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Bud Abraham

Bud Abraham is the detail editor for Professional Carwashing & Detailing.

ARTICLES

Wiping out contamination

May 8, 2013
There are specific ways to ensure that the window towels are not susceptible to tire dressings, waxes, solvents and other oil based products.
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Understanding the chemical etching process

April 10, 2013
The emissions from industrial plants and automobiles release sulfur dioxide and oxides of nitrogen into the atmosphere.
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Express detailing: It needs a standard

March 26, 2013
The concept of express detailing is sweeping through the carwash industry like a tornado in Kansas and is gaining more strength and velocity as it goes.
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Package pricing

March 20, 2013
If your price is based on an hourly shop rate, then what you do is evaluate the customer’s vehicle and the needs and then refer to a menu.
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An effective sales pitch

March 13, 2013
It may be a cliché but "an ounce of prevention is truly worth a pound of cure.” If you plan your sales presentation properly...
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Packaging and pricing detail services

In the many years I have been involved in the auto detail industry it is evident that pricing is the key to success in the business.
February 21, 2013

The art of PDR (paintless dent repair)

February 13, 2013
PDR is a skill that must be learned and then perfected. This means no less than 14 days of hands-on training.
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Repairing the soil extractor

February 6, 2013
If one takes the time to understand the functioning of a soil extractor they will find that it is really not all that complicated, especially for anyone who has a semi-technical mindset.
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What good detailing employees want and need

February 6, 2013
It's all about safety, security, advancement, money and how much it pays.
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Invisible film protection

January 30, 2013
It's one of the newest and very profitable extra services you can offer at your shop.
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