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Plastic Repair Training Partnership Launched by Eco Repair Systems and FMG Repair Services across its network

November 22, 2023 1:53 pm Comments Off

Eco Repair Systems, a leading supplier of repair equipment for the vehicle body repair industry, is pleased to announce a new training partnership with FMG Repair Services, one of the leading and largest comprehensive automotive repairers in the UK, with 65 repair sites nationwide. The partnership will see Eco Repair Systems supply its latest plastic repair equipment to the FMG Repair Services bodyshop group and for use in its dedicated IMI Approved technical training centre. The training centre will provide plastic repair training to the FMG Repair Services network and externally to Bodyshops in the industry who purchase equipment from Eco Repair Systems.

The training partnership is designed to meet the growing demand for skilled plastic repair technicians and is a commitment to improving the skills and knowledge in plastic repair to deliver consistently high standards at speed, without compromising on quality, which will ultimately benefit all parties in the repair chain.

By providing technicians with the training they need to repair plastic components, Eco Repair Systems and FMG Repair Bodyshops are helping to reduce the amount of plastic waste that ends up in landfills, with the philosophy ‘repair more, replace less’

Commenting on the partnership, Eco Repair Systems Director, Clive Ferris said: “We are delighted to partner with FMG Repair Services to deliver this new training programme. With this programme, FMGRS are leading the way for quick and efficient plastic repair over its network, and we are confident that our partnership will help to meet the growing demand for skilled plastic repair technicians.”

FMG Repair Services UK Optimisation Manager, Matthew Robinson added: “We are excited to partner with Eco Repair Systems to offer our bodyshops access to the latest plastic repair equipment. Eco Repair Systems body repair equipment is trusted by professionals for its reliability, performance, and innovation and we have no doubt that our partnership will grow and help us to continue to provide the highest quality repair methodology with the requisite training programmes to support.”

About Eco Repair Systems
Eco Repair Systems is the UK’s leading supplier of high-quality body repair equipment, trusted by professionals for its reliability, performance, and innovation. About FMG Repair Services

About FMG Repair Services
FMG Repair Services is the leading and largest, comprehensive automotive repairer in the UK, with over 60 Repair Centres nationwide, Mobile Repair, Glass Repair and Replacement service. FMG Repair Services boasts one of the broadest ranges of repair solutions and services in the industry today.

We’ve agreed a partership with ECA Business Energy

March 28, 2022 11:32 am Comments Off

We are excited to announce the formation of a partnership with ECA Business Energy.

Through the agreement, we are both committing to recommend each other’s services in supporting repair businesses with professional consultancy, advice and top-quality equipment to help them succeed in the rapidly-changing vehicle repair environment.

Our MD Trevor Ferris can be seen (right of picture) shaking hands with ECA’s Steve Silverwood at the recent Fix Auto Conference.

As you’ll know, we at Eco bring a wealth of experience for the supply of specialist equipment for non-structural repairs of steel, aluminium and plastic vehicle components. This is backed up by top-quality training to ensure repairers maximise the use of the technology and see a rapid return on their investment.

ECA has 35 years’ energy and carbon consultancy experience across all sectors. Working with 450 repairers, the organisation has delivered more than £4 million in savings via its energy procurement, bill validation, energy reduction and compliance services. In addition, more than 80 repairers have now committed to becoming carbon neutral in partnership with ECA.

We believe our ecological repair technology perfectly supports ECA’s efforts to helping businesses become carbon neutral in accordance with PAS2060. The combined expertise and experience of both organisations will be an attractive proposition for repairers who take their carbon neutral and ultimately net zero strategy seriously and who want a quality service from trusted, professional suppliers.

They know we will be there to assist at every stage of their journey to carbon neutral. What’s more, they can be sure we helping them gain the maximum business benefits from their commitment.

From our point of view, it’s a simple but attractive proposition for any repair business. We can help you repair more and replace less. Not only is this what more and more work providers and customers now demand; it will also shrink your carbon footprint, reduce your operating expenses and boost your profitability.

Say a safe ‘goodbye’ to lockdowns – with a 25% saving on Eco’s HYGIENE portable sanitising system

May 7, 2021 3:32 pm Comments Off

Eco Repair Systems is playing its part to help keep repair business premises and customer vehicles safe. As a way of supporting repairers during the gradual release of COVID-19 restrictions, the specialist supplier is offering its portable HYGIENE unit for sale at a 25% discount until 31 May 2021.

This means repairers can purchase a system for £374 (plus VAT) instead of £499.

The HYGIENE system works by atomising a disinfectant on surfaces. Using a medical-grade air compressor, HYGIENE sprays the disinfectant where it’s needed and in the right concentration.

It’s ideal for use in reception areas and waiting rooms, as well as in office environments, on office equipment and on all areas of customer vehicles.

Eco managing director Trevor Ferris commented: “Along with every business, Eco is hoping that the Prime Minister’s road map out of lockdown restrictions will continue as scheduled. We understand the need to support each other and work together, so that repair teams will be safe – and customers will once again feel confident about bringing their vehicles in for repairs.

