How They Work: Sanders
Sanders, while a much smaller monetary expenditure, are a huge investment in your shop’s production efficiency and product quality.
Central Collision Center Shows Support of ‘Hire Our Heroes’ Campaign
In a fight against veteran unemployment, Central Collision Center has become a supporting member of Hire Our Heroes, a campaign designed to help veterans and their families find employment in the collision repair field. Central Collision is participating in this nationwide campaign through 3M Collision Repair Solutions’ Automotive Aftermarket Division, which will donate funds to
Peter Vann Joins Urethane Supply Company Sales Team
Peter Vann, collision repair consultant and trainer, has joined Urethane Supply Company (USC) as the West Coast sales representative. Vann comes to USC with much aftermarket experience, including as a consultant for Caliber Collision Centers and a technical trainer for VeriFacts Automotive, Cerritos College, 3M, Pro Spot and Car Bench. He was also an estimator
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.
NORTHEAST 2011 to be Held This Weekend
Show organizers say thousands of automotive repairers, vendors and industry representatives are coming to Secaucus, N.J. for the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) 34th annual NORTHEAST 2011 Automotive Services Show at the Meadowlands Exposition Center March 18-20. "We are very, very excited about this year’s show," said AASP/NJ President Jeff McDowell.
PPG Expands Online Technical Training Courses
PPG Automotive Refinish has expanded its online video technical training courses for collision center technicians, distributors and students. Developed through a partnership between PPG Refinish and 3M’s Automotive Aftermarket team, each online course is designed to teach an established standard technical repair process, PPG says. The courses are available in the U.S. and Canada at
Pro-Spray Celebrates Grand Opening of New Training Center
Pro-Spray Automotive Finishes, a division of Alco Industries and a leader in European technology solventborne and waterborne refinishing products for the automotive aftermarket, recently celebrated the grand opening of its new technical training center and paint production facility with over 75 customers, industry media and local politicians in Massillon, Ohio.
Keystone Customers Can Earn Bonus Points with ‘Sizzlin’ Summer Deal’
Keystone Automotive’s Aftermarket Rewards (AMR) customers can earn extra points through the new “Sizzlin’ Summer Deal” program, the company announced today. Customers will earn 250 bonus points for every 10 Keystone codes redeemed, and points can be used to purchase a variety of products from several companies, including 3M and DuPont. Online customers who have
Transtar Names New VP of Sales
Michigan-based Transtar Autobody Technologies announced the hiring of its new vice president of sales, Gregory Stohr. Stohr worked for 3M Company’s automotive aftermarket division in various sales and marketing positions for 24 years, most recently as sales director. “We are very pleased to have someone with Greg’s industry knowledge and experience joining our organization,” said
Masking Methods
Masking a vehicle in preparation for painting typically takes more time than does the actual painting – which means a good masking technique is one of the real secrets of the professional-refinisher’s trade.