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February 2-4, 2023
Nashville, TN
The Mobile Air Climate Systems Association (MACS) invites you to come to Nashville, TN for our 43rd annual Training Event and Trade Show at the Gaylord Opryland Resort.
MACS Training Event provides a forum that joins all industry segments and professionals together to foster growth and expand knowledge. By facilitating relationships industry-wide, MACS allows industry professionals to easily attain the information they need to solve their customer’s A/C problems.
Over three days attendees can learn from 31 speakers and participate in 41-hours of mobile A/C training. Presentations will feature service and repair knowledge for automotive, light-duty trucks, heavy-duty and off-road trucks, and electric vehicles. Six social events provide important networking time to create and grow relationships.
MACS holds the only mobile A/C product specific Trade Show in the United States. This is your opportunity to meet the expert industry vendors of parts, tools and equipment and chemicals.
MACS will also hold complimentary Section 609 classes in English and Spanish.
Registration is now open.
Pricing:
Full Registration Package: MACS Members $435/Non Members $635
Registration is available for individual events. For more information, please contact the MACS office at (215) 631-7020 or info@www.chdutlbc.com.
Welcoming Reception at The Wildhorse Saloon
Thursday evening, February 2nd, jump on the bus to downtown Music City for the total Nashville experience with your industry friends ! Enjoy, food, drinks, and genuine country music performances at the Wildhorse Saloon. You can even join the line dances and show off your country moves.
Gaylord Opryland Resort – Host Hotel
The MACS annual Training Event is excited to be returning to Nashville and the Gaylord Opryland Resort. The MACS special room rate is $217 per night (plus a resort fee).
Take a video tour of the Gaylord Opryland Resort
To make your reservation via phone, call (877) 351-5021.
Reservation cut-off date is January 9, 2023.
Beware of bogus hotel reservation companies: MACS and the Gaylord Opryland Resort are NOT affiliated with any third party for booking hotel rooms. Should you be contacted to book your hotel room through a third party, please know this is a scam. Please report any suspect activity to MACS.
Also, watch out for brokers offering the full MACS 2023 registration list available for purchase through their organization. Please be aware that MACS never sells conference registration and contact lists to any brokers or third-party entities.
Training Event Program Information
View the full training event program.
Course Legend
(BIZ) = Business Management (EV) = Electric Vehicle (HD) = Heavy Duty
(NET)= Networking (BUS)= Bus (PC/LT)= Passenger Car/Light Truck
Continental Breakfast
Governors Lobby
7:30-8:00am
Grab a cup of coffee and something to eat. This is a great time to network with your peers before you head off to the technical sessions.
Rick White, 180BIZ (BIZ)
Making Your Team Un-Poachable
8:00-9:30am
The staffing shortage is real. What’s everyone’s answer to their employee issues? Steal them? This class will help you make your team un-poachable and dramatically increase employee retention rates.
Al McAvoy, Stellantis (PC/LT)
2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee and Jeep Grand Wagoneer HVAC Systems
8:00-9:30am; Repeats at 1:00-2:30pm
The new Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wagoneer now offer Chrysler’s first 4-zone automatic temperature control A/C system for first and second-row passengers. It includes personalized temperature settings, fan levels and modes for each passenger. Also learn about: •Updates on Stellantis electrification plans •New service library replaces TechCONNECT for factory service information •Scan Tool updates and the new Mopar Diagnostic Pod (MDP) replacing the MicroPOD II’s •R-1234yf service updates
Frank Woodson, Gates (PC/LT)
The Changing Serpentine Belt Drive World
8:00-9:30am
Serpentine belt system diagnostics are important. How do we know if the belt, tensioner or idlers are failing? What are the consequences to the accessories in the system if the belt, tensioner and idlers are past their useful life span? Plus, where is technology taking us in the serpentine belt drive world? Learn the answers to these questions in this session.
Peter Orlando, Carquest Technical Institute / Advance Auto Parts (PC/LT)
Climate Control System Diagnostics: Using Scan Tool Analytics
9:45-11:15am; Repeats at 2:45-4:15pm
Assessing customer complaints with external equipment may not be necessary in all cases to determine diagnostic direction if the answers to a TRUE performance test are built-in to the vehicle.
Dave Hobbs, Delphi Technology by Borg Warner (EV)
HVAC "Hide & Seek" for Electrified Vehicles: Essentials in PHEV and BEV Thermal Management
9:45-11:15am; Repeats at 2:45-4:15pm
Electrified vehicles (HEVs, PHEVs and BEVs) are no longer playing "hide and seek" from the (HEVs) that have been gaining in numbers for over the last 20-years.
