Page 46 - Australian Paint & Panel Magazine May-June 2019

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MEASURING AND ALIGNMENT
58 Paint technology update • 64 New products
PAINT&PANEL MAY / JUNE 2019
WHICH BENCH IS BEST?
AS ALWAYS, YOU NEED TO KNOW WHAT TYPE OF REPAIRS YOU WILL BE BE CARRYING OUT IN ORDER TO SELECT THE BENCH THAT IS RIGHT FOR YOUR BUSINESS.
CATEGORY KEY
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HERE’S A LOT TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING THE BEST ALIGNMENT BENCH FOR
workshop. We are showing you a snapshot of what is available in the market
from well known Australian suppliers who offer service, maintenance and training on their product.
Some benches are also suitable for other categories. Colour code:
 Mainstream repairs  Structural repairs  Rapid repairs
 Prestige repairs
MODEL
PULLING PLATFORM PLATFORM LIFT 360°
DESCRIPTION FORCE LENGTH WIDTH CAPACITY PULLING CAPABILITY
MAINSTREAM REPAIRERS
If you don’t specialise in any particular type or repair or the prestige market then these benches are great all rounders.
CAR-O-LINER QUICK 42 
For light cosmetic and heavy straightening with drive on capability and optional mobility.
10 tons
4200mm
1110mm
3 tons
Yes
SPANESI 106 5M

Universal jigging system which allows upward thrusts and the crossbars moving of the jig itself.
10 tons
5000mm
1000mm
5 tons
Yes
CAR BENCH MANTA 
Flexible bench rack works with any type of repair system. Can be upgraded into a fully OEM approved jig bench.
10 tons
5200mm
1000mm
6 tons
Yes
AUTOROBOT XLS

The most prolifc bench in Australia – this versatile all rounder is a firm favourite.
10 tons
2400mm
2100mm
3 tons
Yes
BLACKHAWK POSTLIFT 
Compact and robust lift, great lifting height and pulling force.
10 tons
2830mm
770mm
2.5 Tons
No