2014 NSTA Annual Meeting & Convention Sponsor Descriptions

247 SECURITY 247Security is a leading provider and manufacturer of mobile digital video recording equipment, security cameras and GPS data management applications. Kelly Lee US: 4400 North Point Parkway, Suite # 158 • Alpharetta, GA 30022 Canada: 6185 Danville Road, Suites # 1-4 •, Mississauga, ON L5T 2H7 Phone: (866) 693-7492 • Fax: (404) 538-8828 [email protected] • www.247securityinc.com

AMERICAN COOLING TECHNOLOGY, INC. American Cooling Technology(ACT) designs manufactures and supports a complete line of advanced bus air conditioning systems for School Bus, Commercial, Shuttle and Transit Buses. ACT AC systems are available for both conventional and hybrid drive vehicles. In addition to a complete Bus AC product line ACT offers specification support, product testing, service parts and training services. American Cooling Technology (ACT) was founded in FEB 1998 in York, PA but traces its roots and Bus AC experience back to AC Industries in the early 1980’s. ACT AC Systems for both new and aftermarket installations are supported by partnering with a network of distributors and service centers throughout North America.

Dave Oberdorff 715 Willow Springs Lane • York, PA 17406 Phone: (717) 767-2775 • Fax: (717) 767-3658 [email protected] • www.actusa.com

BLUE BIRD CORPORATION WHAT WE STAND FOR - We come to work every day with one common goal, to design, build, sell and service the world's finest school bus. That's what we do - no distractions, no competing priorities. We are heirs to a rich legacy, one of listening to our customers, embracing their needs, and delivering innovations that lead the market. We commit ourselves to four driving priorities - safety, quality, durability, and serviceability. We embody the interests of every child that rides us, every driver that drives us, every service technician that services us and every district that buys us. More than a business, this work is our heritage, and we have been at it since 1927 - that's purpose driven.

OUR PROMISE - We are singularly focused on building and selling school buses that customers want and value. The safety of schoolchildren is at the center of all that we do and we will strive every day, just as we have since our beginning in 1927, to provide an unparalleled and affordable product in terms of safety, quality, durability, and serviceability. We will be easy to do business with, responsive to our customers' wants and needs, and provide prompt after-sale support in parts and service through a professional, high-qualified distribution network. Customer satisfaction is our top priority.

Sherry Matthews 402 Blue Bird Boulevard • Fort Valley, GA 31030 Phone: (478) 731-6606 • Fax: (478) 822-3545 [email protected]• www.blue-bird.com

BRAUNABILITY The Braun Corporation has remained a pioneer in the mobility industry since 1963. It all started with our Founder, Ralph Braun, and how his personal mobility solution would eventually change the lives of thousands of people. His personal fight may have ended with his passing in early 2013, but his lifelong mobility pursuit inspired The Braun Corporation to become the global leader in mobility. His legacy moved our formation into one clear fundamental goal of a worldwide brand identity, BraunAbility. Our BraunAbility Commercial Wheelchair Lifts and Ramps set the standard in public-use transportation for the disabled across the country and around the world. BraunAbility continues to develop new and better products designed to increase the versatility of your Bus Fleet. Our attention to detail and quality craftsmanship is supported by a worldwide network of dealers who stand ready to assist you.

Mark Sarno 631 West 11th Street • Winamac, IN 46996 Phone: (317) 695-9040 • Fax: (574) 946-2386 [email protected] • www.braunability.com/commercial

BUS PARTS WAREHOUSE Bus Parts Warehouse is a national distributor of school bus replacement parts with a strong emphasis on securement options for special needs and wheelchair bound occupants. We are happy to announce the launch of our NEW AND IMPROVED WEBSITE at www.buspartswarehouse.com. Once logged into the website you'll have the ability to view your pricing and order history, check product availability and place your orders. After you place your order you'll receive an e-mailed order confirmation. You'll also receive an e-mail when your order is shipped, complete with tracking number.