Chris Chesney, Repairify (NET)
Keynote Luncheon & Pioneer Awards Sponsored by MAHLE
11:30am-12:45pm
Keynote Topic - The Future of Automotive Service: If you watch the news, no matter the channel, electrification of the Fleet is the star of the show, and its co-star self-driving vehicles are on center stage. This keynote presentation will help you sort out the plot and realize what the true facts are so you can be ready to serve your customers and their vehicles. Electrification is coming, but at what pace and in what form? How do you prepare for the next five years and beyond? The answers may surprise you and enable you to prepare to succeed.
Mike Bailey, the Auto Prof / EMW Environmental Motorworks (EV)
Electric Compressors, EV System Enhancements and Heat Pumps
1:00-2:30pm; Repeats on Saturday, February 4
EV and hybrid manufacturers are searching for every yard/meter of range they can squeeze out of their vehicles. In the race to get their newest offerings into the driveways of consumers, range is a major factor. HVAC can severely effect vehicle range, and engineers are doing everything possible to reduce the impact of this creature comfort/necessity.
Rick White, 180BIZ (BIZ)
How to Save a Problem Employee
1:00-2:30pm
This sounds completely crazy, right? Here's the truth: Forty-two million people quit their jobs voluntarily in 2021. Unemployment is at 3.6% as of June 2022. Economists consider this to be FULL employment. What does all this mean to you?
Mark French, Experian & Bill Thompson, IMR (BIZ)
North American Vehicle and Consumer Trends
3:30-4:00pm
A look at the latest population trends for light vehicles in North America. Presenters will provide insight on replacement rates for popular A/C products and talk about the changing trends in engine size, vehicle segments, electrification, and more. The session will also include Experian’s ability to add demographic information to vehicles in operation and your ability to target specific vehicle owners for your products!
Mark Hazel, IHS Markit (BIZ)
Commercial Vehicle Overview: A Market in Motion
4:00-4:30pm
Learn about the current and future trends shaping the commercial vehicle market. This session will highlight major trends in commercial vehicle registrations as well as the aftermarket parts outlook for the air climate systems in commercial vehicles. Our automotive team S&P Global Mobility spans the entire automotive ecosystem from light-vehicle and heavy-duty OEs and suppliers.
Heavy Duty/Off-Road Technical Session sponsored by Danfoss
See topics & schedule below
8:00am-4:15pm
John Wagner, Paladin Pathway (HD)
Compliance Issues Impacting the Heavy Equipment Industry
8:00-8:30am
Topics will include but not be limited to: • PFAS (Long lasting Chemicals found in drinking water) • TSCA (EPA Toxic Substances Control Act) • California Prop 65 • Other regulatory issues
Joe Long, Peak / Old World Industries (HD)
Heavy Duty Coolants
8:30-9:30am
This presentation will cover the following topics: • OEM approved coolants • Coolant colors • Testing of coolants • Coolant filtering • Treating cooling systems
Gerald Morris, Caterpillar (HD)
Caterpillar Update for Off-Highway Equipment
9:45-10:15am
Topics covered include: • System design and field service updates • Basic tools for troubleshooting • Cat electronic technician (Cat ET) update • Alternative refrigerant for off-highway machines – Update
Paul Krug, Komatsu/Jerry Lemon, Lemco Consulting (HD)
Electric HVAC and No-Idle Control Integration: Examining the benefits of electrification
10:15-11:15am
Jerry and Paul will lead a discussion on the merits of electrification, the impacts of that on mobile air conditioning (and related technology advancements), and what that means to the MACS group. They will discuss the monetization of this emerging technology, how to think about return on investment for upgrades and aftermarket opportunities, and the challenges this brings to the shop owner who might be considering entering this market.
Aaron Clark, Danfoss (HD)
Selection of the Proper O-Ring for your MAC Application
1:00-1:45pm
O-rings play a key role in mobile air conditioning applications by sealing various surfaces to help contain any liquid or gas being conveyed. Factors that can disrupt this function can include chemical resistance, temperature capability, and multiple formulation specific properties. The objective of this presentation is to examine factors that influence the appropriate application and selection of O-rings for mobile air conditioning equipment and to establish useful selection criteria.
Frank Woodson, Gates (HD)
The Changing Serpentine Belt Drive World in HD Vehicles
1:45-2:30pm
Serpentine belt system diagnostics are important. How do we know if the belt, tensioner, or idlers are failing? What are the consequences to the accessories in the system if the belt, tensioner, and idlers are past their useful life span? Plus, where is technology taking us in the serpentine belt drive world? Learn the answers to these questions in this session.
