The MECHANEX seminar timetable is packed with subjects and servicing tips delivered by experts in their fields, all of which are relevant to today’s independent technician.
MECHANEX EventCity, Manchester, 15th May 2pm-8:30pm & 16th May 10am-4pm, 2018. Register now!
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO STAY AHEAD OF THE GAME
The automotive aftermarket is evolving at an alarming rate, so it’s more important than ever that you stay on top of the latest technology, training, products and information available to your business. Attending MECHANEX – the only regional show dedicated to the specific needs of garages in the UK – is the perfect way to ensure that you are up to speed.
FREE SEMINAR PROGRAMME
Essential technical and business information, tailored to independent garages, delivered by industry experts. The new-look seminar programme at MECHANEX, which is uniquely tailored to garage businesses, will cover a number of key areas – all of which are essential for staying competitive.
MECHANEX SEMINAR THEATRE
Don’t miss the headline technical and business seminars on the main stage
DAY 1 – TUESDAY 15TH MAY (EVENING OPENING)
15:00 – THE BETTER BUSINESS WITH ANDY SAVVA
Key tips for improving productivity and profitability in the workshop
16:30 – PRACTICAL DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES WITH JOSH JONES
Vehicle troubleshooting and fault finding in today’s aftermarket
17:30 – EV & PHEV WITH STEVE CARTER
Keeping up with the pace of change and getting to grips with electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
19:00 – TALK OF THE TRADE
New for 2018, this ‘open forum’, featuring a panel of industry experts, is aimed at encouraging visitors to join the debate and have their say on a variety of industry topics. Got something to say? Don’t be shy!
DAY 2 – WEDNESDAY 16TH MAY
11:00 – EV & PHEV WITH STEVE CARTER
Keeping up with the pace of change and getting to grips with electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles
12:30 – PRACTICAL DIAGNOSTIC TECHNIQUES WITH JOSH JONES
Vehicle troubleshooting and fault finding in today’s aftermarket
13:15 – THE BETTER BUSINESS WITH ANDY SAVVA
Key tips for improving productivity and profitability in the workshop
ON-STAND PRESENTATIONS
MEET THE EXPERTS
PMM’s team of industry guest speakers – Andy Savva, Steve Carter and Josh Jones – will be manning the PMM Live stand throughout the two days of the show. Got a question about business? Have a chat with Andy. Unsure about hybrid and electric technology? Steve’s your man. Looking to improve your diagnostic game? Josh can help.
DISCOVERING BREMBO
Discovering Brembo will take the participants through a picture of Brembo’s world, examining the key aspects of the different product ranges and exploring the evolution and development of the braking system.
Day 1 – 16:00/19:00
Brembo Chrono Race 16:30/19:30
Day 2 – 11:00/14:30
Brembo Chrono Race 11:30/15:00
TIMING BELT DRIVE SYSTEMS
Best practise timing and auxiliary belt replacement with Dayco’s UK technical manager, Glen Goldstone (Running throughout both days of the show)
COMMON FITMENT ISSUES
NTN SNR will cover common issues found when fitting wheel bearings, auxiliary tensioners and strut top mountings
Day 1 – 15:30/18:00/19:30
Day 2 – 11:00/13:00/15:00
INTRODUCTION TO TECHMAN
Online demonstration of the features and benefits of TechMan (Demos taking place at quarter to the hour all day)
AUTOFRONTAL / ADAS
Hickleys will be running two seminars throughout both days of the show.
Autofrontal – learn how Autofrontal could benefit your business.
ADAS – This regular seminar will detail the opportunity for garages, the systems that require calibration, the calibration methods and the equipment packages it can offer.
DAY 1
Autofrontal – 14:30/16:30/18:30
ADAS – 15:30/17:30/19:30
DAY 2
ADAS – 11:00/13:00/15:00
Autofrontal – 12:00/14:00
ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT DPFS
Ceramex will be looking at all things DPF, from soot and ash accumulation to understanding your customer’s drive cycle
DAY 1
15:30/19:00
DAY 2
12:00/14:30
BATTERY MANAGEMENT OVERVIEW
Rotronics will be giving you the chance to find out more about how its range of products and services are improving vehicle reliability and workshop maintenance across the automotive industry. The company will be discussing battery facts and figures, incorporating pro-active approaches to smarter battery maintenance, and how to get the most out of your batteries (15 minute runtime)
DAY 1
11:00/12:00/13:00/14:00/15:00
DAY 2
15:00/16:00/17:00/18:00/19:00
BEST PRACTICE BELT REPLACEMENT
Tim Adams of Schaeffler REPXPERT, will be taking an audience through best practice belt replacement.
DAY 1
15:00/16:30/18:30
DAY 2
11:00/12:30/14:30
TECHNICAL PRODUCT TRAINING
NGK Spark Plugs (UK) will be providing on-stand technical product training for it’s range of products throughout both days.
DAY 1
15:00/16:00/17:00/18:00/19:00
DAY 2
11:00/12:00/13:00/14:00/15:00
ON-STAND DEMONSTRATIONS
Running throughout both days of the show
ABSOLUTE ALIGNMENT
Learn about the profit potential of four wheel alignment on your workshops with live demonstrations of its 3D wheel aligner
CONTINENTAL
VDO will demonstrate how the Autodiagnos Check service tool is perfect for any mechanic and how its TPMS Pro tool can locate a faulty sensor, replace it and reconfigure a new sensor in no time
FAHER
Demonstrations on the effects of friction and how it can be reduced by up to 90%
BUTTS OF BAWTRY
Demonstrations of its spring compressors and wheel alignment machines
KNIPEX
Demonstrations of a selection of tools within its product range
NTN SNR
Live talks and demonstrations on how to correctly reset a hydraulic tensioner and other general fitting tips