“Regular and effective sanitising and disinfecting techniques to limit the spread of the coronavirus are now vital across all areas of a business: the workshop environment, customer vehicles and the ‘goods in’ department are three areas where a thorough and frequent sanitisation is so important.”

Click here to purchase your Hygiene system at this special discount

Or call us on 07834 620464 to find out more

PDR means profit when it comes to the T-HotBox

March 23, 2021 3:30 pm Comments Off

If you’re keen to boost the profitability of your workshop, check out what you can achieve when using our class-leading paintless dent removal equipment.

Let’s face it, most vehicles that come into a bodyshop have additional small dents, most of which could be dealt with using our highly capable T-HotBox PDR system.

No repair workshop should be without T-Hotbox. It’s simple to use and high effective on the reduction and removal of dents, without the need for any painting or refinishing.

Your technician gets to choose the power level and the duration of heat application – anything from 20% right up to full power, and from half a second right through to four seconds. This means precise control over heat delivery and no risk of damaging the paint.

Add a powerful hand-held or portable PDR Light and some great training videos and you’re well on your way to a good source of profit.

Your technicians will be well aware of what PDR can do – as well as what it can’t do. But why not take advantage of the opportunities. Talk to us today about our T-HotBox range, and check out our latest rental deals.

Nitrogen is key to cleaner, greener plastic welding

February 23, 2021 1:32 pm Comments Off

We have just published a short podcast episode setting out the environmental and economic benefits of using nitrogen when repairing plastic.

In the short video, Eco managing director Trevor Ferris sets out the problems caused by the presence of oxygen during a welding operation, and puts forward the benefits of using hot nitrogen.

Why use nitrogen?

Using traditional heat guns causes the plastic to burn, leading to the creation of toxic fumes and compromising the integrity of the finished weld.

Introducing our nitrogen welding system allows a technician to eliminate all the oxygen from around the site of a weld, using the nitrogen as a shielding gas. This means the plastic cannot burn and there are no potentially harmful contaminants created.

It also means a much purer, stronger weld with no oxidisation.

Repair techniques required for Eco’s Plastic Fusion technology are simple and quick to learn. Access to Eco’s bespoke online training course is included in the price of any purchase or rental of the equipment.

Technicians will swiftly be able to undertake a wide range of consistently top quality plastic repairs on bumpers, wheel arch liners, headlamps, wing mirror housings and other plastic parts.

For more information on our plastic fusion system click here.

Our new video highlights Speedline glue-pulling system

February 10, 2021 1:58 am Comments Off

A new video from Eco Repair Systems is now available, demonstrating the effectiveness of its brand new Speedline glue puller technology.

The video, lasting less than five minutes, follows a technician through a repair using the Speedline system, from the first steps of marking out the damage, right through to glue application, pulling the damaged area and knocking down any remaining high spots.

Glue pull plays a vital role in any repair workshop, allowing technicians to remove dents from the outside of vehicles by applying specially-formulated hot glue to a series of plastic tabs. These tabs are then applied to the damaged area, where once cool they can be pulled away from the panel with a mini-lifter or slide hammer to move the damaged area out.

Trevor Ferris, managing director of Eco Repair Systems, said: “The key advantage of this kind of repair technique is that it preserves most if not all of a vehicle panel’s original finish, therefore requiring little or no paint or filler.

“The integrity of any panel rust protection and coatings applied by the manufacturer is maintained, and the only additional work is likely to be in knocking down any highspots and applying minimal amounts of filler, primer and paint.

“Speedline is fast, flexible and strong, whether you have a small or more significant dent to pull out.

“For a simple repair, simply glue on the pull-knobs, then let them cool and ease them up with the Speedline mini-lifter. Complete the job by knocking down in the usual way.

“When you’re looking to reduce larger areas of damage, you can also obtain excellent results from Speedline, particularly when you use it in combination with some of Eco’s other panel repair tools and techniques.”

How to do your bit to save plastic waste, and boost profit at the same time!

February 3, 2021 12:56 pm Comments Off

Repairing plastic is not only the right thing to do, it’s a key profit opportunity for your business

As plastic content on vehicles increases and pressure grows in every sector to reduce the amount of plastic thrown away, to it makes sound business sense to invest in the right repair process and equipment.

Properly embracing plastic repair represents a great opportunity for repairers to sell more labour hours and increase gross profit. But to do it well, you need to understand how repairable plastic is and ensure your technicians are confident with the various repair methods available.

Eco managing director Trevor Ferris points out that plastic content on vehicles has increased a lot in recent years, and continues to increase.

“The opportunity to repair more is significant especially when you think that parts make up 65 per cent of an average repair invoice.

We know that some repairers have been put off by the inconsistent quality of plastic repairs, which can lead to costly re-works. But identifying the particular plastic to be repaired, and focusing on the correct repair process, minimises the risk of re-works.

Of course it’s important to follow manufacturer-approved methods, but almost all plastic is repairable to its original standard, as long as the correct repair process is used for the type of plastic being repaired.”

When repairing, did you know there are two types of plastic to consider?

