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Riveting Systems for Rhode Island Collision Repair Shops
Aluminum & Mixed-Material Riveting for OEM-Certified Shops — serving Providence, Cranston, and all of Rhode Island.
Aluminum & Mixed-Material Riveting for OEM-Certified Shops — serving Providence, Cranston, and all of Rhode Island.
Rhode Island collision repair professionals are investing in proper riveting equipment to capture the growing market for aluminum and mixed-material vehicle repairs.
Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but Providence and its surrounding communities generate collision volume comparable to much larger metro areas — with high customer and insurance carrier expectations to match.
As more vehicle manufacturers turn to aluminum and mixed-material construction, riveting has become a core competency for OEM-certified collision repair shops. Lombard Equipment carries GYS riveting systems — engineered to deliver consistent clamping force and verified results for OEM riveting procedures on aluminum-intensive platforms including Ford F-150, Audi, Land Rover, Jaguar, and more. Proper riveting equipment isn't just a technical requirement; it's a business requirement for shops pursuing and maintaining OEM certification.
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Common questions from Rhode Island collision repair shops about riveting systems.
Lombard Equipment supplies the GYS line of riveting systems to Rhode Island collision repair shops, including self-piercing rivet (SPR) tools and flow drill screw (FDS) systems. These cover the full range of OEM aluminum and mixed-material joining procedures required for today's certifications.
Ford Aluminum, Audi, Jaguar Land Rover, Volvo, and several other OEM certification programs require shops to have approved riveting equipment as part of their tooling requirements. Without the right riveting tools, shops cannot complete — or document — certain structural repairs to OEM specification.
Self-piercing rivets (SPR) join overlapping aluminum panels by pressing a rivet through the top sheet into the lower sheet. Flow drill screws (FDS) use a rotating screw to drill and thread through the material simultaneously. Both are required by different OEM procedures, and GYS systems from Lombard support both methods.
Yes. GYS riveting systems are designed for aluminum, high-strength steel, and mixed-material assemblies. The consistent clamping force and verified output ensure every rivet meets OEM specification, regardless of material combination.
Yes. Lombard Equipment provides in-shop training on GYS riveting systems throughout Rhode Island. Proper riveting technique is critical for OEM-compliant repairs, and our certified technicians ensure your team is trained to procedure before we leave.
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Contact Lombard Equipment for a personalized equipment consultation and quote for your Rhode Island collision repair operation.