Construction not in Recession, but Depression:
AED and the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) have launched Start Us Up USA!, a grassroots campaign to call on Congress to quickly reauthorize federal surface transportation programs and enact other legislation to help the equipment industry recover from the unprecedented economic downturn.
AEDUniversity 2010 Seminar Schedule:
Your source for continuing business education and industry specific training for your managers.
AED and CAED Announce Integration:
On January 22, 2010, Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) and the Canadian Association of Equipment Distributors (CAED) formally announced that the two associations have agreed to integrate their operations under AED management. Under the arrangement, all administrative functions as well as management of Canadian-focused events and membership services will be centered at AED's Oak Brook, Ill., headquarters.
The Best Kept Secret in the Distribution Industry:
There is a secret when it comes to spending wisely in today's economy. The divide that separates "value" and "luxury" has always existed, yet in these uncertain financial times smart money always says that you should get the most bang for your hard-earned buck. And make sure you spend it wisely, too. It makes no sense to overspend on anything, and with the market like it is there's really no justifiable excuse for paying too much.
2009 Cost of Doing Business Report:
The most up-to-date comparative financial performance information not available anywhere else. Conducted every year, this study is designed to serve as an easy-to understand tool for dealers to evaluate their own company's operating results in order to pinpoint strengths and weaknesses, and improvement opportunities.
Construction Equipment Distribution (CED) magazine:
With CED, content is king. No fluff, no advertorials - CED just gives AED members what they want to read: business information, industry and association news, plus fresh, original and useful feature articles that they share with their management teams. Our subjects range from rental, product support, sales strategy and customer service to technology, construction markets and legislation - and much more.
Safety Training:
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers offers an extensive line of safety products, including manuals, videos, training packages, bulletins and technical standards, and Free Safety Training Materials. All AED members can now purchase these AEM safety materials at a newly increased discount rate of 30%.
Highway Reauthorization Action Center:
The U.S. economy may be in a recession, but the construction industry is in a depression.
AEDToday Construction Distribution Blog:
Check our daily posts of articles and resources for construction equipment dealers. Add your own comments and perspectives, participate in poll questions, and suggest topics for discussion. See who's writing today at
www.aednet.org/aedtoday
AED Membership Directory:
The 2009-2010 AED Membership Directory contains complete contact information on AED dealer members in the US., Canada and around the world. Address, phone, fax, Web site, key executives, branch locations and manufacturers represented are all listed. The directory also includes contact information on member manufacturers and service firms.
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