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    For dust extraction, the time is now

    David Woods
    May 7, 2024
    An old-school problem can have dire effects on high-tech components.
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    MIG/MAG welding rear body panel
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    Remote training solutions are available, although many technicians prefer a hands-on approach.
    Jay Sicht
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    Fixture anchoring and pulling

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    Does body work have to be dirty work?

    Adam Spah
    Oct. 3, 2023
    A clean shop environment may help drive improved performance and customer satisfaction.
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    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Plastic repair and ADAS – They're not mutually exclusive!

    Kurt Lammon
    April 4, 2023
    A bit of education is all that’s needed to dispel some of the fear and trepidation around the relationship between plastic repair and ADAS sensors.
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    Audi’s e-tron SUVs feature 27 components made from recycled plastics. The company is investing in recovered plastics.
    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Living in a material world

    Tim Sramcik
    Feb. 6, 2023
    These are the four trends driving the advanced automotive materials you will be repairing
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    Shining a light on plastic repair

    Kurt Lammon
    Dec. 1, 2022
    With supply chain issues and the cost of replacement headlights, repairing headlight mounting tabs can often create a better outcome for the shop, vehicle owner, and bill payer...
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    Products, Tools & Equipment

    Pre-SEMA tool spotlight

    Jay Sicht
    Oct. 6, 2022
    Check out what's new in this collection of collision repair tools and equipment selected by ABRN from manufacturers who will be at the SEMA Show.
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    How does summer heat affect adhesives?

    Carolee Nail
    July 4, 2022
    Hot weather and humidity can drastically affect application and strength of adhesives and seam sealers used in collision repair.
    Volvo
    Volvo bumper ADAS sensor location
    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Bumper repair: Stay away from the sensors

    Kurt Lammon
    March 22, 2022
    When considering a plastic repair on a bumper fascia with radar-based sensors mounted behind, first follow the OEM procedures, and if those aren’t clear, stay away from the sensors...