PROFIT CENTER: Going for Broke
Some shops still find installing glass a profitable endeavor. But it’s not easy when you want to perform the highest quality job possible.
Matrix System Appoints New Vice President/General Manager
Matrix System Automotive Finishes announced the appointment of David Brunori to the position of vice president and general manager. For nearly 28 years, Brunori has worked in the vehicle refinish industry, where he began his career from the ground up. He started in the paint manufacturing industry as a chemist, developing formulas and products. For
SCRS Adopts ‘Repairer Driven’ Identity
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced that it has adopted a new tagline for the 27-year-old national association: "Repairer Driven." SCRS says the tagline is designed to showcase SCRS as a group that is both in touch with and motivated by the everyday needs of the collision repair professional. "To change a tagline
National Independent Appraisal Firm Chooses CCC Estimating Software
Independent appraisal firm ClaimSolution Inc. announced that it has selected CCC Information Services Inc. to provide the Kansas City-based company with its estimating software. ClaimSolution CEO Mark Snow said using CCC estimating software will streamline operations for the company. “Roughly half of the claims we’re handling today come through the CCC Autoverse Service Network, so
PPG Conference to Focus on Shop Performance
PPG’s MVP Business Solutions team will host a conference for collision center owners and managers from across North America Sept. 13-15 at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel in Nashville, Tenn. The conference will center on the theme of “Accelerating Performance” and will focus on helping owners and managers develop leadership skills to implement change and improve
FCC Says IP Relay Scam Calls Can’t Be Blocked
The California Autobody Association (CAA) warned its members in its most recent newsletter that potential phone scams involving IP Relay phone services are still going strong, and the calls can’t be blocked because of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. The scam goes as follows: a call is placed to a body shop through IP Relay,
Lincoln Electric Launches Welder Giveaway, YouTube Channel
Lincoln Electric and the Speed Channel show “Two Guys Garage” plans to give away 14 welding packages in an online offer. By completing an online survey, participants can enter to win a free Lincoln Electric POWER MIG 140C welding machine and Vista 1000 auto-darkening helmet – a package valued at $1,000. Winners can choose from
Connecticut Association Joins NABC
The Connecticut Collision Repair Specialists (CCRS), a non-profit collision repairer association, has become a member of the National Autobody Council (NABC). The CCRS says the NABC’s “inclusive” policy that welcomes repairers, suppliers, parts vendors and insurers fits with the CCRS’ values. “We subscribe to the mission of NABC and its desire to build
SEMA Exhibitors to Select Booth Space; Paint Section Added to Show
Exhibitors that want to take part in the 2009 SEMA Show priority space selection process have until May 8 to submit their exhibit space rental agreements. The deadline, which is typically in early April, was set a month later than previous years to give exhibitors additional time to plan for the show. The SEMA Show
PPG CertifiedFirst Members Visit Penske Racing
Key owners and managers from PPG CertifiedFirst Network collision centers visited the Penske Racing facility in Mooresville, North Carolina, for a special Continuing Education Instructor Development Training session. The event focused on the value of marketing continuing education to insurance agents, introduced the candidate instructors to the suite of industry-specific courses designed for CertifiedFirst Network