Repair Process

Typical Collision Repair Process

Note: This is a Simplified Flow Chart Analysis / Excludes Rework, Delays, Production Bottlenecks
 

Estimate Prepared

Estimate Completion
Date Given

Owner Signs Repair Authorization

Insurance Negotiations Completed

Parts Ordered via
Fax Machine

Parts Received

Vehicle Scheduled in for Repairs Customer Notified

Vehicle Disassembled & Re-inspected

Supplement Report Written if Necessary

Supplement Approved

Additional Parts Ordered if Necessary

Scheduled Completion Date Given Customer

Structural & Body Repairs

Vehicle Set Up on Unibody Repair Equipment

New Panels Prepared & Installed

Priming, Sealing & Corrosion Protection

All Work Inspected, Initial Tests Done Ready for Paint Dept

Ready for Paint Customer Notified of Completion Date

Pressure Washed & Chemically Cleaned

Vehicle Prepped, Primed, Blocked & Sealed, Taped, Bagged, Masked, Blown Off & Placed in Down Draft Booth Oven

Vehicle Undergoes Multi-Step Refinishing Process Using Urethane System

Reassembly, Wheel Alignment, Air Conditioning, Detailing, Final Inspection & Test Drive

Repairs Complete Customer Notified with Confirmation for Delivery