I-CAR Australia and 3M Australia are joining forces to deliver a combined training venture on rivet and adhesive bonding.
Scheduled for July 6th, 2017 at 3M’s state-of-the-art training facility in Blacktown NSW, the program will cover I-CAR’s hands-on RVT01 Rivet Bonding program alongside 3M’s Adhesive Bonding course.
3M Training Manager, Nick Pikis, noted the importance of partnering with I-CAR to up-skill repairers and meet industry training demands. “I-CAR plays a crucial role in delivering quality hands-on training programs in critical areas within the panel shop. 3M have been a long and loyal supporter of I-CAR in Australia and we are committed to ensuring the delivery of premium training with quality products that improve efficiencies and make jobs easier on a daily basis.”
The program will include a 4-hour hands-on skill development session focusing on rivet bonding procedures followed by a further four hours learning how to identify types and characteristics of adhesives and how to work with these properly in panel repair and replacement.
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Hyundai said Tuesday more than half of the body of its completely new B-segment crossover is advanced high-strength steel.
The 2018 Kona, which will go on sale in the U.S. after first launching in South Korea this month, also includes nearly 375.7 feet of structural adhesive.
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“Hyundai Motor is the only car manufacturer to make its own steel to produce its vehicles globally, providing great benefits for the Kona,” Hyundai wrote in a news release Tuesday. “The lightweight body frame has been developed with 51.8% Advanced High Strength Steel to deliver class-leading levels of passive safety.
This article is courtesy of John Huetter and Repairer Driven News . Check out their website at http://www.repairerdrivennews.com where you will find so much more information.
A desire for more simplicity and transparency in a digital world inspired the overarching theme of BASF’s Automotive Color Trends for 2017/18 – Translucid.
The designers of BASF’s Coatings division translated the question of individual data control, as well as the need for an extensive gathering of information for technical and social possibilities into a collection of 65 new automotive colors.
The 65 colors of BASF’s Automotive Color Trends 2017-18 – Translucid
Digital Shifts – Intense blues and new light colors
In the digital world, the beauty of the body and other analog objects gain more attention with an increasing number of people looking to hide from data collectors and surveillance. This trend affects the automotive color palettes. Warm, beige colors deal with aspects of the skin, while dark and light blues express digitalization of the human body. Increasing connection – Pastel and chromatic colors
In addition, data exchanged without the confines of time and space create fluid boundaries. Cars are developing from vehicles into highly complex products that communicate intensively with drivers and the environment. The intricacy of our connection to objects is reflected in dimensional sparkle and a mixture of crisp and clear effects. Pastel and chromatic colors and intense blues represent the image of new technologies and emphasize the uniqueness of the digital age.
In general, the relationship of fascination and fear as seen in the reflection in our digital mirror oscillates between dark and medium grays. Color expertise of the Coatings division
The designers of BASF’s Coatings division in China, Japan, the United States and Germany develop up-and-coming colors for the automotive industry every year conducting extensive research and in-depth analysis. They uncover global trends and cultural shifts that will influence vehicle color choices three to five years from now. In addition to identifying global trends, the regional design teams find unique themes influenced by local circumstances and conditions in Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), North America and AsiaPacific.
Chinese vehicle maker, BYD, has taken advantage of PPG waterborne coatings featuring patented ANDARO® pigments to create a brilliant finish on its new models at Auto Shanghai 2017.
When it came to putting an eye-catching finishing touch on its latest concept cars, the ‘Dynasty’ and the ‘Song 7’, BYD called on the expertise of PPG’s Colour Styling Team. It was all about providing a rich, vibrant look and strong visual appeal to BYD’s vehicles to help encourage interest from show visitors, says David Cui, PPG Product Manager and Market Development Director, Automotive Coatings, Asia Pacific.
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“We are excited to work with BYD to develop brilliant and distinctive colours for its concept cars and new models. In addition to delivering high-quality, sustainable products such as our low-VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) waterborne automotive coatings, PPG is committed to collaborating with customers to enhance their brand recognition through value-added colour solutions and innovative technologies.”
