Waterlogged: Submerged Vehicles
Repair of water-damaged vehicles is done daily across the United States, which makes it quite possible that your shop may someday be – if it hasn’t already been – involved in
estimating, and possibly the salvage and restoration, of a vehicle that’s been submerged in water.
Before the Booth: Saving Time
In a business where money hinges on your completion time for any job, the impetus to go fast is universal. And painters battle harder to beat the book time than metal men do. While painters are constrained by dry times between coats, metal men have only the suggested book labor time to beat.
Downdraft Secrets
Full downdraft spraybooths have a hefty price tag, but their performance – or that of any spraybooth – won’t be worth much if not properly maintained. Check out the following tips to help get the best results from your downdraft:
Light Vehicle Average Age Hits Record High
This is the sixth straight year of increase in the average vehicle age of the U.S. fleet, according to S&P Global Mobility.
Focus Advisors Offers 2022 Consolidation Year in Review
The acquisition and development strategies of key consolidators came more sharply into view during 2022.
More Toyota EV, Hybrid and Hydrogen Vehicles
TIME TO GET PREPARED! As Toyota moves forward with the production of Electric Vehicles (EVs), Hydrogen Fuel Cell Vehicles (FCVs), and Hybrid Vehicles (HVs), the question is: Is your collision repair facility prepared for the challenges that these vehicles present? LIGHTER, MORE SOPHISTICATED VEHICLESTo make vehicles more efficient, Toyota is making vehicles lighter and more
Dent Wizard Acquires Image Auto
Dent Wizard International announced it has recently acquired Image Auto, LLC, a provider of auto reconditioning and wheel repair services in the Central and Western New York and Pennsylvania areas.
Martech Single-Line Hose System Helps Shops Comply with OSHA Regulations
The Model 50 SL system will provide Grade “D” breathable air for a NIOSH-approved respirator, and with the provided 54-inch tool air hose, it will supply air for a spray gun, all via the included single-line hose assembly.
Aluminum Piping System Ideal for Headers and Branch Lines
SmartPipe+ is a modular aluminum piping system featuring lightweight materials and simple compression-style connections, according to Kaeser Compressors.
Have You Had Your Fiber?
Many more vehicle manufacturers are planning future composite products. With these changes, considerations on training for these repairs might be in order.
