The 1st Annual CRA Golf Tournament was held on Friday, Aug. 28, at the Eagle Glen Golf Club in Corona, California. CRA thanks the many sponsors who contributed to the success of the event. Major sponsors were MMD, our platinum sponsor, the H.G. Makelin Company, our gold sponsor, and EPIC Insurance Services, our bronze sponsor. Again, without these and all our other sponsors and volunteers, the event would not have been possible! Thank you! Click on "Learn More" to see the complete list of sponsors and volunteers.
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Back by popular demand, the Party and Event Professionals Committee is holding its 3rd annual "Event Photo Contest." Send your digital pictures and info to cra.party@gmail.com. The last day for submission is January 4, 2016. Don’t forget to visit the CRA Facebook page to see photos from other companies ... and make sure you "Like" us as well. For more information, click on "Learn More."
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CRA's 2016 West Coast Rental Rally Tradeshow is scheduled for Jan. 26-28, 2016, at the Cashman Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. Since the publication of the August e-newsletter, 14 more exhibitors have signed up to exhibit at the show. Thank you to these exhibitors! See the following articles about each of these exhibitors and the products they offer. Click on "Learn More" for more information about the show and to see the complete list of exhibitors to date.
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Broce Manufacturing Co. Inc. was established in 1961 and has become the largest manufacturer of the self-propelled sweeper in the world. From 1961 to 1985, Broce Manufacturing developed and built front engine mechanical drive sweepers. Since then, Broce has engineered and manufactured rear-engine sweepers with a hydrostatic drive. Broce is the industry leader and the first to include a fully enclosed cab with air conditioning for operator comfort. The unique water spray system and the capability of traveling at road speeds of 35 miles per hour have improved the productivity of the sweeper. Broce Manufacturing now has dealers in over 100 locations across the United States, ships Broce Brooms to countries around the world, and now produces the MK1, along with the next generation of self-propelled sweepers— and much more.
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Founded in 1968, National Flooring Equipment has focused on building quality equipment such as scrapers, grinders, shot blasters, and scarifiers and supporting these products with unparalleled customer service. With over 50 United States and foreign patents, National boasts the most extensive product offering currently available in the surface preparation industry. National engineers and manufactures equipment based on finding solutions to industry inefficiencies. Increasing production, reducing labor and elevating the standard of quality are the technical benchmarks from which they design, build and service.
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Cushman® commercial heavy-duty industrial utility and material-handling vehicles are known around the world for versatility, durability and dependability. Cushman offers a complete range of heavy-duty industrial material-handling vehicles, comfortable personnel transport and food and beverage vehicles. The Cushman Titan®, Stock Chaser, Minute Miser®, 1600XD, Haulster® and Hauler™ are all part of the broadest line of utility vehicles on the market. With payload capacities up to 3,000 pounds, there's a Cushman vehicle for almost any application. Cushman Shuttle personnel transport vehicles are ideal for transporting guests and clients in style and comfort. Gasoline- and electric-powered models plus an extensive list of options and accessories make Cushman the most versatile choice in utility vehicles.
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Eureka! creates tents, canopies, sleeping bags and related accessories for life outdoors. Eureka! party tents, special event tents and canopies are made for the rental and special events industry. Their party tents, canopies and accessories are perfect for special events, parties, weddings, graduation, sporting events and other special occasions. Eureka! also produces military tents for rapid deployable missions, general purpose tent systems, command post tents and other temporary shelter needs.
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Aztec Tents, one of the nation’s most renowned manufacturers of tents, canopies and semi-permanent fabric structures, recently celebrated 40 successful years in the tent and event industry. Aztec Tents specializes in providing quality structures for some of the most prestigious events across a variety of industries. They have just the right mix of products for your clients; their tent products include frame tents, kedered frame tents, high peak frame tents, traditional pole tents, high peak pole tents, engineered high peak tension tents, twin pole tents, marquees, party tents, clearspan fabric structures, sailcloth tents, tent sidewalls, tent accessories, tent doors, and replacement parts for all their products.
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Since 1978, Arrowhead Rockdrill has been a world leader in the development of innovative hydraulic hammer products, tools and compaction products. Building on the success of the ‘S’ Series hydraulic hammer range and with the same commitment to designing products made from only the finest materials that are simple to operate and maintain, the range of Arrowhead rockdrill construction products provides solutions for the majority of your attachment needs. The many years of continuous research and development ensure the evolution of products to deliver a range of world-class attachments and accessories backed by some of the best after-sales and technical support in the industry.
