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Editor
Tiffany Cabral
Art Director
Sarah Guevara
IDA Universal January - February 2025 3
Contents
Features
11
17
Discover how Maxiforce is leading
the way with cutting-edge technology,
streamlined logistics, and a relentless
focus on customer satisfaction.
Departments
4
6
Editor's Notes
President's Notes
18
Right to Repair
20
Trends and Tidbits
33
Nuts & Bolts
50
Advetisers Index
51
Trade Show Calendar
en ESPAÑOL
47
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