DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.,
Nov. 19, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Chief Collision Technology,
formerly known as Chief Automotive Technology and part of VSG and
Dover (NYSE: DOV), announced a partnership with Burke Porter Group
to create Mosaic advanced diagnostic technology (ADT), the
industry's first-ever automated advanced driver-assistance systems
(ADAS) calibration system. By 2022, the majority of all new
vehicles on the market will have ADAS systems, such as automatic
emergency braking, lane departure and blind spot
monitoring, and Mosaic ADT will
help customers navigate the complex future of collision repair.
"We want technicians to have the confidence to make accurate and
error-free ADAS recalibrations through comprehensive understanding
of new vehicle technologies," said Lee
Daugherty, vice president of global collision sales for
Chief Collision Technology. "As
ADAS technology on vehicles is constantly changing, it was
important for us when designing this product to partner with
someone like the Burke Porter Group, which has spent the last 30
years developing this same technology that OEMs use for end-of-line
calibrations."
Mosaic ADT's state-of-the-art software uses the OEM repair
procedures to accurately and efficiently guide technicians through
the calibration process ensuring that the most up-to-date
information is used. Unlike other aftermarket systems that rely on
centering, squaring and positioning targets by manually using tape
measures, plumb bobs and chalk lines, Mosaic ADT does it
automatically. It also verifies that the correct target is placed
in front of the vehicle by sensing which target is hung and
validating it against the OEM repair procedure. That means no
manual measurements or adjustments are required, reducing the risk
of human error. This is a key factor in improving the accuracy of
calibration, lowers the risk of liability and greatly reduces the
set-up time.
"Our strategic alliance with Chief combines their pre-eminent
position in the aftermarket collision and repair industry with our
advanced engineering and manufacturing expertise in OEM ADAS
calibration systems," said David
DeBoer, CEO of Burke Porter Group. "Together, we are
addressing a significant unmet need for safe and reliable
calibrations as ADAS systems continue to quickly penetrate the
market. Mosaic ADT offers a cost-effective aftermarket solution
using factory developed calibration technology to place vehicles on
the road safely."
Today's vehicles are increasingly complex, requiring technicians
with the technological expertise and training necessary to make
ADAS repairs.
"When ADAS systems are damaged, recalibration is a critical part
of the repair process," added Daugherty. "That is why we require
each technician using Mosaic ADT to go through specialized training
and certification in order to operate the system because it is
imperative for technicians to understand how to properly repair,
recalibrate and test a vehicle before sending it back out on the
road."
A technician drives the vehicle in front of the Mosaic ADT
system and plugs into the ODBII port of the vehicle. The scan tool
analyzes the vehicle and tells the technician if there are any
major faults and which ADAS features are present.
Once the technician determines the necessary calibrations, the
Mosaic ADT system will take them through the OEM repair procedures
and identify the appropriate calibration target (which is verified
by an RFID chip) for the vehicle. The system then centers and
squares itself to the vehicle automatically, eliminating potential
human error. This automation gives the shop enhanced liability
protection and cuts the calibration set-up time drastically. Once
positioned correctly, and OEM procedures are followed, an
ASE-certified technician remotely connects to perform the
calibration using an OEM scan tool.
Finally, the Mosaic ADT system captures and records the full
calibration process and repair history of the vehicle to document
that the OEM repair procedure was followed correctly. This report
can be provided to the customer and is also stored electronically
for future reference.
To learn more about Mosaic ADT, visit chieftechnology.com/mosaic for product specifications, photos and a
demo video.
About Chief Collision Technology:
Chief is a collision repair technology company that gives modern
body shops the tools, technology and training they need to perform
accurate repairs. Chief offers innovative technology solutions that
help shops identify, diagnose and repair the damage, and document
that the vehicle was returned to the original manufacturer's
specifications. Chief offers everything shops need for today's
modern structural repair. For more information visit
chieftechnology.com.
About Burke Porter Group:
Burke Porter Group (BPG) and its colleagues are committed to
serving industrial transformation through the multiple industry
segments including Transportation and Test, Advanced Manufacturing
and Life Sciences. We are committed to the highest quality products
and global customer service, and continue to seek new ways to help
our customers meet the demands of continuous change. We are people
and machines that think: Advancing the MachineTM.
About Dover:
Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenue
of approximately $7 billion. We
deliver innovative equipment and components, specialty systems,
consumable supplies, software and digital solutions, and support
services through five operating segments: Engineered Products,
Fueling Solutions, Imaging & Identification, Pumps &
Process Solutions and Refrigeration & Food Equipment. Dover
combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets
we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 60
years, our team of approximately 24,000 employees takes an
ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's
possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove,
Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under
"DOV." Additional information is available at
dovercorporation.com.
Vehicle Service Group Contact:
David Fischmer, Director of
Marketing
(812) 265-9543
dfischmer@vsgdover.com
Dover Media Contact:
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications
(630) 743-5039
asakowicz@dovercorp.com
Dover Investor Contact:
Andrey Galiuk, VP, Corporate Development and Investor
Relations
(630) 743-5131
agaliuk@dovercorp.com
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