Lean Manufacturing in Automotive

Whatever you’re doing, waste is always something you want to avoid. LEDs were designed to reduce the waste heat produced by traditional light bulbs, and turbochargers were designed to use waste exhaust gases and turn them into more power. In this blog, we’re turning our attention to the manufacturing industry,…

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How to Mask a Ceiling for Painting

Properly masking a ceiling is a key skill for professional painters and decorators aiming to deliver pristine results for clients. Whether you’re painting a ceiling or protecting it while painting adjacent walls, careful preparation and the right tools are essential to deliver the desired finish. With JTAPE’s range of premium…

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What is Industry 4.0 & How Could it Benefit Automotive OEMs?

For over 200 years, we’ve defined eras of technology advancement by which industry stage they fall under. The invention of things like the spinning jenny and power looms allowed for faster, more efficient production of materials during the Industrial Revolution, also called Industry 1.0. The mainstream usage of electricity allowed for the…

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How to Use Trim Masking Tape

Masking tape is an essential piece of kit for any body repair shop, allowing the autobody technician to work their magic and have the previously damaged piece of bodywork looking as good as new. Masking tape isn’t a one-size-fits-all solution, however. Particular use cases require a specialist kit that not…

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7 Auto Repair KPIs for your Body Shop

Meeting deadlines, keeping customers satisfied, and checking that your processes are efficient – these are all things you should be keeping an eye on within your body shop. One of the best and easiest ways to do this is to select the auto repair KPIs most relevant to you and…

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