Workshop Machinery

A car mechanic's workshop needs to have a series of machinery and tools that allow it to carry out vehicle maintenance and repair operations efficiently and safely. Some of the most important machines that can be found in a workshop are:

- Car lifts: These are devices that raise the vehicle to facilitate access to the lower parts and perform tasks such as changing oil, filters, brakes, etc. There are different types of lifts, such as scissor lifts, column lifts or portable lifts.

- Wheel changers: these are machines that separate the tyre from the rim, allowing the tyre to be changed or repaired, the wheel to be balanced or the valve to be replaced. There are automatic, semi-automatic or manual tyre changers, and some can work with car, van or motorcycle wheels.

- Wheel balancers: these are machines that measure the imbalance of the wheel and determine the number and position of the weights that must be placed to correct it. A well-balanced wheel prevents vibrations, irregular wear and increased fuel consumption. Some wheel balancers are manual, others electronic and others automatic.

- Air compressors: these are machines that generate compressed air to power other pneumatic tools, such as paint guns, impact wrenches, drills, etc. Compressors can be of different sizes, power and capacities, depending on the needs of the workshop.

- Tool carts: these are pieces of furniture with wheels that allow you to store and transport the most commonly used tools in the workshop, such as screwdrivers, pliers, hammers, wrenches, etc. Carts usually have several drawers and compartments to organize the tools and make them easier to access.

Car diagnostic machines are devices that allow you to detect and fix faults that may occur in vehicles. There are different brands and models of diagnostic machines sold in Europe, each with its own specific features and functions. Some of the most popular brands are Bosch, Guttman and Autel, among others.

Diagnostic machines connect to the OBD II port of the car or motorcycle, which is the system that manages the vehicle's electronic control unit. Through this port, the machine can read and erase error codes that are generated when there is a fault in the engine, brake system, airbag, fuel system, etc. In addition, some machines offer advanced functions such as injector coding, ABS brake bleeding, service reset or key programming.

Diagnostic machines can be specific to a car make or model, or multi-make, meaning they are compatible with a wide variety of vehicles. Specific machines usually have more features and accuracy for the car they are intended for, but are more expensive and limited. Multi-make machines are more versatile and less expensive, but may not cover all of the car's functions or systems.

When choosing a diagnostic tool, it is important to consider the intended use, the type and year of manufacture of the car, the functions and services offered by the machine, and the price. It is also important for the machine to have a large and clear display, a long-lasting battery, sufficient internal memory, and the ability to update the software via WiFi or USB.

Passthru is a technology that enables independent workshops to access technical information from vehicle manufacturers via their online portals. With Passthru, workshops can perform tasks such as maintenance, repair, configuration and reprogramming of control units, using the original manufacturer data. Bosch offers Passthru software and diagnostic equipment compatible with the SAE J2534 protocol, such as the new generation of KTS. Passthru is a solution that expands the services of workshops and allows them to work with all types of vehicles, following the Euro 5 standard.

Hella Gutmann offers passthru solutions for different vehicle brands and models, with diagnostic equipment such as the mega macs PC x-Change or the mega macs 66.