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The official e-newsletter of the Recreational Vehicle Manufacturing Association of Australia Ltd

NOV 2013   
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER UPDATE

 





Because there is so much happening this month, we have brought you an extra issue of InMotion to cover some important activities and announcements.
IN THIS ISSUE
New Age Caravans maps the future
New gas regulations workshop - book now
New gas regulations - summary of key changes for members
Member access to Australian Standards has arrived
Vehicle Towing Mass Guide now available
Supplier promotion opportunites
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New Age Caravans maps the future

As the RVMAP program rolls out around Australia, Caravan World tagged along on an audit at New Age Caravans.

 

The RVMAP product inspection came shortly after New Age moved into its state-of-the-art new factory showroom in Epping.

 

Click here to read the special feature in December's issue of Caravan World.

 

The second round of RVMAP audits is about to get underway, and members can expect a call from national office very soon to arrange a site visit to undertake their vehicle inspections. 

 

David Duncan

Chief Executive Officer

 

 

TECHNICAL

    

Member workshop on new gas regulations

  





Sponsored by OzCharge

Seats are filling fast for our Member Information Workshop covering the new gas regulations taking place in two Melbourne locations - Craigieburn (near Tullamarine airport) and Wantirna South. 

 

The workshop will comprise three half-hour information sessions on gas, electrical and plumbing presented by Energy Safe Victoria and the Victorian Building Authority (formerly PIC), and provide ample question-time after each session.

 

This is a must-attend event for RVM Australia manufacturers and suppliers. Read more

 

Wednesday, 4 December 2013 - Craigieburn

9.30 am to 12 noon

Conference Room 2 - Hume Global Learning Centre

75-95 Central Park Avenue, Craigieburn (map) 

 

Thursday, 5 December 2013 - Wantirna South

9.30 am to 12 noon

Room 3, Knox Civic Centre

511 Burwood Highway, Wantirna South (map)

 

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New gas regulations 

- summary of key changes


At the New Gas Regulations Workshop members will receive a comprehensive 13-page summary of key changes between the 2013 edition and the previous 2010 and 2004 editions of AS/NZS 5601.

 

The comparison of changes between 2013 and 2010 will be relevant to most states where the 2010 edition has been adopted (with the exception of Victoria and NSW).

 

 

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Member access to Australian Standards 

has arrived!

As part of our commitment to assisting members achieve full compliance to all Australian Standards relevant to the manufacture of RVs, we are pleased to announce that we have partnered with SAI Global to provide access to the latest version of these documents at an affordable price. 

 

Members can now access relevant Australian Standards - including the very latest updates and amendments - in a read-only format for only $322 per annum inc GST (less than the cost of the gas regulations alone). 

 

Click here to view the full list of the content - including the just-released AS/NZS 5601 Gas Installation Set:2013. Of course, this list can be tailored to suit the needs of manufacturer members and we welcome your feedback about the content.

 

Members can order their subscription here.

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Vehicle Towing Mass Guide

 
 
RVM Australia members can click here to request the 2013 Vehicle Towing Mass Guide.
 
 

The latest Vehicle Towing Mass Guide - Nov 2013 - is now available to RVM Australia members.

 

This guide is produced and distributed by CTIA of Qld in conjunction with the Royal Automobile Club of Queensland as a reference for members of the Australian caravan industry's affiliated organisations and their members.  

 

The guide has been prepared to assist persons who are required to give advice to members of the public seeking to make decisions regarding towing and/or trailer-vehicle purchases. The table includes data about many vehicles (not exceeding 4.5T GVM) that have been sold in Australia from 2002 onwards although some older popular towing vehicles have been included.  

 

Data included - where available - is the vehicle year, model, manufacturer's braked and unbraked towing masses, tow ball downloads, specific towing conditions and vehicle weights. Read more>

 

SUPPLIERS - PROMOTING YOUR BRAND

 



Several promotion opportunities exist for supplier members including:

  • Sponsorship of our Member Update Meets (MUMs)
  • Full-page ad in the Owners' Handbook 
  • Sponsorship of member-only sections of our website (eg the new SAI Global Australian Standards page)
  • Principal sponsorhip of InMotion (SOLD)
  • Monthly sponsorship of InMotion 
Supplier sponsorship provides you with an opportunity to align your organisation with RVM Australia and develop a strong relationship with our manufacturer members. It is also a great way to promote your brand or product in front of an interested and highly-targeted audience seeking the latest RV industry news. Read more>

 

 

CRVA & RVM AUSTRALIA JOINT STATEMENT

 


 

 

The attached statement by CRVA and RVM Australia regarding a single integrated body was issued to members on 19 November.

 

 

 
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CONTACT US


 
RVM Australia Ltd
Suite 3, Level 1
21 Burwood Road
Hawthorn  Vic  3122
Tel: 03 9815 2015 / Fax: 03 9815 2012
  Website: www.rvmaustralia.com.au

Chief Executive Officer - David Duncan

Technical Advisor - Daniel Sahlberg

Technical Advisor - Murray Longe

Manager - Finance & Admin - Gabrielle O'Brien


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