SEMA VIDEO: Motor Guard
Motor Guard demoed its new Magna-Cutter for Aluminum – the first and only cut-off wheel designed specifically to cut aluminum body panels and structural components – at the 2016 SEMA Show.
Latest ‘Who Pays for What’ Survey Focuses on Aluminum Repair Labor Rates
The current survey, open for participation through the end of October, focuses on aluminum repair labor rates, as well as about two dozen shop supply items, asking how frequently shops are paid for each by the eight largest auto insurers in the country.
Aluminum Series: Aluminum – What We’ve Learned So Far
Whether we’ve gotten an ROI from investing in aluminum repair or not, the F-150 has made us better prepared and wiser.
Aluminum Repair Questions for Automotive Shops
Many collision repair technicians and shops are still very confused on how to repair an aluminum panel. So let’s clear up some of the confusion.
Aluminum Series: Fixing Dents
Aluminum is different than steel. If you don’t take this into account, you’ll set yourself up for failure.
Killer Tools Aluminum Discharge Welder
Welder features large, 8-inch rubber wheels and a push handle for mobility.
Technical: “Corn Country” Shop Fixes 2015 Ford F-150
An open mind and the right attitude was all Carlson’s Collision & Glass needed to repair a damaged 2015 Ford F-150.
Ford Approves Chief Fume and Dust Extractors for Aluminum F-150 Repair
The two shop tools are available through the Ford Rotunda Dealer Equipment program.
Cadillac to Launch Aluminum Repair Network
The Cadillac Aluminum Repair Network will ensure that authorized collision repair facilities have the required tools, equipment, processing procedures and training to properly repair the Cadillac CT6.
New Chief Videos Teach Proper 2015 Ford F-150 Anchoring
The videos are part of Chief’s structural holding how-to series, and cover the components included in its F-150 aluminum cab holding system.
Prepare for Aluminum With Goff’s Aluminum Repair Bay
Goff’s new Aluminum Repair Bay includes a clear “tent-style” curtain top, which allows for use of existing light while creating maximum containment separation.
Alcoa Foundation Awards $75,000 Aluminum Training Grant to Collision Repair Education Foundation
Grant will provide aluminum repair-focused training and technical presentations to high school and college collision school instructors.