We feel it is the most up-to-date, comprehensive website available today. We feature products manufactured by the major suppliers to our industry from Specialty Manufacturing, Co’s safety products, Walker Manufacturing’s exhaust systems, Rosco’s mirrors, to Sure-lok/Q-Straint’s wheelchair securement systems. We are also on the leading edge of new, innovative lighting products from vendors such as Weldon and Sound-off. Our in-house manufacturing capabilities include custom pre-spaced vinyl lettering as well as standard and custom-made school bus seat covers. We operate out of a clean, well-organized 20,000 square foot facility and process orders the day they are received. Our customer service representatives cover the United States through phone contact, while our sales representatives personally visit many of our accounts throughout the northeastern United States. We mail a bimonthly flyer of featured products to school districts and contractors throughout the United States. Together, we have over 150 years of industry experience including an in-house parts specialist who is an expert at locating those hard-to-find parts. Check out our website and register for access.

Shelle Johnson P.O. Box 441 – 1 Thermold Drive • Manlius, NY 13104 Phone: (800) 635-5567 • Fax: (877) 682-4443 [email protected] • www.buspartswarehouse.com

CAPACITY COVERAGE / ALL TRANS RISK SOLUTIONS The mission of the Capacity Group of Companies is to offer an expansive range of customized insurance and financial products, while providing superior customer service for all types of businesses, industries, and individuals. Capacity Coverage Company of New Jersey, our flagship of the group, has over a century of history and experience.

The Capacity Group has grown to become one of the 100 largest insurance brokerage firms in the US. We are currently ranked number 43rd by Business Insurance magazine, and are among the Top 5 privately held brokerage firms in New Jersey. We are also ranked the 29th largest "Privately Held Property Casualty Independent Agency" by Insurance Journal magazine. We represent a host of the finest, and top rated insurance carriers in the world. Our collective knowledge of the insurance marketplace coupled with our ability to recommend product from one of many insurance carriers enables us to offer unparalleled asset protection.

Michele Mungo 1 International Blvd. • Mahwah, NJ 07495 Phone: (201) 661-2440 • Fax: (201) 661-7797 [email protected] • www.capcoverage.com

CHILD CHECK-MATE SYSTEM, INC. Child Check-Mate System, Inc. is a Canadian school bus safety company who has developed and patented a unique alarm system. The system reminds drivers to check for sleeping children at the end of each route. With nearly a quarter-million systems in operation, it is the leading provider of electronic child check alarms. The system endures some of North America's harshest weather conditions proving itself as a reliable investment to operators and as a valuable safety aid to the drivers who use it.

This year, Child Check-Mate System, Inc. is proud to celebrate twenty years of dedicated service to the pupil transportation industry and we continue to offer innovative safety solutions. Child Check-Mate System is now able to leverage your existing GPS system. By connecting to your GPS, we are able to provide managers real-time, actionable alerts on critical system events. Visit www.childcheckmate.com to learn more about some exciting new features.

Gordon Both/Allan Lowe PO Box 70 • Navan, Ontario • Canada • K4B 1J3 Phone: (613) 835-2489 • Fax: (613) 835-4112 [email protected] • www.childcheckmate.com

COLLINS BUS CORPORATION Collins Bus Corporation is the largest manufacturer of Type-A buses in North America. Collins sets the industry standard in construction and features. Standard Safeguard seating from IMMI and a dramatic increase in window size make Collins the logical choice for your Type-A requirements. Collins offers alternative fuel choices with Propane and CNG power options. Collins leads the Type-A market by continuing to develop better ways to manufacture better buses of extraordinary value. Visit us online at www.collinsbuscorp.com to learn more.

