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Access insights into advanced repair techniques and best practices that shape the collision repair industry's standards and outcomes.

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Harder Paints Changed Collision Repair, But Modern Abrasives Could Speed Fixes

Eco-friendly car paints are nearly indestructible. Ceramic technology is helping repair techniques evolve to keep pace.
Ben Shimkus
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3D Printing Offers Collision Repair Innovative Option for Parts, Shipping, Design

3D printing is a cost-effective alternative to injection molding and, in some instances, can increase efficiency while reducing costs.
Elizabeth Crumbly
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Best Practices: Measuring Length, Pressure Settings on Self-Piercing Rivets

Toby Chess reviews the correct way to work with self-piercing rivets.
Toby Chess
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EmergingTech: Auto Additive on Track to Provide High-Quality, OEM-Grade 3D-Printed Parts, Tools & Jigs

Auto Additive is working with several clients in the industry to explore opportunities for 3D printing in collision repair.
Stacey Phillips Ronak
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EmergingTech: Blockchain Can Secure Data for 3D Printing in Collision Repair

Blockchain technology can grant permission to 3D print parts while ensuring there is no data leakage and the "secret recipe" of how to print a part is fully secured.
Stacey Phillips Ronak
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Avoid Replacing Damaged Bumpers by Repairing Instead with Heat Welding

Repairing with heat welding instead of replacing has a number of positives, including faster turnaround and less time and materials.
Toby Chess, Autobody News
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Blending Process More Complex, Variable Due to Several Factors

Advanced refinishes, differences in body panel sizes and more all contribute to the increased time needed to blend.
John Yoswick
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EmergingTech: 3D Printing Task Force Identifies Collision Industry Opportunities and Challenges

Replacement or repair parts could one day be 3D printed, but standards must be adopted to ensure safety, quality and reliability.
Stacey Phillips Ronak
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KECO, Ding King Training Institute Partner to Bridge Gap Between Collision, PDR

KECO's Glue Pull Repair will be integrated into The Ding King Training Institute's curriculum so techs can optimize repair processes and deliver superior results.
Autobody News Staff
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Custom Car Shops Use Tech to Turn Out Old School Quality in New Dog Ways

From the OC to the East Coast, builds, restorations, resto-mods, motorcycles and airplanes draw the craft-person at work.
Paul Hughes

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