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      <title>TOMORROW'S AUTO GLASS</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[After a short review of the history of glass in automobiles, the author looks to the future:  glass will play an important part in auto glass design, windshields and backlights will be installed at greater sloping angle for better aerodynamics, and there will be more flush glazing, more complex bends and curves, and even more glass usage.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 1984 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>KEEPING 'EM TRUCKING</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The H. Barkow Incorporated's line of glass transportation systems is reviewed.  These glass transportation systems are divided into three categories: light duty glass racks, cab and chassis models for glazing bodies, and heavy duty glass transport.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 May 1984 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>ESSEX SPECIALTY PRODUCTS. THE PIONEER OF LIQUID AUTO GLAZING</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Due to its ease of application, excellent physical properties, and outstanding safety features, Urethane/E has become one of the most popular automotive glass sealants available today.  This article gives a step-by-step illustrated procedure for windshield replacement.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 29 Feb 1984 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>INSTALLING SECURIFLEX. "NO PROBLEM" IS THE REFRAIN HEARD MOST OFTEN</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[As part of an experimental testing of Securiflex windshields now being conducted in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and Saint-Gobain Vitrage, Parkway Glass in Laurel, Maryland, is installing Securiflex windshields in Maryland State Police Cars. The windshields are installed just the same as normal windshields using the same sealants, cleaners, and tools. The Maryland State Police have had no problems with the new windshield.  In fact, it has already helped save one trooper from serious injury.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Jan 1984 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>THE SECURIFLEX WINDSHIELD</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The Securiflex windshield, made in France and widely used in Europe is four-ply and offers a tremendous safety advantage.  The plastic inboard lite greatly reduces passenger injuries from head impact, especially facial lacerations and eye injuries.  However, it has failed to pass NHTSA's windshield abrasion standard and its introduction into the U.S. market is still a few years off.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Wed, 30 Nov 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>PROBLEM-SOLVING WITH SEALANTS</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This article points out that the methods and sealants used for installing glass into frames are behind the times, and that current glazing rebate designs and choice of compounds are creating unnecessary risks which could lead to premature breakdown of the glazing seal.  Following further discussion of this problem, the article explains the variety of sealants available and current trends toward the use of maintenance free (or simply maintained) materials.  There is further discussion on correct block usage and glazing methods including the compression gasket system and pre-shimmed tape.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Fri, 30 Sep 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>THE FACTS ABOUT URETHANE. BONDING THAT IS SIMPLE, EASY AND SAFE</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This article clarifies some points concerning the use of urethanes as sealants in auto glass replacement. The clarification deals with objections to the use of urethane sealants which were raised in a previous article. It is stated in conclusion that the strength, durability and reliability of urethane bonding is opening new possibilities for the sleeker flush mount designs of the 1980s; and that the superiority of urethane sealants for sealing automotive windshields has been thoroughly proven as evidenced by their adoption by over thirty vehicle manufacturers throughout the world.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>HOW SAFE IS URETHANE? THE DEBATE RAGES ON</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This article cites personal objections to the use of urethane sealants in auto glass replacement. Among these objections are the following: (1) Trapped humidity between urethane and paint causes rust and paint breakdown; (2) More and more vehicles have leaking glass and complete product failure since urethane does not have any elasticity; (3) Toxic fumes are released when heat is applied as is required during auto glass replacement; and (4) Urethane does not make glass any stronger, as urethane's proponents suggest. It is concluded that butyl sealant will provide better safety characteristics if used properly.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>SOME DISADVANTAGES TO URETHANE. PAINT BREAKDOWN, VAPORS AND OVER-RATED BONDING CITED</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This article by an auto glass dealer from New York state cites personal objections to urethane sealants in auto glass replacements. Among these objections are the following: (1) Trapped humidity between urethane and paint causes rust and paint breakdown; (2) Toxic fumes are released when heat is applied during glass replacement using urethane sealant; and (3) Urethane does not make glass any stronger, as urethane's proponents suggest. It is concluded that butyl sealant will provide better safety characteristics if used properly.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>URETHANE MUCH SAFER THAN BUTYL</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[This article clarifies some points concerning the use of urethanes as sealants in auto glass replacement. These rebuttal statements deal with objections to the use of urethane sealants which were raised in a previous article.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Sat, 30 Jul 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>THE AUTO GLASS REPLACEMENT MARKET. ANNUAL UPDATE ON SALES TRENDS AND BUSINESS PROSPECTS</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The trends which affect the auto glass replacement market are examined in this article. They are looked at with respect to four categories: economic, governmental actions, demographic effects, and new competitive forces in the marketplace. Individual items within these categories which are examined in detail include insurance deductibles, safety inspections, mileage driven, deterioration of roads, changes in vehicle glass design, complications of inventory, and higher cost parts. Comments are offered on judicious planning, what not to buy, and the history and future of flat glass usage. Sales forecasts show the following: In 1982, miles driven will increase by 42 million, adding a 96,000 windshield replacement potential to the auto glass replacement market. There will be another 2.8 million vehicles on the road, which should up the market by 104,000 windshields. The off-road vehicle usage and deterioration in road surface will add another 25,000 windshields. Deferred replacements from insurance deductibles add 40,000 windshields. The snap-back from the recession in the second half will add another 30,000. The net result is 5,320,000 windshields to be sold in 1982.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Thu, 30 Jun 1983 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>TRUCK WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION. SAFE, PROPER LOAD BALANCING SAVES WEAR AND REDUCES LOSS</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The only way a truck dealer can be sure the truck he sells can meet the requirements specified by the prospective owner is by making a weight distribution analysis when developing the specifications. A truck must have the proper gross vehicle weight rating (GVW), the proper wheelbase to distribute the load to the axles, plus adequate axle, spring and tire capacity to support the load. This article explains how to calculate the weight distribution analysis and includes an example. Several diagrams and descriptions are included: Vehicle Dimensions, Weight Distribution, Weight Distribution Example, and Nominal GVW Rating Guide.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Nov 1982 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>82 GM-STYLE REAR COMPARTMENT GLASS. INSTALLATION/ASSEMBLY DETAILS FROM CADILLAC SERVICE MANUAL</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Detailed instructions for installation of the rear lift window on certain 1982 GM body styles are given. These instructions are taken directly from the service manual for Cimarron Cadillac but are applicable to similar cars from other GM divisions.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 1982 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>DEFENSIVE DRIVING TECHNIQUES. PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM OTHER MOTORISTS</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[Five rules for accident free driving are offered: (1) Aim high in steering; (2)  Get the big picture; (3) Keep your eyes moving; (4) Leave yourself an out; and (5) Make sure they see you.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 1982 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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      <title>WINDSHIELD REPAIR SERVICES</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[The National Glass Dealers Association which has been following and reporting to members on developments in windshield repair services for many years, decided in the past several months to do an additional thorough review. First, letters were sent to the 60 major insurance companies and their general counsels. Second, in a separate concurrent effort, NGDA obtained and reviewed current advertising and promotional materials offered by several major suppliers or franchisors of windshield repair products and services. The conclusions from NGDA's new review are: The Association continues to take no position in favor or against the repair services, it does not and cannot recommend that its members become involved or not in repair services, questions about the legality, safety, and efficacy of repair are still unanswered and the insurance industry is far from unanimous in its attitude towards these last three points, finally, advertising and promotion for windshield repair services and products are improving, but continue to contain occasional untrue or misleading statements.]]></description>
      <pubDate>Mon, 30 Aug 1982 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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