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The countdown to TMC

With just two weeks to go, its full steam ahead for the Technology and Maintenance Conference (TMC) which will be held at the Kangan Automotive Centre of Excellence in Docklands, Melbourne from October 21-23.

Sponsored by PACCAR Parts, the event is the trucking industry’s premier national gathering featuring truck service and maintenance professionals from fleet and workshop managers, technical regulators, mechanics and service technicians.

With over 24 sessions and hands-on workshops, TMC has secured an impressive lineup of over 40 speakers to share the latest industry insights, technology updates and best practices over two full conference days.

Check out the TMC Exhibitor area and interact with a diverse array of suppliers, manufacturers, telematics operators and industry professionals.

Find out more about the exhibitors on the TMC Exhibitor page (TMC Exhibitors | ATA (truck.net.au))

Other program highlights include:

PACCAR Parts Fun Night – Monday, October 21 (5.30-8.00pm)

The event is returning to the much-loved venue, the Fox Collection Classic Car Museum, promising a night to remember for all attendees.

Known for bringing together industry professionals in a relaxed and entertaining atmosphere, you’ll get to prove that your Scalextric slot car skills haven’t gone away – except this time it will be on a large-scale slot car track. There will be plenty of opportunities to win fantastic prizes, provided by the amazing sponsor PACCAR Parts.

The PACCAR Parts Fun Night returns to the much-loved venue, the Fox Collection Classic Car Museum. Image: ATA

Building connections for business success – Tuesday, October 22

Developing deep connections and partnerships with suppliers and customers is a key to doing business in the trucking industry. How we used to connect with people is very different to the way it’s done today, with technology playing a huge role. How do we strike the right balance between new age digital connections and old school personal relationships for business success? Join PACCAR Australia Managing Director Damian Smethurst for this thought-provoking keynote, which will also include an update on the state of the industry.

Truck and trailer driver assistance technology and braking – Tuesday, October 22

Join TMC for workshop and live demonstration sessions, such as this one.

Gain a comprehensive overview of the latest safety and electronic systems for heavy vehicles and trailers, available from factory or through aftermarket fitment.

Witness a live demonstration featuring a vehicle and road train trailer electronic braking setup, showcasing best practices for achieving optimal braking compatibility – a TMC first!

It’s Here – the Technical Q&A – Wednesday, October 23

TMC’s signature session – the Technical Q&A – is back for 2024.

If you have questions about defect notices, compliance, or vehicle standards, be sure to submit them in advance. Our panel of judges will address your inquiries and provide valuable insights.

Hosted by Rachel Michaud from Knorr-Bremse, the panel will include—

• the director of the NHVR’s Central Region, Brett Patterson

• the NHVR’s director of policy implementation, Peter Austin, and

• the workshop manager at Herb Blanchard Haulage, Chris Blanchard,

EBS maintenance from compressor to wheel end – Wednesday, October 23

Shane Pendergast from Air Brake Systems, will lead this ground floor workshop by reviewing EBS maintenance issues all the way from the compressor to the wheel ends, with topics including—

• the importance of having a good compressor that supplies clean air

• service intervals for brake valves

• adjusting brake components, and

• the value of regular roller brake testing.

Smart OBM – Productivity, Safety and Sustainability – Wednesday, October 23

Join representatives from Teletrac Navman, Airtec, TCA and Air Brake Systems for a discussion on smart OBM. Discover how regulatory telematics, Smart OBM and TEBS technology are improving both productivity and safety outcomes industry wide and how this data is critical to measuring and managing CO2 emissions to meet your sustainability goals.

Check out the full program line-up at https://truck.net.au/tmc/.

Whether you’re planning to attend just for the day, get the new Fun Night +One day combination pass or keen on a full 3-day conference experience, secure your ticket today.

To book, click here. Ticket sales close on Sunday, October 13.

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