Paula Lundmark / Matt Scheuler 415 West 6th Street • South Hutchinson, KS 67505 Phone: (620) 662-9000 • Fax: (800) 513-3093 [email protected] • www.collinsbuscorp.com

DAIMLER TRUCK FINANCIAL For 40 years, Daimler Truck Financial has been the captive financial services provider for the Daimler Trucks North America, LLC, family of commercial vehicle products, including Thomas Built Buses. The product portfolio offered by Daimler Truck Financial is mainly comprised of customized financing and leasing packages with flexible payment schedules for customers and dealers. Call or email Daimler Truck Financial for personal assistance in learning about new financing options and rates for Thomas Built Buses.

Keith Courtney 2477 Deerfield Drive • Fort Mill, SC 29715 Phone: (630) 215-4956 • Fax: (866) 530-7794 [email protected] • www.daimler-truckfinancial.com

HSM Offers driver and passenger seats, integrated child restraint seats and the Student Safety Seat with three-point seat belts for school buses. Our offering of integrated assemblies includes completed bus seats that use HSM produced metal frames, rebond seat backs, polyurethane foams — along with integrated fiber, wiring and metal components. Safety, quality and value all wrapped into one with the Safest Seat on the Road. Bill Loshbough 417 N. Kibler St. • New Washington, Ohio 44854 Phone: 419-492-2157 • Fax: 419-492-2544 [email protected] • www.hsmsolutions.ocm

IC BUS IC Bus of Lisle, Ill., is wholly owned by Navistar, a leader in the transportation industry with 182 years of experience. With the broadest selection of engines and the most extensive dealer support in the industry, IC Bus is North America’s leading school bus manufacturer. All IC Bus products are sold, serviced and supported through a renowned dealer network that offers an integrated customer program encompassing parts, training and service. We pride ourselves in designing our buses with our children and drivers in mind. Please visit us at www.icbus.com for more information.

Dan Cutter 2701 Navistar Drive• Lisle, IL 60532 Phone: (331) 332-3518 [email protected] • www.icbus.com

KEYSTONE INSURERS GROUP Keystone Insurers Group is one of the largest independent writers of school bus contractors in the nation and is proud to be the “Officially Endorsed Insurance Provider of NSTA Members.” Our goal is to provide a value-added service to the School Transportation Industry. Our program is designed to meet the needs of all size contractors from just a few buses to thousands in the fleet. In addition to the fundamental insurance protection provided for your buildings, contents, fleet exposures, and general business operations, our program offers many special features. Keystone agency partners understand your industry. Our program offers competitive pricing, loss control, and safety and risk management services. Learn more about the unique advantages and protection available to you through the NSTA endorsed program with Keystone by calling our dedicated toll-free number 1-888-481-2939. Joseph Joyce / Brian Brusoski /Lori Simpson 1995 Point Township Drive • Northumberland, PA 17857 Phone: (888) 481-2939 • Fax: (570) 473-2147 www.keystoneinsgrp.com/nsta.html

NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY National Interstate is celebrating 25 years as a leading provider of passenger transportation insurance solutions is a proud sponsor and member of NSTA. We offer customized insurance solutions to any size operator in any state including first dollar, deductible, revenue/mileage and captive programs. Contact us to see how you can save money and manage your risk.

Michelle Wiltgen / Jon Hicks 3250 Interstate Drive • Richfield, OH 44286 Phone: (330) 659-8900 • Fax: (330) 659-8907 [email protected] • www.natl.com

P.A. POST AGENCY, LLC Since our founding in 1915, P.A. Post Agency, L.L.C. has remained the country's premier transportation insurance agency. In our fourth generation of family-ownership, P.A. Post Agency continues to provide our clients with a blanket of financial security through both traditional and alternative insurance products and services. P.A. Post Agency seeks to guarantee our clients long-term insurance solutions while providing immediate benefits and rewards. For 99 years, P.A. Post Agency has provided highly competitive insurance products for all transportation classes. Brad Post / Richard Ackerman One International Blvd., Ste. 405 • Mahwah, NJ 07495 Phone: (201) 252-3010 • Fax: (201) 252-3011 [email protected] • www.papost.com

