The Functions of Fasteners
Self-piercing rivets, solid shank rivets, blind rivets, Dacromet bolts and so on. Understanding how these one-time fasteners work and what function they play are vital to producing a quality and safe repair.
I-CAR Chevorlet ZR1 Structural Repair Students Win Corvette Driving Experience
I-CAR chose seven students at random to participate in a two-day Bob Bondurant High Performance Driving School – Corvette Driving Experience. Students were given the choice of taking the Corvette Driving Experience at different times over the course of two months. Students chosen received training over the past year in the I-CAR Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Versatile Compressed Air System
The modular, aluminum compressed air distribution system SmartPipe is a versatile piping system featuring lightweight materials and push-to-fit connectors that can be installed without threading, welding or sweating. SmartPipe can be easily integrated into existing steel or copper systems and modified to accommodate changing needs. Available in multiple sizes from ½ to 4 inches, it’s ideal
ALLDATA White Paper Discusses the Need for OE Collision Repair Information
ALLDATA LLC has released a white paper discussing the need for collision repair facilities to have vehicle manufacturers’ OE repair information. "The people who build the cars have the final word on how to repair them after a collision," said ALLDATA Senior Program Manager for Collision Dan Espersen. "The manufacturers have very specific requirements about
Pull Dents With Ease
The new Pro Spot AL-5 capacitor discharge stud welder is designed for aluminum dent pulling but can also be used with steel studs for welding to UHSS panels with no or very little heat applied to the panels. It’s very easy to use and is controlled by one knob to adjust duration of weld time.
Durable Weld Screens
Create welding work areas with Weld View screens from Goff’s Enterprises. Goff’s weld screens provide a stable, one-piece barrier to protect against arc welding, grinding sparks or flame cutting. Goff’s strong, lightweight, 1-3/16” extruded aluminum frame is made to stand up to the toughest shop environments. Visit www.goffscurtainwalls.com.
Protective Weld Screens
Weld View screens create welding work areas by providing a stable, one-piece barrier to protect against arc welding, grinding sparks or flame cutting. The strong, lightweight, 1-3/16” extruded aluminum frame is made to stand up to the toughest shop environments. Visit www.goffscurtainwalls.com.
Get Good Air
Your compressed air system is vital to most of the functions in your shop. That’s why ongoing, preventive maintenance is crucial to maintaining
performance and efficiency.
The Big Stuff
There may be less insurer involvement and less overcapacity in the heavy truck collision repair business than there is in the passenger car business, but it has plenty of its own unique challenges.
Get Stuck on Adhesive Bonding
When used in conjunction with welding, adhesives can provide
a better repair than welding or adhesives alone.