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LiftSmart manufactures portable, telescopic material lifts (such as duct lifts) for the construction and equipment rental markets and is located in Vista, California. The company consists of manufacturing, design engineering, and sales professionals who have successful industry track records and proven experience. Not only are LiftSmart products made in the USA, they also feature advanced designs, providing the "next generation" of material lifts, due to performance enhancements and the unique, patent-pending features incorporated into the machines, compared to competitive models. The company is well positioned to provide outstanding quality, delivery, and service support to the rental industry.
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Bil-Jax, manufacturer of scaffold and event staging, was founded in 1946 by Bill and Jack Ashenfelter. Their design of a plastering frame for use in their business became so popular they began manufacturing it. In 1947, the design rights for their invention were sold to Wilbur Wyse, and Bil-Jax, Inc began manufacturing its first product. In 1993, Bil-Jax was sold to Plettac AG, a German scaffold manufacturer, and in 1995, Bil-Jax moved to its present location in Archbold, Ohio. In 2003, the current management team, along with financial partner Centerfield Capital, purchased Bil-Jax from its German parent. The management team is now better positioned to pursue their goals of continuing to provide high quality, leading brand products to the markets they serve.
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With 100 years of experience in advanced motor design, Makita is the innovation leader and "Best in Class" in industrial power tools, saws and other power equipment. Makita meets the demands of the construction world with industrial tools and accessories engineered to help make professional users more productive to meet high-efficiency standards: contractors work more efficiently with tools that combine industrial power, speed, and run-time with superior ergonomics and comfort.
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Founded in 1966, AEI provides commercial quality outdoor patio heaters and fire features: Sunglo, Patio Comfort, and Ambiance, and has operated under a consistent premise: provide the finest in innovative outdoor cooking and patio heating products to discriminating consumers and commercial customers. AEI was there in the spring of 1958 when the gas grill was invented; they were there in 1968 when the first production patio heaters were fabricated and have been innovators in both of these industries ever since. Today AEI is the only single source for all aluminum gas grills (the A Series), all stainless steel gas grills (the Legacy Series) and fully commercial gas grills (the T Series). AEI is also the only single source of quartz electric, horizontal gas, umbrella domed, natural and propane gas heaters.
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Direct Edge, Inc. represents outdoor turf equipment and trailer equipment manufacturers, including Airtow Trailers, Barretto Trenchers and Tillers, Boxer Mini Skids, Morbark Brush Chippers, Peco Mowers, and Rayco Stump Cutters. Direct Edge offers sales and service as well as other types of heavy and light-duty equipment.
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The Power Tools Division of the Bosch Group is the world market leader for power tools and power tool accessories. Cordless tools with lithium-ion technology, e.g., cordless screwdrivers, cordless angle grinders, cordless jigsaws or cordless rotary hammers, constitute an important part of their product range. In the stone and concrete working segment, Bosch is a leading manufacturer of rotary hammers, drills, impact drills and core drills. By inventing SDS-plus and SDS-max, Bosch Power Tools has set market standards for toolholders. They offer pioneering table saws, jigsaws, hand-held circular saws and sabre saws for joiners and carpenters in the woodworking trade. The wood range is complemented by random orbit sanders, belt sanders, orbital sanders, planers and chainsaws. Bosch's metalworking tools feature exceptionally high power and robustness.
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Founded in 1971 by professional painting contractor AJ Spiegel, the Mi-T-M Corporation, located in Peosta, Iowa, manufactures pressure washers, air compressors, and generators. From the day the very first pressure washer was built, Mi-T-M has worked hard to maintain their reputation for manufacturing high-quality products. Their equipment is engineered by one of the leading engineering teams in the industry, who consistently establish industry standards. Development of patented technological designs and years of hard work and dedication has helped Mi-T-M become a certified testing facility for CSA. They employ the latest technology in laser cutters, ASME robotic welders, and 7-stage powder-coat paint systems. Their state-of-the-art facility spans over 850,000-square-feet and includes 13 production lines with 10 in-line quality testing stations.
