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Wheel Alignment demand could be set to increase with ISA!

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ISA (Intelligent Speed Assistance) systems partner speed sign recognition cameras with GPS speed limit data to slow down a vehicle that is travelling above the speed limit. But how is this impacting wheel alignment specialists? The introduction of sp...

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Digital ADAS calibration systems: the present and the future of diagnostic equipment!

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As ADAS continues to peak the curiosity of all, we wanted to dig a little deeper into the intricacies of our advanced system. This is the 65" TV model that is wowing audiences wherever we take it! The need for advanced specialised equipment isn't jus...

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Only 6 out of 47 non EU lifts pass without defect!

You may check the oil & grease, but when was the last time you had your vehicle lift inspected fully?A recent investigation by ‘Prosafe’, an EU market surveillance group consisting of the Market Surveillance Officers from each EU Member State, found that as little as 12.77% of import lifts from outside the EU had 0 defects. The rest had issues!The joint action, which looks into the quality of CE marking on any product that is marketed and subsequently sold in the EU started in in January 2016. Known as Joint Action JAMACH14, it was created to look at enforcing correct CE...

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Shine Bright with the best MOT Headlight Tester: 5 Steps to Correct Set Up

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Since the beginning of 2016, the regulations for headlamp testing has been altered. Due to this new change we have seen a dramatic increase in failure rates due to insufficient headlights. It is more important than ever to be accurate and professiona...

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The most comprehensive MoT Bay Install Service in the UK just got better!

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Above and beyond services FREE OF CHARGE1st year calibrations FREE OF CHARGE [Limited Offer]Call now to discuss your MOT Bay - 01480 8-9-10-11 Widely regarded as the industry-leading suppliers of MoT equipment across the UK, our specialist team assis...

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Air Conditioning Units: a service you can’t miss out on?

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With manufacturers recommending that the average vehicle air con system is serviced at least every two years, and with most modern cars coming with Air Con as standard, the demand for air con servicing has never been higher! Your competitors will be ...

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Wheel Lift Review: Manually lifting tyres could cost you more than you think!

Has anyone ever mentioned investing in a vehicle wheel lift? Maybe you've noticed as the day goes on your fitter's speed to carry out jobs decreases? Vehicle wheels are heavy and you're probably lifting them more than you realise. Are the signs not c...

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Wheel Alignment Terms: Laser vs Tracking

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Looking to enhance your garage revenue with wheel alignment? Maybe your customers are becoming wiser to alignment and searching for a more comprehensive service? Offering 4 wheel laser alignment could be the answer. Every garage is looking for n...

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The Wheel Alignment Blog | The Only Prerequisite is Training

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As alignment engineers, we often get calls from customers who have become frustrated because they are experiencing readings that they do not understand or that appear incorrect. It could be that these different reading are also re...

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Vehicle Lifts: top tips when buying a new lift!

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Having conducted numerous installs of high quality vehicle lifts for years now across the length and breadth of the UK, we understand the importance of the right vehicle lift. It can maximise space, operational efficiency, safety and the general feel...

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Brake Testers: What, How & Why!

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Hofmann Megaplan's ATL & MoT equipment division continues to provide high quality equipment and service across the UK. While a bay is often considered as 1 large investment it is many smart pieces that make it up. This week we are looking at brea...

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Case Study: SCS Tyres Co

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This install comes from the Northants and the fitters at SCS Tyres Co.  Specialists in industrial, commercial and domestic tyres covering Northamptonshire, SCS Tyres is a family run business. Its three generations of owners have racked up o...

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5 Reasons you need an Electric Wheel Lifter!

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Back problems are no joke! Neither is failure to take care of yourself or your fitters. Lifting tyres takes its toll on the body. So why do it when there is a simple, safe and affordable solution? Not only can it reduce the risk of injury but it can ...

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Two Wheel Specialist Equipment from Hofmann Megaplan

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Although we haven't really had a severely cold winter this year, the weather is definitely becoming milder; which makes for happy riding if your one of the UK's 1.23 million registered motorbike owners (2017; Statista). This makes for big business. I...

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Case Study: Elite Tyres Direct

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As always our engineers have been busy up and down the country fitting a variety of garage equipment.  Last week we completed an install for Elite Direct Tyres in Rainham. From their state of the art showroom and garage in the eas...

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MOT Bay Equipment: The Greatest Hits

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While Hofmann Megaplan's ATL & MoT equipment division continues to provide high quality equipment and service for a varying range of garage owners. However many are unaware of what equipment goes into an MOT, even though they know the profit it c...

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Case Study: C445 in Bathwick Dorchester

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A quick one this week. A recent install of a Cascos C445 Wheel Alignment Lift in Bathwick, Dorchester. The C445 is one of the most popular lifts we install from the Cascos lifting equipment machinery range. With a  4000kg Capacity &...

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Bewildered by MOT Classifications? A Beginners Guide to MOT Bay Classes

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There are a number of different pieces of equipment that make up an MOT Bay and understanding what is needed for classification can be a bit of a head spinner! Here at Hofmann Megaplan, we pride ourselves on our MoT Bay knowledge and experience, havi...

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Case Study: Ecoline 88 installed in Paris

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Hofmann Megaplan are proud to supply wheel alignment equipment not just in the UK but also across Europe! The above image shows one of our most recent installs of an Ecoline 88. This machine was installed in an accident repair centre Paris, Fran...

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One Weight Balance (OWB)

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With every garage trying to find new ways to increase the productivity of their workshops, our automotive program developers have found a solution to improving the efficiency of our most popular wheel balancers. The One Weight Balance is a revolution...

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