NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Next-Day Fleet Service into Alabama and Surrounding Areas Wilsonville, OR Nov. 23, 2011– NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced expanded next-day fleet delivery service to regions in Alabama, Mississippi and Florida beginning Wednesday, Nov. 30, 2011 for orders placed on Tuesday.

Using Keystone Automotive, Inc.’s company-owned fleet, the new service will be delivering to RV customers three business days a week. This enhanced offering also extends delivery cut-off times from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.

NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Next-Day Fleet Service into the Carolinas and Surrounding Areas Wilsonville, OR Nov. 17, 2011 – NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced expanded next-day fleet delivery service to regions in North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, Virginia and West Virginia beginning Monday, Nov. 21, 2011.

Using Keystone Automotive, Inc.’s company-owned fleet, the new service will be delivering to RV customers between three and five business days a week.  This enhanced offering also extends delivery cut-off times from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.

NTP and Keystone view the continued expansion as key for their focus in the RV industry.

“We’ve been around for 50 years because we’re passionate about seeing our RV partners succeed,” said Greg Boyd, President for NTP. “This new partnership with Keystone is helping us enhance service to the RV industry and allowing our customers to grow with us.”

Ed Orzetti, President and CEO of Keystone, added that the partnership allows Keystone to focus on servicing its distinct customer bases with the products and expertise they uniquely require.  "Bringing this type of service level to RV customers in the Southeastern US, is how we intend to leverage our strong logistics and distribution capabilities in a way that lets NTP offer dealers in this particular market a much stronger value proposition."

NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Next-Day Fleet Service into Florida
Wilsonville, OR Nov. 10, 2011 –NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced expanded next-day fleet delivery service to Florida beginning Monday, Nov. 14, 2011.

This new three-day offering utilizing Keystone Automotive Operations’ dedicated fleet will provide next-day service to new and existing customers in the service area.  Delivery cut-off times have also been extended from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.

 “Our customers are really excited by our new support in this area,” said Regional Sales Manager, Fred Strange. “Florida is an important market, and we’re happy we can provide this level of service.”

NTP previously announced similar capabilities in Arizona, Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama as they continue to leverage the new partnership with Keystone.

NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Opening of Northeast Distribution Center

Wilsonville, OR Nov. 8, 2011 – NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced that it will begin servicing customers in the Northeast with a new distribution center in Exeter, PA before the end of this year. As the latest indication of the benefits customers will gain from NTP’s integration with Keystone Automotive Operations, customers will ultimately have access to a complete selection of inventory housed in Keystone’s 800,000 square foot warehouse in PA.  The new distribution center will round out a national presence for NTP in all regions of the country. 

In addition to utilizing the current PA warehouse, NTP will leverage Keystone’s fulfillment and logistics capabilities.  Upon opening of operations in PA, NTP’s Northeast customers will enjoy the broadest product offering, improved cutoff times for ordering, and next day delivery on Keystone’s dedicated fleet trucks.  This operational capability and customer service will present a compelling new option for the RV industry in aftermarket parts distribution in the Northeast.

“NTP’s expansion into the Northeast is a significant step in our overall strategy,” said Keystone Automotive Operations CEO Ed Orzetti. “Leveraging our combined strengths positions NTP to become the national leader in RV aftermarket parts and accessories distribution.”

In recent years, NTP has been focused on expanding their operations into a national presence, most recently adding a facility in Austell, GA in 2010. According to Greg Boyd, President of NTP, expansion into the Northeast has long been a part of NTP’s roadmap.

“The Northeast is a crucial market for NTP and one we’ve been planning to enter holistically for a long time,” said Boyd. “One of the most exciting things about our partnership with Keystone is our ability to grow much quicker than we would have otherwise been able to.”

NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Next-Day Fleet Service into the Southeast

Wilsonville, OR Oct. 26, 2011–NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced expanded next-day fleet delivery service to regions in Georgia, South Carolina, Tennessee and Alabama beginning Monday, Nov. 7, 2011.

Using Keystone Automotive, Inc.’s company-owned fleet, the new service will be delivering to RV customers three business days a week in most areas.  This enhanced offering also extends delivery cut-off times from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Time.

 “We continue to see great opportunities to grow our reach and service offerings,” said Greg Boyd, President of NTP, of the recent partnership with Keystone. “We are looking forward to all the exciting changes our customers will see in the weeks and months to come.”

