Applied Technology Publications, SUCCESS by DESIGN and the Autism Society of Illinois are joining together in an effort to give voice to autism during MARTS 2010. The "Reliability Gives Voice To Autism" activities will take place at the Hyatt Regency O'Hare on the evening of April, 27, 2010, starting with a cocktail reception at 5 p.m, followed by a gala charity dinner, live entertainment and door prizes. You won't want to miss this exciting and worthy event, which also helps kick off MARTS 2010! Simply sign up for the event during the MARTS registration process, or register separately here.

Originally planned as a publishing awards event, we have expanded the scope of this occasion to raise awareness and funds for autism, a growing disorder that has already touched the hearts and lives of countless professionals in the industrial engineering, reliability, maintenance, energy and environmental sectors. Collaboration with the Autism Society was specific in that this organization is out on the front line 24/7, providing immediate support and services to families affected by autism. It's a type of challenging endeavor with which MARTS attendees can well identify as they, themselves are on the front line keeping critical infrastructure and industrial operations up and running no matter what.

To sign up for the dinner only, click here. For more details, including information on sponsorship opportunities, contact:

Bill Kiesel, Publisher of Maintenance Technology and Lubrication Management & Technology magazines at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (847) 382-8100 x116; Howard W Penrose, Ph.D., CMRP, President, SUCCESS by DESIGN, at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (860) 575-3087; or Karen McDonough, Executive Director, Autism Society of Illinois at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or (630) 691-1270.