Dry those reds with infrareds: B-TEC claims new product dries paint more quickly
Toronto, Ontario — January 23, 2018 — For paint shops looking to cure their cars without causing harm to the planet, B-TEC systems offers a new infrared-based drying tool designed to shorten curing times. Infrared curing equipment has become more and more common over the last few years, with the invisible rays speeding the chemical […]
Mitchell announces ‘secure’ plan for collision industry data sharing
By Tom Davis San Diego, California — January 17, 2018 — Mitchell has announced it will release a “secure solution” for sharing data among users within the collision repair and insurance claims industry. “Data security has never been more important than it is today, and given the large number of existing systems and partner dependencies, […]
RoadTrust launches app for stranded motorists
Toronto, Ontario — January 1, 2018 — RoadTrust, an OEM compliant accreditation program, has launched an app designed to helps shops make more money and improve customer experience, the company claims. RoadTrust is an on-demand platform that connects stranded motorists with a choice of the nearest and accredited service providers, with the accreditation package being […]
Blair offers Rotabroach Hole Cutter Combo Kit
Toronto, Ontario — January 3, 2018 — Blair now offers the Rotabroach Hole Cutter Combo Kit, containing 13 of the most popular sizes of Rotabroach Cutters. The cutters can be used on materials that are up to 1/4″ and 1/2″ thick. According to Blaire, Rotabroach cutters cut clean, burr-free and round holes efficiently. Because […]
New Polyvance training course stresses repair instead of replace
By Tom Davis Rainsville, Alabama — December 20, 2017 — Polyvance has introduced its new PR-03 Headlight Tab Repair online training course, designed to teach technicians and estimators how to repair broken headlight tabs with the company’s nitrogen plastic welder, instead of replacing them. “The PR-03 Headlight Repair Course is also approved by I-CAR Canada […]
SEM introduces new packaging to help repairers cut down on waste
By CRM Staff Roch Hill, South Carolina — December 18, 2017 — SEM Products has announced the introduction of a new packaging for its fillers and glazes line, which it claims will help collision repairers reduce product waste. The company’s Metal Bite Finishing Glaze, Bumper Bite Flexible Glaze and Carbo Fill Enriched Filler will now […]
Chief’s aluminium structural holding package approved by Ford
By CRM Staff Madison, Indiana — December 12, 2017 — Chief Automotive’s new Ford Aluminum Truck and SUV Structural Holding Package has been approved for use by Ford when repairing collision damage to the all-new Ford Expedition and Lincoln Navigator SUVs. An expansion of Chief’s current F-150 Holding Kit, the package includes more than 50 […]
Mirka launches new lightweight sander
By CRM Staff St. Laurent, Quebec — November 22, 2017 —Mirka has launched its new lightweight Direct Electric Orbital Sander (DEOS), which it claims can get closer to the surface, access hard-to-reach areas and deliver a “flawlessly smooth finish quicker than other sanders.” It features a brushless motor which provides a high power to weight […]
Clearing the air with the .01 Micron Superstar Filter
Toronto, Ontario — November 16, 2017 — Walmec North America recently released a new product: the .01 Micron Superstar Filter. The filter is a four stage filtration system that is designed to provide clean, dry, compressed air resulting in the removal of any vapors and contaminates down to .01 micron. The first and second stage […]
Audatex Launches Vehicle Health Check
By CRM Staff Westlake, Texas — November 7, 2017 — Audatex, a Solera Holdings company that provides insurance claims solutions around the globe, recently announced the launch of Audatex Vehicle Health Check (VHC). According to Audatex, this next-generation vehicle scan, diagnostic and repair solution delivers comprehensive and accurate full system scans of the computer systems in […]
