Arslan introduces SHARK A7 arm for Blueweld
Point-Clare, Quebec — October 9, 2017 — Arslan Automotive Canada has introduced the SHARK A7 arm for the I-Plus Blueweld SMART spot welder. According to Arman Gurarslan of Arslan Automotive, the A7 SHARK is a revolutionary design that speeds up and simplifies welding operations in the most difficult to access areas. The patented large opening […]
SCRS premieres final MIG/MAG welding video
Toronto, Ontario — August 8, 2017 — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists’ (SCRS) premiered its third and final MIG/MAG welding information video. According to the SCRS, the goals of their videos, available for free and on YouTube, are to support and encourage exemplary business, provide the leadership and visibility needed to develop the image of […]
VIDEO: Setup, settings and training for MIG/MAG welding
By CRM Staff Prosser, Washington — July 9, 2017 — The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) has released the second of three new SCRS Education Committee video discussions on the topic of MIG/MAG welding. The first video in the series featured Andy Dingman of Dingman’s Collision Center, Michael Bradshaw of K&M Collision, Toby Chess […]
Tesla approves Pro Spot SP Series MIGs for aluminum welding
Carlsbad, California — December 18, 2016 — Pro Spot has announced the recent Tesla approval of the SP Series MIG Welders including the SP-5 Smart MIG and the new SP-5.3 Double Pulse 3-Phase Smart MIG. These welders are approved for aluminum welding during structural repairs on Model S and Model X. “Congratulations to the entire […]
Honda’s Chris Tobie provides insight into new welding guidelines
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — December 12, 2016 — Chris Tobie, Collision Repair Diagnostic Director at American Honda, recently outlined changes to the company’s policy regarding the welding of high-strength steel during the latest Guild 21 teleconference, presented by Verifacts Automotive. Tobie knows what he’s talking when it comes to collision repair. He joined […]
Polyvance adds Canadian reps, launches fifth-generation plastic welder
Toronto, Ontario — November 22, 2016 — Polyvance has made two major announcements, introducing new Canadian distributors and the launch of its fifth-generation nitrogen plastic welder, the 6085-C Nitro Fuzer Nitrogen Welding System. Dan Dominato of Precision Marketing and his team of sales representatives will introduce Polyvance’s line of nitrogen plastic welders and plastic refinishing […]
Strong bonds: Collision 360 hosts plastic repair training event
By Barett Poley Toronto, Ontario — November 17, 2016 — Collision 360 and Polyvance held a free training session at Collision 360’s facility to demonstrate the feasibility of repairing plastic parts as opposed to replacing them. The training session was attended primarily by autobody professionals and focused on using Polyvance’s plastic welding technology. “The system […]
Pro Spot kicks off manufacturer rebate promotion at SEMA
Las Vegas, Nevada — November 1, 2016 — Pro Spot is kicking off a special promotion during the 2016 SEMA Show. Pro Spot will send a manufacturer’s rebate cheque directly to every customer who purchases a qualified unit before November 30, 2016. “This is a great program for those collision repair shops who are reinvesting […]
Spanesi to host KC Mathieu, give away Q5 welder at SEMA
Las Vegas, Nevada — October 19, 2016 — Spanesi is sweetening its SEMA exhibit this year with an appearance by KC Mathieu of KC’s Paint Shop and by giving away a high-ticket item: a Spanesi Q5 3 Torch Synergic Pulse Inverter MIG/MAG Welder. The welder is signed by KC Mathieu, and he will draw the […]
Car-O-Liner to showcase virtual welding, 3D shop experience at SEMA Show
Wixom, Michigan — October 12, 2016 — Car-O-Liner has revealed its plan for the upcoming 2016 SEMA Show. The company’s booth will feature new products, live demos and giveaways. Among the highlights are the Brilliant Solutions Advanced Materials Bay and a virtual welding simulator. Car-O-Liner’s booth is #11339 in the North Hall Collision Repair section. […]