There are two sorts of plastic to consider: thermoset and thermoplastic. They have a different composition and behave in different ways during the repair process, but by matching the repair material to the substrate material, differences in expansion and contraction rates between the two, particularly in the oven, are reduced or eliminated. This ensures a lasting, high-quality repair.

Compare a bumper from a modern car with its counterpart a decade or older. Today’s bumpers contain a line-up of ADAS sensors and gadgetry, meaning any repair has to be very precise to ensure there is no risk of compromising the effectiveness of any built-in safety technology.

Lane assist and pedestrian detection are just two of the common systems that are now being packed into the vehicle’s bumpers. That’s one of the primary reasons why it’s critical not to increase the thickness of the substrate around the area of the repair, and why metal staples should only be used to stabilise a repair.

As a rule, staples should always be removed before refinishing, to avoid the risk of interfering with system sensors.

Advances in plastic repair technology, including Plastic Fusion Welding System, ensure strong plastic repairs, using nitrogen to increase the integrity and strength of any weld. Plastic Fusion repair techniques are relatively simple and quick to learn, and technicians will swiftly be able to undertake a wide range of consistently top quality plastic repairs on bumpers, wheel arch liners, headlamps, wing mirror housings and other plastic parts.

To see our full range of plastic repair equipment click here.

Rent the HYGIENE system from Eco Repair Systems and sanitise any work environment in just a few minutes

January 27, 2021 6:18 pm Comments Off

Available now to buy or rent
Any units ordered before the end of February include a five-litre supply of disinfectant for free enough to sanitise 25 cars.
Easily portable weighing just 10kg

Click here to watch a video of the HYGIENE at work

Keeping customers and team members safe during the Covid-19 pandemic is a priority for all businesses

HYGIENE works by atomising a disinfectant on surfaces. Using a medical-grade air compressor, HYGIENE sprays the disinfectant where it’s needed and in the right concentration.

It’s ideal for use in reception areas and waiting rooms, as well as in office environments, on office equipment and on all areas of customer vehicles.

Eco managing director Trevor Ferris commented: “All repair businesses want to keep their team members and customers safe during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. That’s why regular and effective sanitising and disinfecting techniques to limit the spread of the coronavirus have become so important across all areas of a business.

“It’s not just in the workshop environment and customer vehicles that the highest standards of cleanliness need to be maintained. Think about parts and other items arriving on a daily basis… repairers really have no control over these, so it’s vital to ensure they are included in a thorough sanitisation programme.”

Rental of a HYGIENE unit from Eco costs £83 per month* or the unit can be purchased at a price of £499+VAT

*based on a minimum three-month rental agreement.

To find out more email [email protected] or call 07834 620464 / 07866 961766

Take it steady with those panel repairs

January 24, 2021 1:04 am Comments Off

Eco’s Innopuller, provided as part of its Flatliner and Slimliner panel systems, is the ideal tool to provide controlled and precise repairing of damaged metal. This is because exact pulling heights can be set and adjusted easily with the turn of a single screw. Innopuller can also be used for more serious damage as well as for precise finishing work to minimise the need for filler.

Trevor Ferris, managing director of Eco Repair Systems, said: “Every technician values the opportunity to complete panel repairs without the need to spend time on lengthy strip and refit routines.

“Innopuller helps achieve this, and in most cases avoids the time and mess involved in rubbing down filler for paint.”

A brand new comprehensive online training programme is now included in the purchase price of both the Flatliner and Slimliner systems. Please contact a member of the Eco sales team ([email protected]) for more details.

Make the most of your PDR investment

January 12, 2021 11:51 am Comments Off

Anyone seeking to boost the profitability of their workshop this year should look closely at the opportunities offered by good paintless dent removal (PDR) equipment, according to Eco Repair Systems.

The majority of vehicles that come into a bodyshop for repair have additional small dents, most of which could be dealt with using an effective PDR system such as Eco’s T-HotBox, alongside a good hand-held or portable PDR Light.

This allows repairers the opportunity to offer their customers a cost-effective option to reduce or remove them.

“T-HotBox offers a simple yet highly effective process for profitable reduction and removal of small dents, without the need for any painting or refinishing,” explains Eco managing director Trevor Ferris.

“We believe any experienced PDR technicians will quickly appreciate what T-HotBox can do and how to get the most from it. They will also understand its limitations.

“For example, its primary purpose is to assist in the reduction or removal of dents, particularly if they are small or soft. On the other hand, it will not remove sharp dents and it won’t correct stretched metal, even on very small areas.”

Ensuring optimum levels of lighting is a vital part of the PDR process, in particular during the initial and final inspections. Eco’s range of cordless and plug-in reflective lamps are designed to be easily adjustable and to give wide and continuous light bands, while using only small amounts of electricity.

Eco’s tips for best PDR lighting

There are three main aspects to consider when setting up a light for damage analysis. This is one of the main problem areas for anyone new to this type of repair method.
Don’t place the light too close to the panel you’re inspecting. Make sure the light sits so that no part of a dent is in shadow. Towards the end of a repair, move the light further away as this will better show the general area and any imperfections.
Always make sure the light is parallel to the surface you’re repairing.
Change the light angle after you have completed most of a repair. This is because the dent can’t be seen completely from one side.

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