Mechanex Sandown 22 Newsletter

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Register for free at www.mechanex.info The regional Tradeshow for aUTo rePair Professionals PROFESSIONAL MOTOR MECHANIC MECHANEX SANDOWN PARK l 8TH & 9TH NOVEMBER 2022 THE HANDS-ON TRADESHOW FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS LIVE DEMOS OF NEW PRODUCTS AND TECH ● 1000’S OF SHOW DEALS ● FREE CPD SEMINARS ● FREE ENTRY ● FREE PARKING FREE PMM T-SHIRT ● FREE BACON ROLL

ABSOLUTE ALIGNMENT

Absolute Alignment is a leading UK distributor of wheel alignment equipment for car and commercial applications. The Aldershot-based outfit offers new opportunities for forward-thinking workshops, having redesigned and now launching the Absolute Alignment exclusive Bluetooth Lite wheel aligner.

COOLING EDGE

Cooling Edge supplies high quality air conditioning service equipment, diagnostic tools, consumables and technical training courses to the automotive and commercial industries. The range of equipment includes the CTR Kheos Plus and Kristal Base air conditioning service stations.

As part of the company’s technical training programme, it offers the City and Guilds F Gas licence with onsite training.

ALLDATA

ALLDATA Repair® is the industry’s #1 automotive repair software. It puts the latest, original OEM repair information right at your fingertips, covering more than 85,000 unique vehicle combinations – 95% of all vehicles on the road today. Includes TSBs, DTCs, and more than 3 million technical drawings and wiring diagrams.

CLICK MECHANIC

The team from ClickMechanic will be on hand to chat about the innovative technology behind the real-time

DIAGNOSTIC CONNECTIONS

Diagnostic Connections is one of the UK’s largest independent suppliers of diagnostics, ADAS, Hubitools and PicoScope. On show will be equipment from some of the world’s largest diagnostics makers, including Autocom, Topdon, Pico, Ravaglioli, and many more.

GLOFORCE

New from GloForce is a special range of work and machine lights, which have magnetic goosenecks and clamped goosenecks with a variety of lengths, enabling users to get light, right where they need it. They are extremely bright, dimmable and battery operated, so cordless and mobile, with run times of over 7 hours per charge.

quoting system and how mechanics are using these features to grow their business in a digital-first world. Mechanics will have the opportunity to sign up to ClickMechanic on the spot at the stand.

AUTOWAVE

Autowave is one of the leading auto locksmith equipment and supplies distributors in the UK, exclusively distributing for OBDStar, BossComm, ACDP, XTool, CGDI, Lonsdor and Auto-XT. It offers a wide range of auto locksmithing equipment from programming devices and key cutting machines to aftermarket and genuine remotes.

DCR

DCR will be attending Mechanex 2022. Products in its range include the DCR-Pro, which has been designed so it can be used as a mobile and static solution for your business. Its small footprint and quiet nature make it ideal for your refinishing of diamond cut alloy wheel needs.

GROUPTYRE

Grouptyre stocks a huge range of over 1.3m tyres with 455 delivery vans operating from 42 locations. Visit the team at the stand to see how Grouptyre can help you develop your business, with its business support, industry leading tools and market leading delivery service.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

IMPACT DIAGNOSTICS/AUTEL

Working closely with Autel UK Impact Diagnostics will again be exhibiting the latest range of diagnostic products from Autel, including the latest EV Products. On the stand will be vehicle chargers from IntelliEV, Autocom Diagnostics, N2 Neuron multimeters and specialist tools from AJD, Welzh Werkzeug and much more!

ISN EUROPE

ISN Europe will be showcasing and demonstrating a range of Atlas Platinum tyre changing, wheel balancing and wheel alignment equipment. The company is also actively seeking distributors around the UK and would welcome a discussion with anyone who’s interested in learning more about this opportunity.

JLM UK

Too many DPFs are being unnecessarily damaged due to forced regens or misuse of additives which costs the motorist money and drives business away from the independent aftermarket. Kalimex, the UK distributors for JLM Lubricants, the professional additives specialists, are promoting a new campaign to help professional mechanics learn more about DPF problems and how to solve them.

