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FROM YOUR CHAPTER
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Happy New Year!! 2026 is here, how exciting to think of what can be accomplished in the new year.
The Board of Directors will be meeting in January to start planning our year projects.
First on the list :
Would any of our shops be willing to host a meeting either at your shop or a local meeting room for some training opportunities? please email me or Dominic at dlizzi@caminnovation.com to let us know so we can get it on the calendar.
Second, we will be reaching out soon with some topics for you to choose as we implement a pilot program using virtual training for the busy person. We know your time is valuable and training is a vital part of what we do. So we are getting innovative and creative.
Thirdly,
Our chapter is looking for motor shop professionals interested in serving as a Member-at-Large on the Chapter Board of Directors.
This position is ideal for shop owners, managers, or team members who want to have a voice in the direction of our chapter and help represent the needs and perspectives of motor repair shops. Members-at-Large participate in board discussions, provide input on training, events, and chapter initiatives, and support activities that benefit our industry—without the time commitment of an officer role.
The role includes attending monthly board meetings and assisting with a few chapter efforts throughout the year. It’s a great way to stay informed, build relationships across the industry, and help ensure our chapter continues to deliver value to motor shops.
No prior board experience is required. Self-nominations are welcome. If you’re interested or would like more information, please contact a board member or respond by [insert deadline].
Your experience matters, and we encourage motor shop members to step forward and help guide the future of our chapter.
Tammy
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Spring Events
SHOP TOPICS - (a Town Hall) Virtual/Training Meeting Pilot Program coming........
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Keep watching for events coming
Shout out to
Northeastern Chapter
The EASA Northeastern Chapter has scheduled its spring conference for Monday, April 13, and Tuesday, April 14, 2026. The conference will be hosted at The Landing Hotel in Schenectady, NY. Featured will be Mechanical Repair Fundamentals on Monday and Electrical Testing of Three-Phase Motors on Tuesday. Both sessions will be presented by EASA Senior Tech Support Specialist Tom Bishop, PE. Watch for more information.
UPDATED 2025
Accreditation Program
Benefits of Becoming an EASA Accredited Service Center
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Affirms your service center's commitment to excellence
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Safeguards the professional reputation of your company and industry
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Adheres to best practices and proves it by submitting to independent third-party auditors
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Ensures consistent procedures and processes resulting in quality motor repair
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Helps service centers of any size validate the quality of their repair work to customers and prospective customers
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Gives customers a way to find companies that consistently use industry best practices
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Demonstrates to industry, energy advocates and regulatory agencies that your firm is dedicated to repairs that maintain efficiency and reliability
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Keeps the customers you have and helps win new ones
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Gives your firm a positive image and helps you retain employees
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Provides another tool for evaluating employees, because it ensures that they perform procedures according to industry best practices
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Enhances productivity and reduces repetitive repairs and decreases costs
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Use of Accreditation logo on your print, web and collateral material helps your company stand out to customers
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Recognition on EASA's website as an accredited firm
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Ability to use Accreditation labels on repaired motors
Be Part of EASA's New
Leadership Webinar Series
Sponsorship Opportunities Available!
Starting April 2026, EASA is launching an exciting Leadership Development Webinar Series in partnership with OpX Solutions. These sessions are designed to help members strengthen leadership skills and drive success.
Why Sponsor?
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High Visibility: Your company’s name and logo will appear in all promotional materials, including social media, Currents and on easa.com.
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Extended Reach: Webinars will be recorded and available online, giving your brand ongoing exposure.
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Direct Engagement: Position your company as a leader in supporting professional growth within the EASA community.
Leadership Lab Webinar Schedule
All sessions are on Wednesdays at 12 PM Central U.S.
