May 2019

34 AFTERMARKET MAY 2019 AUTOMECHANIKA BIRMINGHAM 2019 www.aftermarketonline.net CarForce dongle can communicate with a workshop and provide telematics data from which the driver can be contacted and made aware of potential issues such as low tyre pressure, the need to change the oil or battery, or to refill the AdBlue, for example. “The multifunctional glasses on the other hand, allow technicians – with the aid of an HGS app and the camera integrated into the smart glasses – to take a picture, film a video or scan a QR Code. They can then search the internet or discuss details with an expert in the company’s Technical Call Centre to resolve the issue. In addition, due to their bi-directional capability, the HGS support team can both receive and send data to the technician. “With all these features, there is literally something for everyone, so we look forward to welcoming visitors to Stand R160, located on the visitor highway in Hall 19, for a unique taste of HELLA’s OE competence and technical know-how.” ACtronics ACtronics will be heading back for its third year in a row at Automechanika Birmingham. They will be found on Stand Z168 in Hall 18, next to the Workshop Training Hub. Their stand will certainly be one you will want to see. You will be able to see instrument clusters and throttle bodies working as they would be on a vehicle, but with a difference; they will be responding to music played on the stand. ACtronics’ Kevin Barnbrook says: “You will find a wide variety of units we can test and remanufacture on display, alongside members of customer service on hand to help with any queries.” He adds: “ACtronics will also be sponsoring the Workshop Training Hub, where our COO Thijs Jasink will be giving technical talks.” MAHLE Aftermarket MAHLE Aftermarket is returning to Automechanika Birmingham also, and will be providing a forum for its MAHLE Brainbee brand. MAHLE will be exhibiting the TechPRO ADAS machine, alongside the ATX180 Fluid Pro. Product demonstrations of its range of filters, air compressors, turbochargers, thermostats and workshop equipment will be taking place. MAHLE’s range of Victor Reinz sealing products will also be on display. There will also be the chance for new Instagram followers to win prizes in a giveaway on the stand. Jonathan Walker, General Manager Aftermarket UK and Ireland, MAHLE, said: “We’re thoroughly relishing a return to Automechanika Birmingham. It presents the ideal opportunity to communicate with the aftermarket and listen to customer requirements, enabling us to develop our broad range of aftermarket solutions. Through our distributor partners, we’re looking forward to engaging with garages directly and demonstrate the benefits of our full product range, backed up by market leading technical support.” MAHLE Aftermarket will be on Stand T144. Walk this way to see the latest tech