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Faster, Easier Estimating

The UltraMate 7 estimating program sets a new standard for quality, ease-of-use and estimating proficiency. All users will enthusiastically embrace UltraMate 7’s intuitive, easy-to-use design. New features include highlighted active tabs, updated icons, alternating color repair grid lines, and title case fonts, which are complemented by improved navigation and updated graphics. To learn more, visit

Industrial Hand Cleaner

Key Magic hand soap is an all-natural industrial hand cleaner designed for everyday shop use. The anti-bacterial, non-solvent formula contains walnut shell scrubbers for tough stains. It washes away completely and leaves no residue. Superior skin emollients prevent drying and cracking. Order P/N CHE235883 at www.orderkeystone.com or call (800) 772-5557.

Liability Coverage

Lancer Insurance Company specializes in providing liability and collision coverages to entrepreneurial body and repair shop owners who rent vehicles to their customers. Rather than referring clients to third-party auto rental firms, Lancer policyholders keep the rental revenues in-house. Call (800) 782-8902, ext. 3027.

Pre-Made TV Ads for Body Shops

Insurance steering takes a literal turn in the latest TV commercial, “Power Steering,” by PreFab Ads. This the 11th professionally made TV spot now available for licensing to independent collision repair shops on an exclusive-by-territory basis. Ads available for viewing online. Visit www.prefabads.com or call (415) 391-5030.  

Total Repair Platform

The CCC ONE Total Repair Platform is an integrated estimating and workflow solution that eliminates the need to manage multiple applications and screens throughout the repair process. An evolution from traditional shop management to a single platform which allows repairers to manage and drive the work within their shops. CCC ONE shows you not only

VIN/Certification Labels

ECS Automotive Concepts is the only licensed manufacturer of factory exact replacement VIN/Certification labels. All makes and models available.  Body shop discounts are offered and express shipping is included. Don’t be misled by incorrect generic products that are inaccurate and illegal. Call (636) 368-7641 or visit www.ecsvin.com.

Nice Grip Gloves

Dura Flock nitrile gloves are the first disposable flock-lined gloves developed by Microflex after listening to customers’ opinions about what features they wanted in a glove specifically designed for use in the automotive industry. They feature a flock lining, which is a fine layer of cotton on the inside of the gloves. By absorbing moisture,

Eco-Friendly Chemicals?

Eco-Green is a line of eco-friendly cleaning chemicals. The non-toxic, plant-based formulations include: concrete cleaners with rust stain remover, super duty degreaser and parts washer as well as a full line of auto detailing products. Micro-blasting technology breaks down dirt and stains into microscopic particles that disperse in water and repel one another. The particles

CSI Measurement

CSi Complete is the premier CSI (Customer Satisfaction Indexing) service available to collision repair and auto physical damage organizations. Utilize customer feedback to enable service recovery efforts with Hot Sheet Service Alerts. Measure, manage and grow your business utilizing CSI data. Contact Erin (ext. 131) or Cathy (ext. 134) at (800) 343-0641 or visit www.csicomplete.com. 

Affordable Estimating

CRASH-WRITER brings many of the features found in the more expensive DRP progams to the independent body shop at an affordable price. With its ease of use, speed and low price, CRASH-WRITER LITE offers a viable alternative to books. CRASH-WRITER PRO includes aftermarket pricing, supplements and more. Call (800) 922-2378 or visit www.crash-writer.com. 

Light-Up Graphics

With a Gator Glass license, you’ll be trained to install a patented process for customized, light-up accents – graphics, logos, emblems, advertising and more – to any vehicle’s paint job. There are shops already in Illinois, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana and more are being added weekly. .

Educate Consumers Through TV Ads

Insurance steering takes a literal turn in the latest TV commercial, “Power Steering,” by PreFab Ads. This the 11th professionally made TV spot now available for licensing to independent collision repair shops on an exclusive-by-territory basis. Ads available for viewing online. Call (415) 391-5030.