NACE 2007 Conference Program Announced
The 25th annual International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) has announced that the 2007 Conference Program will deliver a comprehensive compilation of sessions, speakers and topics – addressing the needs of today’s collision repair professional. NACE 2007 will be held Oct. 31-Nov. 3, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. The educational conference will run from Oct. 31-Nov. 3 (Wednesday-Saturday) and the exposition will take place Nov. 1-3 (Thursday-Saturday).
Umicore Acquires Delphi’s Automotive Catalyst Business for $55.6 Million
Specialty materials group Umicore said it has agreed to acquire Delphi Corp’s automotive catalyst business for $55.6 million. Delphi will ask the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for permission for the sale because the company has been in Chapter 11 since October 2005. Under U.S. bankruptcy law, the unit must be put up for a competitive bidding auction. Umicore said it expects the auction to take place toward the end of July, and, if its bid succeeds, a deal should be concluded soon after.
ITW Successfully Completes Click Commerce Tender Offer
Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) has successfully completed its cash tender offer to purchase all outstanding shares of common stock of Click Commerce. Click Commerce is a provider of on-demand supply chain management solutions. The company works with clients such as Alaska Airlines, BASF, Citibank, Delphi, Eastman Kodak Company, Jabil Global Services, Lockheed Martin, Microsoft, Pier 1, Ryder and Verizon to coordinate and optimize business processes, accelerate revenue, lower costs and improve customer service.
Last Call for NABC PRIDE Nominations
RICHMOND, VA — The National Auto Body Council (NABC) has announced the last call for nominations for the 2006 PRIDE Awards, which recognize industry professionals that exhibit the type of bravery, generosity, genius and passion that exemplify the National Auto Body Council’s mission to improve the image of the collision repair industry. Over the past
PBES to Host First-Ever Jobber Town Hall During NACE
The Paint, Body & Equipment Specialists (PBES) will hold its first-ever Town Hall breakfast during the International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, Friday, Nov. 3 in Las Vegas.
Don McGrath Named Eaton Vice President, Communications
Diversified industrial manufacturer Eaton Corp. has named Donald McGrath vice president, communications. McGrath joined the company in mid-January and leads Eaton’s internal, external, digital and brand communications. McGrath joins Eaton from BASF North America, where he had been vice president, corporate communications since 2002. He was previously vice president, global communications for Rockwell Automation and before that was director, corporate communications for Textron.
CCAR Announces 2005-06 Board of Directors
The Coordinating Committee For Automotive Repair (CCAR) has announced the members of its board of directors and executive committee for 2005-06.
Collision Industry Foundation to Hold Industry Bus Fundraiser
The Collision Industry is joining together to buy a specially- equipped bus for long-term benefactor Camp-Mak-A-Dream. The vehicle will be on display at NACE 2005.
New Color Management System Aims to Boost Productivity of Paint Shops
BASF’s Web-enabled SmartTrak II inventory and color management system is now available as a multi-language tool, enabling paint technicians around the world to track costs, manage their inventories and access BASF’s global color formulas.
Five Major Paint Companies Show Support of NACE
The International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) announced this week five major paint companies will be at NACE 2005 and will demonstrate their support of the annual trade show by sponsoring special events, event transportation and several conference sessions. The five companies include: Akzo Nobel, BASF, DuPont Performance Coatings, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corp. and Valspar.