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DuPont Performance Coatings Partners with The Body Shop @ for Future Lean Curriculum Development
Through this new relationship, DuPont will be given access to The Body Shop @’s proven Star-Link Collision Repair System, a Kaizen centered “lean” business model that was developed by John Sweigart and Brad Sullivan over the past 12 years.
Industry Mourns the Loss of Icon Earl Fouts, Founder of Earl’s Plumbing
Fouts recognized the need for supply continuity to the racing market and pioneered the Earl’s brand range of hoses and fittings that are still used today. In doing so, he created the racing aftermarket plumbing industry.
Takit Introduces Bob Mylenek, New Customer Service Manager
Takit, formerly IFW, says its business has grown over the past few years, and customer service stands paramount as the company increases its sales.
The Week in Review (Aug. 23-27, 2010)
The Week in Review offers a snapshot of the most highly read stories of the week as seen on aftermarketNews. To access the complete stories, simply click on the highlighted links. If you missed reading one of our daily news emails, just click on the link that says “News Archives” at the bottom of the page to begin catching up on the latest industry news.
Discounted AAPEX Hotel Rates Available Until Aug. 31
Available discounts on hotels range from 10 to 30 percent. AAPEX organizers also have negotiated the elimination of resort fees at most hotels resulting in additional savings of up to $20 per night.
Celette and Elektron Donate $20,000 Welder to I-CAR Education Foundation School Makeover Winner
Steel Center Area Vocational Technical School, the I-CAR Education Foundation’s 2009 Ultimate Collision Education Makeover school grant winner, will receive an Elektron MI-100 welder with accessories.
Industry Mourns Loss of Jim Considine Jr.
“My dad’s love of family and friends was inspiring,” said Jim Considine III. “His attitude and zest for life was unquestionable as he always thought of others before himself.”
Jim John Named Director of Automotive Program Development and Recruiting at Northwood University
John was formerly chair of Northwood’s aftermarket management program.
New Series of Videos from Stoptech Tackles Common Aftermarket Brake Questions
The videos are designed to assist consumers in making informed purchase decisions as well as help retailers, installers, distributors and sales forces direct consumers to the right type of brake solutions for their particular vehicles and driving situations.