Aftermarket July/August 2023

JULY/AUGUST 2023 AFTERMARKET 43 that can measure and adjust even the most advanced headlight systems, quickly and efficiently.” On the ADAS offering, Julian added: “The CSC-Tool, in common with the easily transported CSC-Mobile solution, in conjunction with a Hella Gutmann mega macs diagnostic device, has a proven track record in the UK, Ireland and throughout Europe. The CSC-Tool Digital is the company’s latest calibration offering, which does everything the other CSC tools do, but faster and more efficiently. It also has some additional benefits to offer, such as there is no need for the large-format front camera targets.” For more information, visit: www.hella-gutmann.co.uk Ahead of the curve Speaking of ADAS, Launch Tech UK recently unveiled ADAS PRO+ and ADAS Mobile, its new ADAS calibration equipment. Dave Richards, Managing Director of Launch Tech UK, said: “Launch Tech’s new ADAS PRO+ and ADAS Mobile tools are high-precision professional ADAS calibration tools enabling static calibration processes and delivered with all necessary target boards. The latest product launches will help workshops and vehicle repairers stay ahead of the curve as ADAS demands further advances in calibration technology.” Dave added: “Launch Tech’s ADAS calibration product range sits alongside a wide range of high-end vehicle diagnostic equipment, for both the workshop professional and enthusiast.” For more information, visit: www.launchtech.co.uk Innovation Looking towards other types of garage equipment, Steve Prince, Managing Director at Pichler Tools UK said: “We’ve built the business steadily over many years. The quality of the products is exceptionally high and there’s lots of innovation to get new products to market quickly. What we’re trying to get better at is letting garages know what’s available.” Popular tools according to the company include their 3.9kW Pichler Tools Workshop 300 Heat Inductor, along with the NOx and Particulate Sensor Service kit. “Pichler’s fastselling kit achieves dual benefits of saving time and avoiding damage when removing sensors from the exhaust system,” observed Steve. Then there is the hydraulic spring compressor, an item that long-term customer Lindleys Autocentres has at each one of its sites. Director Alex Lindley said: “Coil spring compression is the scariest job we do in the garage, but technicians trust the safety features within the Pichler system.” www.aftermarketonline.net Steve Prince added: “We first built our reputation on injector and glow plug removal kits, but the range just grows all the time and we actually have thousands of products available now.” For more information, visit: www.pichler-tools.uk Specialised Meanwhile, AJD Tools has doubled the size of its range over the last seven months, with the most recent range expansion including Power Probe circuit testing tools. Commenting on the growth of the brand, Phillip Dowd, Sales Director at Randstad, distributor of AJD Tools, said: “The complexity of the modern vehicle parc means that garages must invest to support the mobility of millions of motorists. AJD Tools is responding to this increased demand by bringing specialist tools to market in the most affordable way. Having specialised tools means that garages can offer a wider service offering, therefore maximising profitability and future-proofing the company against changes in the vehicle technology landscape.” For more information, visit:www.ajdtools.co.uk/shop/ Straightforward Sometimes it’s not just about the equipment, it is how it is curated that counts. Commenting on how the Ecobat Battery ONE BOX package can help garages make the most of the battery opportunity, Product Manager Andy Waite said: “In 2019, after researching the market, Ecobat Battery discovered that nationally 43% of workshops turned away Stop/Start battery replacement work due to either being unsure of the process, which meant they were losing out on the revenue it offers, estimated at £185 per installation at that time. “Ecobat Battery addressed the problem head-on and introduced the ONE BOX, a solution that consolidated all the equipment needed to test and install Stop/Start batteries into a single package. The components brought together in the ONE BOX bundle include an EBT780 battery analyser, an EBC8UK battery charger and OBD lead to support the vehicle’s ECU/data storage during the replacement process and an EBT420 battery validation tool to ensure the new AGM/EFB battery is correctly assimilated into the vehicle’s battery management system.” Andy added: “Ecobat’s ONE BOX opens the way for workshops that might still be turning Stop/Start battery replacement work away and allows them to access the business and increase their profits, with a straightforward, practical and inexpensive solution.” For more information, visit: https://ecobat.com/ourbusiness/ecobat-battery/ Below: Launch Tech UK recently launched ADAS PRO+ and ADAS Mobile, its new ADAS calibration equipment Right: 2x1 EV Adaptor from Cascos

RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MjQ0NzM=