Eric Weiss, Mobile Climate Control (HD)
IOT Diagnostics and Predictive Maintenance
2:45-3:30pm
The “Internet of Things” makes connectivity with A/C control units possible, and this technology is proving itself to be a powerful tool, providing engineering and service data not only for field trial units, but also for full scale production systems in all types of machines from skid steers to buses. Data can be pulled LIVE every minute or every 30-seconds, and in some cases, this connection can be maintained 24/7 with the vehicle. With this data, when the customer says they have a fault, you can go back and look at the data, find out when it occurred, and exactly what happened. This presentation explains the technology that not only helps diagnose systems that are currently experiencing issues, but also has the power to help prevent the machine from going down in the first place.
John Finn, Daimler Trucks North America (HD)
New Strategies for the Trucking Industry
3:30-4:15pm
Technology is progressing at a rapid pace in every segment of business and trucking is no different! Is the Aftermarket transportation industry prepared to compete in the new global ever-changing environment? This session will address how the world, and more importantly trucking is adapting to the new challenges of fast paced technology and innovation. How the current model that has been in place for decades needs to shift and what DTNA and the trucking industry are doing to compete in this new environment. Combining digital tools, logistics, and a premium portfolio of products are what’s winning in the today’s digital world. Learn how DTNA is investing in this new strategy.
MACS Member Meeting (NET)
4:35-5:00pm
The MACS member meeting will review the state of the association, introduce our 2023 officers and board members, and thank our outgoing board members.
Welcome Reception Sponsored by Honeywell, Omega, Robinair, Texa (NET)
at the Wildhorse Saloon
6:30-8:00pm
Thursday evening, jump on the bus and cruise to downtown for the total Nashville experience with your industry friends! Enjoy, food, drinks, and genuine country music performances at the Wildhorse Saloon. You can even join the line dances and show-off your country moves.
Breakfast
Governor C
7:30-8:00am
Grab a cup of coffee and something to eat. This is a great time to network with your peers before you start your day.
General Session
8:00-9:45am
U.S. – EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Update & OEM, Tier 1, and Selected Guests Panel Discussion
MACS Trade Show (NET)
10:00am-4:00pm
Visit mobile A/C industry product experts and find out what’s new in service and repair, parts, tools and equipment and chemicals. Enjoy a bite to eat and network with the best in the business. "Grab a Bite" lite lunch sponsored by Bergstrom.
Agnes Pérez, Auto Air Parts of Puerto Rico
SECCIÓN 609 en Espanol
1:00-3:00pm
Todos los técnicos que abren el circuito de refrigeración en el sistema de aire acondicionado de un automóvil deben estar certificados en los procesos de recogido y reciclaje del refrigerante para estar en acuerdo con la sección 609 del “Clean Air Act Amendments” del 1990. Este programa de entrenamiento y certificación de MACS consiste en una presentación audiovisual aprobada por la EPA para el procedimiento del recogido y reciclaje del refrigerante, además del manual de entrenamiento y certificación de MACS seguido por 25 preguntas a libro cerrado. Esta certificación está actualizada para el R-1234yf. El examen es gratis.
Complimentary Section 609 Tech Training & Certification!
1:00-3:00pm
Here’s the perfect opportunity for mobile A/C technicians to check out the leading suppliers to the mobile A/C industry at MACS Trade Show and then attend the U.S. EPA-required training and Section 609 certification – ALL IN ONE PLACE! Sponsored by Texas Truck
"A Toast to Myron" After Party Sponsored by AirSept (NET)
4:00-5:00pm
Stop by after the MACS Trade Show to network with friends and colleagues and share a toast to Myron Stein, a legend in our industry. Aaron Becker, president of AirSept, invites all to stop in for a cocktail and a shared tribute to honor the company’s founder, a former recipient of the MACS Career Achievement Award and the MACS Industry Pioneer Award.
Continental Breakfast
Governors Lobby
7:30-8:00am
Grab a cup of coffee and something to eat. This is a great time to network with your peers before you head off to the technical sessions.
Gene Dianetti, Retired – Parker Hannifin Corp (PC/LT)
TXVs, Superheat, MOP and More!
8:00-9:30am; Repeats at 1:00-2:30pm
Come to this class to learn everything you ever wanted to know about expansion valves - how they work, what superheat is, what does MOP stand for? Different styles and designs of TXVs will be discussed. You've always wondered - now, you'll know!
Paul Pelly, Collaborative Partner – FutureTech Auto (EV)
Building an EV Training Program That’s Best for Your Business and Service Team.
8:00-9:30am; Class repeats at 1:00-2:30pm
Selecting training courses that provide both value and practical application is as important as partnering with an experienced training supplier.
