VIPAR Heavy Duty is making final preparations to host its 2004 Annual Business Conference to be held at The Marco Island Marriott Resort, Golf Club, and Spa in Marco Island, Florida from Tuesday, October 19 through Saturday, October 23, 2004. The VIPAR Heavy Duty Annual Business Conference brings together VIPAR Heavy Duty Stockholders, Supplier Partners, and Industry Associates to facilitate the productive exchange of ideas and information benefiting all participants.