Lanxess claims “record time” certification for Lipetsk Rhein Chemie site
In mid-2013, Lanxess’ Rhein Chemie Additives business unit opened a new facility in the Lipetsk Industrial Park, around 300 miles southeast of Moscow. Although the plant has produced polymer-bound rubber additives for almost two years now, Lanxess states “it was clear” that “lasting commercial success” with tyre and rubber industry customers in Russia wouldn’t be feasible unless the facility achieved the appropriate ISO certification, and therefore it set about obtaining this at the start of last year.
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Goodyear Dunlop UK names Sprigmore retail director
Craig Sprigmore has been appointed retail director for Goodyear Dunlop UK & Ireland and assumes responsibility for the company’s franchise and retail operations. Goodyear Dunlop operates the UK’s only hard franchised, fast fit retail network, HiQ. The network, with 125 franchised locations and 200 plus additional fleet partners, represents one of the largest fast fit operations in the UK. It offers both tyres and SMR for consumers as well as tailored fleet management capabilities.
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Hunter Revolution ‘eradicates’ TPMS sensor damage – Pro-Align
Damage to tyre pressure monitoring system sensors caused during the tyre removal and refit process can be an expensive problem, but a UK garage equipment supplier believes the Hunter Revolution can prevent this unfortunate side effect from occurring. Pro-Align launched the new (almost) fully automated tyre changer from Hunter last year – Tyres & Accessories was able to preview the machine as it went on sale – and the system’s process actively works to prevent sensor damage. The Revolution also allows tyres to be changed effortlessly in exactly the same way every time, requiring the same amount of time regardless of tyre size or type. As well as helping workshops avoid damage to customers’ TPMS sensors, the machine can also improve workshop efficiency and effectiveness, Pro-Align adds.
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Wolfsburg footballers ‘appear’ on Linglong’s anniversary stand
This year Linglong Tire marks its 40th anniversary. To this end, the company’s Autopromotec 2015 stand carried suitably celebratory messages, not to mention the “appearance” of two top-flight footballers. As “Top Partner” to German Bundesliga VfL Wolfsburg, Linglong Tire displayed the life-size full-body photos of Wolfsburg stars Kevin De Bruyne and Bas Dost for visitors to take pictures next to. Linglong Tire also hosted a football shooting game during the exhibition, which was reportedly “warmly welcomed” by visitors.
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MasterCARE pre-emptive care package debuts at ATS Euromaster
ATS Euromaster has launched a new pre-emptive tyre service package for cars, 4x4s, vans, trucks, trailers, buses and coaches. At the heart of this MasterCARE package are scheduled, electronically managed tyre inspections that aim to minimise the risk of tyre failure and prevent vehicle downtime through a range of pre-emptive tyre safety checks.
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CAM appoints technical delivery consultant
CAM has appointed Dan Holton as technical delivery consultant, continuing its growth in 2015. Holton will facilitate and support the provision of systems into customers to meet designated KPIs, CAM said. He has 10 years’ experience in IT systems and analyst roles, delivering support to improve processes for organisations such as the NHS, BAE Systems and Pandi.
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New catalogue for WAIglobal UK’s extended wiper motor range
WAIglobal UK has launched a new catalogue to detail its expanding wiper motors range and its expertise in taking three different OEM technologies to create one aftermarket part, meaning additional benefits for distributors and installers.
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Brake Engineering adds braking components for Nissan, Mercedes, Suzuki and more
Following up its brake disc range expansion last month, Brake Engineering has introduced a number of new product additions across its entire braking range of calipers, cylinders, discs and hoses.
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Motor Codes announces UK’s most trusted garages
Motor Codes, the government-approved garage scheme, has revealed the UKs 11 most trusted garages, as voted by customers of its 8,000-strong garage network.
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UK automotive sector launches online vehicle recall search tool
The UK automotive sector, led by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and Motor Codes, has launched a new consumer-facing web portal to enable motorists to identify if their vehicle is on a safety recall list. Customers will also be directed to their nearest dealer so that any necessary remedial work can be carried out as quickly as possible.
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