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    Applying Lasers to Repair Processes at SEMA

    Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS)
    Oct. 11, 2024
    SCRS' OEM Summit - Session III will explore laser welding in automotive and aerospace manufacturing and how technologies are developing for repair solutions.
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    MIG/MAG welding rear body panel
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    Make sure you contact your equipment manufacturers before testing so that they may stop at your shop and make sure all equipment is working properly.

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    Panel Replacement with Resistance Spot Welder
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    Repairers Realm: Part Replacement at Factory Seams Considerations

    FenderBender Staff Reporters
    Sept. 18, 2024
    Learn why parts should be replaced at factory seams and why, including how OEM requirements or repair limitations may influence your repair plan.
    3M Automotive Aftermarket Division
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    3M Bringing Clean Sanding System to U.S.

    3M Automotive Aftermarket Division
    Sept. 10, 2024
    The 3M Clean Sanding System is part of the company's comprehensive dust extraction solution.
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    Articles

    Calibration Considerations 

    Tim Sramcik
    June 1, 2024
    Use these seven tips to determine how you manage calibration and scanning work.
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    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Adapt to a changing environment by doing more plastic repairs 

    John Wilburn
    June 1, 2024
    With headlights costing as much as $6,000 each, a shop with the equipment and know-how to repair them can increase the profitability of the overall repair.
    BendPak Octa-Flex EV12DPS Two-Post Lift: First Look
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    Video: BendPak Octa-Flex EV12DPS Two-Post Lift: First Look

    May 15, 2024
    BendPak's Octa-Flex EV12DPS Two-Post Lift is designed to handle both regular and electric vehicles.
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    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    For dust extraction, the time is now

    David Woods
    May 7, 2024
    An old-school problem can have dire effects on high-tech components.
    Jay Sicht
    Operations

    Accounting for the Glue or Weld-Key Tab Process

    John Shoemaker
    Feb. 29, 2024
    Using the damage appraisal to define steps is the best tool to bring success to any repair.

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    Companies like AVL offer devices that guide repair professionals through essential steps to verify that a vehicle is properly discharged and safe to undergo repairs.