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Skyjack proudly provides quality engineered, simple and reliable access and material handling equipment, scissor lifts, boom lifts, and telehandlers. All Skyjack’s products are designed to be easy to service and maintain. By keeping design simple and using proven technology, the reliability and ease of service is common to all the company’s products. Because of this, Skyjack machines offer the rental industry’s best life cycle value through low cost of ownership, ease of service and maintenance, while retaining high residual values.
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A number of bills supported by the California Chamber of Commerce have passed the Legislature in recent weeks and will be considered next by Gov. Edmund G. Brown Jr. The CalChamber is asking the governor to sign the following bills: Gender Equity Pay: SB 358; Oversight of Transfer Degree Program: AB 1016; Automated External Defibrillators: SB 658; Protects Victims of the Underground Economy: SB 623; Employer Disaster Relief: SB 35, and Performance Standards: AB 1312.
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An arbitrary and unrealistic reduction of petroleum use is a major consequence of a California Chamber of Commerce-opposed job killer bill pending before lawmakers. SB 350 (de León; D-Los Angeles) has the potential to increase costs and burdens on all Californians with its mandate to cut petroleum use in half by 2030. The goal of reducing petroleum consumption by 50 percent fails to recognize the needs of average Californians.
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U.S. regular gasoline monthly retail prices averaged $2.64/gallon (gal) in August, a decrease of 16 cents/gal from July and 85 cents/gal lower than in August 2014. EIA expects monthly gasoline prices to decline from the August level to an average of $2.11/gal during the fourth quarter of 2015. EIA forecasts U.S. regular gasoline retail prices to average $2.38/gal in 2016. Click on "Learn More" to see the Weekly Retail Gasoline Prices, Regular Grade, by Week and PADD (Self Service Prices per Gallon, Including Taxes).
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Joel Fox, editor of Fox & Hounds and president of the Small Business Action Committee, recently noted his observations and questions about Gov. Brown's proposed raise in gasoline tax and his support of SB 350, a proposal to cut petroleum use in transportation vehicles 50 percent in 15 years. Here are his thoughts...
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Loren Kaye, president of the California Foundation for Commerce and Education, expanded on why he thinks SB 406 would be too costly for small business. He states that a workplace is most successful when an employer will want to do what it takes to keep a worker happy and productive. This includes accommodating his or her "work-life balance," within the constraints of operating the business. But, Kaye is of the opinion that, as usual, California has gone a different direction.
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The regulation requires diesel trucks and buses that operate in California to be upgraded to reduce emissions. Lighter and older, heavier trucks must be replaced starting Jan. 1, 2015. By Jan. 1, 2023, nearly all trucks and buses will need to have 2010 model year engines or equivalent. The regulation applies to nearly all privately and federally owned diesel-fueled trucks and buses and to privately and publicly owned school buses with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) greater than 14,000 pounds.
What's New: Diesel Particulate Filter Evaluation (May 11, 2015)
In October 2013, the Board directed staff to investigate stakeholder concerns regarding the cost, reliability, and fire safety of diesel particulate filters in on-road applications. Staff provided an update to the Board in April 2014, and a report available online discusses findings from the completed evaluation.
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The small off-road engine (SORE) category consists of off-road, spark-ignition engines below 25 horsepower, including small utility equipment, lawn mowers and weed trimmers. This category does not include compression-ignition engines, watercraft or recreational vehicles. The following includes general information regarding small off-road engines and ARB's SORE program: Small Off-Road Engines Fact Sheet and Certification Guidelines – online access to relevant certification documents for manufacturers.
What's New: August 26, 2015 - The California Air Resources Board (ARB) is forming a working group to discuss emissions mitigation opportunities related to small off-road engines (SORE). If you are interested in participating in the working group, sign up. If you have additional questions, please contact Christopher Dilbeck via email at Christopher.Dilbeck@arb.ca.gov or at (916) 319-0106.
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Owners or operators of portable engines and certain other types of equipment can register their units under the Air Resources Board's (ARB) Statewide Portable Equipment Registration Program (PERP) in order to operate their equipment throughout California without having to obtain individual permits from local air districts.

