Oakville Import Auto Centre
Left to right: Andreas, Daniel and Winnoc.
During Truck World (April 16–18) in Toronto, we took the opportunity to go beyond the exhibition floor.
Together with Lou from OE Tool & Diagnostics, one of our local resellers in the Toronto Bay area, we spent one day visiting workshops already using Wallmek tools in their daily work.
This gave us a valuable insight – not just into how the tools are used, but how they actually change the way workshops operate.
Seeing tools in a catalogue or at a trade show is one thing.
Seeing them in action, in real workshop environments, is something else entirely.
Across all visits, one thing became clear:
The biggest difference is not just power – it’s workflow.
Working directly on the vehicle, reducing unnecessary disassembly, and avoiding time-consuming press work creates a smoother, faster, and more controlled process.
Together with Daniel, we saw how jobs that traditionally required removing components and using a workshop press are now completed directly on the vehicle.
The result is clear:
- Less downtime per vehicle
- More jobs completed per day
- Reduced strain on both technician and equipment
Joe demonstrated how seized components that previously required heat or cutting can now be handled in a more controlled way.
With the right hydraulic setup, even difficult dismantling jobs become predictable rather than uncertain.
We also looked at the spring compressor HSC2018 and best practices when using it.
At NextAuto, the focus was on consistency in workflow.
By standardizing how certain repairs are performed, technicians reduce variation between jobs – leading to faster turnaround times and fewer complications.
Marlin showed how the same principles apply even in heavier applications.
Handling larger components safely and efficiently is not just about force – it’s about control, stability, and using the right method from the start.
At Finishline Auto, the benefits were visible in everyday operations.
Small time savings on each job quickly add up, improving overall workshop productivity without increasing workload.
Despite different types of workshops and applications, the feedback was consistent:
• Reduced working time, especially in difficult dismantling cases
• Less need for alternative methods such as heating or cutting
• Improved ergonomics and safety
• More predictable results in complex jobs
In short, it’s not just about completing the job – it’s about doing it in a better way.
More Than a Trade Show
TruckWorld gave us the opportunity to meet customers and showcase our solutions.
But the real value came from being out in the field.
By working closely with local partners like OE Tool & Diagnostics and visiting professional workshops, we continue to develop tools that are not only powerful – but practical.
Developed by mechanics. Proven in real workshops.
Oakville Import Auto Centre
Left to right: Andreas, Daniel and Winnoc.
Polfix Automotive
Left to right: Lou, Andreas, Joe and Winnoc.
NextAuto Mississauga
Left to right: Andreas, Mina and Winnoc
Du-Finch Services Ltd
Left to right: Winnoc, Marlin and Andreas