The “Other Guy’s” Repair
The perfect 100-point collision repair could take a really long time. And while those multiple steps and tasks may be exactly what the car manufacturer recommended, any real-world body shop has to balance the ideal repair with the time allowed.
Valspar Automotive Paints Brighter Future Through Artists4Education and CREF
Paint manufacturer will bring its products together with top custom artists to the SEMA Show Nov. 3-6 to raise money to give future technicians the proper education and training for a successful collision repair career.
N.D. Auto Body Association Affiliates with Society of Collision Repair Specialists
Move by NDABA marks a continued growth in state-level affiliation with SCRS.
Ford Trains Workers at Kansas City Assembly Plant to Support Upcoming F-150 Production
Production training program was designed to support F-150’s manufacturing process, which incorporates advanced materials and forming and joining technologies, including a riveting operation system versus conventional welding.
Dupli-Color Announces New Paint Crew Members
Selected members to assist in restoration projects, product development.
Artists 4 Education Raises More Than $20,000 for Collision Repair Education Foundation
Partnership with Matrix System Automotive Finishes, top automotive artists and industry members yielded $23,924.32 to support education.
Heavy-Duty Collision Repair
Views and observations from the heavy-duty truck repair side of the collision business…plus helpful advice for those thinking of adding it to their services.
Plastic Repair: Be Flexible
More plastic is coming down the line in vehicle construction. If you don’t start repairing plastic in the next five years, your competition surely will.
AkzoNobel and IC Bus Forge Multi-Year Paint Supplier Agreement
Following an extensive review and product testing process, AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes Americas announced that its paint system solutions have enabled them to become the approved paint supplier for school bus designer and manufacturer, IC Bus. IC Bus is a wholly owned affiliate of Navistar a global leader involved in the design and building of vehicles
Used Airbags Should Be Deflated
OEMs don’t recommend using recycled or used airbags. And you assume all liability. With those things in mind, I can’t in good conscience use them myself.