Drawing inspiration from PPG’s 2020 automotive colour palette, the PPG Colour Styling Team utilised PPG’s patented, high-chroma ANDARO® nano-pigment tint dispersion technology to create colours with the high chromaticity requested by BYD’s design team. In order to match the Dynasty concept vehicle’s dragon-inspired exterior which draws on China’s rich cultural heritage, the PPG Team developed ‘Emperor Red’ – an intense red with high colour saturation. BYD’s long-anticipated seven-seat Song 7 model also incorporated a multi-layer paint finish, incorporating blue Andaro pigment, to deliver a brilliant appearance.
Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA) was one of 55 suppliers recently honoured by Honda North America for achievements in providing sustainable parts and materials. At the 33rd annual Honda Supplier Conference in Birmingham, Alabama, Honda recognized Axalta for the “exceptional commitment to social responsibility” demonstrated at the company’s Mount Clemens, Michigan, manufacturing and R&D facility. The award evaluates programs devoted to sustaining the environment, health and safety, human rights, and compliance and ethics, among other criteria. The award was previously known as the Honda Corporate Citizenship Award.
“At Axalta, we are committed to being socially responsible in the communities where we live and work while making superior products for our customers,” said Steve Markevich, Axalta Executive Vice President and President – Transportation Coatings and Greater China. “We are proud to accept this recognition from Honda as we work together to promote sustainable operations. Being a good neighbour and an engaged business partner are fundamental to Axalta’s growth and success.”
“The pursuit of quality is driving activity across our supply chain, and like our Honda associates we depend on suppliers to have the same level of passion to please the customer,” said Tom Lake, Vice President for North American Purchasing at Honda North America, Inc. “Honda looks forward to working with our suppliers to strategically meet the needs of our customers.”
Axalta was recognized for the company’s introduction of waste reduction initiatives that resulted in processing nearly one million pounds of solid waste using waste-to-energy technology, which avoids landfill disposal and generates income from the recyclable materials.
During the conference, Honda emphasised the importance of quality and innovation as the key to navigating the future of changing customer demand which aligns with Axalta’s commitment to understanding customers’ emerging needs in order to provide them with innovative and sustainable coating solutions.
David Lingham, Head of Business for Fix Auto World announces the appointment of Graham Kresfelder to the role of Global Strategic Developer, effective June 1st 2017.
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Having worked in the collision repair industry in seven countries, namely the United Kingdom, Poland and Italy, Kresfelder brings with him 20 years of international leadership experience developing accident management processes, automotive collision networks and productivity technology platforms. He has successfully created market-leading enterprises in several European territories, which have paved the way in providing world-class services to consumers, automotive insurers, and cutting-edge business services for repairers.
In his new role, Kresfelder will be responsible for identifying key markets and growth opportunities for Fix Auto’s operations, primarily for the European market. He said: “I am delighted to be joining the Fix Auto World team at this exciting time. The services and solutions the brand provides for the automotive aftermarket industry is revolutionizing the way in which businesses are successfully grown. Fix Auto has proven through its development that it is and will continue to grow quickly in various international markets. I am delighted to partake in the momentum and join the Fix Auto World team.”
David Lingham concluded: “As Fix Auto expands around the world, it requires a strong team of professionals who will help take the organisation to new heights and across borders. Graham’s international experience and key contacts in the collision repair industry will be most valuable to Fix Auto, and I am pleased to welcome him on board.”
While the Australian automotive aftermarket industry is well aware of Capricorn as Australasia’s largest automotive cooperative, what some in the industry may not be aware of is Capricorn’s three decades of experience in the business of travel.
Capricorn Travel was born from necessity in the early 1980’s, to service the fast growing automotive aftermarket co-operative’s own extensive convention based and business based Member travel requirements.
The travel arm of this highly successful automotive cooperative has grown to become a multiple award winning domestic and international agency that is ranked among the nation’s top 20 by the Travellers Choice Group.
Capricorn Travel has created unforgettable lifetime experiences in line with the many outstanding Capricorn Conventions that thousands of Capricorn Members have attended over the decades in exotic locations all over the world.
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Capricorn Travel is a full service travel agency available to Capricorn Members, Capricorn Preferred Suppliers, their families and friends as well as the general public. You don’t have to be a Capricorn Member to take advantage of this premier quality travel agency service.
Their professional and dedicated travel consultants have extensive experience, having visited many locations around the globe to provide you with fantastic holiday, conference, trade fair or business travel advice.
