Strainer Sizes for Waterborne Paint
Reader’s Choice Question: “What strainer sizes are required with each brand’s waterborne paint? Some paint companies say 125 microns, some call for 200, some for a range of sizes. When considering a disposable paint cup system, which is supposedly better for waterborne paint?”
– Biag Pellegrino, head painter, Chaffee’s Auto Body, Franklin, Mass.
Getting Paid for Not-Included Labor Items
Reader’s Choice Question – “How do you get paid for rust, fused, pinched and fudge time factors that aren’t listed in the regular new parts on and off sections of the P-pages and estimating guides? When will true reality begin so that the time necessary to cut, heat up, unscrew, unfuse or unclip two different kinds of metals without burning up or exploding the rest of the car will be included?” – Rosemarie Seppala, office manager, Seppala’s Body Shop & Restoration
Lincoln Electric Launches Money Matters Promotion
Company offers manufacturer’s rebate of up to $200 on its most popular welders.
Measure Accurately
Autorobot’s 2/3D electronic measuring gauge uses a 3D measuring database containing data on both vehicle chassis and upper body. Once a vehicle is measured, deviations in comparison to undamaged vehicle (reference values) are shown in the measuring document. The document helps ensure accurate estimates and straightening plans. A post-repair measuring document certifies the quality of
Heal Your Hands
Uncle Earl’s Soap, a powerful cleaning and hydrating hand soap, is proven to be effective at removing dirt, microscopic metal shavings, grease and oils while strengthening skin and leaving it undamaged. It has the cleaning power of a strong abrasive soap, but instead of damaging skin, it protects hands by leaving behind hydrating compounds. It
Extreme Vision Protection
The Peltor™ Extreme Vision Protection (E.V.P.™) Combat Eyewear Kit (3M #40711) includes a durable hard case, two sets of thin temples, one DX™ clear lens, one DX™ gray lens, lanyard, head band strap and cleaning cloth. With the two free Tactical Black Replacement DX™ clear lenses (3M #40715), it’s like getting four pairs of safety
New York’s H&V Collision Center Opens Third Location
New York-based H&V Collision Center is moving into the Albany region with the opening of a third collision repair center in Colonie, New York. H&V says the opening of the center in Colonie positions it to become the biggest collision repair company in the Capital Region of upstate New York. Located in a former automotive
Florida Body Shop Loses Slander Suit Against State Farm
Shop claimed it lost customers due to false statements by insurer, but judge says slander not proven.
Massachusetts Bill Would Classify Automotive Repair Shops, Set Hourly Labor Rates
Massachusetts lawmakers are considering two bills – S.B. 122 and H.B. 1043 – that would regulate the minimum labor rates for body, paint, unibody/frame and mechanical repair shops. The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of Massachusetts and Rhode Island (AASP-MA/RI) supports the legislation. The association says that for over a decade, Massachusetts collision shops have
CONSOLIDATOR REPORT: ABRA, Caliber Expand in South
ABRA building $2-million shop in Memphis area; Caliber acquires two Texas shops.