Weld Exotic Metals
This new compact single-phase 200 Amp MIG inverter power source offers fully automatic synergic and pulsed-synergic MIG welding and brazing capabilities for high-strength steel, stainless steel, galvanized steel and all aluminum alloys. It also features a broad range of pre-programmed synergic curves. Call (800) 622-8665 or visit www.mactools.com.
Spot-On
Squeeze Type Resistance Spot Welding (STRSW) offers many advantages over MIG welding. But there are pitfalls to watch out for, which I have painfully experienced myself so you don’t have to.
Equipment for All Needs
Dar-A-Con Industries Inc. offers the highest-quality body shop equipment for all shop needs using high-grade aluminum. Products are made in the U.S. and are guaranteed against defects in materials or workmanship for one year. Model BD-45 is 3 ft. 4 in. wide by 6ft. long and folds to 5 in. It also has six swivel
Weld All Kinds of Steel
This system has the ability to weld with iron steel, stainless steel, copper silicium and aluminum 95% – magnesium 5% by only changing the wire spool. For the use of aluminum silicium 3/5/12%, a special spool gun is available.The input voltage is 200, open circuit voltage is 60, ampere 15 and Hz 50/60. It’s also
VeriFacts Offers Free OEM Wheel Repair Chart
As a service to the industry, VeriFacts Automotive is offering a free Wheel Repair Matrix that contains manufacturer recommendations for steel and aluminum wheel repair from 10 vehicle brands. The matrix covers procedures such as welding, straightening, sanding and re-machining. VeriFacts serves collision repair professionals with state-of-the-art information, coaching and other resources to help them
ESAB Demos Welding, Cutting and Safety
Proving that even an editor can effectively – and safely – use a plasma cutting torch, ESAB Welding & Cutting Products, North America recently allowed members of the media to try out its welding and cutting devices after the company’s experts exhibited them. The demos were part of ESAB’s press event on April 23 in
Proven European Waterborne Technology
Pro-Spray H2O waterborne system offers North American shops converting to waterborne a proven, compliant, easy and value-oriented system with excellent color match, coverage and blending, and an extensive color formula database. It also features pearl, aluminum, xirallic and solid shake-and-pour toners that mix.
Custom Hood
The 2007-08 Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban/Avalanche “Good Hood” is easily upgraded to functional ram-air, adding vehicle performance and throttle response. The twin-scoop hood installs to factory hinge points with no modifications required. Finished in gelcoat top and underside, it’s available with optional billet aluminum scoop inserts. Keystone Restyling also offers custom hoods for late model Dodge, Ford
Talking to Body Shops that Have Made Waterborne Conversion
A check in with body shops on their progress in transitioning to waterborne paint reveals no major problems…as long as paint manufacturers’ guidelines are strictly adhered to.
Eliminate Noise
Approved for OEM sound damping applications on do-mestic and import vehicles, the Xtreme Dynamat preserves the OEM sound damping factory condition. It eliminates or reduces noise generated by road, engine, drive train, suspension system and panel vibration. Used throughout the vehicle, its aluminum laminate deflects heat, and it’s impervious to extreme heat or cold.
