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I DA U N I V E R S A L A p r i l - M ay 2 0 2 4 3 CONTENTS FEATURES DEPARTMENTS 4 Editor's Notes 7 President's Post 17 Right to Repair 19 Trends and Tidbits 31 Nuts and Bolts 46 Advertisers Index 47 Trade Show Calendar Editor Tiffany Cabral Art Director Bonnie Hickman INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTORS ASSOCIATION 4251 FM 2181 Ste 230-501 Corinth, TX 76210 Ph: 972-241-1124 info@idaparts.org www.idaparts.org IDA Universal is the offi cial publication of the Independent Distributors Association. Published fi ve times annually, it is mailed to IDA Members and prospective members. Please send address correc- tions to the association offi ce listed above. References are made in this publication to Original Equipment Manufacturers. ese trademarks are used for identifi cation purposes only. e information contained in this document is the confi - dential, proprietary, trade secret property of the Independent Distributors Association ("IDA") and is for the sole and exclu- sive use of IDA and its members. Any other use of this information or distri- bution to others is strictly prohibited. Unauthorized use of this material may subject the user to federal and/or state criminal and civil penalties under law. UNIVERSAL en Español 42 10 Paint Valley Equipment Celebrates 40 Years of Partnering with America As a parts dealer, PVE has built its reputation on quality, innovation and quick turnaround since its inception four decades ago. 6 Steps to AI Adoption in Construction 38 e key to successful AI adoption lies in taking practical, tactical steps that align with the organization's strategic vision. 15 Years of IDA Membership Firat Makine Ltd.: Setting Standards in the A ermarket Parts Industry With a rich history of innovation, unparalleled customer service, and a steadfast dedication to quality, they continue to set benchmarks for the industry at large.