I-CAR Rolls Out Professional Development Program at Annual Gathering
At the I-CAR Industry Event on July 21, the organization announced the I-CAR Professional Development Program, a performance-focused training program that offers the best in collision repair training for today’s professional. John Edelen, I-CAR president and CEO said, "Through the support of our sponsors, the I-CAR Professional Development Program was introduced to the industry at
SEMA Predicts Larger PBE Section, New Exhibitors
Two weeks after exhibit space sales opened, SEMA is claiming that many exhibitors are returning to the Paint, Body & Equipment (PBE) section with larger booth space, and several new manufacturers are exhibiting for the first time in 2010. The PBE area debuted as a formal SEMA Show floor section one year ago. “Paint and
Body Shop Manager Wins Elektron Welder at NACE
I-CAR, ASE, I-CAR Education Foundation, NATEF and Celette announced that Edward Phillips, manager of Desert Rose Collision in Tulsa, Okla., is the winner of an Elektron Multispot MI-100 welder donated by Elektron Inc. at NACE 2009. The drawing was co-sponsored by Celette, I-CAR, ASE, I-CAR Education Foundation and NATEF. Celette and Elektron are owned and
Drawing for Elektron Multispot Welder Slated for NACE
I-CAR, ASE, I-CAR Education Foundation and NATEF will co-sponsor a drawing at NACE to win an Elektron Multispot MI-100 welder donated by Elektron Inc. Eligible contestants must be I-CAR trained as well as ASE-certified, or attend an ASE-certified NATEF career and technical school and college that also uses the I-CAR curriculum. To participate in this
Quick, Accurate Frame Repair
The MZ+ Fixture System from Celette is a fast, accurate “fit/no fit” system for structural frame repair and welding. It features a complete set of 34 pistons and towers that combine to fit virtually any passenger car or SUV on the market. The MZ+ system provides faster repairs and greater profitability. Visit www.celette-na.com.
Precise Spot Welding
Celette’s MIDIspot VISION enables automatic spot welding and precise measurement. It has reproducible welding quality and documentation welding parameters. The system includes a transformer C-gun with four water-cooled electrode arms, trolley, gun supporter and re-cooling unit.
ASA Announces Renewing and New Associate Members
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) announced many associate members have renewed their memberships and several new companies have joined ASA as associate members. Associate members renewing their ASA membership during the third quarter of 2008 include: 3M Automotive Aftermarket Division, Access Fleet, Airtex Products, American Impact Media Corp., Atlas Copco Compressors Inc., Auto Profit Masters,
Unique Spot Welding Technology
Celette’s MIDIspot VISION enables automatic spot welding and precise measurement. It has reproducible welding quality and documentation welding parameters. The system includes a transformer C-gun with four water-cooled electrode arms, trolley, gun supporter and re-cooling unit. Visit www.celette.com.
VeriFacts Honors Collision Industry Vet With Coach of the Year Award
VeriFacts Automotive has presented its annual Coach of the Year Award to Don Peers, a 39-year veteran of the collision repair industry from Nebraska. Peers is an ASE Master Certified technician, has earned his AAM (Accredited Automotive Manager) from AMI, is a member of both the I-CAR and Nebraska Auto Body Associations Halls of Fame
Supplier Web Directory
The BodyShop Business Quick Reference Guide is a “Yellow Pages” for companies with a Web presence that offer products and services specifically designed for the collision repair industry. The directory is broken into two parts: 1. Products by Category 2. Alphabetical Company Listing Click HERE to download the PDF. Alphabetical Company Listing: 1-800EveryRim: www.1-800everyrim.com
