Here is a brief look at some of the news and updates from around the specialty-equipment industry.

Protecting the intellectual property rights (IPR) of its members is a top SEMA priority.

The SEMA Members Lounge has meeting space available for those who need it while at the 2015 SEMA Show.

The slates are set, and votes for SEMA’s council and network awards will be accepted until Friday, September 18, at 5:00 p.m. (PDT).

Monday, September 7, is the deadline to apply for SEMA Battle of the Builders—a nationwide builder competition taking place at the 2015 SEMA Show.

Mothers Polishes-Waxes-Cleaners will sponsor a free vehicle wipe-down program for 2015 SEMA Show exhibitors.

The 2015 SEMA Show is just two months away and exhibitors are quickly approaching a number of key deadlines.

The “Positions Available” section in the SEMA Member Classifieds lists more than 50 job openings around the country.

Open to all employees of Light Truck Accessory Alliance (LTAA) member companies and prospective members, there is no better opportunity to connect than at the annual LTAA Industry Awards Reception at the SEMA Show.

Exhibitors of the 2015 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through this list.