The Association recommends a number of programs and services to our members because we think they provide a valuable service to you. We work closely with the companies that provide these services to ensure that they are competitive with what else might be available to you, and that they are maintaining the standards of service that the Association demands for our recommendation. Yes, we do receive a small advertising and promotional fee for our recommendation, but our concern is first and foremost that the service offers a good value to our members.

Federated Insurance - The Recommended Carrier for Property and Casualty Insurance for the Minnesota-South Dakota Equipment Dealer Membership!

Federated Mutual Insurance Companies is a leading property and casualty insurer of the equipment dealer industry and we are proud to be the recommended carrier of the Minnesota-South Dakota Equipment Dealers Association. Federated Insurance has a variety of programs specifically designed to properly insurer MSDEDA members. Our distribution system of marketing representatives and appointed independent agencies can and will provide quality service and value to MSDEDA members.

Federated focuses on not just offering an insurance policy, but offering risk management support to help policyholders limit the possibility of risk in their day-to-day business operations. We have several programs available to cover your business in an unparalleled fashion.

For more information, please click on the Federated Insurance logo to link to our Internet site. You will be able to contact your local marketing representative, view our safety and risk management programs and learn more about the products and services offered to help your business. Since 1904, it's been our business to protect yours!

Federated Mutual Insurance Companies
121 East Park Square
Owatonna, MN 55060
Phone: 800-533-0472
www.federatedinsurance.com

Flat Rate Guides - Flat Rate Guides offer suggested repair times for Combines and Agricultural Tractors and for Outdoor Power Equipment. The Combines and Agricultural Tractors Guide offers over 108 tractor models and 18 combine models. The Outdoor Power and Equipment Guide includes 6 engine manufacturers, 21 residential equipment manufacturers and 15 commercial equipment manufacturers. These Flat Rate guides can be ordered from the EDA office.

IRON Solutions - Your source for equipment marketing tools. They have many programs to assist you in your goals. Ironsearch.com is an equipment listing service which extends the reach and impact of your advertising budget. Irondealer.com is a "dealers only" source to find machines to fill your customer's order. Ironweb.com provides the world with information relating to the equipment industry. Iron Site Express offers Internet presence for you that is easy to update and maintain. Iron Manager is a complete inventory management tool that interfaces with business systems and the Internet. AG Quote Pro is a complete sales management solution to improve profitability and communication in your sales department. AG Appraiser is the interface to the electronic Official Guide that allows you to easily appraise trade-ins. OPE Web Package is designed specifically with the Outdoor Power Equipment dealer in mind. They also have Official Value Guides in three formats: book, CD and real-time Internet. The Agricultural Official Guides are published quarterly and provides detailed and timely information on the farm equipment market. The Specifications & Value Official Guides are published annually and provide specifications for major farm equipment produced during the past 50+ years including average resale values. The Outdoor Power Equipment Official Guides are published annually and feature trade values based on dealer sales.

NAEDA - NAEDA, our national organization, has many programs specially designed with your business in mind. Your Association-sponsored NAEDA Bank Card Program offers you an opportunity to increase your profitability by offering a low discount rate for MasterCard and Visa electronic transactions. Fed-Ex Program saves you up to 24% on FedEx shipping costs. KnowledgeNet provides online internet courses designed to improve your business.

NAEDA Financial, Ltd. - (NFL) has been a leader in the equipment finance industry by providing retail financing, leasing and insurance solutions for equipment dealers and their customers since 1989. NFL offers competitive and flexible retail financing options for agricultural, construction and commercial equipment. NFL is currently endorsed by NAEDA and 14 regional affiliates. Whether you are an equipment dealer looking to add value to your business or a customer looking for the best finance options available for your equipment purchases, NFL has the program for you. Please contact us today for more information on how we can help you. Website: www.naedafinancial.com

Regulatory Consultants, Inc. - CI provides turnkey assistance with regulatory and environmental issues to dealers. They have excellent programs to assist you through the maze of regulations such as complying with EPA, OSHA, and other government regulations, including drug testing for truck drivers.

Textron Agricultural Finance - A wholesale and retail equipment financing program including new, used, and rental equipment at competitive rates plus, you share the profits.

Toolchex - Toolchex is a reimbursement program that will compensate technicians whose employers require them to provide their own shop tools and equipment. Nearly 100 dealership locations in Minnesota and South Dakota (and over 1400 in the U.S.) have taken advantage of the Toolchex program and are saving money for their technicians and for the dealership. Call Toolchex toll-free at 1-800-498-2256, email them at getinfo@toolchex.com or visit their website at www.toolchex.com

ASI - ASI is your source for ad specialty and incentive items. Caps, jackets, shirts, key fobs, pens, and other advertising items you may need are available through ASI. ASI is a division of the North Dakota Implement Dealers Association and we offer you this program in cooperation with them. Call 1-800-752-5591 and ask for Keith or Wanda for more information.