Mechanex Harrogate 24 Newsletter

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Register for free at www.mechanex.info THE HANDS-ON TRADESHOW FOR AUTOMOTIVE TECHNICIANS TOP AUTOMOTIVE BRANDS ● LATEST PRODUCTS AND INNOVATIONS ● SPECIAL SHOW DISCOUNTS ● FREE CPD TECHNICAL SEMINARS ● FUTUREDRIVE ZONE ● FREE ENTRY ● FREE PARKING ● FREE PROFESSIONAL MOTOR MECHANIC T-SHIRT ● FREE BACON ROLL The regional Tradeshow for aUTo rePair Professionals PROFESSIONAL MOTOR MECHANIC MECHANEX FEATURING LIVE YEC, HARROGATE l 16TH & 17TH MAY 2024

3D GROUP

Unlock New Opportunities with 3D Group at Mechanex 2024!

Are you losing out on extra revenue? Wondering how to maximise your income? Look no further than 3D Group! Visit the team at Stand AA50 to find out how we can help your business grow!

ALLDATA

ALLDATA Repair offers an online solution with original OEM repair information for 37 vehicle brands and 118,000 vehicle combinations. It provides technicians with genuine technical data from manufacturers, covering 96% of vehicles on the road today. With factory-correct data, technicians can ensure safe, accurate repairs, including mechanical, collision, and diagnostic procedures.

AP AUTO

Discuss your air-conditioning requirements with industry expert and City & Guilds approved training centre, AP Auto, on stand DD90. CTR’s new Kheos Plus and Kristal Base charging stations will be showcased alongside Oksys machines with a £100 discount on all R134a/R1234yf units purchased at Mechanex. Deals are also available on Thinkcar’s diagnostic range.

AUTEL

The MaxiSYS Ultra represents Autel's most ambitious diagnostic tablet to date, custom-crafted for discerning automotive professionals. It boasts a capacious 12.9-inch touchscreen, utilising the Android platform for its

core operations, and is driven by a potent Octa-core processor (comprising a 2.3GHz Quad and a 1.7GHz Quad).

BILSTEIN

BILSTEIN will be highlighting its broad product portfolio of premium chassis technologies. For auto repair professionals, BILSTEIN is the one-stop shop solution for shock absorbers, springs and necessary accessories in OE quality – or better. Among the product highlights displayed are the BILSTEIN B4 shock absorbers, the BILSTEIN B4 air suspension module as well as the BILSTEIN B6 range.

DPA

The DPA brand caters for the Crash Repair market place. All products come with a 2 year warranty and many of the window regulators are STOSuperior to OE Quality.

The DPA range covers over 6,000 aftermarket parts catering for the bodyshop and crash repair market places. Product types on offer include Window Regulators, Radiator support Frames, Front Bumpers and Radiator Grilles.

EASY2RECRUIT

Easy 2 Recruit: Your trusted partner in automotive recruitment. With nearly two decades of industry expertise, we specialise in assisting UK garages and automotive businesses in sourcing top talent. From technicians to management, we understand staffing needs and are dedicated to building skilled and diverse teams.

HICKLEYS

Hickleys are experts in vehicle diagnostics and garage equipment technical services. They have an experienced sales team to ensure garages make informed decisions on equipment purchases and they also have a UK wide team of manufacturer trained garage equipment engineers to look after sale maintenance, repairs and calibrations.

ISN GARAGE ASSIST

ISN Garage Assist will be demonstrating the Balco velomount 3280 centre post tyre changer and velospin 8380P wheel balancer, with pneumatic clamping. Also, see the megamount 813 Compact tyre changer, and megaspin 420 wheel balancer from Hofmann Megaplan in action. Experts will be on hand to discuss the latest tablet operated 8CCD and 3D ‘i-Lign’ wheel alignment equipment from Balco.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

JLM

JLM Lubricants offers a comprehensive range of tradetrusted professional additives for diesel, petrol and hybrid engines. From industry-leading DPF cleaning solutions to innovative treatments for GDI and GPF issues, JLM products will add value to your business and deliver the results you need for your customers.

