Automechanika events will showcase the latest body-repair and painting trends

Jan. 1, 2020

Visitors will have the chance to see what's new at Automechanika 2006, the international trade fair for the automobile sector, in Frankfurt, Germany, September 12 to 17.

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Visitors will have the chance to see what’s new at Automechanika 2006, the international trade fair for the automobile sector, in Frankfurt, Germany, September 12 to 17. Exhibitors will be making presentations on topics such as respraying, body repairs and damage management. In addition, special shows, such as “Bodyrepair & ColorTec” and the second body and paint technology forum, will give visitors the opportunity to learn the latest in repair trends and technology.

The spectrum of products includes equipment for painting and body-repair shops, spray plants, paint-spraying methods, protective clothing, etc.

Taking part for the first time this year is the Central Association of Bodywork and Motor Vehicle Engineers (Zentralverband Karosserie- und Fahrzeugtechnik – ZKF), the German auto body engineering association. Exhibitors at the ZKF stand will be showing innovative products for accident repairs.

At the Body Repair & ColorTec 2006 special area, advanced paint-spraying students will have the chance to show what they can do. Old handicrafts techniques will also be shown on partially-restored vehicles. Also showing examples of their work will be vocational and advanced students from the Master School for Craftsmen in Kaiserslautern.

Discussions at the 2nd Body and Paint Technology Forum of the German Association for Motor Trades and Repairs (Zentralverband des deutschen Kraftfahrzeuggewerbe - ZDK) and the ZKF will revolve around innovative developments and new materials in the automobile industry. On September 16 , experts will give answers to the question, “Body repairs – what does the future hold in store?” The lecture topics include “New materials in automobile production,” “Working on hybrid vehicles” and “The impact of the phrase, repair according to manufacturer specifications'.

The Automechanika is the biggest trade fair for the automotive aftersales market. Detailed information can be found on the internet at www.automechanika.messefrankfurt.com.