Chief Introduces VelocityMAX Measuring System
Chief Automotive Technologies has introduced VelocityMAX, a computerized frame measuring system that Chief says will give shops more accurate damage identification and design-based repairs. “VelocityMAX helps shops make more money by revealing hidden damage up front, so estimators can write more accurate and profitable estimates. It also offers a number of exclusive features that
CONSOLIDATOR REPORT: Gerber Collision, ABRA Announce New Locations
The Boyd Group Inc. has acquired Diamondback Collision Center in Glendale, Ariz., which will now operate under the Gerber Collision & Glass name. This acquisition was completed on Aug. 10, 2009. The new location is approximately 18,000 square feet and will serve consumers and insurance clients in the northwest suburban Phoenix area. Including this acquisition,
Alternative to OE Safety Parts
DS Parts answers the industry and customer need for guaranteed parts meeting OE in fit, form, function, safety and performance for less. Parts available include steel bumpers, replacement hoods, steel reinforcements, energy absorbers, stepbumpers and brackets. They’re available nationwide from Keystone Platinum Plus. Visit www.diamondstandardparts.com.
Alternative to OE Safety Parts
DS Parts answers the industry and customer need for guaranteed parts meeting OE in fit, form, function, safety and performance for less. Parts available include steel bumpers, replacement hoods, steel reinforcements, energy absorbers, stepbumpers and brackets. They’re available nationwide from Keystone Platinum Plus. Visit www.diamondstandardparts.com.
Galvanic Corrosion and Cross Contamination
This oldie but goodie from the BodyShop Business archives explains what happens when two dissimilar metals, like aluminum and steel, come in electrical contact of each other.
Through the Looking Glass – Head First?
Considering the complex nature of collision repairs compared to those of glass, it’s debatable whether networking collision shops will be doable. It’s also debatable whether networks are in the best long-term interest of the collision industry, consumers or even insurers.
The Evolution of DRPs
“To every thing – there is a season – and a time – for every purpose – under heaven.” Those lyrics have been repeating in my head since I began outlining this article examining direct-repair agreements. Why? Because to examine DRP agreements without examining their history and evolution would – in my opinion – be
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Independents: Fighting for Truth, Justice, and a Fair Day’s Pay
“Will non-DRP shops that fight to make insurers pay for everything be ahead in five years?” – Pete Kenney, manager, Black Diamond Auto Body, Las Vegas, Nev. That’s a tough question, one with no obvious answers carved in stone. This industry has changed so much in the last five years that it’s anyone’s guess what
Out of Retirement: Full-framed Vehicles
Just when you thought they were gone for good, MJ, bell bottoms and full-framed vehicles are back. Though Jordan can still score 40 points per game and bell bottoms are still … scary, today’s full frames aren’t the same as the ones produced in the past. And the repair procedures aren’t the same either. by