LIQUI MOLY

Proven on the racetrack, unleashed on the streets. With over 4,000 items from a single source, LIQUI MOLY is one of the few full-range suppliers worldwide and offers the right products for every vehicle. We supply the world’s widest and deepest range of motor oils, additives, gear oils, greases, pastes, adhesives and products for service and vehicle care. Speak to a member of the team to see how we can support you.

LUCAS OIL

Lucas Oil will be showcasing their extensive range of premium products available for use in industries such as consumer automotive, fleet, motorcycle, industrial, racing and appearance. Alongside this, supporting the understanding of the use of additives within the aftermarket and to provide cost effective solutions to customers.

MAHA

Delve into MAHA UK’s world of DVSAapproved MOT workshop equipment. On display will be its MBT 2250 Brake Tester, MLT 1000 and 3000 headlight testers, PMS 3.5 axle play detector and MCD 2000 communication display cabinet. Luke Fuller, Louis Tunmore, and James Thompson will all be on-hand to provide guidance and answer any questions.

MANN & HUMMEL

The MANN+HUMMEL stand will showcase its iconic, OE Quality filter brand MANN-FILTER, with product displays showcasing some of the latest key filters, with a discussion area to hold tech-talks and offer onthe-spot bespoke product awareness and training. WIX Filters, our quality Aftermarket brand is also represented.

MERLIN DIESEL SYSTEMS

With 75 years of experience, Merlin Diesel Systems is one of the leading aftermarket suppliers of diesel fuel injection parts. As authorised distributors for Delphi, Bosch, Denso, Perkins, Stanadyne, Hartride,

Yanmar and Continental, we hold £26m of stock for UK next day delivery. Are you ready to discover excellence?

MOBILE ECO TUNING

MET will be offering an inside in to the world of Vehicle tuning including adding tuning to your business. Expand your customer base and increase profitability with our reputable brand and marketing support. MET New range of DPF cleaning Machines innovative and industry leading technology within.

MOTRIO

MOTRIO covers 80% of the European car parc with a complete and multibrand range of spare parts designed to enhance performance, style and functionality. From full range of highperformance tyres and premium oil selection to superior quality batteries (including Asian vehicle range) and easy to use wipers that provide advanced durability and optimised cleaning.

OIL SALVAGE

Oil Salvage is the largest waste oil facility in the UK, boasting 25,000 tonnes of storage and offering nationwide waste oil and garage waste collections to meet your business needs. It currently collects your waste oil for FREE if you have over 800 litres, which includes your consignment note and all other hazardous waste paperwork at no extra cost.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

OPUS IVS

The DriveProTM Elite Kit combines the advanced features of the innovative DrivePro with our latest Remote Services VCI. This addition extends the coverage and capabilities of our RAP and Remote Services, empowering your workshop to perform tasks such as Control Unit Reprogramming, Variant Coding, and Complex OEM Diagnostic Procedures.

OSCA

OSCA’s Innovative Solutions for Automotive Workshops. Are you tired of outsourcing specialised vehicle diagnostic and programming tasks? Look no further! Join us at Stand AA50 and discover how OSCA can revolutionise your workshop’s efficiency, reduce costs, vehicle downtime and elevate your offerings. See you there!

ROTRONICS

Rotronics, the UK’s partner for both CTEK & Midtronics battery testing and charging technologies is the leading provider of battery management solutions. On show will be the the latest in 12v and EV diagnostic battery diagnostic technologies, along with live demonstrations of its industry leading ROBIS (Online battery information portal).

Visit the stand, chat to the team and find out more.

RYME

Ryme Worldwide will be exhibiting at Mechanex this year for the first time. On show will be a wide range of equipment, including headlight testers, emissions technology, and the company’s class 4 and 4/7 brake

tester cabinet and software. Also, on display will be a tyre changer and wheel balancer, as well as a demonstration of the Ryme E-Z SCAN handheld tyre tread scanner.

SKF UK

Over on the SKF stand, visitors can see the latest innovative product releases in the SKF assortment for passenger car, LCV and HD ranges. With all recent design evolutions covered with an industry leading range of wheel bearing kits, engine timing kits including water pumps and an expanded range of timing chain kits.

