Category : BendPak News
Ranger Ascends Into NextGen™
September 2nd, 2010Ranger is proud to announce the release of seven NextGen™ tire changers. Through months of testing, revision, and more testing, Ranger has raised the benchmark of quality yet again.
Ranger’s new NextGen™ line of tire changers features both new models and classic model updates. We specifically designed these new NextGen™ Tire Changers to increase user productivity and efficiency.
Although we have retained many iconic design elements, the overall quality of the Tire Changers has improved dramatically. The testing and revision process included actual feedback from technicians and mechanics, which prepared the Tire Changer for strenuous real-world conditions. NextGen™ machines are badged Tire Shop Tested™, which means each model has been tested under real-world conditions in some of the busiest tire shops in Southern California.
“In-house testing is one thing, but for automotive equipment to excel under the strenuous conditions of a real shop, it needs to first prove itself out there in the real world,” said Dustin Collins, Ranger Quality Control Specialist. “These NextGen™ units are loaded with design enhancements that make the technician’s job easier. A lot of manufacturers focus on cutting costs instead of innovating. It makes me proud that we’re still trying to be pioneers in our industry.”
In today’s economy, we know it’s a little rough to keep your shop running, which is why Ranger is dedicated to improving your shop’s efficiency to give businesses a much-needed edge.
The new Tire Changer Models are packed up and are already shipping from our Santa Paula facility.
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Score a Low-Priced BendPak Lift at BMW ChapterFest
August 26th, 2010
It’s that time of year again. The BMW ChapterFest is rolling around for its third year in a row. There’s going to be Autocross, a kart course and a bunch of beautiful BMWs for you to admire. There’s also going to be a Street Survival School, detailed tech sessions and, most importantly, a DIY session featuring BendPak car lifts.
But that’s not even the best part. All of the BendPak equipment used at the DIY show will be available for discount purchase on a first-come-first-serve basis.
So for all you Bimmer enthusiasts out there, bring your buddies, kick back and have some fun for a day! You can find specifics about the event on the official ChapterFest website.
And let us know if you plan on attending!
BendPak under Attack
August 20th, 2010
About two weeks ago a truck driver backed up into a fire hydrant across the street from our headquarters. At first, it seemed like a simple accident, but here at BendPak we don’t like to assume. We like to know. So we put our team of “BendPaktectives” on the case.
It turns out, after extensive research, fingerprinting, and friendly non-torture-based interrogations, our crack team of detectives decided that it very well may have been what we never had expected—just a simple accident.
So, in celebration of our new division, we have decided to post pictures of this fire hydrant exploding. Thankfully, no automotive equipment or car lifts were hurt in the flood.
BendPak & West Coast Customs at PAACE/Automechanika
August 5th, 2010
A couple weeks ago a couple of our execs headed down to the PAACE/Automechanika show in Mexico City, Mexico’s largest and most significant automotive industry event. PAACE Automechanika Mexico continues to be Mexico’s largest and most significant automotive industry event.
Not only did we want to check out all the cool upcoming and existing automotive equipment, but our good friends at West Coast Customs Mexico (hosts of the popular Tunéame la nave) had an elaborate exhibition, complete with some of BendPak / Ranger’s all-star products
Naturally, we’ve got a nice set of cell phone pics for your enjoyment. Check out the adventures of Jeff Kritzer and David Ramirez on the BendPak Flickr page for the complete set!
The Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide: Car Lift Conclusions
July 29th, 2010
We’ve come to the end of our car lift guide journey. This last chapter is a rundown of all the car lift buying tips and tricks we’ve already discussed, but it’s the quick version so you can print it out, fold it up and put it in your car lift-buying notebook. You do have one of those by now, don’t you?
Okay then, final tip. Get a notebook where you can keep your questions and answers in one semi-organized place.
Go ahead and read the Car Lift Conclusions chapter now. If you only read one chapter of the BendPak Best Car Lift Guide, make sure it’s this one!
That’s it. Thanks for reading. If you have any questions or suggestions, we’re here to listen.
Just leave us a comment below, send us an e-mail , call us up at 1-800-253-2363, direct message us on Twitter, get with us on Facebook, yell, “BendPak” if we’re in the same room…try sending psychic signals if you’re out in the desert…
Garage Mahal Motorcycle Garage Behind The Scenes
July 26th, 2010
Last week we were invited out to take some pictures of an upcoming Garage Mahal episode that featured some great Ranger garage equipment.
