A Comprehensive Guide to Adhesives in Collision Repair
Many OEMs are now recommending the use of adhesives when bonding panels together. Here’s a look at the different kinds of adhesives on the market and the functions they serve.
SCRS Says DEG Succeeding in Solving Database Issues
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has cited three recent examples that prove the Database Enhancement Gateway (DEG) is benefiting the collision repair industry and should be utilized by more repairers. Founded in 2008, the DEG was established to provide collision estimating system end-users with a standardized process to provide feedback to the information
SEMA Show Program Expands to Give Exhibitors Greater Product Promotion
Upgrades to the 2011 SEMA Show New Products Showcase were made with an eye toward a bigger and more comprehensive display, with a component for “Featured Products,” greater product promotion through both traditional and social media outlets, and a new, larger area in the upper level of South Hall. Along with other aspects of the
AkzoNobel Achieves Third Navistar Diamond Status Recognition
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas announced that Navistar International Corporation has, for the third consecutive year, selected them to receive the Diamond Supplier Award. This acknowledgement is earned by a select number of suppliers who exceed performance expectations for quality, delivery and responsiveness; demonstrate commitment to continuous improvement; and meet warranty, pricing and strategic
AkzoNobel Releases Second Edition of Sikkens ColorScala Pro
AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings (A&AC) has released Sikkens ColorScala Pro, 2nd Edition, an upgrade on its variant color documentation system. The vehicle refinishing industry is already familiar with ColorScala Pro, but with 2nd Edition, repair professionals get higher gloss paint swatches, which provide more accurate and reliable color representation, resulting in better color accuracy,
AkzoNobel Announces Upgraded Color Tools
AkzoNobel’s Automotive & Aerospace Coatings (A&AC), which pioneered the auto refinish industry’s first color measurement tool capable of accurately measuring special effects paints like metallics and pearlescents, has now made what the company says is its most advanced color measurement tools available to selected customers. Previously, A&AC was using its AkzoNobel formula development tool (FDT)
TSBs Can Generate an Additional Income Stream
So what does it mean for you to “one up” the competition? You’ve invested time and money to install the latest and greatest software systems throughout your business. You have the best frame rack and electronic measuring devices available on the market. You have the most talented welders who allow you to replace panels and
Valspar Training Center Becomes I-CAR Industry Training Alliance Provider
Valspar Automotive is proud to announce that its U.S. training center in Dallas, Texas became an I-CAR Industry Training Alliance Provider in March 2011. The state-of-the-art training center provides national recognition for collision repair customers that complete Valspar courses. I-CAR believes that every person in the collision industry, current and future, should have the necessary
State Farm’s ‘Hi-Tech Toolbox’ Show to Shoot Video at BodyShop Business Conference
State Farm will be bringing a little bit of Hollywood to the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference May 5 in Chicago by filming several interviews for its "Hi-Tech Toolbox" show. The Hi-Tech Toolbox is a webcast/website dedicated to providing the collision repair industry the latest information in collision repair and refinishing technology and vehicle design. It’s
Win $1,000 and $500 Gift Certificates by Signing Up for BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show!
Register to attend the 2011 BodyShop Business Conference & Trade Show by April 28, and you’ll be eligible to win one of three gift certificates to spend with one of the 30-plus vendors exhibiting at the BodyShop Business Trade Show on May 5 in at the Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles, Ill. One lucky