How It Works

The Matrix WandTM Measuring System

The Matrix Wand is the tool of choice for body shop professionals to quickly identify hidden damag4 and improve work flow through the shop. Prior to the Matrix Wand, blueprinting each vehicle that arrived in the shop was time consuming and often cost prohibitive. Tearing down each car to find hidden damage consumes valuable time on the frame machine, labour, and shop floor space. Within a matter of minutes every car that goes through the shop can be measured to identify hidden damage to:

• Ensure accurate estimates the first time to reduce supplements while increasing efficiency and profitability throughout the repair process.
• Blueprint the work to be carried out nd the pars required.
• Verify the repair by comparing points to the Mitchell Database integrated into Matrix's software.
• Provide documentation to insuramce companies and customers to improve customer satisfaction and reduce liability.

1 Image the Vehicle

Use the target-less handheld Matrix Wand to take 3D images of the vehcle with minimal tear down. Captured images can be used to measure;

• Suspension
• Control Arms
• Cradle Positioning
• Toe Angle
• Caster Angle
• Camber Angle
• Strut/Knuckle Symmetry
• Sensor Placement
• Gaps

2 Capture the Data

Use Matrix's proprietaqry data collection software to dowload the 3D images and data points to your computer. This process is quick and easy giving you the ability to capture visible and hidden dage quickly.

3 Measure Fast and Accurately

Use the Repair Analysis Software to start meaursing any print om the n the vehicle.

• Zoom in on the image and select any point you would like to measure.
• Virtual 3D measuring can see through solid objects allowing precise measurement across any section.
• Estimate and repair more accurately by identifying "damage" areas versus "trusted" areas or utilize the integrated Mitchell Database to compare points to factory specifications.
• Compare and analyze a variety of dimensions to identify hidden damage.
• Calculations from the Matrix Wand and Repair Analysis Software are accurate within 1mm, so you can be assured your measurements are spot on!

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STEP 3

4 Document and Blueprint

Document the damage to share with insurance comapanies and custom,ers. Blueprint the job to assure work is carried out and parts ordered with the greatest efficiecy.

6 Repair and Verify

Carry out the repair and use the Matrix Wand to assist with accuracy. This includes sensor angle positioning, hanging doors, verifying alignmemt and checking suspension. Capture a final measurement to verify the car is repaired back to specification and document to minimize liabiity.

DEMONSTRATION

A demonstration of the MATRIX WAND was held on the 8th May 2018 at The Kangan Institute, Docklands Melbourne.

The Melbourne team was joined by the team from USA and it was certainly an extremely informative event.