Jesus Munoz joins Spanesi Americas’ education and development team
Naperville, Illinois — September 6, 2017 — Spanesi Americas has announced that it is expanding its team again to better serve its customers and the collision industry. The new team member is Jesus Munoz. In addition to other qualifications, Munoz has experience as a Body and Paint Instructor at BMW’s centre in Greer, South Carolina, […]
‘Drastic action’ needed to fix ICBC’s financial crisis
By CRM Staff Victoria, British Columbia — September 6, 2017 — Mismanagement of the Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) “goes back years,” according to a statement from BC’s Attorney General David Eby. The statement came in the wake of news that the BC government is limiting ICBC rate increases for drivers, while embarking […]
SEMA Show 2017 set to heat up the desert with cool customs and new products
By Josh White Las Vegas, Nevada — September 6, 2017 — It’s just a few short weeks until the Las Vegas Convention Centre opens its doors for the 2017 SEMA Show. The annual event has a lot to offer for collision repair professionals, including educational presentations, the New Products Showcase, and over 2,400 exhibitors. The […]
Fix Auto Canada appoints Elizabeth Wilcox as Communications & Public Relations Manager
Calgary, Alberta — September 5, 2017 — Fix Auto Canada has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Wilcox to the position of Communications & Public Relations Manager. Wilcox takes over from Stephanie Corrente, who has moved on to serve in the same capacity with the Fix Auto World organization. Wilcox joins the Fix Automotive Network with […]
Symach Future Center hosts paint company tests
By CRM Staff Bologna, Italy — September 5, 2017 — It’s been a busy few months for Symach’s Future Center. Located at the company’s headquarters in Bologna, Italy, the Future Centre has seen AkzoNobel, BASF and Sherwin-Williams use it as a research facility to test their products on Symach’s equipment. The facility first opened its […]
Tuesday Ticker: Boyd Group shares rose in value by 520 percent over the last five years
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — September 4, 2017 — This week’s Tuesday Ticker brings us news on Boyd’s amazing 10-year return number, surprisingly big growth in Canadian GDP, analysts increase estimates on Uni-Select’s earnings and much, much more! – Canadian economic analysts were surprised, and in a good way, when the latest […]
Report: Future of lightweighting may mean more plastic
Wilmington, Delaware — September 4, 2017 — Plastic may be on its way up and multi-material construction may be less popular in the future, according to a survey conducted by Ward’s Auto. The seventh annual Ward’s Automotive Trends survey suggests that automakers are moving forward with numerous strategies to reduce vehicle weights and improve fuel […]
BASF to donate up to $1 million for Hurricane Harvey recovery
By CRM Staff Florham Park, New Jersey — September 3, 2017 — BASF Corporation announced it will donate $500,000 to aid with disaster relief across Texas in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey. Funds will be distributed to local non-profit organizations assisting in the relief and rebuilding efforts. “As a multi-national company that’s involved in communities […]
ShowMeTheParts app releases update for faster access
Naperville, Illinois — September 3, 2017 — Vertical Development has released a critical update to its ShowMeTheParts app, giving mobile users faster access to what the company says is the largest public parts database on the market. The newly updated ShowMeTheParts app allows users to find parts and check photos, specifications and other information while […]
Kent Automotive introduces new Fasttt-Grind Ceramic Grinding Discs
By CRM Staff Chicago, Illinois — August 31, 2017 — Kent Automotive has added new Fasttt-Grind Ceramic Grinding Discs to its line of professional refinishing products and accessories. According to the company, the new line combines the high material removal rates of a grinding wheel with the rapid cutting of a resin fibre disc. Fasttt-Grind […]