Dr. Mark Quarto, FutureTech Auto (EV)
A/C Compressor Diagnostics for Electrified Vehicle Systems (Workshop 1)
8:00-11:15am
High Voltage (HV) electric A/C compressors in hybrid and electric vehicles have an extensive role in vehicle systems operation. The A/C compressor not only cools the vehicle cabin but, it can also be the primary component for cooling the electric vehicle battery pack. Using live vehicles, this mini hands-on workshop is designed to cover A/C compressor specifications, high and low voltage circuits, 3-phase power Inverter operation, and HV electric compressor controls (which are significantly different than electric propulsion systems). Additionally, this session will cover how to utilize oscilloscopes, current clamps (AC and DC), current meters, scan tools, and compressor manufacturer information as resources to determine compressor state-of-health and identify various failure modes on live vehicles.
“G” Jerry Truglia, ATTS / Dorman Products (PC/LT)
Understanding and Diagnosing Air Conditioning
8:00-9:30am; Class repeats at 1:00-2:30pm
This class goes beyond minimum requirements for recovery, evacuating, recharging, and recycling by offering real world examples in diagnosing and repairing A/C electrical, computer / BCMs, climate control and electronic components. Most of today’s vehicles come equipped with electronically controlled A/C systems. Auto A/C systems have become more difficult to diagnose using the repair strategies learned from years of servicing R-12 and R-134a systems. This class will cover operation and service of todays and tomorrow’s air conditioning systems including R-1234yf.
Agnes Pérez, Auto Air Parts of Puerto Rico (PC/LT)
Mejores practicas: Teoría, diagnósticos y procedimientos del sistema de aire acondicionado automotriz
8:00-9:30am (Part 1); 9:45-11:15am (Part 2)
Este curso describe los procedimientos de servicio y reparación de aires acondicionados relacionados a los sistemas móviles. Los procedimientos descritos en este programa deberán ayudarte a garantizar un diagnóstico más preciso, realizar reparaciones de alta calidad ayudando en la reducción de las reapariciones y logrando una mayor satisfacción con el cliente. Los principales temas que se cubren el curso incluyen: - Sistemas de aire acondicionado: qué hacen y cómo lo hacen - Componentes del sistema de aire acondicionado: descripción y funcionamiento - Refrigerantes y aceites del sistema de aire acondicionado - Precauciones y prácticas esenciales de servicio del sistema de aire acondicionado
Jerry Mungle, ACDelco (EV)
Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Operation, Diagnosis, and Repair
9:45-11:15am; Class repeats 2:45-4:45pm
This training seminar provides an overview of hybrid and electric vehicle designs, operation, and servicing. Diagnosing and servicing Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEV) and Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) requires an in-depth understanding of their design and operation. This course covers the operation of HEV and BEV propulsion systems, driveline configurations, high voltage batteries, drive motors / generators, and charging systems. The course also covers HEV and BEV servicing procedures including high voltage safety, high voltage disabling / enabling, loss of isolation diagnosis, and range related conditions.
Russ Hutton, Collaborative Partner - FutureTech Auto (EV)
How to Prepare your Shop to be Profitable When Adding EV Service and Repair
9:45-11:15am; Class repeats 2:45-4:45pm
Adding services that will support the over 8-million hybrid and electric VIO can significantly add to business profitability. Knowing which services is a helpful starting point to any shop or technician. In this session, Russ Hutton will outline, and provide a step-by-step roadmap to, the services that can easily be added and how to incorporate these services into your daily shop schedule sheet. Services such as pre-purchase inspections, hybrid “tune” up, high voltage (HV), HVAC service, state-of-health testing on high voltage (HV) systems (propulsion, battery pack, dc-dc converter, etc.), cooling systems, HV charging system, brake systems, and more will be highlighted to help you get started or add to your existing service menu.
Dr. Mark Quarto, FutureTech Auto (EV)
What Can Be Inspected and Serviced on Electrified Vehicles Now (Workshop 2)
1:00-4:15pm
Hybrid and electric vehicles have been in the U.S. automotive market for close to 25 years. However, field testing and diagnostic techniques for confirming failed high voltage (HV) components or, determining component/systems state-of-health (SOH) have not progressed beyond the scan tool (DTCs) or limited off-board testing. High voltage systems are highly integrated and aging or failure of one system can significantly impact all other HV systems. This hands-on session with live vehicles will concentrate on SOH testing (non-DTC testing or predictive/prognostic) for the core high voltage systems, including the air conditioning systems for LD, MD, and HD vehicles. These systems will include the battery pack, electric machines, power inverter, dc-dc converter, HVAC, and HV charging systems.
