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2008 Annual Technical Conference - September 21-24, 2008

Our 2008 Technical Conference will be held in Chicago September 21 to 24. These presentations will be timely, challenging and will provide you solutions to major railcar issues of the moment. We know you will find these upcoming sessions interesting and informative. Registration is now open.

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And don't forget that the Railway Supply Institute will have outdoor exhibits and three huge exhibit halls of all the latest from our many railroad suppliers! All this is included with your MARTS registration.

The Mechanical Association Railcar Technical Services will hold the 2008 annual technical conference again at the Chicago Hilton and Towers in Chicago, Illinois, in September. GATX worldwide homeAnd, as always, our educational sessions, held in conjunction with other associations affiliated with the Coordinated Committee of Mechanical Associations, are anticipated by freight car professionals. 

The 2008 conference will be one of our most exciting that has been held in quite a while with a full agenda of current issues critical to every railcar maintenance professional, presented by those among us who are on the leading edge of today’s technology and regulations. All of you will have the opportunCar Inspectionity to meet and share your thoughts with your associates from all segments of the rail car maintenance arena.

In addition to the outstanding presentations, leading industry vendors will provide indoor and outdoor exhibits with examples of their latest technology and staffed with knowledgeable personnel to answer all of your inquires regarding their products. 

Our Association exists to provide you, our members, with a solid knowledge and understanding of railcar maintenance. This continuing mission is only possible with your support through your membership and your participation in our annual technical conference. 

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More information via mail or phone can be obtained regarding the Mechanical Association Railcar Technical Services (MARTS) by contacting John Robertson, Secretary /treasurer, 2146 Windsor Ave. S.W., Roanoke, Virginia 24015. Phone 540-343-8991, Fax 540-343-2410, or E-mail at j.w.robertson@cox.net .  Copyright 2008 by Mechanical Association Railcar Technical Services. last revision 8/5/2008.
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