Category : Auto Industry News
BendPak Receives 2010 Progressive Manufacturing Award
February 11th, 2010
Managing Automation Media (the same folks who interviewed our very own Sina Moatamed last October) just announced their list of Top 100 Progressive Manufacturing Companies for 2010…and BendPak is on it!
It’s an incredible honor to be recognized by the industry as a progressive manufacturing leader. BendPak has long been known as the manufacturer of the world’s best car lifts and automotive service garage equipment, but it’s especially encouraging to also be acknowledged for tight-knit, collective operational excellence in the way that BendPak conducts its internal business processes.
BendPak’s overall commitment to high-quality products, world-class service and unrivaled support is only surpassed by our commitment to our customers. They are the primary source of motivation for everything that we’ve done in providing a consistently outstanding purchasing, product and service experience, especially against the backdrop of the current world-wide economic crisis.
As we proudly take our place alongside such industry giants as Cisco, Pepsi, Northrop Grumman, L’Oréal, IBM, Siemens and Xerox Corp., we want to assure you that we are not ready to rest just yet. Watch us closely for more positive changes in the near future as we continue to plan our goals with one unwavering focus: customer satisfaction and loyalty.
To everyone at Managing Automation Media, thank you very much for this honor.
The Top 10 Things You Need To Know Before Buying A Lift
December 14th, 2009
It’s no fun spending a small bundle of moolah on what should be one of the best purchases of your life, only to be let down by the reality of an underpowered auto lift or a disreputable automotive equipment company. Here at BendPak, we hate it when we hear about fellow auto-enthusiasts getting burned by a bad deal. That’s why we devised the following checklist to help you avoid an unfavorable fate and get the car lift of your dreams.
But please, keep in mind that this is just a place to start. The first and final step will always be research. Be an informed consumer, not a victim.
Season’s Savings from BendPak / Ranger
December 11th, 2009It’s not too late to stuff your stocking with the gifts you really want this year. Contact us today to take advantage of these merry promotions! We’re offering fantastic holiday discounts* on the products below through December 31st.
Discounted BendPak Products:
Discounted Ranger Garage Equipment:
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Tire Changers- R26EX |
Wheel Service Savings!Save an additional 5% when you purchase the new Ranger DST-1200 Wheel Balancer and a Ranger Tire Changer from the list on the left at the same time. |
Brake Lathes- RL-8500 |
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Trans Jacks |
Motorcycle Lifts |
Oil Filter Crushers |
*Pricing and participation may vary. Contact your local distributor or call 800-253-2363 to be put in touch with a dealer in your area.
Detroit Bros. Featured in New Discovery Channel Series
December 9th, 2009
Prepare to have something BIG to look forward to later this month. Dave and James Kaye of Detroit Bros. Custom Cycles are being featured in a new Discovery Channel series called Motor City Motors, to premiere December 28th. The original series focuses on some of the most memorable, challenging and innovative builds ever witnessed on the small screen.
Dave and James Kaye started Detroit Bros. Custom Cycles in 2002 and built a name for themselves with cutting-edge, quality metalworking. However, due to the economic downturn, sales haven’t been quite what they were half a decade ago—a situation that a lot of the US can sympathize with. So they’re going to try their luck in front of the camera and bring some much needed attention back to their hometown of Detroit.
From the producer of such Discovery Channel hits as Deadliest Catch and Pitchmen, the first season of Motor City Motors is comprised of 13 hour-long episodes. This is as real as it gets. The majority of the series takes place inside a leaky, rusty warehouse in south Detroit—NOT a sound stage in Hollywood, California.
All of us at BendPak / Ranger can’t wait to tune in. It’s exactly what the doctor ordered to drive away the post-holiday blues.
Jay Leno’s Garage Opens Doors, Jalopnik Gets Tour
December 8th, 2009
By now, we’re sure it’s pretty obvious that we have a deep, abiding affection for Jay Leno. Aside from being a great entertainer, the man has a vast collection of drool-worthy vehicles that he not only drives and admires, but he also puts his own hands to work on. Truly, Jay Leno is one of the last remaining real car guys left in tinsel town. And it also doesn’t hurt that he’s a big fan of BendPak car lifts.
So when we saw that auto-blog Jalopnik got to take the grand tour inside of Jay Leno’s Big Dog Garage, we were pretty jealous. But since they were kind enough to make their treasure trove of pictures from within those hallowed halls available to everyone via the internet, we chose to forgive them.