Steve Schaeber, MACS (PC/LT)
Mobile A/C Best Practices
1:00-2:30pm
This course describes “Best Practices” service and repair methods pertaining to mobile A/C systems. The procedures outlined in this program should help assure more accurate diagnoses, high-quality long-lasting repairs, reduction of comebacks and increased customer satisfaction. Major topics in the course include: • A/C systems: What they do and how they do it • A/C system components: Description and operation • Refrigerants and oils • Essential service practices and precautions
Mike Bailey, the Auto Prof / EMW Environmental Motorworks (EV)
Electric Compressors, EV System Enhancements and Heat Pumps
2:45-4:15pm
EV and hybrid manufacturers are searching for every yard/meter of range they can squeeze out of their vehicles. In the race to get their newest offerings into the driveways of consumers, range is a major factor. HVAC can severely effect vehicle range, and engineers are doing everything possible to reduce the impact of this creature comfort/necessity.
Heavy Duty/Off-Road Technical Session
See topics & schedule below
8:00am-4:15pm
Yevgeniy Beygel, Bergstrom (HD)
Ventilation in high efficiency HVAC systems as related to cabin CO2 levels
8:00-8:30am
Evaluation of the effect of the reduced outside air flow rates on the ventilation of the vehicle and machine cabins. With the introduction of the high efficiency HVAC systems, the amount of the outside air flow is reduced to improve efficiency and lower required capacity and power consumption, which can cause poor air quality and increased CO2 levels. We will discuss CO2 level limits, ways to mitigate poor air quality in design and service.
Rachel Dill, Schrader Pacific (HD)
A/C Service Ports: Small Product, Big Value
8:30-9:00am
Every A/C system has service ports, but not all systems are created equal! Service port products come in a variety of sizes and types, and each combination works a little differently. This presentation will discuss product distinction, selection, application, and proper usage to achieve the best system performance and user satisfaction.
Matt Farel, INFICON (HD)
Why it's Important Now, to Improve Your A/C Skills
9:00-9:30am
With the rising cost of refrigerant, improving your method of leak detection is now more important than ever before. If you're relying on your RRR machine to leak check, you could be missing large leaks that result in comebacks and rack up warranty costs. EV climate control systems can also be problematic if you aren't checking for leaks using an electronic leak detector. Join Matt Farel, sales manager for the automotive Aftermarket, as he dives into the misconception of "passing the leak test" with your currently required equipment, and how using an electronic leak detector can eliminate repeated customer repair visits.
Kermit Walden, Trans/Air Manufacturing (BUS)
Proper Charging Procedures for School and Transit Buses
9:45-10:15am
Charging a mobile A/C system with the correct amount of refrigerant is key for proper system operation. School and transit buses can pose special challenges for technicians.
Sherwood Wheeler, AGCO Corporation (HD)
AGCO equipment HVAC Service and Repair
10:15-11:15am
The program will feature product updates on AGCO-built products including TSB information, product improvements, and more information on specific HVAC systems. The program will also include A/C system diagnostics and refrigerant capacity update for new models and approved revisions to previously published refrigerant capacity.
Jerry Lemon, Lemco Consulting (HD)
Heavy-duty Truck and Agricultural Machinery Mobile A/C Best Practices
1:00-4:15pm
Servicing heavy duty A/C systems has become more complicated in recent years as vehicle and equipment OEMs continue to build more modern and complex systems. Presented by MACS, the worldwide leader in mobile A/C information and training, this clinic will help service technicians to better understand component design and integration, testing, and replacement, along with recommended best service practices to get the job done right the first time.
Silver Sponsors
General Program Sponsors
Golf Hole Sponsors
Exhibitor Information
The MACS 2023 Trade Show will be held in Ryman Expo B4 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort on Friday, February 3 from 10am-4pm.
Sign up for a trade show booth today!
NEW PRODUCT OPPORTUNITIES & FORM
EXHIBITOR BADGE & REGISTRATION PACKAGE FORM
The overall dates for the 2023 Annual Training Event are February 2-4 at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, TN.
Registration for the event now open.
GES is the official Service Contractor of the MACS Trade Show.
Getting there
Nashville International Airport
Gaylord Opryland Airport Shuttle
Shuttle will run every hour at the top of the hour, from the Cascades Canopy at the Resort to BNA and on the bottom of the hour from BNA to the Resort
$18 One way; Children 12 & under are free with paid adult
Purchase tickets online or (615) 889-1000
What to do
Gaylord Opryland Resort Shuttle
to Wildhorse Saloon and downtown Nashville