PHILLIPS 66 Built on more than 130 years of experience, Phillips 66 is a growing energy manufacturing and logistics company with high-performing Midstream, Chemicals, Refining, and Marketing and Specialties businesses. This integrated portfolio enables Phillips 66 to capture opportunities in the changing energy landscape. Headquartered in Houston, the company has 13,500 employees who are committed to operating excellence and safety. Phillips 66 had $51 billion of assets as of Sept. 30, 2013. We are Phillips 66, and our employees, suppliers, and partners share a vision to provide energy and improve lives. We manufacture energy and are shaping the U.S. energy revolution with products such as gasoline, diesel, jet fuel and lubricants for transportation, natural gas and natural gas liquids for powering businesses and heating homes, and petrochemicals, polymers and plastics found in cars, electronics and everyday goods. James Doyle and Dolores Love 936 Skyline Drive • Chester Springs, PA 19425 Phone: (484) 467-4874 [email protected] • www.p66.com

RADIO ENGINEERING INDUSTRIES (REI) Radio Engineering Industries, Inc. (REI) is a leader in designing and manufacturing custom and commercial transportation electronic solutions. For over 75 years, REI has provided products designed to keep you, our customer, in mind. Simply stated, we make quality, value and service our top priority. From mobile video surveillance including Stop-Arm violation software, GPS, fleet management to PA systems and multi-media entertainments systems, REI provides all your mobile electronic needs.

Guy Jukes 6534 L Street • Omaha, NE 68117 Phone: (402) 339-2200 • Fax: (402) 339-1704 [email protected] • www.radioeng.com

SAFEGUARD, a division of IMMI IMMI®, located in Westfield, Indiana, is a leader in the design, innovation, testing and manufacturing of advanced safety systems. The first to introduce lap-shoulder belts to the school bus industry, IMMI’s SafeGuard® brand of seats and STAR restraints are the preferred choice for school and day care transportation. With the vision of a safer future for every child and adult riding in a vehicle, IMMI produces hundreds of innovative products for various industries, including commercial, industrial, outdoor, military, emergency response vehicles, motor coach, and child restraints. IMMI is also home to CAPE®, the Center for Advanced Product Evaluation, a one-of-a-kind, premiere test house with significant experience in testing and validating child restraints, school bus seats, and school buses. IMMI has been dedicated to Bringing Safety to People® all over the world for more than 50 years.

Gary Plumton 18881 US 31 North • Westfield, IN 46074 Phone: (317) 896-9531 • Fax: (317) 896-2142 [email protected] • www.safeguardseat.com SAFETY-KLEEN/ECOPOWER EcoPower is produced by Safety-Kleen, the largest re-refiner of used oil in the world. EcoPower re-refined engine oil protects engines and the environment, while attracting or keeping eco-responsible customers. It reduces greenhouse gas emissions by over 80 percent. A school bus fleet that uses 250,000 gallons of EcoPower per year could reduce greenhouse gas emissions by more than 1,900 metric tons per year. That's equal to growing more than 49,000 trees for 10 years in an urban environment. EcoPower also requires up to 85 percent less energy to produce than oil made from virgin crude, because it has already been refined once. EcoPower is API-licensed, approved by all major OEMs and has been torture-tested in the most demanding conditions.

Steve Collins 2600 North Central Expressway, Suite 400 • Richardson, TX 75080 Phone: 804-892-7591 • Fax: 804-739-0920 [email protected] • www.ecopoweroil.com

SAFETY VISION Serving school bus, transit, police, commercial, and other public and private sector fleets since 1993, Safety Vision provides comprehensive mobile video solutions that enhance visibility, improve safety, protect assets, and reduce liability. Solutions include onboard surveillance, collision avoidance, and driver behavior modification systems. Components include mobile digital video recorders (MDVRs); rear-, side-, and forward-view interior and exterior cameras featuring infrared technology; in-cab monitors; video-viewing and -sharing software; and vehicle monitoring software featuring GPS.

