ETI Elects New Officers
The Equipment and Tool Institute (ETI) welcomes new faces to its board and leadership. The trade association of automotive tool and equipment manufacturers and technical information providers recently announced its officers and new directors for 2017-2018. The new slate of ETI leadership includes: President – Brian Herron, Drew Technologies Vice President, Programs – Jim Fish,
SEMA Pre-Show: TPMS Sensor
The X-tra Seal Smart Sensor is one of the latest TPMS solutions on the market. Easy to learn and use, the tool offers both rubber snap-on and aluminum clamp-in valve options, is a complete diagnostic/programming tool with OBDII capability, can copy/clone a sensor, and updates are free for life. Two sensors cover more than 95%
Bartec Names New Director of Operations
Bartec USA has hired Richard Hahn as director of operations. “As Bartec continues to broaden our product line and leverage our core strengths which are providing excellent products and industry leading customer support, there is a continual need to deepen our talents and skills,” said Scot Holloway, CEO of Bartec USA. “Richard is a seasoned
Replacement Parts for Tire Changers
Goodson Tools & Supplies for Engine Builders is expanding its line of replacement parts for tire changers. According to Goodson, the backbone of the line is a wide assortment of mount/demount heads (aka duck heads). “We have Duck Heads for most popular tire changers on the market, including AccuTurn, All Tool, Coats, Corghi, Hoffman, Hunter,
VDO REDI-Sensor Installer Kit Simplifies TPMS Service
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has introduced the VDO REDI-Sensor Installer Kit designed to make TPMS servicing easier. The kit, with one of each of three REDI-Sensor assemblies and four sensor service kits, the kit allows technicians to cover 85% of TPMS equipped vehicles without waiting for parts delivery, according to the company. More than
Getting Organized from the Ground Up: Building a Tool Storage Solution
As I prepare to write this article, I can’t help but be struck by the irony of it. No doubt, as a professional technician, you’ve worked around other technicians who are modern day “Pig Pens.” This is that guy or girl who can’t quite seem to get his or her tools back where they belong.
2012: Top Shop Finalist: McGee Tire Stores
Gremlins have infested Florida. At least that might be the perception of anyone working the counter at McGee Tire Stores. “We’ve had people tell us they have Gremlins in their trunk, Gremlins in their engines and even Gremlins in their tires,” says Bob Lanpher, vice president of the 27-location chain, headquartered in Lakeland, Fla. “It
Communication, Adaptation Key to Florida Dealer’s Success
McGee Auto Service and Tires began as a small local tire dealership in Lakeland, Fla., but with four decades of quality products and vehicle service mixed with exceptional customer service, the family-owned business quickly turned into one of the top automotive and tire retailers in central Florida. It started in 1974 when John McGee purchased
Product Spotlight: Brake Lathes
As an essential piece of equipment for tire dealerships and vehicle repair shops, brake lathes perform the important function of machining vehicle brake drums and resurfacing brake rotors. With today’s latest brake lathe technology, technicians can experience quicker production, superior surface finish, easier operation and a longer machine service life.
Product Spotlight: Tire Changers
One of the most important pieces of equipment in any tire shop, the tire changer can be a simple, welded steel-tube device to raise a tire and wheel to comfortable work height up to a nearly fully automated tire-changing robot. There are many features to consider: roller or shovel-type bead separators, integrated tire inflation systems,