CALGARY, ALBERTA

TELEPHONE | (403) 243-7400

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA

TELEPHONE | (702) 632-2847

Press Releases

BUS AND LONG HAUL TRUCK COLLISION REPAIR CENTER OPENING

SEPTEMBER 1 IN LAS VEGAS

    “Many operators have always said that they love the collision repair work we do; and they would send their repair work to us providing we set up a location closer to them. The Las Vegas operation places us in closer proximity to your policy holders offering them the option to utilize the “BRC Advantage” for their bus and truck collision repair needs. We are excited about the positive reception BRC is receiving from insurance companies, adjusters, bus owners and operators regarding the opening of our new 53,000 sq ft bus collision repair facility in Las Vegas.”

About BRC Coach & Transit (formerly Big Rig Collision)

BRC is a “One Stop Shop” for bus collision repair which includes transportation logistics to and from the facility.  BRC has been in operation for over 30 years, providing insurance companies, adjusters, bus, motor coach operators and transit authorities with exceptional service and unparalleled support. BRC has worked with customers from all over North America including Alaska and the Hawaiian Islands. The Las Vegas operation and the name change are part of a rebranding that includes the expansion of future BRC locations across the US.

BRC is also expanding the current Calgary facility to bring the total repair facilities to over 100,000 sq ft allowing for 75 plus buses under repair at one time. These specially designed facilities with double drive through bays help to maximize efficiencies for bus collision repair. The facilities boast 175 ton frame straightening equipment and (3) 60 ft paint booths. The facilities are operated by certified technicians and qualified management teams; many with 25 year plus experience in bus collision repair. Focusing our expertise on bus collision repair has enabled us to produce a consistent quality product in a rapid turnaround time. All which are a key to getting your policy holder their bus back on the road and producing revenue.

Turnaround time is one thing and quality of product is another. BRC proudly stands behind the quality of their product with a “No hassle life time warranty”. Our specialized expertise and commitment to customer satisfaction is what has kept BRC at the top of the bus collision repair business. This same commitment will be the foundation for the Las Vegas facility.

    As noted, the new facility will be open August 1 so contact me today to discuss how the “BRC Advantage” can better serve your collision repair or refurbishment needs when they come about.

Sincerely

Rob Pek, President                                Jim Hanson

BRC Coach & Transit                             BRC Coach & Transit

(702)  417 8111                                      (702) 632 2847

 

BRC GROUP TO LAUNCH U.S. LOCATION –
AND A NEW NAME – AT UMA SHOW

BRC Group Marks the Start of Its Fourth Decade of Delivering “No Hassle” Service
 with a New Las Vegas Location and a Bold Identity Overhaul

Calgary, AB (December 2009) —

Remember the year it snowed for 30 minutes in the Sahara Desert? The year McDonald’s introduced the Happy Meal? The year ESPN debuted, Mr. Ed died, Three Mile Island had a meltdown and Philips unveiled the Compact Disc?

We do. It was 1979; and it was the year BRC Group (formerly Big Rig Collision) opened for business.

In the intervening years, BRC has steadily grown its business…and its ironclad reputation for high-quality, stress-free service. Backing up its customer service commitments with a “No Hassle” 100% Lifetime Warranty program, BRC takes a no-nonsense approach to business: “We do what we say we’ll do. We charge what we say we’ll charge. And we get the job done when we say we’ll have it done. Usually sooner,” explains Brad Field, President of BRC Group.

When BRC opens its Las Vegas location in mid-2010, it will be under a new company banner: 
BRC Coach & Transit.

Why change the company name after 30 years in business? Brad Field explains: “In BRC's (formerly Big Rig Collision) early days, the name was an accurate reflection of our core focus – namely, performing collision repair for tractor trailer operators. Over the years, we’ve evolved into a leading provider of repair, refurbishment and restoration services for the motor coach and transit industries. ‘BRC’ maintains the spirit of Big Rig Collision without imposing limitations in the minds of prospective customers.”

In Las Vegas, BRC will offer the same services as its Calgary facility with full collision, refinishing, fire restoration and refurbishment all under one roof – all backed by the quick, professional, guaranteed service BRC is so well-known for.

For more information, visit booth #525 at UMA in February OR contact:

Brad Field – bfield@brcgroup.ca or 403.243.7400 ext. 108
Rob Pek – rpek@brccoachandtransit.com or 403.243.7400 ext. 111
Toll-Free: 1.888.848.8686
www.brcgroup.ca

 

ELECTRONICS REBUILDS
SAVE 65% OVER THE COST OF NEW COMPONENTS

Calgary, AB (October 2009) —

Coach operators and transit authorities know how it goes: a signal light switch, PA microphone, electronic destination sign or other electronic device goes on the fritz, and there’s nothing to do but toss it away and buy a brand new one.

Until now.

With the recent opening of its Electronics Rebuild Division, Big Rig Collision is putting an end to needlessly costly component replacements…and a whole lot of needless waste in the landfills.

Says Big Rig President Brad Field, “In the past, motor coach operators and transit authorities have had to literally throw out failed electronic components and purchase new ones. There was no viable option to repair them. With our new Electronics Rebuild Division we are able, in most cases, to rebuild those components and supply them back to the owner for about 30 to 40 percent of the cost of new components. It’s a lower cost option for our customers…and a much greener one. Why fill up landfill sites with potentially hazardous, perfectly repairable electronic components when Big Rig can repair them for a fraction of the cost?”

Heading up the Electronics Rebuild Division of Big Rig Collision is George W. Wilson. With 20+ years of electrical and electronic experience in the motor coach industry, George understands that most of the modern electronic components used on coaches and buses are repairable. “I don’t think that most companies will replace expensive electronic components when repairing them is an option,” says George. “And at Big Rig, we’re always eager to spare our customers from unnecessary expenditures.” Currently, Big Rig’s Electronics Rebuild program can rebuild more than 50 electronic components including most types of multiplex modules, HVAC controllers, voltage regulators, battery equalizers, signal light switches, monitors, video control modules, PA microphones, radio/CD players, audio amps and electronic destination signs.

For a free estimate on rebuild costs, owners can simply send their failed electronic components to Big Rig Collision. Providing the components are repairable, Big Rig will quickly complete the rebuild or, in an emergency, immediately send a replacement rebuild from their stock inventory.

For more information on the Electronics Rebuild Division at Big Rig Collision, visit www.bigrigcollision.com or e-mail rpek@bigrigcollision.com

ABOUT BIG RIG COLLISION

Specializing in the repair and refurbishment of motor coaches, transit buses, highway tractors and trailers, and other heavy equipment, Big Rig is a one-stop shop for bumper-to-bumper collision repair, mechanical services, frame straightening, graphics, fire restoration, refinishing and electronics rebuilds.

For 30 years, Big Rig Collision has been delivering high-quality, stress-free repairs for customers across North America. Family owned and operated, Big Rig provides matchless service backed every time by the company’s “No Hassle" Lifetime Warranty.

Big Rig is also qualified under the PPG Certified Commercial Re-finisher Program (CCRP), which provides the highest standards with respect to procedures, paint products, paint equipment, shop conditions and safety.