David Wehmeyer 6100 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N. • Houston, TX 77041 Phone: 800.880.8855 • Fax: 713.896.6640 [email protected] • www.safetyvision.com

SMI SMI is the world’s leading producer of bus safety equipment. We are a technology driven company that is always looking at ways to provide our customers the best overall products. From the manufacture of complete Transit Bus Interiors to Stop Arms, Crossing Arms, Roof Hatches as well as Step Treads, we also a produce Energy Absorbing Bumpers and Roof Mount Strobe Lights. SMI is always there to provide you with what you need when it comes to bus safety equipment.

Jim Haigh / Doug Campbell 10200 Pineville Road • Pineville, NC 28134 Phone800-951-7867 * 704-889-2760 [email protected] • www.smiglobal.net

SUNTRUST EQUIPMENT FINANCE Whether you're in the market for a new moving van or an MRI machine, SunTrust's equipment lease financing provides a cost-effective way to meet your company's needs. Equipment leasing offers many advantages over outright purchases. SunTrust provides 100 percent financing on equipment leases. Leasing also spares you the costs and headaches of maintaining—and eventually disposing of—older equipment. And it protects you from the risk that new technologies will render your equipment obsolete before you pay it off. SunTrust provides lease financing for nearly every type of business equipment.

Greg Berg 906 Westminster Way • Southlake, TX 76092 Phone: (810) 488-7585 [email protected]

SYNTEC SEATING SOLUTIONS SynTec Seating Solutions located in High Point NC is the largest supplier of school bus seating products in the industry. SynTec is a subsidiary of Takata USA which is the largest manufacturer of seat belt and airbag systems in the world. At SynTec we build more than 200,000 seats per year. Over the course of our history we have produced more than 2 million school bus seats which are used to safely transport our children to and from school every day. SynTec has recently added the S3C seat to our product line-up. The S3C is available in lap shoulder, ICS and lap belt ready configurations. Depending on your needs these seats can be easily converted from one configuration to another in less than 2 minutes.

Rick Smith 200 Swathmore Avenue • High Point, NC 27263 Phone: (866) 931-7328 x245 • Fax: (336) 885-6473 [email protected] • www.syntecseating.com

THOMAS BUILT BUSES, INC. Since the first Thomas Built bus rolled off the assembly line in 1936, we’ve focused entirely on delivering the smartest, most innovative buses in North America. Today, we manufacture a full line of Thomas Built Buses for the commercial transit, school bus and specialty vehicle markets. And, we back these products with exceptional customer support from some of the most knowledgeable, responsive, and friendly employees anywhere. Thomas Built Buses, Inc. is a subsidiary of Daimler Trucks North America LLC, a Daimler Company. Headquartered in High Point, N.C., the company supports several manufacturing operations in the United States. Kelley Platt / Ken Hedgecock / Jim Crowcroft 1408 Courtesy Road • High Point, NC 24260 Phone: (336) 471-6538 • Fax: (336) 881-7200 [email protected] • www.thomasbus.com

TRANS/AIR Trans/Air Manufacturing Corporation is an ISO 9001 registered firm, manufacturing a full line of climate control systems for the school, commercial and electric/hybrid vehicle markets. Units, parts, service, training, warranty, and new or aftermarket installations are available through factory-owned operations or a network of distributors throughout North America.

Rick Lehnert 480 East Locust Street Phone: (313) 246-2627 • Fax: (717) 244-7088 [email protected] • www.transairmfg.com

TRANS TECH BUS Trans Tech Bus, a division of Transportation Collaborative, Inc is a type A bus manufacturer based in Warwick, NY. The company produces a full line of type A buses including the single rear wheel ST Aero, narrow body DRW Roadstar, standard DRW SST. The Trans Tech family of vehicles is backed by the best warranty in the industry.