According to Mark Jenson, NTP’s Vice President of Marketing and Sales, NTP remains focused on leveraging their new abilities to offer customers the best service in the industry.

NTP Distribution, Inc. Announces Next-Day Fleet Service into Arizona

Wilsonville, OR Oct. 26, 2011–NTP Distribution, Inc. today announced that, as part of its recent integration with Keystone Automotive Operations, NTP will provide next day delivery using Keystone’s company-owned fleet to service RV customers in the Phoenix metro area beginning Monday, Oct. 31, 2011.

For NTP’s customers receiving this service, the deliveries will now be made next day, four business days per week. This enhanced service also enables these customers to have an extra hour to place orders and receive next day delivery.  The cut-off time has been extended from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pacific time.

“This is the first of many positive changes to come from our new partnership with Keystone Automotive,” said Greg Boyd, President of NTP. “I look forward to providing even more value and service for NTP’s customers through this new opportunity.” 

Over the coming weeks and months, NTP and Keystone plan to announce expanded service offerings in this and other geographic areas. Mark Jenson, NTP’s vice president of sales and marketing stated “While this initial enhanced service offering won’t reach all our customers in the Phoenix area, we’ll be diligently working to expand the service area there in the near future.”

Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. Acquires NTP Distribution, Inc.

Wilsonville, OR Oct. 20, 2011–NTP Distribution, Inc. and Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. today announced the closing of a definitive agreement in which NTP Distribution will be acquired by Keystone. 

Under the agreement, Keystone’s current RV Division will roll into NTP who will then assume the distribution of RV parts and accessories for both NTP and Keystone customers. Keystone will be the parent company, and NTP will continue to service the RV industry under the same name with the same commitment to customers and service.

Ed Orzetti, President and CEO at Keystone, will lead the combined organization. Greg Boyd will continue to be the President of NTP, reporting directly to Orzetti and serving as a member of Keystone’s Senior Leadership Team.  NTP Distribution’s senior management team will all continue in their current functions and report directly to Boyd.

Boyd, says “The sale is a positive outcome in our continuing efforts to seek new strategies, new regional markets and additional capital in order to better serve our customers and to stay competitive in our market.”  He went on to say that he looks forward to continuing to lead NTP to new opportunities and successes as a part of Keystone. 

"This acquisition rapidly expands our growing customer base and our product portfolio in the RV industry," said Ed Orzetti, President and CEO of Keystone Automotive. 

NTP will be seeking to grow its business and geographic reach, not cut back.  Each of NTP’s employees has RV market expertise that will be needed to provide stability during the transition and support growth in the coming months. Customers should also see little immediate impact in their dealings with either company.  All existing contacts will remain in place until further communicated.
“We believe this transition will benefit our customers, suppliers, and the RV industry,” said Mark Jenson, VP of Sales and Marketing at NTP Distribution.  “The integration of Keystone and NTP will enable us to support even more efficient and effective aftermarket operations.”

About NTP Distribution, Inc.
NTP Distribution, Inc. is a national provider of quality aftermarket products, parts and accessories for dealers in the recreational vehicle and hitch and tow industries. The company was founded in 1962 by Wallace J. Lewis as Northwest Trailer Parts. Today the company has 200 employees, five distribution centers across the U.S. NTP’s corporate headquarters is located in Wilsonville, OR.

About Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc.
Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc. and its affiliates are wholesale distributors and retailers of aftermarket automotive accessories and equipment, with operations servicing customers in all regions of the United States and provinces of Canada, as well as various other international locations. The Company’s fleet of over 300 trucks provide multi-day per week delivery and returns covering the 48 contiguous states and nine provinces of Canada. The Company sells and distributes specialty automotive products, such as light truck/SUV accessories, car accessories and trim items, specialty wheels, tires and suspension parts, and high performance products to a fragmented base of approximately 15,000 customers. The Company’s corporate headquarters is in Exeter, Pennsylvania.