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April 22, 2026 – Developing a Leader’s Mindset
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May 20, 2026 – Set Goals and Make Them Happen-----SOLD
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June 24, 2026 – Manage Your Time Like a Leader-------SOLD
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July 15, 2026 – Lead Yourself and Learn More About Emotional Intelligence
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August 19, 2026 – Strengthen Your Leadership Style and Purpose
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September 23, 2026 – Communicate with Clarity-----SOLD
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October 21, 2026 – Inspire and Motivate Others-----SOLD
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November 18, 2026 – Empower Others Through Delegation----SOLD
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January 20, 2027 – Resolve Conflict with Confidence
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February 17, 2027 – Solving Problems Effectively-----SOLD
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March 17, 2027 – Coach Others to Grow
Sponsorship Cost
The webinar sponsorships are $2,000 per webinar.
Secure Your Sponsorship Today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to showcase your commitment to leadership development.
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Tammy Miller President
1-301-739-8285
Bill Wendorf Vice President
1-240-394-3092
Peter Gobes Secretary
1-703 598 6268
Yvonne Boysen Treasurer
1-703-370-3500 x 101
MidatlanticEC@gmail.com
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BRAND NEW UPDATED
2026 CONVENTION
INFORMATION
Many members feel that the annual EASA convention is one of the best benefits of EASA. Mark your calendar today for these future events.
Thanks for Making 2025 a Success!
2026
Orlando, FL
June 13-16
Solutions Expo June 14-16
Rosen Shingle Creek
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New Orleans, LA
June 11-14
Solutions Expo June 12-14
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center & Hilton Riverside
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Welcome Barry Bullard
EASA's 2025-2026 Chairman of the Board
2025-2026 EASA International Executive Board of Directors
Electric Motors, Magnet Wire Not Covered in U.S. Tariff
As many are aware, the president of the United States has issued a proclamation that adds a 50% tariff to a wide range of copper derivative products. This includes “imports of semi-finished copper products and intensive copper derivative products, as set forth in a list of HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States) codes.” This tariff affects goods entered for consumption, or withdrawn from a warehouse for consumption, on or after August 1, 2025, and will continue in effect unless such action is expressly reduced, modified or terminated.
After careful review of the covered products being tariffed, EASA has determined that imported magnet wire is NOT included. In addition, electric motors currently are NOT included as a derivative copper product.
The copper proclamation does include a provision to allow future reviews that could add derivative products that are not currently included. The U.S. Secretary of Commerce has 90 days to set up a procedure for the review of additional products.
This process will allow “interested parties” to petition the U.S. Secretary of Commerce to add copper derivative products that were not included on the initial list of covered products. There is typically a short window of time to react to these requests. EASA has prepared a statement that will be provided to the U.S. Commerce Department, if necessary.
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ERT Certificate Program
Also delivered through the EASA Learning Center is the new Electromechanical Repair Technician (ERT) Certificate Program. The ERT Cetificate Program provides new, existing, and potential employees in the electromechanical repair industry a structured learning path to become a well-rounded, service center technician. The earned certificate will provide the student with a tangible and verifiable way to demonstrate to others that they have the necessary mechanical repair foundation to play a productive role in the service center.
As of December 1, 2025 we are at 75 ERT technicians and 259 Certificates distributed. Are you one of the shops that participated.
Tell us what you think.
Excellent Opportunity for Your Business and Employees!
2026 Webinars...
Vibration - Coast-Down Analysis
Event date: 2/11/2026 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Central
Presented by Gene Vogel
EASA Pump & Vibration Specialist
Spectrum analysis is the primary tool for analyzing vibration problems. Yet, a lot of useful information can be acquired by tracking the vibration characteristics as power is disconnected from the machine. Most spectrum analyzers have a function for capturing the coast-down data. Knowing how to setup and use that instrument function is important for many vibration analysis and balancing situations.
Topics include:
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Applications for coast-down analysis
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Bode and Nyquist plots
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Basic instrument setups for many analyzers
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Interpreting results
Target Audience: Vibration and balancing technicians, supervisors and engineers will benefit from this practical review of basic vibration analysis tool.
Recording Notice: This online meeting will be recorded and fixed in a tangible medium, making it subject to copyright protection.
Participant Consent: By attending this meeting, the participant grants permission for their image, voice, and any contributions (including questions, comments, or shared content) to be recorded, reproduced, and distributed as part of this meeting recording.
