Third ‘Who Pays for What’ Survey Ends Oct. 31st
The surveys have so far shown there can be significant regional differences in billing and reimbursement practices.
Chief Introduces Heavy-Duty Collision Repair Line
Product line designed to help heavy-duty body shops improve technician ergonomics, shop efficiency, repair quality and cycle times.
Third ‘Who Pays for What?’ Survey Now Open
The latest survey asks shops about billing practices related to aluminum repair, shop materials, and shop services and fees.
H&S Autoshot Unveils New Aluminum Hammer Set
The set includes a pick, chisel and square head hammers marked in red for easy identification, all assembled in a protective foam insert package.
Ford Unveils Aluminum-Bodied Super Duty Pickup
The F-Series Super Duty lineup of pickups and chassis cabs is taking the same route as the F-150 in switching from a steel body to an aluminum one.
Aluminum and Steel Experts Announced for OEM Collision Technology Summit
Doug Richman of Kaiser Aluminum will present “The Future of Aluminum in the Automotive Industry,” while Dr. Blake Zuidema of ArcelorMittal will discuss “The Continuing Evolution of Advanced Steels in Automotive Bodies.”
Alcoa Expands R&D Center to Deepen Additive Manufacturing Capabilities
Investment to capture growing demand for complex, high-performance parts for aerospace and other high-growth markets such as automotive, medical and building and construction.
National Auto Body Council Members Host Extrication Events for First Responder Appreciation Month
Kick-off event features first opportunity for firefighters to practice on all-aluminum Ford F-150.
Technical: Aluminum – Just Another Change
The collision industry has faced and adapted to many changes over the years, and aluminum is just the latest one.
SCRS Releases Video on Pulsed Synergic MIG Welding for Aluminum and Collision Repair
Video offers a detailed look at the science behind the unique welding process and why more auto manufacturers are relying on it.
Faster and More Accurate Measuring
Eclipse by AMS is aluminum-ready and the only system equipped with dual axis level correction for both vehicle and scanner.
Novelis Unveils New High-Strength Aluminum Alloy for Automotive Industry
The new alloy series will offer a significant weight reduction when compared to current high-strength steels in the marketplace.