For more information about Keystone Automotive Operations, Inc., visit www.keystoneautomotive.com

No End Cap Is Ever The Same.
John Feasel

In the SMART Team’s travels of doing store sets we see an endless array of end cap displays, and no end cap is ever the same.  What is the purpose of an end cap?  What do I do with all of this empty space?  It’s just a left over space for left over merchandise, right?  Nope!  This area is prime real estate in the merchandising world, and can be one of the most fun to utilize.  End cap space can be used for seasonal marketing – those items that are most needed, or more fun during winter, spring, fall, summer times – or for to catch the customers on the way out of the aisles with impulse purchases.  When looking at your end caps make sure each item has a home on your aisle; that end caps aren’t used to house overstock and that you change them out at least once a quarter.  Each end cap needs to reach out and grab your customer’s attention and help increase your sales.  Have fun with it!!  Merchandise for a holiday, or promote one particular vendor or theme.  There is a variety of product out there that can represent all seasons; for items and ideas on this quarters new end caps please contact your NTP Distribution sales consultant today!

Storing Your RV - Exterior Tips
Dan Summerill

As I write this, most of the country is dealing with high humidity, sweltering heat, and dying lawns. Although it may not seem like it now, summer is indeed winding down. For a lot of people, that means the end of the camping season and putting their RV in storage.

I am not going to discuss how to winterize here, instead we will talk about how to properly store an RV and products that will help achieve this goal.

Covers are a very popular method of protecting a stored RV. Sun, wind and debris can all wreak havoc on rubber roofs, seals and even the finish. A cover will help keep your RV out of the elements while still allowing it to breathe and maintain its value.

If a complete cover is not what you’re after, consider an air conditioner cover and appliance vent screens. Critters somehow manage to find their way into AC units (I have actually seen a squirrel in a squirrel cage) and covering it up is an inexpensive way to prevent a costly repair. Along with that, having screens that cover your refrigerator and furnace vents will keep those rascally rodents and buzzy bees from nesting in your home away from home. 

Closing your RV up tight seems like the logical thing to do, but it can actually cause you problems. If the air inside becomes damp, there is nowhere for that moisture to escape. An inexpensive and easy remedy for this is to install vent covers. We carry models from Maxx-Air and Camco that are simple to install and will allow the roof vents to remain open while keeping the outside, well…outside. Doing this will allow for some air movement and will keep moisture down.

We put our tires through all kinds of abuse. They get exposed to sun, sand, mud, dirt and what ever happens to fall on the ground. We can help them last longer by covering them when the RV is in storage. We have Tyre Guards in a multitude of sizes and configurations to cover almost any RV tire, including your spare.

These are just a few things you can recommend to your customers to make their life better in the long run. Next time, we will discuss some of the things you can do to prepare the inside of the RV for the storage ahead!

NTP Now Carries BOLT Breakthrough One-Key Locks

NTP is pleased to offer you BOLT Locks from Strattec Security Corporation. Bolt locks come in a variety of styles to lock trailers, bikes, equipment and more - all with your car key!

Don't Overshadow
John Feasel

In our travels to different store locations, one of the things the SMART team looks at is the lighting and brightness of the product on the aisles and wall area.  One of the things we often see is extra stock stored on a shelf above the product’s home.  While this may keep the product visible so store personnel can keep refilling the peg or shelf, it puts an undesirable shadow on the product below the shelf.  This shadow can take away from the bright colors of the packaging or even the details of the product itself.  If you have this challenge, our suggestion is to first set your maximum amount to buy to the holding power that your peg or shelf area can hold.  If you need more stock than a peg or shelf area can hold,  you might want to double up the facing. Also, if an item has a fast turnover rate, you may consider closing out a slower-selling item to allow more space for this faster-selling unit.  You can then take those items that you need to sell down and put them behind your counter or in your backroom. Remember to make sure your sales team has a daily list that includes filling in these items.  We have even seen one company put a red dot on the shelf label so the store personnel know to fill in these items from the back room rather than ordering more of these items when the peg or shelf area is empty.  You may also be able to take these items and create a contest so store personnel will sell them quickly.

Lighting not only showcases the items that customers may need, but it also showcases your store and sets the atmosphere.  Dark, dreary stores feel closed in, whereas customers feel like they are welcomed in a light and bright environment.  Parts staff is also able to up-sell and assist customers in finding just the right part or accessory if the labels are easily located and properly stocked.

Battery Maintenance
Dan "Ray" Hofer

Every camping trip seems to have those minor issues that aren’t trip killers, but are a nuisance nonetheless. A burned out light bulb, a broken mini-blind, forgetting to pack clean pants; these can all make things a little challenging, but may not send you home.  We had a great weekend planned at a little campground on the Santiam River.  Hanging out by the fire, drinking ice cold beverages and burning steaks were all on the agenda…well, except for the steak part, that wasn’t planned.