MERLIN DIESEL

Merlin Diesel are authorised distributors for Delphi Technologies, Bosch, Denso, Perkins, Continental, DISA, Stanadyne, Yanmar, Hartridge, Robiel, and VDO. Its product range covers automotive, plant, industrial, rail, and marine applications. The company also manufactures its own range of Diesel fuel injection test equipment and its machines are serviced worldwide.

IVOR SEARLE

Ivor Searle offers an extensive range of quality engines, cylinder heads, gearboxes and turbochargers which covers over 90% of the UK’s car and LCV parc. Costing up to 40% less than brand-new, Ivor Searle’s major units are remanufactured to OEM standards to ensure reliability and performance.

LAUNCH TECH UK

Launch Tech UK is committed to offering a full range of high-quality vehicle diagnostics, including the Euro Tab III, the PRO 5 Link, and the X431 Euro Mini, the CRP range of premium code readers and DPF guns. Price competitively, the range comes with software updates, warranty and technical support.

MAM SOFTWARE

MAM Software will be showcasing the latest version of TeamView, the paperless job card and technician’s activity add-on for Autowork Online. Recent updates to TeamView include an intuitive Electronic vehicle health check (eVHC) the modern electric format to perform vehicle health checks for tablets and smartphones. Visit the stand to find out more.

LIQUI MOLY

With around 4,000 items, LIQUI MOLY offers a broad range of automotive products, including motor oils, additives, car care products and chemically based technical solutions for automotive applications. Visit the team on the stand to learn about these innovations and more.

MOTUL

Motul is a name that is familiar to motorsport devotees and motorcyclists the world over, but the brand has been lubricating machines since long before the invention of the motor car. Today the brand is going stronger than ever and is now aiming to make a significant mark in the UK aftermarket and garage sector.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

NGK SPARK PLUGS

Ignition and sensor specialist NGK Spark Plugs will be focusing on its recently introduced EGR valves range at Mechanex 2022 on stand B2. The launch in March this year saw 45 references being released with the valves being the equivalent to their original equipment (OE) counterparts.

ROAD RUNNER

From roadside rescue and workshop repairs to second-hand sales, Road Runner understands all areas of the motor trade and knows there’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to insurance. The Road Runner team be bringing their vast knowledge of all things motor trade insurance to Mechanex, PLUS they will also be giving you the chance to win an amazing Lego McLaren F1 car!

TOPDON UK

TOPDON UK supports its customers through its own UK product support line. Founded in 2018 TOPDON quickly gathered the attention of automotive experts, DIY gearheads, and trained technicians to provide users with a premium service. The company focuses on chasing higher accuracy, more efficiency, and creating cutting-edge technology solutions for its customers.

OPUS IVS

Opus IVS helps independent workshops repair the most complex vehicles fast with diagnostics, programming and live repair guidance from OE brand-specific master technicians. The company offers a variety of diagnostic products and remote services used in over 50,000 repair facilities around the world.

ROTRONICS

Rotronics provides high-quality battery management technology and is the UK partner for Midtronics and CTEK, specialising in battery management solutions. To explore opportunities that offer the right solutions, they place a premium on quality and long-term problemsolving.

PICO TECHNOLOGY

With the latest 4425A PicoScope, Pico Technology has once again pushed the world of Diagnostics forward. Visit the stand to find out more about the PicoBNC+® probe connectivity, the latest PicoScope 7 software, and how PicoScope will help you diagnose the low-carbon vehicles of the future.

SHAFTEC

Shaftec, one of the leading transmission, steering and braking suppliers to the UK aftermarket, will be attending Mechanex at Sandown. Products available from stock includes Driveshafts, CV joints, CV Boot Kits, Propshafts, Brake Calipers, Steering Racks, Steering Rack Gaiters, Steering Pumps and Electric Steering.

TURBOACTIVE

Visit Turboactive, one of the UK’s largest independent turbocharger distributors on stand A14. Take part in its turbo competition and be in with a chance to win one of 20 branded prize packs worth £40! Turboactive supplies most of the country’s largest motor factors and buying groups, also heavy duty sectors, HGV, off-highway, agricultural and marine.

