NATEF receives record donation from Amprobe

Feb. 4, 2011
The foundation announced a significant donation of digital multimeters to help train future technicians.

The National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation announced a significant donation of digital multimeters from Amprobe in Everett, Wash.

“Due to the outstanding generosity of Amprobe, we are able to provide several Amprobe DM7C Digital Multimeters for use in every NATEF program nationwide,” said Bill Kersten, NATEF President. “This corporate donation of electrical testing equipment, with a retail value in excess of $500,000, is the largest in the history of NATEF and represents a significant commitment by Amprobe to help train our future technicians. It is through such generosity by our corporate partners that NATEF is able to carry out its mission of developing the qualified, entry-level technicians of today and tomorrow.”

“Education has always been an important focus for Amprobe and we’re honored to assist the efforts of NATEF with this donation,” said Amprobe General Manager Jasmine Khambatta. “Amprobe supports ASE certification and NATEF accreditation program efforts to train and certify the best automotive repair and service professionals.”

The donated Amprobe DM7C Digital Multimeters are designed specifically for automotive, boat and RV electrical testing, and feature six functions and 14 ranges, including special ranges to test batteries. Each meter includes industry-standard test leads and a protective holster.

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