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In The Shop: Understanding Side Impact Airbags

October 14, 2019 By Nadeem Muaddi

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Check out the November 2019 issue of The Shop magazine to read "Understanding Side Impact Airbags" — a MUST READ article for every automotive trimmer. … [Read more...] about In The Shop: Understanding Side Impact Airbags

Read This Before Sewing Airbag Seams

May 7, 2019 By Joseph Pavich

The Hog Ring - Side Impact Airbag Seams

One of the most heated debates in the auto upholstery industry is whether or not shops should repair seats equipped with side impact airbags (SIAB). … [Read more...] about Read This Before Sewing Airbag Seams

Tips from Brent Parker Motor Trimming

April 6, 2017 By Naseem Muaddi

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Successful auto trimmers are always looking for new and innovative ways to improve their craft. One of the best ways to do that is by asking a master — like Brent Parker of Brent Parker Motor Trimming — for tips and advice. In 2015, Brent wrote an article for The Hog Ring outlining some of his favorite tips and tricks. Two years on, it's still one of our most popular … [Read more...] about Tips from Brent Parker Motor Trimming

10 Tips to Take Trimming to the Next Level

February 23, 2015 By Brent Parker Motor Trimming

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Over the last couple of years, trimmers have begun reaching out to me with questions on how to improve the quality of their work. While I’m happy to help, I don’t always have the time to answer right away or provide them with a thorough response. Therefore, I’ve decided to write an article for The Hog Ring sharing 10 tips on how to take your work to the next level. … [Read more...] about 10 Tips to Take Trimming to the Next Level

Making the Most of SEMA 2013

November 11, 2013 By Fred Mattson

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In a word – WOW! I must have walked at least 30 miles in the four days that I attended the SEMA expo. If you’ve never attended the expo before, let me take you through the process of how to get the most out of it. … [Read more...] about Making the Most of SEMA 2013

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