VARTA

Visit the VARTA stand and speak to the team about the VARTA Partner Portal, the free-to-access online platform which includes all the tools that technicians could need for the perfect battery replacement. Also on show will be the latest EV-ready Absorbent Glass Mat (AGM) batteries available for the aftermarket, as well as views on future battery technology.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

TECHNICAL SEMINARS

This year the seminar stand will be hosted by Hayley Pells and Tom Denton. Day one will focus on the future of mobility and the challenges that cybersecurity and the shift towards electric vehicles pose to the traditional workshop. Day two will take a look at what workshops can do to promote the industry to the next generation and the important role upskilling will play in the future.

TUESDAY 8th NOVEMBER

THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY

10.30 | STEVE COLE, IGA

MAINTAINING COMPLIANCE & MOT UPDATE

The IGA’s Steve Coles gives visitors the latest updates to MOTs and discusses the importance of remaining compliant.

11.30 | MATT CLEEVELY, CLEEVELY MOTORS

RUNNING AN EV WORKSHOP

Matt outlines the challenges and benefits of taking on electric vehicles.

12.15 | NEIL PATTEMORE, UK AFCAR

THE UK AFTERMARKET IS OUT OF CONTROL –WHAT CAN YOU DO?

With changes to vehicle technology, vehicle cybersecurity and new business models to diagnose and repair vehicles all being implemented by vehicle manufacturers, where does this leave the UK Aftermarket?

13.00 | TOM DENTON, AUTOMOTIVE AUTHOR

AUTOMOTIVE CONNECTIVITY AND CYBERSECURITY

How are vehicles hacked, what are the consequences and how do we prevent it. What will the issues be for garages and technicians in relation to cybersecurity and how can we start to prepare.

14.00 | COLIN GLEGHORN, AUTOTECH TRAINING

EV TRAINING: COULD YOU BENEFIT?

Colin explains why EV training should continue to be a top priority to not only ensure workshop safety, but to open new revenue streams.

15.00 | PANEL DISCUSSION

EVs & THE FUTURE OF MOBILITY

WEDNESDAY 9th NOVEMBER

TACKLING THE SKILLS SHORTAGE

10.30 | STEVE COLE, IGA

11.30 | HAYLEY PELLS, AUTOMOTIVE AUTHOR

THE HIGH VOLTAGE PATHWAY

Discover what work to expect from electric vehicles in the independent workshop. Will it be different from working on ICE?

12.15 | GAVIN WHITE, AUTOTECH GROUP

TACKLING THE SKILLS SHORTAGE

Gavin looks at whether the aftermarket can gain, train and retrain its way to tackling the skills shortage.

13.00 | TIM BENSON, INDEPENDENT GARAGE OWNER & CONSULTANT

THE POWER OF SELECTION: STAFF RETENTION

The Power of Selection is a series of presentations that Tim has developed to help Garage Owners to think about making positive decisions to influence their business.

14.00 | CHRIS COTTERILL, IMI

IMI TECHSAFE: A COMPLETE SOLUTION

Learn about the people development needs and solutions as we move from the traditional automotive sector to a new mobility sector.

15.00 | PANEL DISCUSSION

TACKLING THE SKILLS SHORTAGE

Times, topics and speakers are subject to change. For the latest information, go to www.mechanex.info or www.pmmonline.co.uk

EXHIBITORS

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HOW TO GET THERE

Sandown Park lies 15 miles south-west of London just off the A307 very near the town centre of Esher. The best route from London is to take the A3 and follow the signs or come off the M25 at Junction 10.

For Sat Nav please use KT10 9AJ

There is extensive free parking for all visitors right by the exhibition hall.

Buy the CPX900 and receive a 12month free subscription to the ROBIS online portal.

PLUS Get £500 off any DCA8000 purchased at the stand.

Visit the Road Runner stand for a chance to win an amazing Lego McLaren F1 car!

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Absolute Alignment Alldata AutoCare Autoparts Autoquip Autowave ClickMechanic Continental Automotive Trading Cooling Edge DCR Diagnostic Connections Engine Clean Solutions GloForce Group Tyre Haynes Pro Hickleys Impact Diagnostics/Autel ISN Europe Ivor Searle JHM Butt JLM UK KAP Diagnostics.com Kent Garage Equipment Launch Tech UK Liqui Moly Lucas Oil Products MAHA MAM Software Maverick Diagnostics Merlin Diesel Systems MOTUL NGK Sparkplugs OPUS IVS Pico Technology Road Runner Rotronics Shaftec Automotive Components Superpro Thermobile Thinkcar
Turboactive Varta
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