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    • Tim Sramcik

    Tim Sramcik began writing for ABRN over 20 years ago. He has produced numerous news, technical and feature articles covering virtually every aspect of the collision repair market. In 2004, the American Society of Business Publication Editors recognized his work with two awards. Srmcik also has written extensively for Motor Age and Aftermarket Business. Connect with Sramcik on LinkedIn and see more of his work on Muck Rack. 

    Photo courtesy of Pacific Collision Equipment Company
    All proper structural repairs begin with using 3D-measuring systems during damage analysis.
    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Structural soundness 

    Tim Sramcik
    Dec. 26, 2024
    Use these seven tips to ensure you’re up to date on structural repairs.
    Courtesy of I-CAR
    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.
    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Adding some certainty to certification

    Tim Sramcik
    Oct. 1, 2024
    Prepare for I-CAR welding certification with these seven tips.
    Courtesy of asTech
    Articles

    Calibration Considerations 

    Tim Sramcik
    June 1, 2024
    Use these seven tips to determine how you manage calibration and scanning work.
    Courtesy of BASF
    Painting a fender in a spray booth
    Operations

    5 steps to fending off flaws

    Tim Sramcik
    Aug. 3, 2023
    Use this expert advice for a perfect paint job every time.