The last time we had a chance to do something with Garage Mahal, we had to travel all the way to Detroit. So when we heard that the DIY Network show was going to be filming in Moorpark, CA (practically our backyard compared to Michigan), we grabbed a camera and husseled over.
You won’t find any car lifts in this set of pictures–this time around it was Ranger’s turn to steal the show with the RML-600 Motorcycle Lift and the RTB-13DC Toolbox Combo .
The couple who owned the soon-to-be-overhauled garage were proud motorcycle enthusiasts as well as avid golfers. The creative guys at Garage Mahal figured out how to combine the two, but we can’t ruin the surprise yet. We can, however, give you a set of behind-the-scenes photos to look at while you wait for this episode of Garage Mahal.
Make sure to check the website for local dates and times!
The Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide: Final Tips
July 22nd, 2010
Another Thursday. Another new chapter in the BendPak Best Car Lift Guide!
We’re getting down to the wire here with this week’s chapter, entitled Final Car Lift Tips. Not every gem of advice fit into one of the previous chapters, so consider this your miscellaneous list of useful insider info.
Don’t worry; it’s a pretty short list. But the little reminders within will save you a lot of hassles down the road, and maybe even score you a better price for your dream lift.
Next week we’ll finish everything off with a conclusion and some parting thoughts that you can take with you straight to your preferred lift dealer.
The Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide: The Right Price
July 15th, 2010
It’s Thursday and a new chapter in our ongoing Car Lift Buyer’s Guide is already up and running. This week’s topic is near and dear to all our wallets: car lift pricing.
Car lift prices can really run the gamut depending on what capacity and style you’re after, so it’s important to know the lay of the land before venturing out.
Obviously we couldn’t tell you exactly what the price of each lift is because we simply don’t know. However, this chapter is designed to give you excellent ballpark figures for the various styles and weight capacities. Use this chapter of the guide to easily figure out who is genuinely competing for your business and who is just way off the mark.
Keep in mind, however, that you should also be suspicious of prices that are simply too low. This guide will also prepare you to spot those deals that are too good to be true.
Finally, this week’s car lift guide chapter wraps up with some general guidelines about automotive lift warranties.
Hang in there, we’ve only got two more chapters to go until the car lift consumer’s guide is complete. Until then, make sure to check out this week’s chapter about the price of car lifts.
The Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide: Finding The Right Car Lift Dealer And Manufacturer
July 8th, 2010
Is it Thursday already? It must be time for another chapter in our ongoing Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide.
In this week’s chapter, we’re giving you a straightforward list of traits that good car lift manufacturers and dealers all possess. A great car lift buying experience is much more than just getting the best price. Your car lift dealer or manufacturer should be an essential resource for car lift knowledge, your go-to guy for basic support issues and, most importantly, treat you with respect and honesty. And after-sales support should be on the top of your must-haves list when considering who to purchase from. Without proper service and maintenance, your brand new car lift will age must quicker than it should.
So who can you trust? How can you tell? We’re here to help. Check out our car lift dealers and manufacturers chapter now.
The Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide: Safe is ALI Certified
July 1st, 2010
Another Thursday is upon us, BendPak Fans. As promised, we have a fresh new chapter in our ongoing Best Car Lift Buyer’s Guide.
Today’s chapter fills you in on the importance of ALI certification and the role that the Automotive Lift Institute plays in making car lifts safer for everyone. As we discussed last week, there’s no single safety feature that will work for all car lifts. The Automotive Lift Institute ensures that not only are the safety features sound, but also that the car lift itself works exactly as advertised. In fact, many of the car lift safety features that we went over last week were pioneered by ALI members.
When you’re working with something as critical as a car lift, it’s important to have someone on your side. ALI is the consumer watchdog group that represents the customer’s best interests in order to protect them and their employees from potentially dangerous situations.
The ALI seal of approval is the absolute quickest and easiest way to immediately determine if a car lift is safe to work with and worth your money. ALI membership is completely voluntary, so it’s also a good indicator of which car lift manufacturers are looking to make the best product and which car lift manufacturers are just trying to make a buck.
Find out more about the safety services the ALI provides to car lift consumers and manufacturers alike, and then head over to the ALI website to see if the car lift you’re considering made the cut.
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