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Easy Plastic Bumper Fix

QwikFix is a two-component aromatic, 1:1 ratio, rapid setting, non-sag, 100 percent solids, polyurethane polyurea caulking compound for bonding application. It meets VOC regulations, sands in 20-30 minutes, and is odorless and non-toxic. It also doesn’t sag in vertical applications. It comes in black or clear colors and in a 100 x 100 ml cartridge.

Powder Coating Training

Powder-X offers the most comprehensive training in the powder coating industry.  A two-day workshop includes classroom overviews and hands-on powder coating at a 15,000-sq-ft. training facility. Plus, the program is structured around individual repairers’ needs. Call (888) 326-4840 or visit www.powderx.com.  

New Animated TV Spot

PreFab Ads has introduced a new animated TV commercial called "Stuff Happens." It shows many ways a car can be damaged, then shows it all coming together again in a perfect repair. "Stuff Happens" is the 13th collision repair commercial by PreFab Ads. Call (415) 391-5030 or visit www.prefabads.com.  

No Airbag Supplements

Simplify airbag repairs and reduce cycle time with Airbag Solutions. It provides photos displaying the most accurate information for replacing and servicing airbag systems. Using pictures from every vehicle rather than drop-down screens or sketches, you can see immediately which components are required and where they’re located. Visit www.airbagsolutions.com.

‘Xtreme’ Filter Cleaning

The Attix series of industrial vacuums by Nilfisk ALTO is equipped with ergonomic, user-friendly features like the Xtreme Clean filter-cleaning system. Xtreme Clean automatically re-moves caked-on auto body dust from the filter, improving performance and minimizing interruptions. Visit www.nilfisk-alto.us or call (800) 645-3475.

New Tool Box Products

Kresto heavy duty hand cleaner is the professionals’ choice and, according to Stoko, by far the best hand cleaner on the market. It’s engineered to be tough on grease but easy on hands. Pure Performance continues with Kresto Skin Repair’s non-greasy formula to help heal hard-working hands, while Kresto Kwik Wipes provide quick cleaning of

Factory-Correct Repair Information

ALLDATA Collision delivers factory-correct repair information, including: sectioning procedures, weld types and locations, hybrid technology, new material identification, current TSBs, monitoring reset procedures and more. Expedite vehicle processes, manage critical key performance indicators, and enhance relations with customers and insurance part- ners. Call (800) 697-2533. .  

No Airbag Supplements

Simplify air-bag repairs and reduce cycle time with Airbag Solutions. It provides photos displaying the most accurate information for replacing and servicing airbag systems. Using pictures from every vehicle rather than drop-down screens or sketches, you can see immediately which components are required and where they’re located. Visit www.airbagsolutions.com.

Total Repair Platform

The CCC ONE Total Repair Platform is the industry’s first single desktop solution that combines estimating, shop management and DRP performance into one simple solution. Improve your shop performance, capture more business, reduce costs and consistently deliver the ideal customer experience. Plus, because CCC ONE is modular, you can start with what you need and

Turnkey Marketing Tools

Assured Performance Network has released five customizable marketing packages designed to boost shop sales. The packages are designed as turnkey solutions that are easy to customize and implement. The packages include: Retail & Consumer Pay Marketing & Sales, Wholesale Marketing & Outside Sales, Corporate Image Makeover, Customer Retention and Media Advertising. Visit www.assuredperformance.net or call (877)

Bumpercheck.com

Bumpercheck.com is a real-time Web platform that consolidates the marketplace for parts procurement. Free to sign up and use, Bumpercheck allows shops to consolidate all quotes, supplier responses and orders in one place. Bumpercheck replaces telephone, fax and multi-supplier Web site ordering with a seamless platform. It also has a high-resolution color database. Bumpercheck guarantees

Quick Plastic Repair

FAST PATCH is the ideal patch material for quickly and permanently repairing tears, holes and other structural damage to bumpers and other cosmetic automotive plastic parts. When heat is applied to the patch, it can be shaped to any contour. When cool, the patch hardens into shape and provides additional support to the part. The