INNOVATIVE PRODUCTS
2022 AUSTRALIAN AUTO AFTERMARKET INNOVATION AWARDS AAAA Most Innovative New Aftermarket Product – Tools and Equipment The competition for AAAA Most Innovative New Aftermarket Product – Tools and Equipment award was exceptionally close with ten entries in total from eight AAAA members. In this issue, we take a look at the entrants who vied for this award including Autel Intelligent Technology Corporation’s winning MaxiSys IA900WA. For more information about the Australian Auto Aftermarket Awards, please visit www.aftermarketawards.com.au
Autel Intelligent Technology Corporation, MaxiSys IA900WA - WINNER The new IA900WA can be used to calibrate ADAS sensors and cameras, and also to perform wheel alignments. It comes with all the necessary software to perform both tasks. Autel explains this versatility is all the more interesting because often, before proceeding with the calibration of ADAS equipment, the verification and correction of wheel alignment are required. As such, Autel says this process can improve maintenance shops’ efficiency and profitability. Thanks to a 24-inch touchscreen monitor, which can be simulcast from a MaxiSys Ultra, the IA900WA includes bidirectional control functionality and further, Autel explains that inside its ADAS calibration software is the industry’s fastest and most accurate frame placement. For more information, www.autel.com
Autel Intelligent Technology Corporation, MaxiSys Ultra The MaxiSys Ultra is Autel’s most ambitious diagnostics tablet, designed to maximise technician intelligence. It features a 12.9-inch touchscreen tablet with Android 7.0 OS powered by an octa-core processor (2.3GHz Quad + 1.7GHz Quad), and 256GB built-in memory, all powering the new splitscreen multi-application navigation to provide diagnostic guidance and test components to confirm vehicle repairs. Combined with dynamic topology module mapping, enhanced Autoscan features, and Intelligent Diagnostics options, the Ultra offers technicians step-by-step repair guidance. The new MaxiFlash VCMI functions as a four-channel oscilloscope, waveform generator, multimeter, and CAN BUS tester, and the convenient docking station both charges and houses the Ultra. For more information, visit www.autel.com
Three Point Classic, The Elevated Creeper Three Point Classic says The Elevated Creeper is a technician must have which will revolutionise your ability to work from the top side of the engine compartment. It says it is the perfect solution for any technician or tradesman working in hard-to-reach spaces or awkward spaces and has a generously padded support deck fixed to a high-grade, adjustable mount with attached ladder. It is available in two options – standard, or a convenient portable foldaway model; features industrial strength bearings and whisper-quiet wheels; while the tough, durable construction supports up to 158kg. Ergonomic controls create flexible and adaptable operation while the padding protects both the vehicle paintwork and provides added comfort. For more information, visit www.threepointclassic.com
WERP International Pty Ltd, The WERP (AKA The Wheel Edge Ring Protector) The patent pending WERP is said to be the world’s first wheel edge ring protector tool. This first of its kind device took over four years to design and develop. It is a metal ring that works in conjunction with a durable rubber band that allows The WERP to be securely latched on to the wheel to protect the wheel edge during tyre removal and installation. WERP International says the design means no slipping, no scratching, no denting; and regardless of the profile of the tyre, the risk of damage to the wheel rim is now almost zero – saving shops thousands per year in wheel repairs. For more information, visit www.thewerp.com.au 70
Australian Automotive Aftermarket Magazine July 2022
