Research conflicts with 50% blend reduction implemented in estimating platforms. The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) published the results of it’s blend study research project conducted in August with the major North American refinish companies. According to the conclusions of this study, blending, on average, took 31.59% more time than a full refinish, rather […]
Collision Repairers Gathers for Education, Camaraderie & Fun at AASP/NJ Fall Kickoff Event
An enthusiastic crowd of collision repairers from across New Jersey assembled at Car Lofts in Fairfield on September 14 for the Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) fall kickoff meeting. In the words of Executive Director Charles Bryant, “It was great to see so many familiar faces come out to not only […]
SCRS Announces Healthcare Solutions for Members
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) today announced the availability of new health solutions exclusively for its members, with an objective of raising the standard of care for those in the collision repair industry. More information about the solution is available online. “Navigating the healthcare benefits system is a tremendous and ongoing challenge for […]
SCRS to Study Blend Refinish Times
On August 22nd, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) will begin a week-long research project in coordination with the major North American refinish companies to study the delta between the time necessary to perform a full refinish on a panel, and the time necessary to blend the panel. Blending is defined as the application […]
AASP/NJ to Host Special Meeting September 14
The Alliance of Automotive Service Providers of New Jersey’s (AASP/NJ) Fall kickoff meeting, featuring Society of Collision Repair Specialists’ (SCRS) Executive Director Aaron Schulenburg, is set for Wednesday, September 14 at 6:30 p.m. (EDT) at Car Lofts, a high-end vehicle storage facility and social club, located in Fairfield, N.J. Schulenburg intends to arm repairers with […]
SCRS Announces KECO Donation to Collision Repair Schools in Montana and Illinois
During its April 2022 Open Board Meeting, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced a collaboration with KECO Body Repair Products to gift a tool and training package to one collision industry educational institution per quarter. Schools are nominated by SCRS Affiliate Associations. The affiliates were encouraged to nominate schools in their market that […]
AkzoNobel’s Tim Ronak Joins CIECA Board
CIECA announced yesterday that Tim Ronak, senior services consultant for AkzoNobel, joined CIECA’s Board of Trustees, effective immediately. He will be representing the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS). “I’m excited to be part of the CIECA Board of Trustees and help develop and promote the next generation of industry standards,” said Ronak. “Without a […]
CIECA Announces New Members of Board of Trustee
The Collision Industry Electronic Commerce Association (CIECA) announced today that several CIECA Board of Trustees member companies named new representatives to sit on the board in 2022. “We welcome all of the new representatives to CIECA’s Board of Trustees,” said Paul Barry, CIECA’s executive director. “Their diverse backgrounds will enable them to best support CIECA’s […]
SCRS Announces OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit Session on Electric Vehicles
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced the participating subject matter experts in the OEM Collision Repair Technology Summit session on Electric Vehicles (EVs). The panel discussion will be held Thursday, November 4th during the 2021 SEMA Show from 9:00 10:30 a.m. and will feature: Jennifer Goforth – General Motors | Director – Global […]
SCRS Opposes Legislation to Limit Length of OEM Design Patents on Collision Repair Parts
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) announced it objects to the Save Money on Auto Repair Transportation (SMART) Act that was introduced in June seeking to limit vehicle manufacturer design patents for collision repair parts. According to a press release, “The small businesses we represent want to perform safe and proper repairs, that allow […]
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