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Welcome to the Age of Versatile Materials

August 15, 2018 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Welcome to the Age of Versatile Materials

Representatives of three companies that produce interior materials spoke at this summer's WardsAuto Interiors Conference, where they told attendees that the age of single-purpose materials is over. Now, what automakers want is versatility. … [Read more...] about Welcome to the Age of Versatile Materials

Help Trimmers Affected by Wildfires

August 13, 2018 By Nadeem

The Hog Ring - Help Trimmers Affected by Wildfires

Auto upholstery professionals impacted by the deadly wildfires raging in California can apply for financial assistance through the Automotive Aftermarket Charitable Foundation, which is expediting help for industry families in need. … [Read more...] about Help Trimmers Affected by Wildfires

Electron Warns Against ‘Brown Box Tops’

August 10, 2018 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Electron Top Illustration

This month, Electron Top mailed a flier to all of its customers asking: "Who do you want to trust your reputation to?" … [Read more...] about Electron Warns Against ‘Brown Box Tops’

These 3 Shops Won Knipex Hog Ring Pliers!

August 8, 2018 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - These 3 Shops Won Knipex Hog Ring Pliers

Congrats to the three auto upholstery shops that won our Knipex needle-nose hog ring pliers giveaway! … [Read more...] about These 3 Shops Won Knipex Hog Ring Pliers!

Review: Needle-Nose Hog Ring Pliers

August 7, 2018 By Naseem

The Hog Ring - Review Knipex Needle-Nose Hog Ring Pliers

Successful auto trimmers know that it pays to invest in high-quality tools, especially those we use day in and day out. One such tool is hog ring pliers, which are vital to nearly all seat cover installs. We recently had the opportunity to test a pair of Knipex's unique needle-nose hog ring pliers, which we spotted at the SEMA Show. Check out our review of the hand … [Read more...] about Review: Needle-Nose Hog Ring Pliers

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