{"id":61566,"date":"2026-07-22T10:53:53","date_gmt":"2026-07-22T09:53:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autoprof-vakbeurs.nl\/is-it-worth-a-visit-heres-what-auto-prof-has-to-offer-collision-repair\/"},"modified":"2026-07-22T10:53:55","modified_gmt":"2026-07-22T09:53:55","slug":"is-it-worth-a-visit-heres-what-auto-prof-has-to-offer-collision-repair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autoprof-vakbeurs.nl\/en\/exhibitor-news\/is-it-worth-a-visit-heres-what-auto-prof-has-to-offer-collision-repair\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it worth a visit? Here\u2019s what Auto Prof has to offer collision repair"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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GORINCHEM<\/span> <\/span>\u2013 Pressure on the shop floor, rapid technological developments and a tight labour market: vehicle repairers must, more than ever, work efficiently, to a high standard and in a future-proof manner. At the Auto Prof Trade Fair<\/span> <\/span>, car collision repair is therefore very much the focus. On a single exhibition floor, visitors will find suppliers, practical demonstrations, knowledge sessions and opportunities to meet industry peers<\/span>, <\/span>with the Skills <\/span>Heroes<\/span> as an added attraction<\/span>Powered-By<\/span> finals for Car Painting and Car Collision Repair. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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The Collision repair<\/span>centre: <\/span>from diagnosis to completion<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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The Schadeherstelplein is a logical starting point for collisoion repairers who want to see and compare a lot in a short space of time. This is all about modern car collision repair: from diagnosis and preparation to spraying, finishing and selecting the right materials and equipment. <\/span>B<\/ span>visitors <\/span>can <\/span>discuss matters with various suppliers and specialists, including <\/span>quick-repair<\/span> solutions, diagnostic procedures, paints and coatings, sanding and finishing materials, <\/span>PPE<\/span> and workshop optimisation with finishing equipment and <\/span>spray booths.<\/span>In short<\/span>: one <\/span>venue<\/span> where, in a short space of time, you can gather plenty of ideas, suppliers and practical knowledge to work faster, better and <\/span>future-proof<\/span> damage. <\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Knowledge <\/span>for today and tomorrow<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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As well as hands-on experience on the exhibition floor, Auto Prof offers a comprehensive knowledge programme within the Autoschadeherstel Academy knowledge hub. Here, bodywork repair experts share insights on current topics and future developments. Investing in knowledge, development and tooling is essential if you want to remain future-proof and seize opportunities in a market that is constantly evolving. The programme includes, amongst other things:<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

AI in practice: how Solera is making car body repair smarter and more efficient (Solera): <\/span><\/b>The sector is under pressure: a heavy workload, not enough staff. Discover how AI can help improve efficiency, speed and quality in the repair process. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

The workshop of tomorrow (Innovam): <\/span><\/b>What vehicle technologies are on the horizon and what does that mean for your workshop? Robots, AI and new knowledge are playing an increasingly important role. Practical examples show you where vehicle repair is heading and how you can prepare.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Boost the intake and retention of vocational training talent (Autoschadeherstel Academy): <\/span><\/b>How can you retain young talent in your company for longer? From recruitment to immediate employability, and how to continue investing after MBO-3. Become a partner in shaping the future.<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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ARIA \u2013 <\/span>Jeder<\/span> <\/span>Reparaturen<\/span> Es <\/span>\u00dcberall<\/span><\/span><\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ein besonderer Blickfang f\u00fcr die Branche ist ARIA \u2013 Anyone Repairs It Anywhere, das nachhaltige Elektro-Stadtfahrzeug des Studententeams TU\/ecomotive. Dank eines intelligenten Designs ist das Fahrzeug l\u00e4nger einsetzbar und l\u00e4sst sich einfacher und kosteng\u00fcnstiger warten. Das Konzept zielt auf Reparierbarkeit ab, wodurch Nutzer bei kleineren Eingriffen weniger von Herstellern abh\u00e4ngig sind. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Mit diesem Konzept wollen die Studierenden die Automobilindustrie inspirieren und europ\u00e4ische Entscheidungstr\u00e4ger herausfordern. Interessant f\u00fcr alle, die einen Blick in die Zukunft werfen m\u00f6chten, was die Reparierbarkeit und die Auswirkungen des \u201eRight to Repair\u201c auf die Schadensbehebung angeht. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t

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Aria at auto prof 2026:<\/p>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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M\u00f6chten Sie mehr \u00fcber ARIA erfahren oder das Studententeam der TU\/ecomotive kennenlernen?
Besuchen Sie sie am Stand D34<\/strong>!<\/em><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Leermeesterplein: Investition in neue Fachkompetenzen<\/span><\/span> <\/span><\/h5>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Ein starkes Team entsteht nicht von selbst. Um Unternehmen bei der Ausbildung und Bindung von Mitarbeitern zu unterst\u00fctzen, gibt es den \u201eLeermeesterplein\u201c, der von OOC, OOMT und S-BB betrieben wird. Besucher erhalten praktische Anleitungen f\u00fcr die Organisation von Ausbildungspl\u00e4tzen und die Betreuung am Arbeitsplatz, um das Beste aus dem praxisorientierten Lernen herauszuholen. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Es gibt unter anderem Workshops wie \u201eWie wird man ein anerkannter Ausbildungsbetrieb?\u201c, \u201eS-BB: Partner von Praxisausbildern f\u00fcr erfolgreiches praxisorientiertes Lernen und berufliche Weiterentwicklung\u201c und \u201eGenerationsunterschiede und die richtige Betreuung Ihrer Auszubildenden!\u201c. <\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Auto Prof <\/strong>takes place on 27, 28 and 29 January <\/strong>at Evenementenhal Gorinchem<\/strong>. The trade fair is open daily from 3.00 pm to 10.00 pm and is entirely focused on the professional automotive aftermarket. Further information, lists of exhibitors and programme updates can be found at: www.autoprof-vakbeurs.nl<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t

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