The accolades bestowed upon Capricorn Travel include eight Travellers Choice Silver and two Bronze Awards, two consecutive Qantas Holidays Global Achiever Awards in both 2015 and 2016 and the 2017 Qantas Holidays Global Star Award.
Capricorn Travel became a Qantas Holidays Premium Agency in 2015 and gained the 2016 Suppliers Choice Award by Driveaway Holidays, extending the agency’s remarkable credentials.
Capricorn Travel Manager Lisa Carter comments “We have a great team here at Capricorn that really understand our membership, particularly how hard it can be in small business to get time out of the workshop. With this level of understanding we are able to work with our Members to create dream holidays, international river cruises or book domestic flights to visit family. We really are full service.”
Capricorn Members are also able to book and pay for travel conveniently using their Capricorn Trade Account, while of course earning or redeeming Capricorn Reward Points for their business or recreational travel requirements. This is rewarding for visits to international automotive trade events such the global Automechanika trade fairs or the USA based SEMA and AAPEX Expos among many others.
Non-members are more than welcome to use the Capricorn Travel team’s services for business or holiday travel, providing expert advice based on first-hand experience.
Many Capricorn Members and non-members are also seeking advice for individual, couples and family holiday locations along with value added deals. Capricorn Travel’s vast experience in recreational travel ensures the most enjoyable vacations.
Capricorn Travel is a member of the Australian Federation of Travel Agents (AFTA) and holds a ticketing accreditation under the International Air Transport Association (IATA). Capricorn Travel is also an accredited ATAS (AFTA Travel Accreditation Scheme) participant.
Capricorn Travel is a one stop solution for all your travel needs, offering great service, expert know how and value for money when it comes to travel.
Recently the Car Craft Group celebrated their 30th birthday on Hamilton Island and in grand style the evening recognised the founders of the group and provided a view of the groups future as they near their 100th member.
Hosted by MC Steve Haddon the audience were treated to fabulous entertainment from Ellen Reed and the group Savvy. As part of the evenings proceedings the founding members John & Steve McEntee, Allan McCarthy, Colin Bowra and the Jack brothers were recognised for their vision and persistence to create one of the industries longest lasting groups.
Members from around Australia attended the celebrations over the weekend with some traveling as far away as Karratha, Jerome and Trudi Tunstead of Karratha Panel Paint spent quite a few hours on planes to get to Hamilton Island but it was well worth it.
The event was proudly supported by Gold sponsor Toyota, Silver sponsors Automotive Holdings Group, Compass Claims along with Wurth Australia, Finixa, Mazda WA, CMI Toyota, New Town Toyota, Octoral Refinishing, Aviso WA Insurance Brokers and Total Hail Solutions.
Editor: 30 years is a long time in this industry! Congratulations to Car Craft on reaching this milestone.
The annual Cooly Rocks On Festival was held last week at Coolangatta in Queensland. http://www.coolyrockson.com/
The Cooly Rocks On Festival is a popular and unique music and car show that boasts many classic car displays as well as vintage costumes, live music and a massive parade.
This five-day long car show is one of the major events of the region and attracts thousands of visitors to the Gold Coast year after year.
Once again this year there were so many fantastic cars on display and lots to keep the whole family entertained at what has become a truly great family friendly festival.
Take a look at just some of the cars on display in the streets and make sure that if you have the opportunity spend a few days in Coolangatta next year!
With help from a range of supporters, the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky, has stepped in to make a promise come true. Before being killed in a 2015 car accident while on duty, Kentucky police officer, Burke Rhoads, had been restoring a Corvette in order to drive his daughter, Jacquelyn, to her prom when she turned 16 years old. The museum offered to restore the entire car, in a gesture of appreciation to the nation’s police forces and a tribute to Officer Rhoads, and to help a grieving family heal. Once the car’s mechanicals and body were restored, the museum turned to PPG, says Bill Shaw, PPG Director of Marketing Automotive Refinish. “Contributing our products for this worthwhile cause was something we were happy to do. We were humbled by the request. It is a pleasure and a privilege to help the family members of those who serve and protect us every day.”
The National Corvette Museum already had an ongoing relationship with PPG – established in 2014, when a sinkhole under the museum floor swallowed eight rare Corvettes, including the 1984 Indy 500 PPG pace car. Although all the cars were recovered, five were damaged beyond repair. For more about the National Corvette Museum, visit www.corvettemuseum.org.
