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    Madison, IN 47250

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    About Chief Collision Technology

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    996 Industrial Drive
    Madison, IN 47250
    https://chieftechnology.com/
    800-445-9262
    866-275-0173

    More Info on Chief Collision Technology

    Chief Automotive Technologies, a Vehicle Service Group (VSG) brand, is one of the largest manufacturers of high-quality collision repair products and services, including frame-pulling equipment, vehicle-anchoring systems, computerized measuring systems, and vehicle frame specifications. Chief is also a provider of comprehensive training on structural analysis, computerized measuring, collision theory, and design based repair.  

    Products & Press Releases

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    Welding Equipment

    Mi300T Spot Welder

    Oct. 4, 2021
    Chief Collision Technology’s Mi300T high-performance spot welder is easy to handle and is the ideal solution for all high-strength steel body repairs.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief introduces mobile 3-D hail damage scanning solution

    April 27, 2021
    Constellation, a complete workflow system, tracks hail-damaged vehicles throughout the entire process from first notice of loss, through the claims process, and to vehicle repair...
    Company/Association News

    Chief Collision Technology invests in the future of collision repair

    Jan. 21, 2021
    Chief Collision Technology is adding to its suite of products with the launch of its new wireless laser scanner and the latest Genesis measuring software for the company’s Meridian...
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    Company/Association News

    Chief Collision Technology adds touchless hail claim management solution

    Jan. 5, 2021
    Just in time for the 2021 hail season, Chief Collision Technology, part of Vehicle Service Group (VSG), will soon offer an automated hail claim management solution with the launch...
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    Chief Collision Technology partners with Burke Porter Group to create Mosaic advanced diagnostic technology

    Nov. 11, 2019
    Mosaic ADT’s software uses the OEM repair procedures to accurately and efficiently guide technicians through the calibration process.
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    ADAS Calibration and Programming

    Mosaic Advanced Diagnostic Technology

    Nov. 8, 2019
    The Chief Collision Technology Mosaic Advanced Diagnostic Technology (ADT) is designed to help customers navigate the complex future of collision repair. ADT features self-diagnostic...
    Industry News

    Chief and Celette to build "largest" specification databases

    Nov. 21, 2018
    Through this alliance, the companies will leverage individual data collection technologies and will share information so that both companies can expand their specification databases...
    For the 32nd year, Chief is sponsoring the Collision Repair Technology (CRT) Championship at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. Career and technical education high school and college students from around the country will test their collision repair skills while competing for a national title and attracting the attention of future employers.
    Training and Resources

    Chief sponsors SkillsUSA competition highlighting collision repair students

    June 12, 2018
    This year’s event takes place June 25 to 29 at the Kentucky Exposition Center in Louisville, Ky.
    Chief University offers technicians who participate in specific courses to secure I-CAR credit at no additional cost. Shops that purchase specific computerized measurement, frame racks and spot welding equipment also receive a full-price voucher for any two-day Chief training course.
    Training and Resources

    Chief offers training courses to secure I-CAR credit

    May 15, 2018
    Chief offers repair training opportunities for technicians with a focus on hands-on experiences.
    Meridian Alignment System
    Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

    Meridian Alignment System

    April 26, 2018
    The Chief Meridian Alignment System can measure and document collision damage, monitor repairs in real-time and perform full wheel alignments. The Meridian offers a live mapping...

    Articles & News

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    On the shop floor

    Blueprinting: The structural repair tool your shop is missing

    Feb. 9, 2023
    Long gone are the days of only needing quick visual inspections. As we say hello to a new way of vehicle repair, we also welcome new tools and methods to help us stay on course...
    Jay Sicht
    Now that more companies are doubling down on their commitment to producing quality and affordable EVs, the way we go about structural repair will change.
    On the shop floor

    How EVs are changing structural repair

    Oct. 4, 2022
    A proper blueprinting process will help you address EVs as they come and guide you to creating the best plan moving forward.
    Predictions show that in 2025, 85 percent of vehicles produced globally will have some level of driving automation, and 50 percent of cars in use will have ADAS features by the end of 2030.
    ADAS/Calibration/Programming

