Tool Control
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Starting Smart: The Right Tool Set for New Technicians
When new automotive technicians graduate from technical school, the pressure to purchase a massive tool kit and full-size toolbox hits hard. Peer pressure, combined with the big, beautiful boxes – it’s hard to resist. But here’s the reality: for the first 6 to 9 months, most new mechanics spend their days on the quick service […]
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Why Manufacturers Are Turning to Standardized Toolkits
In manufacturing, efficiency is a competitive advantage. When you’re operating across multiple shifts, facilities, or even continents, small inefficiencies can quickly add up. That’s why manufacturers are increasingly making the shift to standardized toolkits, and why Sonic has become a trusted partner in implementing these solutions. The Cost of Inconsistency In many facilities, technicians bring their […]
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Why Trade Schools Partner with Sonic for Their Tooling Solutions
For students entering the skilled trades, hands-on learning isn’t optional; it’s essential. Whether they’re preparing for careers in automotive, aviation, diesel, or industrial maintenance, students need more than just classroom instruction. They need tools. And not just any tools – professional grade tools they’re familiar with, trained on, and confident using. That’s why top trade […]
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Tools That Start Careers: How Sonic Partners with Trade Schools to Prepare the Next Generation of Technicians
At Sonic, we believe the right tools do more than get the job done; they open the doors to a new career. That’s why we’ve partnered with some of the top trade schools across the country to create tooling programs that prepare students for successful careers in automotive, aviation, diesel, and industrial technology as technicians. […]
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Custom Kitting: Solving Real Problems for Techs on the Job
In a high-performance environment—whether it’s a dealership service bay, an aviation hangar, or a race team’s pit garage—every second counts. When technicians have to dig through cluttered drawers, chase down missing sockets, or waste time figuring out if they have the right tools, productivity drops, and frustration builds. That’s where custom kitting comes in—and it’s one […]