SOL-X

Sol-X Automotive Solutions – a leading UK based trade-only supplier of fuel treatments, lubricants and chemicals will be bringing its knowledge, expertise, and highperformance products to Harrogate. We are looking forward to speaking to garage and workshop owners about our professional DPF cleaning system, our new partnership with EEC and our new range of workshop hard parts and consumables.

TOPDON

Dedicated to becoming a one-stop automobile diagnosis solution provider, TOPDON’s service is not merely limited to the tools. What we care about the most is to support our users. Selling honestly is our core value. From Thermal Imaging to Professional Diagnostics and ADAS, come and see TOPDON UK at the Harrogate event.

TURBOACTIVE

UK’s largest independent turbocharger distributor. Officially UK distributor for the world’s leading turbocharger manufacturers, Garrett, BorgWarner, Mitsubishi, IHI, Continental and BMTS. Situated in modern facilities near Stockton on Tees, we stock over 6,000 OE new and exchange turbochargers, the largest stocks in the UK, all available for next day delivery.

VIKA-DPA

Our company has 3 brands available to assist vehicle technicians working on all VAG vehicles. All VIKA DPA Borsehung products can be purchased for direct delivery via courier. All VIKA products come with a minimum 2 year warranty. VIKA parts cover a wide variety of product areas including engine, intake and exhaust,cooling,gearbox,suspension, steering,transmission,braking,vehicl e control, electronics and electrical devices.

To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info

CPD TECHNICAL SEMINARS

PRACTICAL ADVICE FOR TECHNICIANS

PMM Live at Mechanex is designed to help you keep right up-to-date with all the latest technical developments. It reflects the business and technical excellence of the magazine in a hands-on format. The free seminar programme is packed with practical information and advice, tailored to independent garages.

All the sessions are presented by leading industry experts and explore key issues facing technicians today. They are all free to attend and take place both days of the show – Thursday 16th & Friday 17th May. All you need to do is pre-register to attend the event.

CPD ACCREDITED

To help you record and update your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) personal record, all sessions at Mechanex are now CPD accredited. All you have to do is scan a QR code at the seminar to get a free CPD certificate of attendance.

LIVE SEMINARS

10.30-11.30 - The IGA

The IGA gives visitors the latest updates to the MOT regulations.

11.30-12.30 - Alldata

Alldata supplies the independent aftermarket with original equipment repair data.

12.30-13.30 - Mike Smallbone

Aftermarket guru Mike outlines some business basics garages need to know.

13.30-14.30 - Dean Lomas

Garage owner Dean discusses some of the challenges of running a workshop in 2024.

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PROFESSIONAL MOTOR MECHANIC MECHANEX

FEATURING

LIVE

EXHIBITORS

3D Group

A1 ADAS Solutions

Absolute Alignment

AJD Tools

Alldata

AP Air

Autel

Bilstein

Delphi

Durofix

Easy 2 Recruit

Hickleys

Howden

IGA

ISN Europe

JHM Butt & Co

JLM Lubricants

KAP Diagnostics

Launch Tech

Liqui Moly

Lucas Oil

MAHA

Mann & Hummel

Merlin Diesel

Mobile Eco Tuning

Motrio

Motul

Oil Salvage

Opus IVS

OSCA

PMM

Primalec

Rotronics

Ryme UK

SKF UK

Thermobile

Thinkcar

Topdon

Universal Air Tools

VIKA DPA

DIRECTIONS

The Yorkshire Event Centre is ideally situated on the outskirts of Harrogate about a mile from the town centre. From the South, turn off the A1 at Wetherby and follow the signs for Harrogate (A661). Go straight across the roundabout and turn left at the traffic lights at Sainsbury’s into Railway Road and follow the signs for YEC.

For Sat Nav please use HG2 8QZ

There is extensive free parking right by the exhibition hall

YEC, HARROGATE l 16TH & 17TH MAY 2024 To get your free tickets visit www.mechanex.info
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