Allison RogersMore from Allison RogersCollision RepairResearch team at Georgia Tech develops new way to recycle carbon fibreccording to reports, a group of researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology may be responsible for one of the most ground-breaking discoveries relating to the collision repair industry in recent memory after it was revealed the team had developed a method to recycle almost 100 percent of the materials found in certain forms of thermoset carbon fibre composites. As reported in the US university’s Research Horizons magazine, the group discovered they were able to separate carbon fibres from the epoxy that binds and holds the metal together by soaking it in alcohol. This process slowly dissolves the epoxy and allowed the researchers to strip the carbon fibres away and reuse them.September 7, 2016Collision RepairOntario government to enforce new end-of-life vehicle site regulationsThe Ontario government has given sites that manage end-of-life vehicles (ELVs) until the end of the month to comply with new provincial regulations. Back in March, the Ontario Ministry of Environment and Climate Change ushered in changes to its registration policy for all sites that manage ELVs throughout the province. Following a five-month grace period, the ministry is starting to crack down and has given sites until September 30 to comply with the new guidelines.September 7, 2016Collision RepairImpact Auto Auctions launches enhanced online platformMississauga, Ontario -- August 23, 2016 -- Impact Auto Actions has launched a new website with a modern interface and an array of enhancements. The new site, found at impactauto.ca, also offers Impact’s buying customers access to two new tools: My Auction Center, a personalized dashboard designed to streamline the process of sourcing and purchasing salvage vehicles, and Impact AuctionNow, an online bidding platform that helps buyers optimize their time online. The company says Impact AuctionNow integrates with My Auction Center, ensuring all account activity is easily accessible.August 23, 2016Collision RepairHonda Canada calls on auto recyclers to seek out undeployed airbagsBy Mike Davey Toronto, Ontario -- August 23, 2016 -- Honda Canada is on a mission to recover undeployed Takata airbags from end-of-life vehicles (ELVs). Defective airbags manufactured by Takata have resulted in the largest automotive recall in history. Most of the major vehicle manufacturers have had to issue recalls for at least some models. But what happens if the vehicle has already entered the salvage stream?August 23, 2016RecyclingAutomotive aluminum recycling over 90 percentDetroit, Michigan -- August 10, 2016 -- New research from the Worcester Polytechnic Institute's (WPI) Center for Resource Recovery and Recycling confirms an overall recycling rate of 91 percent for automotive aluminum. The peer-reviewed study, funded by the Aluminum Association, examines how much aluminum used in the light-duty automotive sector is recovered and recycled from end-of-life vehicles. This new study supports findings from earlier third-party government and auto industry reports to confirm aluminum is the most sustainable choice for the environment.August 10, 2016Collision RepairAuto recyclers head to Malaysia for international roundtableMelaka, Malaysia -- August 3, 2016 -- Auto recyclers from around the world came to Malaysia to attend the 9th International Roundtable on Auto Recycling (IRT). The event took place at Hatten Hotel Melaka. The IRT brings together the leading international automotive recycler associations, industry players, officials, guest speakers and local auto recyclers to discuss global auto recycling issues.August 4, 2016NetworkAARDA to host annual conference in Edmonton this fallThe Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association (AARDA), will be hosting its annual convention in Edmonton this fall. Taking place at the Fantasy Land Hotel in the West Edmonton Mall on September 23 and 24, this year’s theme will focus on ‘Thriving Despite a Tough Economy’ – a direct reference to the ongoing recession facing Alberta and its residents.July 27, 2016Collision RepairCARS and MRE 2016 take over Donington Park Race CircuitDonnington Park Race Circuit, located in the heart of England, was the home of this year’s two day CARS/MRE 2016. Officially known as the ‘Complete Auto Recycling & Secondary Materials’ show, this year’s event partnered up with the Metals Recycling Event. The third event of it’s kind since 2012, I had the pleasure of attending for the second time and was equally impressed.July 25, 2016Collision RepairCopart Canada launches new Canada-specific websiteToronto, Ontario -- July 13, 2016 -- Copart Canada has announced the launch of a new website tailored to Canadian members. The new website, copart.ca, continues to use Copart's proprietary VB3 auction technology. The new site features Canadian inventory and content specifically chosen for the Canadian market.July 13, 2016Collision RepairGrants in Gear awards to support alternative fuels, air qualityToronto, Ontario -- July 13, 2016 -- The Automotive Recyclers of Canada (ARC) and Scout Environmental have announced the four winners of the Grants in Gear funding program. Grants in Gear is now in its third year. The primary goal of the program is to provide funding to projects that achieve tangible results in emissions reductions or pollution prevention in the transportation sector. Grant applications are also open to individuals or groups pursuing excellence in automotive recycling and reuse techniques.July 13, 2016Previous PagePage 35 of 43Next Page
