Doctor Gun, I Presume?
One man who is still around who taught me about both spray guns and selling PBE products with enthusiasm was Doctor Gun.
Axalta Names William M. Cook to Board Of Directors
Axalta announced that William M. Cook has been appointed to its Board of Directors, where he will serve on the company’s Audit Committee and Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability Committee.
The Next Blizzard of Collision Industry Acronyms
Each of the changes in car construction, finish quality, environmental regulations and passenger safety were all ushered in on a tsunami of scary acronyms: SAI, HSS, BC/CC, HAPS, HVLP, ABS and now SDV. But what do they mean?
Study: Texting Bans Reduce Car Crash ER Visits
A new study found that states that banned texting and driving had on average a four percent reduction in emergency department visits following car crashes, according to an article by CNN.
Mitchell Issues First Quarter 2019 Industry Trends Report
The impact of 5G wireless, automobile design changes that are good for the environment, and how technology can improve claims outcomes are among the topics addressed in the report.
Why Are Body Shops Still Not Safe?
My recent foray to the front lines of collision repair, where it smells like thinner and you can hear the pulling chains groan, told me that technician safety was less comprehensive than I had expected.
Zara’s Collision Center Donates Refurbished Vehicle to Needy Single Mother
Zara’s Collision Center of Springfield, Ill., announced it has donated a refurbished 2005 Chrysler 300 to a local needy single mother.
CCAR Updates Website with More OSHA Alliance Resources
CCAR (Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair) has announced the addition of new Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Alliance content on its main website, www.ccar-greenlink.org.
Survey: Majority of Consumers Want Access, Control of Vehicle Data
The Auto Care Association has announced the results of a survey indicating that more than eight in 10 U.S. vehicle owners and lessees believe car owners should have full access to and control of their vehicle’s data, including maintenance and repair information.
Protecting Yourself in the Paint Booth
Dad died in 2006 from respiratory failure. My brothers and I say the collision industry killed him, but it was really ignorance that did him in.
