Fall Promotion: SATA Unveils Special Edition SATAjet X 5500 Design

This year, SATA is once again getting attention with its autumn promotion. The manufacturer of products in the field of wet paint application presents a special edition of its well-known premium spray gun: The SATAjet X 5500 universe. Its striking QR design is not just decorative: A proud owner of this special edition can access the SATA […]

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Throttle Thrashers: The Inspiring Journey of Two Young Car Builders from British Columbia

/*! elementor – v3.15.0 – 20-08-2023 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} Two young builders from British Columbia, Chelsie Lesnoski and Cole Marten, astonished the world on the SEMA stage. by Pat Rediger It might begin with an engine or a chassis or some other part, but it usually ends up with a

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ATA Hosts Inaugural Collision Olympics at Its Annual Trade Show

/*! elementor – v3.15.0 – 20-08-2023 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} A unique competition brings teams from member shops and high school students together to compete in estimating, body repair, and auto refinishing, while promoting industry excellence and community engagement. by Theresa Jachnycky, director, Automotive Trades Association (ATA) of Manitoba At its

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PPG Unveils Innovations for the Refinish Industry: PPG LINQ Color Software and PPG MAGICBOX Body Shop Assistant

PPG is making waves in the automotive refinish industry with the introduction of two groundbreaking innovations: the PPG LINQ™ Color software and the PPG MAGICBOX™ body shop assistant. These tools are the latest additions to the comprehensive PPG LINQ digital solution, designed to revolutionize the global refinish industry that “provides productivity and sustainability improvement for

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SAAR Gears Up for Its Largest-Ever Conference and Trade Show

by Tom Bissonnette, executive director, Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) The Saskatchewan Association of Automotive Repairers (SAAR) is in the midst of final preparations for its biggest-ever Fall Conference and Trade Show, scheduled for September 7–8, 2023. The event features keynote speakers Dave Luehr from Elite Body Shop Solutions and Ryan Mandall from Mitchell

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Stefano Liessi Joins Color Compass as the New Training and Curriculum Coordinator

Color Compass Corporation, a leading name in the Canadian auto collision industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Stefano Liessi as the new Training and Curriculum Coordinator. This strategic addition to our team reflects our ongoing commitment to advancing the professional development and skills enhancement of individuals within the collision repair sector as well

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Nine Individuals Who Made History in the Collision Repair Industry in Manitoba

/*! elementor – v3.14.0 – 26-06-2023 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} Check out the stories of these nine incredible individuals who have left a lasting impact on Manitoba’s collision repair industry. Their outstanding contributions have earned them a well-deserved induction into the ATA Hall of Fame. text and photos courtesy of the

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CIECA Invites for a June 29 Webinar with Chuck Olsen

The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced that its next CIECA Webinar is scheduled for Thursday, June 29 at 11 am PT: “The Future Digital Landscape.” The one-hour webinar will feature Chuck Olsen, Sr. VP Operations & Automotive Technology at AirPro Diagnostics. During the live broadcast, Olsen will discuss new technologies the collision industry

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Industry Benchmark: Collision Repairers in Western Canada

/*! elementor – v3.13.3 – 22-05-2023 */ .elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} AutoHouse Technologies has released its Q1 2023 benchmark findings to help industry better understand how auto repair facilities in B.C. perform in comparison with their western neighbours. by David Ribeiro, senior industry advisor, Automotive Retailers Association (ARA) In the dynamic and

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