Collision Repair Manufacturers Secure Exhibit Space at 2012 SEMA Show
After debuting at last year’s SEMA Show, the Collision Repair & Refinish section will return to provide buyers with a dedicated area on the show floor where they can meet with major refinish companies, paint booth manufacturers, parts suppliers and manufacturers, estimating and management software companies, manufacturers of structural repair and welding equipment, and safety
Fifty PBE Professionals Attend Latest Learning Session in Oklahoma City
As part of its ongoing “PBES Connect” learning series, the Paint, Body & Equipment Specialists (PBES) segment of the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) held its latest session, “How Will Your Customers Thrive?” on April 25 in Oklahoma City, Okla. The event was attended by 50 industry professionals. PBES Connect is an ongoing informational series
More Than 1,700 Exhibitors Confirm Booth Space for 2012 SEMA Show
More than 1,700 exhibitors have confirmed booth space for the 2012 SEMA Show slated for Oct. 30-Nov. 2 in Las Vegas. These exhibitors will select their locations on the show floor through the Priority Space Selection process beginning the end of May. The SEMA Show features more than two million square feet of exhibits and
Day Two at WIN Conference Sees $1,700 in Scholarship Funds Raised
Day two at the WIN Conference started off with the Annual Scholarship Walk presented by Fix Auto, where more than 100 women laced up their sneakers and trekked through Atlanta’s Buckhead district. Over $1,700 was raised through individual donations. The funds will be directed toward WIN’s various scholarship programs. Following the walk, WIN’s second keynote
DeVilbiss to Sponsor Spray Finishing Training in Toledo, Ohio
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day training program is scheduled for September 5-7, 2012 in Toledo, Ohio. Classes meet from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily and include both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two continuing education units are awarded. Attendees should be involved
New Look Collision Center of Las Vegas Now Certified by Nissan Collision Repair Network
Shop now has factory certification standing with seven major automakers.
ASA Launches Website Help Section
The Automotive Service Association (ASA) recently unveiled a new help section as part of its website, www.ASAshop.org. This new section is designed to help ASA members and nonmember guests navigate the site’s reorganized format to provide the best online experience. With links located in the top and footer navigation menus, visitors can easily find assistance
ASRW Recognized as Top 250 U.S. Trade Show
Automotive Service & Repair Week (ASRW), comprised of the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) and the Congress of Automotive Repair & Service (CARS), has been named to the 2011 Trade Show News Network’s (TSNN) U.S. Top 250 Trade Shows list. The list represents the top 250 trade shows held last year ranked by net
I-CAR Premieres Intro to Collision Repair Series Online Training
I-CAR, the Inter-Industry Conference on Auto Collision Repair, has introduced a new series of online courses that provides foundational knowledge on the basics of the collision repair process for professionals across the collision repair inter-industry. The Intro to Collision Repair Series is designed for such roles as entry-level technician, entry-level appraiser, front office staff, customer
DuPont Announces 2012 Custom Finishes Appearance Schedule
DuPont Performance Coatings has released the schedule of appearances at national custom car shows, pinstriping affairs and other such events in the U.S. for 2012. Each display will feature a variety of custom artwork and vehicles constructed by well-known builders and car enthusiasts. The custom finishes offering includes: DuPont Cromax Pro Waterborne Basecoats, DuPont
Registration Now Open for 2012 I-CAR Industry Event
Early bird registration with reduced pricing is available now through May 31, 2012.
Standox Partnership In Excellence Conference Offers Insight into Industry Trends
Partnership in Excellence (PIE) Program is business partner with Standox customers, maintaining shared goal to achieve sustainable competitive advantage.
