Quick Change: Toyota developing colour-changing paint technology using heat and light
Toronto, Ontario — Toyota has filed a patent application for colour-changing paint, a technology that the automaker reports could let owners or dealerships quickly swap a vehicle’s style. The patent application was published by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) on March 19th and describes how the technology could be beneficial for owners […]
Marshall’s Move: SATA Canada welcomes Todd Marshall to the role of business development specialist for Ontario market
Toronto, Ontario — SATA Canada has announced that Todd Marshall will work with J.P. Kleniewski as a business development specialist for the Ontario market. In this role, Marshall will support product and business growth for SATA in the Ontario region. According to a recent LinkedIn post made by SATA Canada, Marshall started with the company […]
ROBOTIC REPAIR
TODAY’S TOOL S DO HALF THE WORK FOR YOU BY ALLISON ROGERS In the ever-evolving landscape of the automotive industry, advancements in technology continue to reshape the way vehicles are manufactured and repaired. Among the most notable innovations is the integration of robotics, which has revolutionized collision repair and automotive manufacturing processes. These sophisticated machines […]
A NEW ARRAY
YOU’RE GOING TO LAVA BASF’S COLOUR TRENDS FOR 2022/23 BY KATE NG With each new year comes a new rainbow—at least, that’s the case for BASF. The coatings giant has revealed its annual predictive colour trends report, which presents a new palette of automotive hues that align with global trends analyzed by BASF. “This collection […]
GOING GREEN
AXALTA’S HUE OF THE YEAR COMES WITH PRACTICAL PURPOSE BY JULIA LLOYD Axalta has announced its 2021 globaautomotive colour of the year—a striking green bearing the name Electrolight. ElectroLight is an expressively refreshing green-yellow hue inspired by bold, contemporary flavours that echo style, energy and flair. The colour invokes a blend of sport design elements […]
MITCHELL DIAGNOSTICS
According to Mitchell, its Diagnostics system is designed to break the repair process down into a three-step system. First, users connect the remote diagnostic scanner, second, they await the results of the diagnostic analysis, and third, they follow the included repair procedures. The tool’s comprehensive reports are also designed to simplify the estimation approval process […]
ASTECH DIAGNOSTIC
The asTech diagnostic device is able to connect to a vehicle’s computer, provide information to an off-site master auto technician. The technician will diagnose, and resolve electronic and computer-related trouble codes as a result from collision, providing auto repair facilities with a detailed report featuring repair procedures recommended by OEMs. Perfect for auto repair facilities […]
ALLDATA DIAGNOSTICS BUILT-IN
AllData Diagnostics Built-in can turn any tablet into a professional scanning tool. Saving time for technicians, and saving money for your business, AllData Diagnostics is able to retrieve and clear P, B, C, and U codes with a free hardware connection device and software updates. Repairers also get access to unlimited pre- and post-scans to […]
EZE TIE DOWN SYSTEM CHAINLESS ANCHORING SYSTEM
Small, medium or large, Wedge Clamp Systems has three ways to anchor vehicles, all designed for use with embedded or floor surface-mounted rails. The EZE Tie-Down System (shown here) is for light pulls and panel pulls – ideal, the company says, for jobs like quick pulls on radiator supports, sheet metal alignments or door posts. […]
ECLIPSE PLUS ELECTRONIC MEASURING SYSTEM
WEDGE CLAMP The Eclipse Plus Electronic Measuring System combines a polar laser scanner with portable Live Targets and Intelligent Stems positioned by the body technician at strategically marked frame or body points. Each sweep of the laser precisely locates each of the targets, says the company. The Live Targets then transmit the measurements to the […]
