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Technical: Know Your Adhesives

Many people assume all adhesives work the same. In the repair industry, that’s a dangerous train of thought.

Aluminum Series: Aluminum – What We’ve Learned So Far

Whether we’ve gotten an ROI from investing in aluminum repair or not, the F-150 has made us better prepared and wiser.

Aluminum Repair Questions for Automotive Shops

Many collision repair technicians and shops are still very confused on how to repair an aluminum panel. So let’s clear up some of the confusion.

Technical: The Heat is Dropping

Heat is the enemy to a lot of the different metals in vehicles today, which is why many of them require MIG brazing.

Aluminum Series: Straight Talk on Aluminum Structural Repair

Straightening aluminum can be a challenge. The first step is, do you know what you’re dealing with and what’s required?

Technical: The Evolution of Plastic Repair

More and more damaged plastic parts are being saved from the scrap heap by new technology.

Technical: Testing Your Reputation

Poor welds can destroy a shop’s reputation and create a deadly situation, which is why taking a refresher course and doing test welds is a must.

What Is the Difference Between Adhesives for Regular Metal and Aluminum?

Even though both steel and aluminum are in the metal family, they have some similarities and differences.

Why Didn’t the Airbags Deploy?

What makes airbags deploy in a collision is many times much different than people think. There are many reasons for them not to deploy in a crash, but one reason they do is the Delta-v, or a sudden change in velocity.

Aluminum Series: Know What You’re Working With

The differences in aluminum in automobiles may seem slight in some cases, but the repairs could be very different as far as how they’re done.

Technical: Glass Replacement Goes Hi-Tech

New tools and the need for electronics to complete the job have changed the glass replacement business.

Aluminum Series: Fixing Dents

Aluminum is different than steel. If you don’t take this into account, you’ll set yourself up for failure.