    Preparing your shop for the future of ADAS

    Sept. 2, 2022
    A world full of ADAS-equipped vehicles won’t be rolling into your shop tomorrow, but that does not mean you should stall on planning.
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    When it comes to customers, Smith cannot stress enough the importance of showing up and doing everything you can to take care of them.
    Tool Distributor

    Selling tools to collision repair shops

    Emily Markham
    Feb. 1, 2022
    As new technology and materials are being introduced to vehicles, mobile tool dealers must be ready with the tools, equipment, and knowledge to help prepare their collision repair...
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    The two-stage Adaptive High-beam System, available on European Lexus models but not yet in North America, uses the front recognition camera located on top of the vehicle to detect light from vehicles in front and automatically optimizes the light distribution so that the high beams do not dazzle other drivers. According to Lexus, the two-stage system developed for the LS delivers light in an extremely precise way. This allows a higher frequency of high-beam driving without blinding preceding or oncoming vehicles, thus improving visibility and safety at night.
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    ADAS advancements that keep drivers and pedestrians safe

    Nov. 30, 2021
    Understanding the technology and what types of repairs are required will be key, not only in providing accurate estimates for repairs, but in understanding the importance of how...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Playing a critical role

    Mike Croker
    July 1, 2021
    By measuring before, during and after repairs, technicians can report and print the exact condition of the vehicle and are able to provide evidence of both the damage and the ...
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    Chief Mosaic ADT
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    Prepare vehicles and your shop for ADAS calibration

    Barry Hoyland
    June 5, 2020
    Think of any upfront costs as investments leading to greater service opportunities, as well as continuous ROI.
    The first step in the structural repair workflow is the structural alignment. An initial structural measurement of the center section, front and rear ends, suspension, and any other additional measurements are determined based on damage.
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    Why measuring matters in modern structural repair

    Feb. 3, 2020
    It is now more important than ever for shops to understand how ADAS is impacting the collision repair workflow and not only how repairs are made.
    New technology that uses 3-D stereo photogrammetry (the science of making measurements from photographs) enables more accurate measuring and documenting of collision damage. Chief Automotive’s Cam Scan HD measuring system, for example, lets technicians measure and compare two points anywhere on a vehicle.
    Body Shop & Repair

    What’s new in heavy duty collision repair?

    Lee Daughtery
    Aug. 4, 2016
    The heavy duty collision repair industry is going through several evolutionary changes that are being driven by four key factors: Technological advances in heavy duty vehicle ...

    Videos & Resources

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    The Garage

    VIDEO: Chief Vulcan ADU Adhesive Debonding Unit

    March 30, 2017
    This video demonstrates how the Vulcan ADU can help save shop time and money by breaking the bond of adhesive on most material or surface.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    VIDEO: Chief MI200T Spot Welder

    March 30, 2017
    This video demonstrates how the Chief MI200T can help a shop increase productivity and weld effectiveness.
    VIDEO: Chief Automotive line of shop equipment for collision repair
    Body Shop & Repair

    VIDEO: Chief Automotive line of shop equipment for collision repair

    April 19, 2016
    A look at the collision repair equipment offered by Chief Automotive.
    VIDEO: Chief Fume Extractor
    Body Shop & Repair

    VIDEO: Chief Automotive Fume Extractor

    April 19, 2016
    This video explains and demonstrates the Fume Extractor from Chief Automotive Technologies.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief 2015 Ford F-150 Holding Package Video

    Nov. 23, 2015
    This video shows how each piece of the Structural Holding Package, No. 300002, can help during the repair of a damaged 2015 Ford F-150.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief 2015 Ford F-150 Rigid Cab Mount Install Video

    Nov. 23, 2015
    This video demonstrates how to install the Chief Rigid Cab Mount onto a 2015 Ford F-150. The Rigid Cab Mounts, part of the Structural Holding Package, are used to replace the ...
    Chief Automotive Vertical Fixture Tall Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Automotive Vertical Fixture Tall Video

    Nov. 12, 2015
    Global repair product manager Richard Perry shows how to install Chief holding parts.
    Chief Automotive Vertical Fixture Short Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Automotive Vertical Fixture Short Video

    Nov. 12, 2015
    Global repair product manager Richard Perry shows how to install Chief holding parts.
    Chief Horizontal Fixture Large Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Horizontal Fixture Large Video

    Sept. 25, 2015
    Chief's global repair product manager Richard Perry demonstrates how to install Chief holding parts.
    Chief 2015 Ford F-150 USH System Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief 2015 Ford F-150 USH System Video

    Aug. 26, 2015
    A how-to video on installing the Chief Running Board Fixture onto a 2015 Ford F-150 in conjunction with the Universal Structural Holding System.