Portable Diesel Engine Airborne Toxic Control Measure
On Jan. 1, 2013, the Portable Engine Airborne Toxic Control Measure (ATCM) fleet emission standards went into effect. The ATCM required owners of portable engines to submit a Fleet Compliance Report to the Air Resources Board by March 1, 2013. The next Fleet Compliance Report will be due March 1, 2017.

EMERGENCY EVENTS
Butte and Valley Fires: Notification within 24 hours of operation is required for portable engines operating equipment where the portable engine is not permitted (if required), or registered in PERP, and the equipment is operating in support of fire-fighting and/or related clean-up activities in Amador and Calaveras counties (Butte Fire) and Lake and Napa counties (Valley Fire). The notification form is available here and should be mailed to the above address, or sent via email when beginning operation at each location.
Drought Related Projects: Notification within 24 hours of operation is required for water well drill rigs, water pumps, or project-related equipment where the portable engine is not permitted, or registered in PERP, and is operating during California's drought emergency.
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On July 26, 2007, the Air Resources Board (ARB) adopted a regulation to reduce diesel particulate matter (PM) and oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emissions from in-use (existing), off-road, heavy-duty diesel vehicles in California.

A Fleet Average Calculator for Small Fleets has been made available for public use. The Small Fleet Average Calculator is for small-sized off-road fleets (2,500 or less total horsepower), and covers all compliance years. The calculator is available here. Fleet owners utilizing the calculator are advised to first read the User Guide in order to familiarize themselves with the calculator.

Posted September 8, 2015
Report a Non-Compliant Off-Road Fleet page available for public use. Individuals that see a non-compliant off-road fleet or unlabeled off-road vehicles may report the location of those non-compliant fleets or vehicles to ARB for possible enforcement action. Reports may be submitted from the DOORS sign-in page.
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Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program
Intent or Criteria: The $1 billion Proposition 1B: Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program (Program) is a partnership between the State Air Resources Board (ARB) and local agencies (like air districts and seaports) to quickly reduce air pollution emissions and health risk from freight movement along California's trade corridors. Local agencies apply to ARB for funding, then those agencies offer financial incentives to owners of equipment used in freight movement to upgrade to cleaner technologies. Projects funded under this Program must achieve early or extra emission reductions not otherwise required by law or regulation.

Program Status: ARB has allocated approximately $740 million for local agency projects and ARB's administration costs over multiple years. The status of each grant is summarized on the attached June 2015 semi-annual update for the Department of Finance.
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The Truck and Bus Regulation will reduce diesel-exhaust emissions from privately owned and federal government diesel trucks and buses. Privately and publicly owned school buses have different requirements and do not need to be reported. This CARB site has the Truck Regulations Upload and Compliance Reporting System (TRUCRS).
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In December 2011, major amendments to the Off-Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation became effective. The changes to the regulation are reflected in the fact sheets, advisories and answers to frequently asked questions available on the Knowledge Center for the Off-Road Diesel Vehicle Regulation web page. Categories of information found on this page include: Requirements in Effect Now, Enforcement and Regulatory Advisories; Free Training Seminars; and Frequently Asked Questions.
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This area of the Off-Road Mobile Sources website pertains to off-road, large spark-ignition (LSI) equipment greater than 25 horsepower, including farm, construction and industrial equipment, powered by gasoline and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and other alternate fuels. Typical applications that use LSI engines include forklifts, specialty vehicles, airport service vehicles, large turf-care equipment, portable generators and a wide array of other agricultural, construction and general industrial equipment. The U.S. EPA has sole authority to control new farm and construction equipment under 175 horsepower.
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The ARB's Heavy-Duty Vehicle Inspection Program and Periodic Smoke Inspection Program were adopted into law in 1988 to control excessive smoke emissions and tampering from heavy-duty diesel trucks and buses. The regulations Title 13 CCR, sections 2180-2189 for HDVIP and Title 13 CCR, sections 2190-2194 for PSIP, which govern these programs, were last amended in 2013.

The HDVIP program requires heavy-duty trucks and buses to be inspected for excessive smoke and tampering and for engine certification label compliance. Any heavy-duty vehicle traveling in California, including vehicles registered in other states and foreign countries, may be tested. Tests are performed by ARB inspection teams at border crossings, CHP weigh stations, fleet facilities and randomly selected roadside locations. Owners of trucks and buses found in violation are subject to minimum penalties starting at $300 per violation.
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