Check out the 4-post BendPak auto lift in picture #36!
Auto Lift Inspection and Protection from BendPak
December 3rd, 2009
Even though BendPak auto lifts are some of the most maintenance-free pieces of heavy-duty garage equipment ever devised by human minds, you’re still going to want to take care of them so they stay at peak efficiency. Naturally, your BendPak lift is in the best hands when it’s in the same hands that made it–ours! Introducing the new BendPak Lift Inspection Program for all BendPak car lift customers.
BendPak on-site expert technicians come to your location to inspect, maintain, repair and make recommendations based on your lift’s condition. Then, they’ll provide you with all the comprehensive paperwork necessary to protect you and your shop from potential OSHA imposed penalties or frivolous lawsuits.
You already specialize in giving cars a tune-up. Now it’s time to let the pros at BendPak give your lift a tune-up. Shield your employees, yourself and your business from unnecessary risk.
Click here for all the details on BendPak’s new Lift Inspection Program and how it can help you.
The Customer Service That Sets BendPak / Ranger Apart
November 30th, 2009
Most of the world knows BendPak for our exceptional automotive equipment and particularly advanced car lifts. However, one consequence of having superior products is that few of our customers ever get to experience our Certified Service Program™ support center.
Don’t get us wrong, this isn’t a bad thing. We love that all our BendPak / Ranger products have a reputation for hassle-free longevity. But we’ve got this award-winning customer support and only a few of our customers are even aware it exists! Here are just some of the free services you receive the moment you purchase a new BendPak / Ranger product, just in case you ever need us to make something right:
- A customer care center, fully staffed by account reps and technical gurus.
- Our highly-efficient logistics support chain and dispatch network.
- A worldwide fleet of on-site experts available to repair, inspect, maintain and replace your equipment.
- The “Spare in the Air” repair strategy for overnight-or-sooner part replacement.
- One number to call for all your service needs and live human support without the runaround.
So, in the unlikely event that something about your BendPak / Ranger product does not completely satisfy you or you happen to need a little technical support, don’t sweat it. Just think, you’re about to see how good customer service can be when it’s done the right way–the BendPak / Ranger way. Things are already looking up! And the next time you hear about BendPak or Ranger, you’ll think about more than just our great products.
Read all about BendPak’s Certified Service Program™ right here.
Most Ridiculous Reasons To Be Pulled Over
November 11th, 2009
Automotive enthusiasts come in many different breeds, but one thing can be said with certainty: none of us likes getting a ticket. And in these times when the US government appears to be as strapped for cash as the rest of us, your local highway patrol might be getting a little more creative with ticket-giving.
To let off a little steam on the subject, blogger Matt Hardigree over at auto-blog Jalopnik.com posed yesterday’s question of the day, “What’s the most ridiculous reason you’ve been pulled over?”
Replies range from, “The ‘85 4Runner I used to have had the left taillight faded to where it was more pink than red,” to, “55 in a 54,” and, “looking at [the officer's car] and [pulling] away quickly.”
There’s more too, both scary and hilarious. The comments are definitely worth the read for anyone who’s felt that their ticket was unjustified. Click here to see them all!
AAPEX ‘09 Notes, Day 3!
November 5th, 2009
This is it–the final hours of AAPEX ‘09. Now’s your last chance to take in all the strange and wonderful automotive sights you may have missed, or follow-up on what intrigued you the most. Until next year, that is.
We’ll be wrapping up our end of the deal with the usual tweets and pics, so make sure to check those out for up-to-date show information from the view of BendPak booth #4666.
Thanks to everyone who came out to meet with us, all our new Twitter followers and everyone who helped make this year’s AAPEX one of our best yet. We’re truly amazed at the turnout and positive feedback we’ve received. And we can’t wait to see you all again next year!
Inside AAPEX ‘09, Day 2
November 4th, 2009
The sun’s up in Las Vegas and so are we. This is day 2 of the AAPEX show and we’re bringing you more tweets and pics all day from booth #4666 and beyond.
We’ve been told that today the conversations are going to center more on our fantastic alignment equipment like alignment lifts and wheel aligners, so if you’ve got any questions about them this is a great opportunity to get the info you’ve been craving.
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