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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief to offer more heavy duty collision repair solutions

    April 12, 2018
    Chief to distribute Celette heavy duty truck collision repair equipment in North America.
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    Chief Heavy Duty Rivet Gun with Cabinet

    March 19, 2018
    The Chief Automotive Technologies Heavy Duty Rivet Gun with Cabinet is universal, with attachments for riveting, punching, pressing out, and calibrating. It puts out 22,000 lbs...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Computerized measuring provides 360-degree view of collision damage

    March 2, 2018
    Chief’s Meridian Live Mapping system can measure up to 45 individual points on a vehicle at the same time, in real time.
    C6000 Hd
    Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

    C6000HD Commercial Truck Alignment System

    Sept. 26, 2017
    The Chief C6000HD Commercial Truck Alignment System is designed to be a fast, accurate, easy-to-use system suitable for larger commercial vehicles. The double inclometer allows...
    C3060
    Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

    C3060 Professional Wheel Aligner

    Sept. 26, 2017
    The Chief C3060 Professional Wheel Aligner is designed to provide wireless efficiency, with all the characteristic angles of both vehicle axles controlled by four measuring heads...
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    Diagnostics and Drivability

    Chief’s new line of wheel alignment systems can be used on almost any lift

    Sept. 26, 2017
    Chief’s tower-free aligners maximize available workspace and have no minimum bay space requirements.
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    Tire and Wheel Service Small Tools

    C3080 3D Wheel Alignment System

    Sept. 26, 2017
    The Chief C3080 3D Wheel Alignment System features fixed cameras with automatic target search and recognition, tire-grabbing clamps and remote-controlled sensors that can provide...
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    Body Shop and Repair

    M30 Pro Alu Stud Welder

    Aug. 22, 2017
    The Chief M30 Pro Alu Stud Welder offers a strong spot weld with minimal heat penetration, according to the company. The welder has a grounding mechanism built into the stud gun...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief’s Universal Uni-Clamp Anchoring System is now standard on all Chief frame racks

    Aug. 22, 2017
    Provides gripping power on the high-strength steel pinch welds common on modern vehicles.
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    Shop Equipment

    Vulcan Adhesive Debonding Unit (ADU)

    March 30, 2017
    The Chief Automotive Vulcan Adhesive Debonding Unit (ADU) is designed to separate the structural adhesives used to join aluminum, high-strength steel, carbon fiber and other “...
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    Tool Accessories

    Dust Extractor 63L

    Dec. 6, 2016
    The Chief Dust Extractor 63L offers a smaller, more economical version of Chief's original Dust Extractor 85L, with all the same features and benefits. The extractor has a detachable...
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    Chief welders get a new look

    Nov. 16, 2016
    Chief has given all of its welders a new, unified branding scheme featuring bold red paint and large Chief feathered C logos.
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    Lifts and Lifting Equipment

    Quick Pull Scissor Lift Bench

    Sept. 22, 2016
    Presented by Chief the Globaljig Quick Pull Scissor Lift Bench is designed to handle most sheet metal and other light-duty pulling jobs right in the bay – keeping the frame bench...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief joins National Truck & Heavy Equipment Claims Council

    July 25, 2016
    Chief was admitted to the National Truck & Heavy Equipment Claims Council, the industry trade organization dedicated to ethics, efficiency and issues involving the servicing of...
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    Hand Tools

    Heavy Duty Rivet Gun

    July 6, 2016
    The Chief Heavy Duty Rivet Gun puts out nearly twice the force of the company’s standard rivet gun, enabling collision repair technicians to use it to install rivets in even the...
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    Chief unveils heavy duty collision frame rack

