Innovative equipment for the alloy wheel refinishing industry
Welcome to SMARTFIX. We design and produce equipment used in a wide variety of industries around the world. If you have any questions about our alloy wheel repair equipment, we can help choose the right package for you.
Recent projects include mobile alloy wheel repair van with CNC lathe for diamond cut finishes; "Plug & Go" SMARTFIX SPRAYBOOTHs used by F1 teams, Universities, Hospitals and an Ultra Violet Curing Process for paint rectification at a major UK vehicle manufacturer.
This is just a flavour of what we do.
Scroll down to find out more.
What we do
SMARTVAN DIAMOND
Our leading alloy wheel refurbishment SMARTVAN installation with the addition of a full CNC lathe for repairing damaged Diamond Cut Alloy wheels back to OEM finish. read more
SMARTVAN
The Alloy Wheel Repair van your Business deserves. Setting new industry standards in quality, productivity and Health & Safety compliance. On-site back up and support. read more
Custom Van Builds
We design and build SMART repair and alloy wheel repair vans to suit almost any budget. Simple planning and build process for existing repairers and new business start-ups. Finance also available. read more
About Smartfix
Since 2001, we have been designing innovative equipment and systems for numerous industries throughout the globe. From small portable spray booths for schools and hospitals, to fully equipped mobile alloy wheel repair workshops.
-
2001April
Joining together the combined experience of over 30 years in the SMART repair industry, Matt Wortley & Richard Wheeler identify the need for a quality, built for purpose solution for the alloy wheel repair industry and form SMARTFIX UK Limited.
-
2003July
We launch our first alloy wheel repair system. Aimed initially at bodyshops looking to make the process of repairing alloy wheels more efficient, the principles of this system are still present in our latest Business Packages.
-
2004February
We launch our innovative SMARTSUKKER portable spray booth. Initially designed for controlling the fumes and overspray when spraying alloy wheels, this is now used by many different industries that require a small but powerful extraction unit for spraying a wide variety of parts and components.
-
2006August
Our first mobile alloy wheel repair installation is built. This is the first of it's kind that allows the complete process to be completed inside the van, with the doors closed.
Recent Projects
Wheel repair facility at JLR factory
To create a process that could repair minor imperfections in alloy wheels on brand new vehicles during production required some innovative thinking. The process is carried out in the factory which posed some new challenges concerning Health & Safety compliance. The system we installed included a "walk-in" SMARTbooth and a new UV curing method that allowed the repairs to be completed in under 30 minutes.
SMARTFIX SPRAYBOOTH at NHS hospital
We have supplied a number of our freestanding SMARTBOOTH units to the NHS. They are typically used for refurbishment of items such as wheelchairs and prosthetics.The simplicity of our spray units make them particularly suitable for anyone wanting to spray small parts & components in a booth that requires little or no installation.
SMARTVAN for diamond cut alloy wheel repairs
The latest configuration in our range of SMARTVAN units is the first of its kind...a mobile diamond cut alloy wheel repair facility. Featuring a CNC lathe and fully segregated spray room.Capable of repairing damage to a diamond cut wheel back to OEM finish in about an hour...this is what the industry has been waiting for.Read more about this new product here: SMARTVAN DIAMOND
F1 teams prototyping booth
We take great pride knowing that an industry that demands such high levels of precision and quality uses our SMARTBOOTH in their development programme. In addition, the engine production plant at JLR also use our SMARTBOOTH for crack testing their crankshafts.
Spray unit at V&A Museum
We have supplied our smaller "Plug and Go" spray unit, the SMARTSUKKER, to a number of Schools, Colleges & Universities but this was our first National Museum.Many organisations and businesses have a need for spraying small parts and components and our simple to use SMARTSUKKER ensures the process can be done in a safe and controlled way.
New Business Launch in Germany
Our customer in Germany had looked worldwide for a suitable alloy wheel repair system to launch their new business. We were delighted that they chose a Smartfix Business Package. The concept of mobile wheel repairs is relatively new in Germany, but the team started strongly and have already expanded.
Case Study: Fox Car Specialist
With over 20 years of experience in the motor trade sector, Darren Saunders contacted SMARTFIX to help him start up his very own business, specialising in alloy wheel refurbishment. This case study takes a closer look at the final product, and the incredible results Darren has achieved in Fox Car Specialists' first three months of trading. Read more.
Case Study: CTR Smart Repair
After spending 3 years painting cars at Mercedes Benz as well as a further 3 years at a local body shop, Connor Tregarthen got in touch with SMARTFIX to help him set up his own business in the SMART Alloy Wheel Repair Industry. This case study takes a closer look at the final product and what services CTR Smart Repair have been able to set up since joining forces with SMARTFIX. Read More.