member Riekie Roncinske and Bill Rickermann of Affton Radiator.
May/June 2022 Cooling Journal
We share all of the highlights from the NARSA/IDEA 2022 Spring Conference in Texas in this latest issue of the Cooling Journal! Hear from members about the new ideas they learned from the meeting, their favorite presentations, and other special moments. Plus, we include a member spotlight on new member DPF Alternatives based in Colorado.
NARSA/IDEA 2022 Spring Conference Wraps Up in Texas
It was a jam-packed 2 days of learning and networking at Don Hart’s Radiator in Waller and at the Houston CityPlace Marriott at Springwoods Village for the 2022 Spring Conference in Texas. More than 120 NARSA/IDEA members from across the United States, Canada, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America were in attendance.