Unfortunately, it rained. Not a lot, but enough to not want to be in it. So, we would sit inside, play cards, eat nachos, and listen to music.
This is where the problem arises. I turn the radio on and get power but no sound. Being the person that I am, I immediately go in to fix-it mode. I disassembled the radio and found nothing. Out to the batteries I go!  I pull the battery box covers off and the problem is staring at me in all of its green, fuzzy glory! Yup…corrosion! It was just on one terminal, but it was the positive terminal that has all of the primary wiring attached to it. I removed the wing nut, separated all of the connectors, which were stuck together, and cleaned them off. Once I got everything connected, the lights were brighter and I could finally listen to Justin Beiber.

My point is that a little preventative battery maintenance would have saved me some grief. I had gotten out of the habit of checking them before every trip and it came back to bite me. The terminals and connectors should be corrosion- free and make a good connection. We carry battery cleaner by both Noco (13-0605) and Krylon (13-0590)

that will dissolve and neutralize any corrosion that may have accumulated. Once that is done, you can apply some corrosion preventer, also from Krylon (13-0591) or Deka (13-0582), to keep it from happening again.

The other, and often overlooked, maintenance requirement of a battery is water level. They need to be full of water to operate properly. Popping the caps off and filling them with distilled water will help them hold their charge. If there isn’t easy access to the batteries, a watering system may be just the thing. Pro-Fill makes a kit designed for RVs with a pair of 12V batteries that allows them to be filled from a single point; it is part number (19-0702).

Needless to say, a quick battery inspection and some necessary maintenance before each trip can prevent a lot of problems and keep campers happy, rain or shine. Now, can anyone help me figure out where these extra screws go?

NTP Partners with Kipor Industries.

NTP Distribution and Kipor Industries have entered an exclusive partnership for the RV Industry developing quality generators with high end features at a very competitive price.
 
“The Kipor generator line is well respected all over the world for continuous quality improvement learned in servicing high demand clients such as military, regional governments, and large corporations in several countries,” states Greg Boyd, CEO at NTP.  “This continuous quality improvement from Kipor will provide NTP’s customers high-end features, such as parallel power, at a very competitive price point.”
 
NTP has worked the greater part of a year with Kipor to create an infrastructure to completely support NTP’s customers in the sales and service efforts with the Kipor generators. “As we were developing the contract with Kipor we were looking for the best product and services for our dealerships and warranty protection,” stated Boyd “Kipor represents that quality and we know that together we are going to market with a superior product.”
 
As NTP gets ready to launch this new relationship, we have set up training classes that will be held throughout the United States.  These classes will train customers on the benefits and servicing requirements of the Kipor Generators.  
 
As a distributor, NTP has partnered with many exclusive lines to provide exceptional service, products and price to their dealer partners.  This relationship with Kipor will further NTP’s commitment to provide the right products, and the right price for the RV Industry.

Dometic A/C

Don’t be fooled by the imitators! NTP Distribution is excited to announce its partnership with Dometic Air and pleased to offer the Brisk Air Conditioner, the first choice of over a million RVers. This reliable and efficient air conditioner is a standard in the industry, and NTP has them in stock and ready to ship! Don’t let your customers swelter in the summer heat; contact your sales consultant today for more information on how you can begin receiving the Dometic Brisk Air Conditioner.

Thank you for your continued partnership. We look forward to continue bringing you great new product offerings with the outstanding service you’ve come to rely on.

Tech 101 - Backup Power Can Save The Day
Dan "Ray" Hofer

My family and I spent Memorial Day weekend dry camping in central Oregon’s high desert. On the last night of our trip, my wife went to bed and left the porch light on for me. When I went to settle in, I failed to notice the light was on. I place the blame on the campfire smoke in my eyes and too much cream soda.

Sometime during the night, I noticed the furnace fan was running at a very low speed and no heat was coming out. I did a quick check of the battery level and it wouldn’t even register 10 volts. Yup, the batteries were d-e-a-d dead. I shut the furnace off and went back to bed.

I assessed the situation the next morning and realized that everything in my trailer had shut down, including the refrigerator, so it was critical for me to get things up and running again.

Situations like this can happen all the time. To avoid wrecking camping trips with small things like no lights, no tunes and rotten turkey sandwiches, your customers need back-up power.