    June 22, 2016
    With custom lengths up to 80', technicians can simply drive the largest heavy duty vehicles into position on the Centurion, swing the towers into position, and get to work in ...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief presents Globaljig Koala Bench for collision repair

    May 31, 2016
    The Koala structural repair bench can be used as an install or work bay lift for easier vehicle tear down and reassembly, sheet metal repair, blueprinting operations, or for structural...
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    Chief introduces HD collision repair line for trucks, trailers, buses and more

    May 23, 2016
    This product line is designed to help heavy duty body shops improve technician ergonomics, shop efficiency, repair quality and cycle times.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Three reasons to have an aluminum-dedicated work area

    Feb. 8, 2016
    Repairing aluminum requires special gear. While you’re stocking up on the right aluminum welders and more, you’ll also need to think about how you’ll organize that equipment in...
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    Blogs

    Improving customer service in your shop

    Feb. 8, 2016
    Providing great customer service to your current clients has a very nice snowball effect. Not only will they be satisfied with their experience now, but they’re also much more...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Tips for fast and safe repairs

    Feb. 8, 2016
    It’s possible to speed up repairs while keeping safety top of mind.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Update your welding uniform

    Jan. 5, 2016
    Welding helmets and jackets are an important part of your arsenal.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Full estimates vs. supplements

    Jan. 5, 2016
    Estimates are a big part of the collision repair business. But how far do you need to go?
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    PTEN announces 2015 Innovation Awards People's Choice winners

    VehicleServicePros.com Staff
    Oct. 2, 2015
    For the second year in a row, readers were able to voice their opinions on the top products nominated in the PTEN Innovation Awards program.
    Chief Upper Body Bar Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Upper Body Bar Video

    Aug. 26, 2015
    Chief's Lee Daughtery explains the features and benefits of the company's Upper Body Bar.
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    PTEN announces 2015 Innovation Award winners

    Aug. 4, 2015
    With 117 product entries, top products in 26 categories have been recognized.
    Chief LaserLock Live Mapping System Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief LaserLock Live Mapping System Video

    July 31, 2015
    Chief global data product manager Lee Daugherty explains how the LaserLock Live Mapping System can be used.
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief adds free collision repair training resources to website

    July 29, 2015
    Chief Automotive Technologies has added best practices guides, how-to videos and other educational materials to its website, chiefautomotive.com, to help collision repair professionals...
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    Training and Resources

    Chief continues long-standing sponsorship of SkillsUSA Championship

    June 4, 2015
    The CRT Championship is one of 100 competitions held in a variety of trade, technical and leadership disciplines at the conference, which takes place June 22-26 at the Kentucky...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Shop basics: Auto body spot welders

    May 27, 2015
    Auto body spot welders are important tools in repair shops, and understanding how they work and how to use them is important for both techs and shop managers.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    How to keep up with body shop tool updates

    May 27, 2015
    Maintaining your equipment can feel like a big job – and it is. But it doesn’t have to be an impossible, or impossibly expensive, task.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Cycle time savers: Three body shop repair tools you need

    May 27, 2015
    Having the right body shop repair tools will make it easier for techs to meet efficiency goals.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    How a one-stop provider makes buying body shop equipment easier

    May 27, 2015
    What to expect from a single-source equipment supplier and partner.
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Automotive releases collision repair practice blog

    May 27, 2015
    Topics covered so far include cycle time improvements, aluminum welding and frame rack selection.
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    Shop Heating and Cooling Equipment

    Heavy Duty Weld Fume Extractor

    May 13, 2015
    The Chief Automotive Technologies Heavy Duty Weld Fume Extractor protects technicians against breathing toxic welding fumes and harmful airborne particulates. The compact extractor...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief introduces rivet gun that bonds aluminum and steel

    May 13, 2015
    The rivet gun is part of Chief’s product line expansion to include “fusion” products shops need to properly repair collision-damaged vehicles.
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    Hand Tools

