Simpler Solutions: Mike Ramis of GFS on revamping the world of refinishing, from the SEMA Show floor
Las Vegas, Nevada — Collision Repair crossed paths with Mike Ramis, v-p of auto refinishing for Global Finishing Solutions, on the SEMA Show floor this year, where he delved deep into the many new and exciting pieces of technology being shown off by the company, all of which are promised to do wonders for improving […]
NOVUS, No Problem: Rick Nedens, NOVUS Glass, on changes in glass repair, ADAS solutions at SEMA 2022
Las Vegas, Nevada — As one of the pioneering companies of the modern auto glass repair procedure, Collision Repair had to stop by the booth of NOVUS Glass on the SEMA Show floor this year, as the Fix Network subsidiary was out in force, promoting its brand and showing off how the glass sector is […]
The Stealthy Solution: KECO Body Repair’s Chris White on paving the way for paintless repair
Las Vegas, Nevada — Collision Repair caught up with Chris White, president of KECO Body Repair, on the SEMA 2022 show floor, where we talked with him about what his company is doing to make repairs easier, and less-invasive, for the sake of both technicians and customers.
The Finnish Finish: Auli Parviainen of Car-Rep talks spray paint and sustainability at SEMA 2022
Las Vegas, Nevada — In a one-on-one chat on the SEMA 2022 show floor, managing director of Car-Rep Auli Parviainen walked Collision Repair through how the company’s new two-component product delivers a superior spray while minimizing waste, thanks to its unlimited potlife, as well as how environmental sustainability plays into to the Car-Rep culture.
A Hunter’s Precision: John Peron, Hunter Engineering, on breaking down ADAS complexity at SEMA 2022
Las Vegas, Nevada — Join Collision Repair for an in-depth chat with John Peron, managing director at Hunter Engineering, on how the company is striving to take the stress out of managing ADAS in the collision repair process. We caught up with Peron at his company’s booth at this year’s SEMA Show in Las Vegas.
Spray with Sagola: Peter Bloem demonstrates Sagola’s VR training tool
Las Vegas, Nevada — The Collision Repair mag team was at the SEMA Show from Nov. 1 through Nov. 4, catching all the iconic exhibition had to offer the aftermarket this year. Our editor Allison Rogers caught up with Peter Bloem, global division manager at Elcometer / Sagola, who treated audiences to a walk-through of […]
Talking with Tim: Spanesi’s Tim Morgan gives tips for saving space on the shop floor
Las Vegas, Nevada — From Nov. 1 through Nov. 4, Collision Repair mag was on-site at the SEMA Show, where more than 1,900 exhibitors set up extravagant displays to showcase what the modern collision repair world has to offer. Collision Repair editor Allison Rogers stopped by the Spanesi booth and interviewed Spanesi Americas COO Tim […]
A Spectacular SEMA: Check out Collision Repair’s SEMA 2022 yearbook
Las Vegas, Nevada — Another SEMA Show has come and gone—but, oh, was it a triumphant one. The 2022 SEMA Show welcomed more than 1,900 exhibitors and 60,000 buyers—and the Canadian collision industry was certainly well represented. Events from North American paint and equipment suppliers and the annual AIA Canada Night kept Canadians in close […]
Dead Ringer: Mike Ring takes top prize of SEMA 2022 Battle of the Builders Competition
Las Vegas, Nevada — Another successful SEMA Show is in the books and with that, the SEMA Battle of the Builders Competition crowned its new champion, Mike Ring, for his 1948 Chevrolet Loadmaster Pickup. As one of half of the famous Ringbrothers, Ring’s pedigree for car building preceded him at this year’s competition where his […]
The Battle Rages On: SEMA Battle of the Builders Competition announces top 12 finalists
Las Vegas, Nevada — The winners circle for this year’s SEMA Battle of the Builders Competition is slowly closing as judges announced the top 12 finalists on Wednesday afternoon. The field of competition has been getting smaller and smaller as the week progresses and SEMA judges have narrowed down the four categories of Hot Rod […]