Solar panels and generators come in handy when dry camping. An off-the-grid power source needs to be able to supply enough power to accommodate your customers’ needs, whether it be charging batteries or powering their entire coach. Solar can be very simple or very complex. If your customer wants to completely live off the grid and run their air conditioner, they’re going to need a large bank of batteries, a large inverter and lots of heavy gauge wiring. In a quick power need situation like mine, a generator might be a more suitable option.

Things to consider:

• How much power do you need?
• Are you just charging batteries or running 110v appliances as well?
• Can you run a generator where you are? Many campgrounds have noise limits and some generators exceed those?
• Is it fire season? You may not be able to run it then either.
• How will you transport the generator?
• If you’re going for solar, how much wattage/amperage do you need to recover?
• Do you have space for extra batteries and enough room for solar panels on your roof?

Fortunately for me and my turkey, I was able to salvage the remainder of my trip with a portable generator. Having the right equipment can keep a good vacation from going bad.

- Dan "Ray" Hofer

SMART Team visits Alpin Haus Priority RV Parts Store in Amsterdam, NY

As merchandising experts, the SMART team is called upon to recreate a retail friendly, easy-to-shop, easily-to-maintain and easy-to-inventory retail parts stores. This was the case for the retail parts store for Alpin Haus in Amsterdam, New York. Alpin Haus was taking their existing warehouse sized parts and accessories store and downsizing to a more customer friendly, less overwhelming retail environment. The SMART team worked closely with the parts personnel to merchandise and organize the store that would meet not only the retail customers needs to find exactly what they needed to get back enjoying their adventure, but that would also allow the staff to quickly restock, reorder, and manage the inventory. Since the completion of the Alpin Haus retail parts store redesign, the SMART team has returned and followed up with the sales team and can see that with the merchandising techniques that they employed and the inventory management systems that have been in place, the store is excelling and is just one more asset to not only Alpin Haus, but to the NTP Distribution’s SMART team’s resume of success stories.

"I would urge any RV dealers that are considering revitalizing their retail store to call NTP's SMART Team for a consultation. With more than 18 years in the RV retail business, I've seen and heard what other distributors have to offer and none compare to the features and benefits offered by the SMART Team. NTP's retail professionals will leave you with a modern, well stocked store that practically runs itself. Their SMART team will go out of their way to accomodate your special requests and tailor your store to your specific needs. Their philosophy is to give you a viable, sellable inventory and not load you up with a ton of product that's just going to sit on your shelves."

-Kevin Zabawczuk, Alpin Haus Priority RV Parts Store

NTP Distribution announces the hiring of four new outside sales consultants.

The new additions to the sales team are Darren Whitlock in UT, Mark Willes in CO, Kimberly Craig in IN, and Rick Putnam SC. Each of them joined NTP just before their annual 2011 Dealers Conference.

“NTP has been growing over the last few years as we have expanded into the Southeast and now into the Rockies region” states Mark Jenson VP of Sales and Marketing at NTP. “Combined with additional investment in sales management, the addition of these fine consultants will help to improve our service to current customers and enable us to reach out to new ones.”

Darren Whitlock brings to the NTP team over 11 years of experience in outside sales in the RV Industry. Based out of Salt Lake, he will be handling the following states: Utah and parts of Idaho and Wyoming. Most recently he was with the regional distributor Carter who closed their doors at the beginning of 2011. Whitlock said about NTP “I am excited to be joining a group of people like those at NTP who truly care about their customers”. Darren said he “enjoys the RV Industry because of the people and the fact that we are helping to get people outdoors with friends and family.” In his spare time Darren enjoys fly fishing and as he states “pretty much anything outdoors”. If you would like to contact Darren, he can be reached via email at dpw@ntpdistribution.com or by phone at 801-618-7220.

Mark Willes joins NTP with a passion for people. He truly enjoys working with customers as he looks at them as friends and believes that through this partnership with dealers he has a vested interested in helping their businesses excel. Mark will be handling the following states: Colorado parts of Utah and Wyoming. Being in the RV Industry for the last 5 ½ years has allowed Mark to enjoy the outdoors as well as time with his family. Some of his favorite memories “has been taking his family and the toy hauler out to enjoy life under the pines” said Willes. If you would like to contact Mark, he can be reached via email at mtw@ntpdistribution.com or by phone at 303-828-7833.

