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Monthly Wrap Up: September 2018

October 1, 2018 By Nadeem Muaddi

The Hog Ring - Monthly Wrap Up - September 2018

It was a fun month! Not only did we bring you the latest industry news, but we also gave away cool prizes and unveiled huge discounts from our sponsors! Here’s a look back at September 2018.

Wishing You a Happy Labor Day!

The Hog Ring would like to wish a very happy and safe Labor Day to all of our fellow auto trimmers taking a break from the daily grind.

Electron is Celebrating Constitution Week

Electron Top’s latest issue of “Keep in Touch!” is out, and it’s jam packed with everything you’ve come to expect from their monthly newsletter.

SEMA Honors Trimmer Steve Kurzman

Congratulations to Steve Kurzman of The Custom Stitching Co. for being named to SEMA’s “35 under 35” list.

5 Things Customers Do That Piss Me Off

Every once in a while, a trimmer has to vent his frustrations. For me, today is one of those times. So, without further ado, here’s a list of five things customers do that piss me off.

Haartz Publishes ‘Vintage Restorer’s Guide’

If your auto upholstery shop specializes in classic restorations, listen up: The Haartz Corporation has published a “Vintage Restorer’s Guide.”

California Trim Shop Damaged in Fire

Glamorous Upholstery in Modesto, California, was damaged this week after a neighboring building erupted in flames that quickly spread.

2018 SEMA Show Hosts Student Career Day

SEMA will host a “Student Career Day” at this year’s annual show — with the goal of introducing students to opportunities in the aftermarket industry.

Review: BeA Pneumatic Staple Gun

Considering that no auto upholstery shop can run without a staple gun, shouldn’t you invest in the best one possible?

The Winners of Our BeA Giveaway Are…

Congrats to the three winners of our BeA staple gun and swag giveaway! Hundreds of auto trimmers entered by posting photos of their staple guns.

WTF Does This Upholstery Shop Sign Mean?

Complete Auto Upholstering’s shop sign features a little boy with his pants down and butt fully exposed. He’s clutching a teddy bear while staring at a bench seat.

That’s not all! Visit our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages to see what other trimmers are up to. You can also join in the latest industry discussions by registering for our Auto Upholstery Forum.

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