Two Becoming One: Celette acquires Wedge Clamp, will now offer floor system product line
Toronto, Ontario — In a deal bringing together two collision repair powerhouses, Celette announced Friday that it has acquired Wedge Clamp Systems and will begin selling the company’s popular line of floor systems. Celette said in its press release that “Wedge Clamp Systems has delivered a variety of innovative products to the market that are […]
Robbox names new CEO
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario – February 12, 2019 — Robotic tool company Robbox has appointed Rodica Matei as chief executive officer. Rodica brings more than 22 years of experience in purchasing, logistics and management in the manufacturing field, highlighted by a proven record of business development and profitability. In her most recent role as COO […]
Wedge Clamp hires full-time Technical Sales Manager
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — February 4, 2019 — Wedge Clamp has hired Emilio Perez as its first full-time U.S. Technical Sales Manager. Perez, who is a certified collision repair technician, has used the Wedge Clamp system for over 15 years and has worked for the company as a part-time agent and trainer. In his […]
Wedge Clamp System’s NitroWeld
By CRM staff Toronto, Ontario — January 29, 2019 — According to Wedge Clamp Systems, their NitroWeld super-heated nitrogen gas will save users time and money with repairing plastic components in seconds. The super-heat nitrogen gas melts and bonds broken bumper skins, headlight tabs or plastic radiators with a repair that cools and dries in […]
Wedge Clamp names new VP
By CRM Staff Toronto, Ontario — December 28, 2018 — Wedge Clamp has appointed Mark Greenberg to the position of vice president. Greenberg brings with him a wealth of industry knowledge, including a Red Seal autobody repair certification, extensive real estate experience, and years of head office management. “I’m very excited about the opportunities for Wedge […]
Scanning the industry at CCIF 2018: electronic 3-D frame measuring information session
By James Kerr Toronto, Ontario — January 25, 2018 — CCIF encourages you to take measure of the collision repair industry. As the first workshop of CCIF Toronto 2018, technology experts from across the industry demonstrated the principals and importance of electronic 3-D frame measuring during the repair process. “First, why do we have to […]
NitroHeat to sell directly to customers
By Tom Davis Peterborough, Ontario — October 5, 2017 — NitroHeat has announced a new strategy to supply its products directly to customers. A statement from the company says the program will provide a “significant financial benefit” to the end user of its nitrogen spray painting product line. Products will now be sold directly its customers at […]
Color Compass University hosts presentations by Wedge Clamp and Toyota in advance of CCIF Edmonton
By Erin McLaughlin Edmonton, Alberta — September 28, 2017 — Industry stakeholders in town early for the next meeting of the Canadian Collision Industry Forum (CCIF) had a chance to catch special presentations hosted at Color Company University, the supplier’s training centre in Edmonton. First, John Martinolich and Rodica Matei of Wedge Clamp showcased various […]
Ryan Evans takes NitroHeat for a spin
By Mike Davey Richmond, British Columbia — October 11, 2016 — It looks like the NitroHeat system has another convert. This time it’s high-profile celebrity painter Ryan Evans of the TV show “Counting Cars.” According to NitroHeat’s designer, Derek Naidoo, the system combines heat and low-pressure nitrogen to deliver a smoother, faster-drying and more economical […]
Wedge Clamp named exclusive distributor for NitroHeat
Richmond, British Columbia — May 25, 2016 — Wedge Clamp Systems has reached an agreement with NitroHeat for the exclusive distribution rights of NitroHeat products in North America. Wedge Clamp will also be guaranteed exclusive distribution rights for NitroHeat products in China and The Netherlands, two territories it serves already. NitroHeat was started by mechanical engineer […]