Kimberly Craig brings to the NTP team over 10 years of customer relations and sales in the RV Industry. Kimberly will be taking over the region formerly held by Terry Goddard. Terry left NTP in November to explore new opportunities with Tom Manning and Associates. The states she will be focused on will be Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and parts of Wisconsin. Kimberly said of her new position “I enjoy seeing new places and having new experiences in life. I was looking for a company with family values and great opportunity and NTP fits all those and more. I look forward to many years with this company.” In her free time, Kimberly spends quality time with her husband, 2 kids and friends. If you would like to contact Kim, he can be reached via email at ksc@ntpdistribution.com or by phone at 574-238-6619.

Rick Putnam, an avid outdoorsman and RV’er has joined NTP to be the sales consultant for South Carolina, North Carolina and parts of Georgia and Tennessee. Rick has spent the last 18 years in sales of automotive and RV equipment. He is a father and grandfather who married his college sweetheart 37 years ago. With Rick’s vast experience he said about NTP “I am excited to be with NTP as I feel that it is the most customer focused company I have ever worked with and is guided by sound business and people oriented principles.” If you would like to contact Rick, he can be reached via email at rp1@ntpdistribution.com or by phone at 803-447-9933.

NTP Distribution, a privately held company, is a provider of quality aftermarket products, parts and accessories for dealers in the recreational vehicle and hitch and tow industries. The company was founded in 1962 by Wallace J. Lewis as Northwest Trailer Parts. Today the company has over 200 employees, five distribution centers across the U.S. and two satellite operations in Fresno, CA., and Edmonds, WA. NTP’s corporate headquarters is located in Wilsonville, OR.

2011 BIG KAHUNA SHOW a success!

View some highlights of our time in Palm Springs.

2011 NTP Vendor Awards.

NTP Distribution has recognized the top vendors of the year at their annual dealer conference in Palm Springs, CA.

"The vendors selected for the top-tiered awards were not granted this level of prestige based on sales volume but rather true partnership with NTP and support in training to sales consultants and NTP’s dealer partners," said Cathy Sutton, senior vendor relations manager for NTP.

Vendor of the Year -- DEMCO.

DEMCO has been manufacturing products for the RV Industry since 1982. They have a full line of tow products ranging from KarKaddy, Victory Series Towbars and Glide Ride. NTP and DEMCO have been in partnership for the last three years.

“DEMCO has proven time and again that they are partners in the truest sense of the word," said Sutton. "They have provided exceptional training to our entire sales force and have worked diligently with NTP to provide exceptional products and service to our dealers in the market place.”

Best Vendor Support -- Winegard.

Winegard Company has been manufacturing television and radio reception products for more than 50 years. One of their four key segments is the RV industry where they provide mobile television reception products. In 2010 Winegard provided exceptional vendor support to NTP Distribution through innovative package promotions for NTP’s dealer partners as well as rebates for customers.

"When a company like Winegard and NTP create promotions together they see outstanding growth not only in sales but through customer loyalty and education” said Sutton.

Best New Product in 2010 -- Flip Jack Foot by Progress Manufacturing.

The Flip Jack Foot eliminates the hassles of storing and stacking wood blocks or finding a place to store a removable extension. There is no kneeling on the ground because no springs, cables or pins are required. It bolts quickly and easily to existing jacks, providing an automatic 6-inch extension that locks into place when extended, and folds up out of the way when retracted.

“Other than being an innovative product, Flip Jack Foot was selected as best new product based on the comprehensive go to market strategy that Progress Manufacturing developed” said Sutton. “We look for products in this category that are unique and fill a gap in the market, but we also need support from the brand to help educate the customers on why they need this product. The Flip Jack Foot fit that requirement completely.”

The following suppliers were also honored by NTP with an achievement award for outstanding support and partnership in 2010:

• Camco Manufacturing
• Roadmaster
• Carefree of Colorado
• Torklift
• Pulliam
• B&W
• Valterra Products
• Thetford
• Dicor
• Cequent

NTP Distribution announces the 2011 BIG KAHUNA SHOW!

This year's conference held in the Polynesian paradise of Palm Springs, CA is sure to make you think you can catch the perfect wave just outside the door. Since the desert doesn't have those amazing waves and spectacular views we have put together another outstanding event schedule sure to make you feel like you're walking the sandy beaches of Hawaii. So dust off your Hawaiian shirts and hula skirts and join us February 14-18, 2011 at our annual dealers conference.

• February 15th – Vendor Workshops & Aloha Dinner Reception
• February 16th – Show Floor Open
• February 17th – Show Floor Open & Big Kahuna Dinner