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Featured · Rep Industry · Jun 2, 2026

What Does a Manufacturer's Representative Do? A Complete Guide

A manufacturer's rep is an independent, commission-paid sales and application team. Learn how reps work, how they're paid and what they do for both sides.

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Product Insights

Choosing a Data Acquisition System for Vehicle Testing

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Application Notes

O2 Trim and CO Control for Boilers: How They Save Fuel

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Application Notes

Fixed Gas Detection: Choosing Sensors, Placement & Calibration

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Application Notes

Mechanical Shock Testing: Pulses, Machines & MIL-STD-810/883

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Rep Industry

How to Choose a Manufacturer's Rep Firm in the Southeast

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Industry Insights

CEMS Basics: EPA Part 60 vs. Part 75 Emissions Monitoring

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Product Insights

How LVDTs Work and When to Choose One Over Other Sensors

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News & Events

UCF Orange Project: Building a Simulated Solid Rocket Motor