MTTIA Annual Conference 2026: Full Schedule

8:00am CDT

US2027 Engine and Emission updates for Mack/Volvo Engines

Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 11:30am CDT

Topics include:

Premium Tech Tool (PTT) training, best practices, and latest updates
A preview of Workshop Toolbox, the next generation replacement for PTT
US2027 engine changes and what they mean for future technicians
Important EPA updates impacting diesel service and repair
Proven Mack and Volvo diagnostic strategies and troubleshooting tips
Electronic I-Shift transmission diagnostics
I-Shift design, operation and functionality
Hands-on review of major components and power flow principles
Live I-Shift bench testing using PTT

Speakers

I've been working on Volvo Trucks 18 years now. Started in the wash bay and parts. Have been in the service department for the last 16 years. I love working on trucks and learning new things everyday about the products growing my knowledge. I especially enjoy big engine work and transmissions... Read More →

Tuesday August 4, 2026 8:00am - 11:30am CDT
W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Diesel & Heavy Equipment

1:00pm CDT

IH S13 Dual Stage Aftertreatment Design, Operation & Repair

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Presentation on the S13 Engine and dual stage Aftertreatment. Reflect on how theS13 Engine is doing after a couple years out. Recap International Software

Speakers

Kyle Ries

Paul Martin

Tuesday August 4, 2026 1:00pm - 4:30pm CDT
W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Diesel & Heavy Equipment

8:00am CDT

Vermeer CAN Bus Training

Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:00am - 11:30pm CDT

W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Brently Beall - Service Training Lead from Vermeer Corp. in Pella, IA will be focusing on CAN bus control systems. It is true that these systems help to simplify wiring, improve reliability, delivered operator-friendly controls, and provided more machine operating information but it takes a well-trained technician to diagnosis and repair them when issue arise. Last Brently shared the Vermeer training methodology for basic electrical systems and this year he is building on that by diving into the concept and theory for CAN bus as the systems become increasingly prevalent in our daily work.

Speakers

Brently Beall

Jeff Vander Molen

Wednesday August 5, 2026 8:00am - 11:30pm CDT
W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Diesel & Heavy Equipment

1:00pm CDT

John Deere Electro-Hydraulic Systems

Wednesday August 5, 2026 1:00pm - 4:30pm CDT

W165 Marine Powersports Lab - South

Jared Rentmeester – Instructor for 4WD Loaders & Scraper System from John Deere in Davenport, IA will be focusing on Electro-Hydraulic systems (EH). Gone are the days of mechanical linkages as EH controls electronic joysticks and pedals sending signals to hydraulic valves, resulting in smoother, more precise operation, and the ability to automate repetitive tasks. As John Deere continues to integrate EH into their equipment lines it is important to understand how these systems work and can be taught as they are blending electrical and hydraulic systems into one.

Speakers