Temperature Detecting Accessories
Event date: 3/11/2026 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Central
Billy Higgs
EASA Technical Support Specialist
Struggling with RTDs, thermistors, thermostats, and thermocouples? This focused webinar will improve your diagnostic skills when time and accuracy matter most. When equipment fails and customers wait, knowing exactly how to test each temperature-sensing device becomes critical. Don't let temperature accessories be your diagnostic blind spot.
This session delivers the practical skills you need:
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Quick visual identification techniques for all temperature accessories
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How each device functions and why it matters for testing
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The correct test procedure for each accessory type
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Normal reading ranges that indicate proper operation
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Warning signs that reveal impending failures
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Clear pass/fail criteria for confident decision-making
Target Audience: This presentation will benefit service center supervisors, purchasers, managers and technicians.
Recording Notice: This online meeting will be recorded and fixed in a tangible medium, making it subject to copyright protection.
Participant Consent: By attending this meeting, the participant grants permission for their image, voice, and any contributions (including questions, comments, or shared content) to be recorded, reproduced, and distributed as part of this meeting recording.
EASA's Video Training Library provides training in a matter of minutes.
Check it out at the Link Below
EASA's Video Training Library provides training in a matter of minutes. Go to the training link and click on 4 of 5 Electric Motor Repair Tips
The Interactive Membership Toolkit
at easa.com/membership/members-start-here
Is a concise and colorful explanation of how your chapter members can make the most of their EASA membership.
Chapter members may download the toolkit and share it with their employees, who can help them boost their business. Full of videos that explain how to use their EASA membership, the toolkit links to some powerful EASA products, resources and tools.
The toolkit includes valuable information about:
1. keeping their account information up-to-date
2. adding employees to their roster
3. contacting EASA technical support
4. finding online tools and calculators
5. training
6. attending local chapter meetings and conventions
7. locating EASA's Online Learning Center
8. educating their customers
Active Membership
I work for a company that repairs or performs regular service or maintenance on electric motors, pumps, drives, controls, gearboxes or other rotating machinery.
Associate Membership
I work for a company that manufactures and sells equipment, parts, materials, services and products used by firms that repair and maintain electromechanical apparatus.
Allied Membership
We are an organization such as a utility, regulatory agency, consultant, design firm, energy service company, research center, national laboratory or educational institution.
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Why Electromechanical Careers Shine
High Demand & Job Security
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With automation, robotics, AI, remote monitoring and smart manufacturing on the rise, skilled electromechanical professionals are in strong demand to service industries like manufacturing, aerospace, petrochemical, automotive, energy and healthcare.
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The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects steady growth, especially for technicians and engineers who can bridge electrical and mechanical systems.
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Demand for skilled employees is high enough that this career could literally take you anywhere in the world. Members of EASA represent 70+ countries!
Diverse Career Paths
You’re not locked into one niche. You can learn new skills and pivot between roles like:
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Mechanic
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Machinist
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Motor Rewind Technician
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Electronics and Controls Technician or Engineer
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Field Service Technician
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Vibration, Balancing or Alignment Technician
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Advance to Shop Supervisory or Management Roles
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Inside & Outside Sales
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Marketing
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Human Resources
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Clerical Staff
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Finance & Accounting
Strong Earnings Potential
Salaries are competitive, especially for those with certifications, advanced degrees, or extensive experience with a wide variety of electrical or mechanical equipment.
Hands-On Innovation
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You get to design, build, and troubleshoot real-world systems—from production lines to pumping systems to power generation and more.
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It’s a career for problem-solvers who love seeing their ideas come to life.
Continuous Learning
The industry evolves with technology—AI integration, IoT devices, smart sensors and motor electronics mean you’re always learning something new.
Most companies have their own training, both technical and safety, augmented by hands-on work alongside industry professionals.
An Essential Industry Serving Essential Industries
The electric motor repair service industry was deemed essential during COVID-19 shutdowns because they support critical infrastructure.
