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This final Collision Repair issue of the year sends 2024 with a look back at the best values that the industry has to offer. From discussions on technology and increased environmental sustainability to community connection and the perseverance to continuously offer compassionate customer service, this issue celebrates not just the advancements and innovations that have shaped the year, but the bonds that keep us all driving toward a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow. Here’s to an even stronger year ahead!
“LET’S REMAIN UNITED IN OUR COMMITMENT TO SAFE REPAIRS, ONGOING EDUCATION, PROPER EQUIPMENT AND INNOVATION”
What would you do with the extra time? Cardinal Couriers can give you back time and help you start your business day earlier with Cardinal’s pre-8 a.m. transportation solutions. Cardinal understands the value of time, and that’s why the company’s unique night network provides a competitive advantage where first to market comes standard. Optimize your sales, improve customer service, loyalty and increase profitability through Cardinal’s unique night network with unattended pickups and deliveries.
3M™ OEM Match Epoxy Seam Sealer is a versatile family of epoxy seam sealers designed for use on bare metal or primed surfaces. Available in black, beige, white, and gray to match the most common OEM-applied seam sealer colors. Compatible with many leading automotive paint systems, they are set and ready to paint after 15 minutes. These sealants are caulkable, toolable, brushable, and sprayable—meaning they can be used in a variety of applications, including door skins, floor pans, trunk floors, roof seams, and many others.
Ultimate ADAS® provides a streamlined solution for alignment and static ADAS calibrations in the same bay with mobile design for easy relocation. Laser-guided target placement eliminates manual adjustments, while errorproof monitoring keeps technicians on track. It offers comprehensive documentation in both printed and digital formats, along with full target placements for static procedures. HunterNet® 2 connectivity allows for tracking of equipment activity and shop profitability. Installation and training are included for a seamless integration into your operations.
Introducing the BenchRack™ Versa, designed for ultimate flexibility in collision repair. With drive-over access from both ends, it streamlines workflow by converting wheel stops into drive-on ramps. Ideal for inground installations, it saves floor space while maximizing productivity. The short ramps ensure quick, secure wheel lifting, and its extended lifting capability up to 1,450 mm enhances ergonomic efficiency for technicians. For more information visit https://car-o-liner.com/en-us/product/ benchrack-versa/
Arslan Automotive keeps it simple with the Accuvision 3D® measuring system. The system features no moving parts, no lasers, targets, adaptors, magnets, arms, extensions, wires, Wi-Fi, or Bluetooth—but it also requires no calibration, making it a quick and simple yet accurate 3D measuring system, according to Arslan Automotive. The Accuvision 3D® is durable, versatile, universal, mobile, and user-friendly, saving operators time and money. According to Arslan Automotive, everything you need for measuring and alignment can be done easily with the Accuvision 3D® measuring system.
Closed-Top Open-Front (CTOF) Booths from Global Finishing Solutions® (GFS) are the perfect, all-in-one solution for prepping and painting vehicles. Save time and money by performing both of these functions in one location. Unlike workstations, CTOF Booths stand on their own without the need for an additional support structure or ceiling suspension. With dual-skin walls and superior construction, airflow and lighting, the Ultra CTOF is a premium environment for prepping and painting. For more information visit https://gfs.global/w0c
The patented and proprietary asTech® Rules Engine uses empirical data from tens of thousands of scans to enable shops to select the right tool scan for every vehicle. It identifies, for a specific vehicle, when a shop can use an OEM-Compatible scan, an aftermarket scan that will perform identically to an authentic OEM tool scan. With the asTech® Rules Engine, shops always have the best tool scan for any vehicle. For more information visit www.astech.com.
Revolutionize your workshop with the industry-leading John Bean® Tru-Point™ advanced drive assistance system (ADAS) calibration tool. Utilizing advanced camera and target technology, it ensures precise placement of ADAS targets and fixtures. The award-winning accessories, including the TGT-05, enhance 360-view calibrations for manufacturers using vinyl mats, surpassing traditional methods. Additionally, the BKT-16 advances ADAS accessory placement for blind spot calibrations, streamlining the entire process.
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