    Self-Piercing Rivet Gun, No. PNP90

    May 6, 2015
    The Chief Automotive Technologies Self-Piercing Rivet Gun, No. PNP90, uses a pneumatic-hydraulic design to drive rivets for all common autobody applications, including bonding...
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    Richard Perry Named OEM and strategic account sales manager for Chief Automotive Technologies

    April 15, 2015
    Perry previously served as global repair product manager for Chief and has been with the company since 1996.
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    Welding Equipment

    TrueAutoMode

    April 3, 2015
    TrueAutoMode from Chief Automotive Technologies is the collision repair industry’s first fully automatic spot welding system, according to the company. Available exclusively on...
    Chief Automotive Technologies will introduce an expansion of its collision repair equipment line at Automechanika Chicago in April. The new fusion products and shop equipment join Chief’s full line of frame racks, computerized measuring systems, vehicle anchoring and specification data.
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief to reveal new product line at Automechanika Chicago

    March 30, 2015
    In addition to the frame racks, computerized measuring systems, vehicle anchoring and specification data that collision repair shops rely on every day, Chief will introduce a ...
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    Body Shop and Repair

    Universal Structural Holding (USH) Clamp System

    March 20, 2015
    Chief Automotive Technologies’ Universal Structural Holding (USH) Clamp System lets shops upgrade existing frame racks from a variety of manufacturers to properly repair vehicles...
    Chief Automotive Structural Holding Package - Vise Assembly Video
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief Automotive Structural Holding Package - Vise Assembly Video

    March 20, 2015
    Global Repair Product Manager Richard Perry shows how easy it is to install Chief holding parts from the Structural Holding Package.
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    Body Shop and Repair

    Structural Holding Package

    March 20, 2015
    The Structural Holding Package from Chief Automotive Technologies enables collision repair shops to use their existing frame racks to properly repair modern vehicles manufactured...
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    Tool Accessories

    Aluminum Collet Kit, No. 128-540-200

    March 20, 2015
    The Chief Automotive Technologies Aluminum Collet Kit enables shops to use its LaserLock Live Mapping system to measure collision-damaged vehicles made with aluminum, without ...
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    Training Products and Tools

    Chief University Aluminum Damage Analysis and Repair Technology

    March 20, 2015
    Chief University, the training arm of Chief Automotive Technologies, offers Aluminum Damage Analysis and Repair Technology. Driven by the growth of aluminum use in new vehicle...
    Training and Resources

    Chief University offers updated, interactive design-based repair course

    March 17, 2015
    Chief University, the training arm of Chief Automotive Technologies and Elektron, has updated its design-based repair course to cover the advanced metals and construction methods...
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    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief holding equipment upgrades existing frame racks to properly repair collision-damaged vehicles

    Dec. 22, 2014
    Chief Automotive Technologies’ Universal Structural Holding (USH) Clamp System lets shops upgrade existing frame racks from a variety of manufacturers to properly repair vehicles...
    Chief Laser Lock Upper Body Bar
    Body Shop & Repair

    Measure an entire vehicle for better repairs with the Chief LaserLock Upper Body Bar

    Aug. 6, 2014
    Chief Automotive Technologies’ newly redesigned Upper Body Bar is included with every LaserLock Live Mapping system, allowing users to measure a collision-damaged vehicle’s upper...
    Chief’s new patent-pending collet style aluminum target attachment kit enables shops to use its LaserLock live mapping system with aluminum vehicles without the risk of galvanic corrosion. The attachments are included in the Ford 2015 F-150 Collision Repair Program and as an option on all LaserLock system orders.
    Body Shop & Repair

    New Chief Collet Kit assists with measuring collision-damaged aluminum vehicles

    June 18, 2014
    The kit comes included in the Ford 2015 F-150 collision repair program.
    For the 28 consecutive year, Chief Automotive Technologies will sponsor and supply equipment for the Collision Repair Technology (CRT) Championship at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference. The conference, which features student competitions in more than 90 disciplines, will be held June 23-27 in Kansas City, Mo.
    Body Shop & Repair

    Chief supports next-generation collision repair techs through SkillsUSA sponsorship

    June 11, 2014
    Chief Automotive Technologies will sponsor the Collision Repair Technology (CRT) Championship at the SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference this summer.