PPG Prostars Certified Auto Glass Technicians have become the first and, at present, only auto glass repair shops in the USA to receive Prostars Quality Verification Checks carried out by Underwriters…
PPG Prostars Certified Auto Glass Technicians have become the first and, at present, only auto glass repair shops in the USA to receive Prostars Quality Verification Checks carried out by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) via Commercial Inspection and Testing Services. UL, an independent, not-for-profit product-safety testing and certification organization, completed the verifications at PPG Prostars“ locations nationwide. According to Paul Rice, Director of PPG Prostars.”The results were impressive. The independently owned glass shops met or exceeded PPG Prostars“ standards for a professional customer experience, including an established place of business with a welcoming environment,” He added, “One hundred percent of the PPG Prostars“ shops surveyed have at least one year business experience in the auto glass industry. A very high percentage of staff technicians have three of more years of glass installation experience or hold a certification from the National Glass Associations (NGA).” The NGA, a not-for-profit organization that provides testing and certification to glass technicians, requires six months work experience as an industry auto glass technician for a Level 1 certification. As well as experience and certification, PPG Prostars shops have access to one of the most comprehensive technician training programs in the country. Steve Shaw, a long-time industry authority assisting PPG Prostars, says, “Windshield installation has changed over the years because of the aerodynamic design of today“s vehicles. In most cases, windshields are no longer secured in place with metal frames, but held into position flush with the car“s body and trim using a specialized adhesive. Windshield replacement is a technical multi-step process, and each step of the process must be done properly or it could affect the fit and functionality of the windshield.” Shaw adds, “This is important because a vehicle“s safety system and air bag performance depends on the proper installation of the replaced windshield. An improperly installed windshield can contribute to passenger-side airbag failure and possible roof collapse if an accident should occur.” During the checks, UL reviewed the shops“ appearance, staff levels, national warranty, and use of products from Original Equipment Manufacturers like auto glass supplier PPG.