Brian Barrington /John Phraner 7 Lake Station Road • Warwick, NY 10990 Phone: 845-988-2333 • Fax: 845-988-0320 [email protected] • www.transtechbus.com

TRP BUS PARTS and SERVICE (PACCAR Inc.) Tested. Reliable. Proven. It’s more than a fix. It’s a solution. Replacement parts should do more than meet an immediate need – they should extend the life of your vehicle. With a wide product line ranging from audio, brakes, batteries, drivetrain, electrical, emissions, engine, filtration, HVAC, lighting, and much more! TRP Parts and Service for Buses is available at authorized TRP Retailers Nationwide. PACCAR Parts Fleet Services provides total control of fleet maintenance, including consolidated billing, customized reporting, 24/7 web access, up front price verification, transaction control and more across North America. Visit www.TRPParts.com for the full TRP product line, plus parts and service retailer locations. Dale Puhrmann 750 Houser Way N • Renton, WA 98057 Phone: 206.504.8322 [email protected] • www.TRPParts.com

UNITY BUS PARTS Unity is an independent distributor with over 28 years of experience offering a wide range of OEM body parts and accessories that include all major bus manufacturers. Our specialty lines consist of a variety of lights, mirrors, seat repair products, safety equipment and child restraints, which are competitively priced. We are truly a customer driven company with a special focus on immediate delivery. Every purchase order that we receive is shipped out on the same day. Another notable fact is the knowledge and friendliness that we express toward our customers. Ordering from Unity will always be a pleasurable experience. We are family owned and customer committed. Ed Mastry 6221 King Road • Marine City, MI 48039 Phone: 810-343-0263 • Fax: 810-765-2835 [email protected]• www.unityparts.com

WELLS FARGO At Wells Fargo, we focus on building long-term relationships with our customers. As our customer, you have a local team that works alongside your team to help you keep your business on track. This local support, combined with our comprehensive suite of products and services and Wells Fargo’s time-tested strength and stability, mean we can support your business now, and for many years to come.

Lee Edwards 633 Chestnut Street, Ste. 600 Chattanooga, TN 37450 Phone: (423) 386-5722 • Fax: (866) 424-8404 [email protected] • https://www.wellsfargo.com/com/financing/equipment-financing

ZEN-TINEL When your most valued assets need to be transported, you want to be able to trust the people and the equipment doing the transporting. Peace of mind becomes paramount, even when you can’t see what’s happening. That’s the value of Zen-tinel Mobile Surveillance & Management Systems. Through Zen-tinel superior quality, personalized service, and cost effective cameras and recording equipment, we become your eyes, safeguarding your valued assets in transport, so that should anything unusual happen, you’ll see it. Our tools also help you manage driver behavior for greater safety and reduced liability. Zen-tinel also offers flexible and innovative financing options to enhance complete coverage for clients. Zen-tinel: Our Field of Vision, Your Peace of Mind Larry Vaughn 650 S. 13th St. (PO Box 640) • Indiana, PA 15701 Phone: (724) 357-9709 • Fax: (724) 357-9661 [email protected] •www.zen-tinel.com

ZONAR SYSTEMS, INC. Zonar helps school bus fleet managers improve CSA compliance, student safety and fleet efficiency through an expansive set of inspection, diagnostic and GPS solutions. Zonar automates the pre- and post-trip inspection process with EVIR (Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reporting). The Zonar onboard computer tracks bus diagnostics, location and driver performance in real-time. ZPass, and the new parent-facing ZPass+ use RFID technology to track when and where each student enters and exits the bus. Parents can access their children's ridership information through a web browser or smart phone application. Learn more about Zonar at www.zonarsystems.com. Don Carnahan / Craig Kahoun 18200 Cascade Ave., S., Ste. 200 • Seattle, WA 98188 Phone (877) 843-3847 • Fax 206-878-3082 [email protected] • www.ZonarSystems.com