Membership - About
Founded by a group of dedicated, far-thinking radiator repair shop owners in 1954, NARSA - The International Heat Transfer Association continues as a forum for education and communication within the automotive, heavy-duty and commercial engine cooling and mobile air conditioning system service aftermarket. Today, the Association exists as a nonprofit organization with offices in Mount Laurel, NJ. A full service trade association, NARSA strives to provide its members and the industry with a variety of timely and valuable programs. It is governed by a volunteer board of directors elected by the membership.
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Mission
To know and understand our members; and to satisfy their needs.
Objectives
- To provide for the discussion and solution of mutual problems
- To gather and disseminate information to the automotive and heavy-duty service industry
- To conduct research
- To promote educational practices and improve procedures
Member Benefits
Industry Access
NARSA serves as your vehicle for communication with other repair shop owners, as well as with distributors, suppliers and manufacturers. Associate membership is available to those businesses which supply the front-line cooling system specialist. NARSA provides the individual with the opportunity to gain access to the entire industry.
Toll-Free Help Line
Your contact with NARSA is toll-free. You can take advantage of the Association’s informational resources as frequently as you wish. NARSA staffers can help you track down hard-to-find products, get a better handle on regulations and even find that photo of yourself in the magazine.
Technical Services
Having problems with that 1983 Buick? Need to know more about a particular welding technique? Need cooling specs for that front loader? NARSA has the technical capability to find the right answer for you. And it’s toll-free!
Public Relations
NARSA’s public relations campaign has reached millions of consumers with the message: Take your cooling system
problems to a NARSA member. The public relations campaign includes print and broadcast media. NARSA is leading the way for its members in the arena of public opinion.
NARSA on the Internet
NARSA has a powerful communication tool designed to benefit its members. Through our web site, the Association communicates with you and educates endusers of your services and products. Technical, regulatory and marketing information is at your fingertips at www.narsa.org
Conventions, Conferences, Meetings
Develop lasting relationships with your colleagues and learn new service techniques when you attend major meetings for the cooling system service industry. In addition to the National Convention and Trade Show held annually, regional Ed/Tech Conferences are held each fall in cities throughout the U.S. and Canada. Plus, a number of local meetings ranging from hands-on technical demonstrations to evening dinner sessions are offered each year.
Processing Solutions
Take advantage of the group purchasing power and high transaction volume of NARSA. As the bankcard processor endorsed by NARSA, Global Payments provides payment processing services to NARSA members at reduced rates. And reduced rates mean increased profit for you!
Government and Legislative Affairs
NARSA monitors legislative and legal issues impacting your business. The Association’s lobbying of government agencies and committees is instrumental in altering proposed regulations which would take money out of your pocket.
Publications and Communications
Receive timely information about the industry through the Association’s publications:
- The Cooling Journal (CJ) - The industry’s premier monthly magazine. Through the pages of the CJ, you stay current with the technical, marketing, management and regulatory developments shaping the course of the trade.
- NARSA eNews - NARSA's electronic newsletter is published twice a month and e-mailed to all members.
- Radiator Reporter - The premier technical newsletter for the cooling system repair industry is now published by NARSA!*
Discount and Money-Saving Programs
The Association uses the combined power of its membership for group program purchase of merchandising tools like hats, fender covers and workorder forms. Plus, NARSA members receive substantial discounts to the National Convention, Ed/Tech Conferences and other meetings.
Opportunity, Awards and Recognition
Tap into NARSA network to promote ideas and programs which will make your industry better for all. Members are encouraged to take an active hand in guiding the Association, with elected posts open to all regular (shop) members. Win recognition from your peers for outstanding performance through NARSA’s awards program.
*An additional subscription fee applies to the Radiator Reporter. Contact NARSA for details.
