(english below)
Þetta námskeið er ætlað bifreiðasmiðum bílamálurum og öðrum sem starfa innan réttingarbransans og hafa áhuga á réttingum og nýtingu GPR og PDR aðferða.
Markmiðið er að kynna fyrir Íslenskum réttingarbransa fyrirtækið KecoTabs, þeirra búnað og aðferðir með það í huga að bjóða upp á ýtarlegra námskeið tengt lím og smárettingu (GPR og PDR) seinna á önninni þar sem farið verður mun dýpra í fræðin
Hafa góðann grunnskilning á hugmyndafræði GPR og PDR
Hafa grunnþekkingu á tækjabúnaði KecoTabs
Hafa kynnst hvernig námskeið KecoTabs eru uppbyggð
Boðið verður upp á sýnikennslu frá sérfræðingi KecoTabs UK
Boðið verður upp á hádegismat.
Námskeiðið er kennt á ensku
Intended for: This course is intended for automotive body technicians, car painters, and others working in the collision repair industry who are interested in dent repair and the use of GPR and PDR methods.
Objective: The objective is to introduce the Icelandic collision repair industry to the company KecoTabs, their equipment, and methods, with the aim of offering a more in-depth course later in the semester focused on glue pulling and paintless dent repair (GPR and PDR), where the theoretical and practical aspects will be covered in much greater detail.
The course will cover:
Upon completion of the course, participants should:
Additional information:
Kevin Andrews is a senior figure at Keco, playing a central role in the growth, support, and professional adoption of glue pull repair (GPR) and paintless dent repair (PDR) across the United Kingdom and the wider global market. Widely regarded as knowledgeable, approachable, and technically grounded, Kevin is known for combining commercial leadership with a genuine hands-on understanding of dent repair processes.
Kevin’s strength lies in translating Keco’s engineering-led systems into practical, real-world solutions for technicians, body shops, and training partners. He is closely involved in product guidance, system setup, and technician training, ensuring that tools are not only sold but also properly understood and correctly applied. This has helped position Keco as a technical authority and long-term partner to repairers.
A significant part of Kevin’s contribution lies in training strategy and standards. He has been instrumental in shaping how Keco’s systems are taught in the UK, emphasising correct habits, repeatable processes, and long-term technician development rather than short-term results. His approach reflects a strong belief that glue pulling should be disciplined, measurable, and scalable, particularly important for body shops, dealerships, and insurance-driven environments.
Kevin is also known for fostering strong relationships within the PDR community. As a PDR technician and trainer for 27 years, he acts as a bridge between Keco’s global development team and UK-based technicians. His feedback from the field often informs product refinement, training content, and support documentation, helping ensure Keco solutions remain relevant to real-world repair conditions in the UK climate and market.
Within the industry, Kevin is respected as a steady, technician-focused leader who prioritises education, credibility, and long-term progress over hype. Through his work with Keco, he continues to play a key role in raising standards for glue pull repair and in supporting the professionalisation of modern PDR processes.