Independent Distributors Association
The premiere trade association for the global independent heavy equipment industry.
🌺 PACK THE HAWAIIAN SHIRTS — WE’RE CLOSING OUT IN STYLE! 🌴
Join us for the IDA 2026 Closing Reception at the rooftop pool for a laid-back night of great music, yard games, drinks, and one last chance to connect with fellow members before we say goodbye to San Diego.
Closing Reception
Rooftop Pool – The Westin San Diego Bayview
Friday, October 30
6:00–9:00 PM
And this isn’t your ordinary closing reception! Get ready to test your skills in a little limbo, enjoy some friendly competition with yard games like co****le, and see what’s up for grabs during an exciting Convention Auction led by Kern
Trade the business attire for your favorite Hawaiian shirt and come enjoy an evening filled with music, games, laughs, great company, and stunning San Diego skyline views.
🌺 Hawaiian shirts encouraged.
🎶 Music
🏝️ Limbo
🎯 Co****le & yard games
🔨 Auction led by Michael Kern
🌆 Rooftop views
🤝 One last night of IDA connections
You’ve made it this far… don’t miss the celebration that sends out in style!
EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT: Valley Blades Limited
We’re excited to welcome Blades Limited to the IDA Convention & Trade Show!
With decades of experience, Valley Blades Limited manufactures and distributes blades, cutting edges, ground engaging tools, wear parts, and accessories for construction, mining, and snow removal equipment. Their product lineup serves everything from bulldozers and graders to loaders, excavators, and snow plows.
đź“Ť Booth #219
Be sure to stop by Valley Blades Limited at Booth #219 and learn more about their products and solutions at this year’s show!
We’ll see you in San Diego!
Looking for the right part? Make Booth #218 your next stop.
Since 2008, ConEquip Parts & Equipment has been providing new aftermarket, rebuilt, and used parts for construction equipment, helping customers find the components they need to keep their machines working and their jobs moving.
With a wide selection of parts and equipment solutions, ConEquip connects customers with the parts they need across a variety of construction equipment and manufacturers.
And when you’re walking the IDA show floor, you never know what conversation could lead to your next solution.
đź“Ť Stop by Booth #218 and meet the ConEquip team, explore what they have to offer, and see how they can help keep your equipment moving.
And don’t forget to sign up for UPN, hosted by ConEquip, while you’re in San Diego! It’s another great opportunity to connect, build relationships, and be part of the aftermarket community.
Don’t just walk past Booth #218 — make it a stop.
📅 October 27–30, 2026
đź“Ť San Diego, California
🎯 IDA 2026 Convention & Trade Show
EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT: FRIDAYPARTS
Looking for aftermarket parts to keep your equipment moving? Make sure FridayParts is on your list of stops at the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show!
With 100,000+ aftermarket parts available online, supplies replacement and repair parts for a wide range of off-road and heavy equipment, including excavators, loaders, tractors, forklifts, generators, and more. Their product range covers engine, electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic, transmission and undercarriage, maintenance, cab and body, HVAC, and other equipment parts.
Parts that keep your equipment and your business moving.
Stop by Booth #121 while you're walking the show floor and see what FridayParts has to offer!
October 27–30, 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview | San Diego, CA
Register for the 2026 IDA Convention:
https://zurl.co/VlGZG
WHAT ARE YOU COMING TO SAN DIEGO FOR? 👇
We're getting closer to the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show, and we want to know what has you most excited!
Let us know in the comments!
And if you're already registered, think about who else should be there with you.
First-time guests can receive a complimentary IDA Industry Guest Pass to experience the trade show and meet the industry.
Coupon Code: IDAGUEST26
Let's build the room together.
đź“Ť The Westin San Diego Bayview
📅 October 27–30, 2026
Strength Through Innovation
SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT: ISA/AJAX FASTENERS
IDA would like to give a big THANK YOU to ISA/Ajax-Fastener for supporting the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show as a Bronze Sponsor
ISA/Ajax Fasteners is a master distributor of high-strength fasteners with a long history of serving the construction, mining, and earthmoving industries. Their product offerings include plow bolts, track bolts and nuts, structural fasteners, and specialty fastening solutions designed to meet the demands of heavy-duty applications.
From quality products to reliable distribution, ISA/Ajax Fasteners helps customers make the right connection for their fastening needs.
Thank you, ISA/Ajax Fasteners, for your support of IDA and our 2026 Convention & Trade Show!
We look forward to seeing you in San Diego!
October 27–30, 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview | San Diego, CA
Register for the 2026 IDA Convention:
https://zurl.co/eCXXY
EXHIBITOR SPOTLIGHT: BEACON ECONOMICS
What’s happening in the economy and what could it mean for your business?
Make sure to stop by Booth #209 at the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show and connect with Beacon Economics
Beacon Economics is an independent economic research and consulting firm specializing in economic research, forecasting, data analysis, economic impact studies, regional analysis, public policy, and more. Their work helps businesses, governments, and organizations better understand economic conditions and make informed decisions about growth, investment, revenue, and strategy.
Understanding the numbers. Seeing what’s next.
Still thinking about something you heard during the keynote or panel? Have a question you didn’t get a chance to ask? Stop by Booth #209 and keep the conversation going with Beacon Economics. Bring your questions, share your thoughts, and dig a little deeper into what the economic outlook means for our industry.
October 27–30, 2026
The Westin San Diego Bayview | San Diego, CA
Register for the 2026 IDA Convention:
https://zurl.co/aLvTg
09/22/2026
TAG YOUR PERSON. 👇
You know who they are.
The customer you need to talk to.
The supplier you've been meaning to meet.
The colleague who should be part of IDA.
The next-generation leader who needs to get connected.
The person you always say, “We should catch up sometime.”
This is sometime.
I'm going to IDA in San Diego.
You should come.
First-time guests can receive a complimentary IDA Industry Guest Pass to experience the trade show and meet the industry. Coupon Code: IDAGUEST26
And if your referral registers for the full convention, you can earn entries toward a 2027 IDA Convention Registration + Hotel Stay.
1 referral = 1 entry
2 referrals = 3 entries
3+ referrals = 5 entries
👇 Tag them. Send them this post. Make the introduction.
Let's build the room together.
IDA TRADE SHOW SPOTLIGHT: THE SHOW FLOOR IS ALMOST FULL!
The 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show is bringing the independent heavy equipment aftermarket together in San Diego and the show floor is shaping up to be one you won't want to miss.
Friday, October 30, 2026
9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
The Westin San Diego Bayview | San Diego, CA
Explore products, discover new solutions, connect with fellow industry professionals, and see what IDA exhibitors have to offer—all in one place.
Only 3 exhibitor booths remain! The show floor is nearly full, and we want YOU on it.
Whether you're looking to discover what's new, reconnect with industry partners, or find your next business opportunity, make sure you're there when the doors open.
Register for the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show:
https://zurl.co/fJcXt
Get your badge. Get on the show floor. See what's next for the aftermarket.
FUN FACT FRIDAY: Your Convention Badge Can Save You Money!
Heading to San Diego for the 2026 IDA Convention & Trade Show? Your convention badge can do more than get you into the event it can unlock special offers and discounts from participating San Diego restaurants, attractions, museums, and more!
Before you arrive, take a look at the Show Your Badge offers and see what you can enjoy while you're in San Diego.
👉 Explore the available offers: https://zurl.co/BqUDO
Haven't registered for the IDA Convention yet? Now's a great time to get your badge!
You can visit the IDA website to see the full Convention itinerary and register yourself or any other team members that may be coming to convention. | Here:https://zurl.co/0CSrR
October 27–30, 2026
San Diego, CA
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