This course is ideal for both detailing enthusiasts and professionals who want to delve into the world of RUPES USA, Inc.'s Bigfoot System.
Forget boring PowerPoint presentations! Our training is immersive, informative, and hands-on. You'll engage in theory presentations, work on test panels, and perform machine polishing on vehicles, providing you with a real-world understanding of the Rupes Bigfoot System. You'll spend countless hours perfecting your skills through practical experience.
Whether you're new to the RUPES S.p.A. system or have never operated a machine polisher before, this course is tailored for you.
Course Dates:
- Introduction to Machine Polishing: Thursday, April 25th 2024
- Wet Sanding Basics: Friday, April 26th 2024
Time: 9:30AM - 4:30PM each day
Lunch and all necessary tools and materials will be provided.
Who will benefit from this course?
- Individuals with machine polishing experience seeking to understand the Rupes Dual Action System and enhance their skills under supervised guidance.
- Beginners who have never operated a machine polisher and want to learn from scratch.
Basic Course Outline (spanning two days):
Day 1: Introduction to Machine Polishing
- Introduction to defect removal
- Overview of Rupes as a company
- Understanding Dual Action Machine Polishers
- In-depth exploration of the Rupes System, including techniques, polishes, and pads
- Familiarization session with Rotary and Direct Drive systems (emphasis on Dual Action Machines - LHR15, LHR75, and iBrid)
- Extensive hands-on test bonnet polishing sessions
- Vehicle survey techniques
- Strategies for minimizing and eliminating hazards during machine polishing
- Real-world car polishing sessions to enhance practical skills
- Individual one-on-one time with your instructor and group sessions
- Open Q&A sessions to address common queries
- Course Completion Certificate
Day 2: Wet Sanding Basics
- Overview of Rupes as a company
- Introduction to Wet Sanding
- Understanding Paint Defects
- Understanding Paint Thickness
- Equipment Overview
- Wet Sanding Techniques
- Hands-on Practice
- Practical Application
- Correcting Sanding Marks
- Real-world Wet Sanding Applications
- Safety and Cleanup
- Q&A Session
- Course Completion Certificate
Special discounts on Rupes products will be available exclusively for course attendees.
Please note that once the course is booked, it is non-refundable due to attendance limits. (Max group of 6)