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Maintain Essential Operations: These employees keep power plants, water treatment facilities, hospitals and manufacturing plants running.
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Prevent Supply Chain Disruptions: Industrial machinery must stay operational to avoid halting production of vital goods.
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Support Emergency Services: Many emergency systems rely on functioning motors and equipment.
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Specialized Expertise: Their services can't be easily replaced or paused without major consequences.
Tangible Impact
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Your work keeps factories running, medical devices functioning, and infrastructure humming.
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It’s deeply satisfying to know your technical skills directly affect productivity, reliability and safety.
more opportunities!!
Eddy, an AI Assistant
Hello, EASA community! My name is Eddy, and I am EASA's new AI-powered (artificial intelligence-powered) assistant here to support you in navigating EASA’s vast resources. I’ll be making my debut in May, so be sure to watch for me hanging out in the lower right corner of the EASA website. Until then, you can watch this short video to learn more about me and what I can do
EDDY Now Available
• EASAs new AI assistant, Eddy, is now available at easa.com. Eddy can answer a myriad of questions as he draws from EASA’s vast resource library. Please encourage your staff to use Eddy and give him a thumbs up or thumbs down on his answers. Encourage your members to do so! https://easa.com/eddy
• Also remind members to be sure they’re logged in to get Eddy’s full responses.
• IMPORTANT in many if not all instances: Please “like” and “share” EASA’s social media posts regarding Eddy and other topics, including convention!
Women of EASA Committee
To support and advance the role of women within the EASA industry by leading the activities of the Women of EASA group, focusing on practical initiatives such as assisting in planning the group’s annual convention gathering, helping to grow the group, and fostering an environment where women members feel welcomed and valued.
Check out the Women of EASA Facebook Page!
https://www.facebook.com/share/g/154MNnPyZm/
WOMEN HELPING WOMEN IN THE ELECTRO MECHANICAL INDUSTRY
GROWING BIGGER EVERY YEAR!
Since 2022
Mid Atlantic Chapters very own Brittany Downing from AR&E!
Hello WOE! My name is Brittany Downing and I’m a member of the Women of EASA (WOE) board. I am also the Operations Manager at Apparatus Repair & Engineering, Inc. (AR&E) in Hagerstown, Maryland. I will “technically” be a third-generation owner of our motor shop (My grandfather and father purchased the company together as co-owners). I love to travel as often as possible and enjoy experiencing new cultures and gaining new friends along the way. I have met some amazing women since being a part of EASA, sometimes related to motor shop chats, other times discussing favorite books or places we have visited. I truly love being a part of this quickly growing, varied group! 1. How long have I been in the industry and how did U get involved? My father and grandfather bought AR&E in 1992. I spent my childhood in and out of the shop, started with making necklaces from scrap wire, to doing filing and typing. When I was in high school, I worked part-time doing inventory and receptionist work while helping in rewind. Received my college degree in Intercultural Studies, travelled a bit, got married and divorced then came back to the company and have been running the business with my father ever since. 2. What’s the most surprising thing about this industry or your role? How diversified our customer base is. We will be in sewage treatment plants one day, a super-secret military site the next and the following at a nursing home. Every single one of them is always so appreciative when you help get them out of a jam, no matter their background or what they do for a living. The excitement of helping different people in different walks of life make this industry so exciting for me. 3. What subjects are you open to consulting/sharing advice on to other members? Running a company as a female / multi-generational person. Being a female in a motor shop world we all know presents its fun and challenges but sometimes adding the factor of working with your family members can add a layer that can be complicated, while a blessing at the same time. 4. What are you most looking forward to with Women of EASA? Similar to Jan, my father was part of an RCE group that I later joined and enjoy today. I love that we can bounce information and ideas off each other, but I also find myself wishing there was another female voice in the mix. We tend to see things differently and can bring a lot to the table. My hope is that WOE can be the same type of collaborative community where we help each other succeed in business and in life! 5. What is the best piece of advice you’ve ever been given? You don’t have to be an expert at every part of your business. You just hire the people that are the
