Chief Automotive Technologies® was founded in 1972 in Grand Island, Nebraska, USA. Chief® was the first U.S. structural repai ... r equipment manufacturer to attain the distinction of 9001 Certification! ISO 9001 is a standard that designates quality assurance in product design, production, installation and service after the sale. Six locations around the world, and representation in 48 countries on five continents. We understands that success depends upon constant focus on product quality, innovation and exceptional customer service. We align our people and financial resources, and develop metrics to attain our objectives on a daily basis. Chief will continue to strive to understand our markets and adapt to them, but our core philosophy – to serve our customers and shareholders – will not be compromised. Chief Automotive offera collision repair shops a total repair solution. We supply equipment to diagnose and identify collision damage, repair the damage through pulling the frame, replacing parts or welding, and document that the vehicle was returned to the original manufacturer’s specifications. The level of sophistication Chief Fusion™ welders offer goes beyond just melting two metals together. Data reporting on weld strength, automatic tool recognition and similar technologies provides repair technicians with more time to repair and less worry about ever-changing demands on the collision industry. You’ll be happier that vehicles are being repaired faster with better results and in turn, making your shop more profitable. Operating unit under Vehicle Service Group, a Dover Corporation business. (DOV on NYSE). read more