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Chief Expands Presence In Ontario With New Distributor

Alu Autotech operates out of a 3,600-square-foot facility in Brampton, Ontario, that features a training center and demo area. At the facility, customers can try out new Chief collision repair equipment, including computerized measuring systems, welders and shop tools.

Chief Automotive - LogoChief Automotive Technologies, a manufacturer of high-quality collision repair products and services, has named Alu Autotech as its dedicated distributor in Ontario. Alu Autotech is a new company staffed by technical consultants with extensive knowledge of OEM-approved collision repair methods, as well as the tools and equipment required to perform those repairs.

“The Alu Autotech team is going to leverage its OEM knowledge to provide dealers, independent shops and MSOs with the products and expertise needed to return collision-damaged vehicles to manufacturer specifications,” says T.J. Schultz, northern division sales manager for Chief. “The company already has a vast customer network in Ontario, providing Chief with a greater reach than we had in the past. This will allow us to better serve our current customers, and get Chief products in front of more potential customers than ever before.”

Alu Autotech - LocationAlu Autotech operates out of a 3,600-square-foot facility in Brampton, Ontario, that features a training center and demo area. At the facility, customers can try out new Chief collision repair equipment, including computerized measuring systems, welders and shop tools.

The new distributor’s region covers all of Ontario, except the Thunder Bay area.

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