Shawn Collins

Contributing Editor

Shawn Collins is a senior technical service engineer for 3M. He was an ASE Certified collision technician for 26 years and has been an I-CAR instructor for 19 years. He teaches more than 50 different training programs and is both a steel and aluminum welding qualification test administrator for collision shops and insurance companies.

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Does your damage analysis measure up?

Jan. 1, 2020
Many estimators are not up to speed on vehicle changes and are missing significant damage during initial inspection.
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Perfecting plastics

Jan. 1, 2020
Throughout more than 20 years of teaching plastic repair, I have witnessed the evolution of repair methods and products.
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Gearing up for aluminum repair

Jan. 1, 2020
Be cautious prioritizing your aluminumn repair equipment purchases.
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Three perspectives on bumper fascia slot tab repairs

April 26, 2016
Three industry experts weigh in on techniques and tips for performing slot tab repairs.