Featheredge, Prime and Block is Not a Body Procedure
The EPA’s new 6H Rule proves that Featheredge, Prime and Block (FPB) is a paint procedure, not a body procedure. Here’s how the 6H Rule applies to FPB and what the possible penalties are for failing to comply.
CCAR Recognizing Shops for Excellence in Environmental, Health and Safety Practices
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR), as an extension of its CCAR-GreenLink Environmental Compliance Assistance Center and S/P2 (Safety and Pollution Prevention) E-learning Program, has announced the introduction of its new “GreenLink Shop” recognition program for auto repair facilities. The GreenLink Shop status is designed to promote consumer confidence in local automotive repair facilities’
AkzoNobel Benevolence Program Gives Over Three Dozen Families Transportation
Collision centers across the United States and Canada are sharing the gift of transportation with 37 families and community members during the 11th annual AkzoNobel Acoat selected National Benevolence Program, being held Dec. 8 through 15. The Benevolence Program is a community service endeavor sponsored by AkzoNobel and conducted by collision repair centers that are
NACE, CARS Moving to October in 2010
Hanley Wood Exhibitions announced that the 2010 Automotive Service and Repair Week (ASRW) events, including NACE and CARS, will take place Oct. 11-13 at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, meaning the events will no longer be held during Automotive Aftermarket Industry Week (AAIW). Instead, ASRW will be a stand-alone event specifically created
ASA-Arizona Is Newest SCRS Affiliate
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced that the Automotive Service Association of Arizona (ASA-AZ) has become an SCRS affiliate. Founded in 1963, ASA-AZ is a statewide association composed of body shops, mechanical service facilities and industry suppliers. The group provides training, legislative representation and networking opportunities to collision repairers. “The common denominator
LKQ is Newest NABC Sponsor
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced that LKQ Corporation has become a diamond level member of NABC, the highest level of corporate sponsorship for the organization. LKQ Corporation serves tens of thousands of collision repair businesses, mechanical service shops and vehicle dealerships throughout the United States and Canada, providing a variety of aftermarket, recycled
Colorado Shop Expands with New Hires
Denver-based Addison Auto Repair & Body Shop, which provides mechanical and collision repair services, announced it has hired two additional employees – a production manager and a customer service rep – for its growing auto body shop. "I’m excited to be here in Denver and working in a body shop that values customer satisfaction above
NACE: Double Down!
Countless classes and impressive exhibits will make your trip to NACE in Las Vegas anything but a gamble.
Top Scoring SkillsUSA Females Score WIN Scholarships to NACE
For the third year in a row, the Women’s Industry Network (WIN) has awarded scholarships to attend NACE to the two top-scoring female winners of SkillsUSA. This year’s recipients are Kalya Toncik, who was the first female gold medal winner in automotive refinishing technology in the history of SkillsUSA, and Jennifer Nix, the highest-placing female
SUPER TECHNOLOGY ISSUE: Hybrids – It’s All About Training
The expense and time commitment necessary to get trained on hybrids is significant, but without it, you have no business repairing these vehicles.
