NABC’s First Responder Emergency Extrication Program Off to a Successful Start in 2010
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) says its most recent community service project, the First Responders Emergency Extrication (FREE) program, has been a success. In 2010, the NABC‐sponsored events were performed in 23 communities across the country to the benefit of hundreds of first responders. To be effective saving lives at the scene of vehicular
Ford Announces Aftermarket-OEM Crash Test Results at CIC
The ongoing aftermarket-OEM parts debate continued at the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) held Nov. 3 at the SEMA show in Las Vegas, with Ford Motor Company concluding as the result of crash tests it conducted that using aftermarket bumpers can negatively impact airbag deployment. Ford was prompted to conduct the crash tests as the
NSF Certifies Reinforcement Bars as Part of Automotive Aftermarket Parts Certification Program
NSF International, a not-for-profit, non-governmental organization that performs standards development, product certification, education and risk-management for public health and safety, has certified Diamond Standard Parts, LLC’s vehicle reinforcement bars under the NSF Automotive Aftermarket Parts Certification Program, verifying the aftermarket parts meet rigid quality, safety and performance standards. NSF International’s Automotive Aftermarket Parts Certification Program
TECH FEATURE: Repairing Advanced Metals
With more and more advanced metals being introduced in the structures of vehicles, it’s imperative that repairers understand their properties to ensure safe and quality repairs.
Estimating Essentials
Is there really a difference in preparing an estimate for a high-end vehicle versus a high-production vehicle? The answer is a resounding no! Both require education and training to ensure that proper and safe repairs are outlined in the estimate.
Ford Unveils Results of Crash Part Testing at CIC
Ford Motor Company revealed the results of its own testing of OEM and aftermarket crash parts at the Collision Industry Conference (CIC) last week, and its conclusion among the parts tested was that OEM parts were generally of higher quality than aftermarket parts. The testing was prompted by I-CAR instructor Toby Chess’s technical presentation at
Diamond Standard Parts Is Newest SCRS Corporate Member
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced that Diamond Standard Parts is its newest corporate member. Diamond Standard Parts is a U.S.-based parts manufacturer. For over a decade, the company has been a champion for aftermarket parts quality, exemplifying its commitment by applying the highest possible standards to its own set of products, SCRS
Automatic Spot Welding System
The automatic CTR12000 spot welding system uses the welder’s electrode to determine the overall thickness of the steel, and records the thickness within a fraction of a second. When the current begins to flow, it recognizes and determines whether the components are high strength or ultra high strength steel. The automatic welding process is then
NABC Rolling Out Vehicle Extrication Program for First Responders
The National Auto Body Council (NABC) announced it will debut its latest community service project, the First Responders Emergency Extrication (FREE) training course, on the NACE show floor on Friday at 11 a.m. It’s important for first responders to accident scenes to understand advancements in vehicle design – including high strength steels, passenger restraint systems,
European Technology Trends Predict Future of U.S. Repairs, Mitchell Says
Europe’s experience with advanced vehicle technology predicts future changes in the U.S. collision repair industry, according to Mitchell’s latest Industry Trends Report (ITR), released today. This edition’s Quarterly Feature, "Looking at Europe to Predict the Future of U.S. Collision Repair," says that European manufacturers are tackling increased fuel efficiency and mileage targets and mandated side