Other repair shop equipment includes specialized machines and support equipment for service, maintenance, testing and workplace tasks that do not fit into one narrow tool, lift or diagnostic category. This section covers equipment for automatic transmission service, alternator and starter testing, brake disc machining, exhaust gas analysis, heating and gas, fume or smoke extraction.

Before choosing a specific product group, consider the task the equipment needs to perform, the vehicles being serviced, workload, available space and how the equipment fits into the existing service process. Some products are used for a specific maintenance or testing task, while others support the working environment in the service area.

Specialized equipment for additional service tasks

This category is useful when a garage, fleet or service company needs equipment beyond basic hand tools, lifts or diagnostic tools. The equipment groups below cover automatic transmission service, electrical component testing, brake disc machining, emissions checks, heating and extraction from the working area.

For a focused setup, start with the service task. Automatic transmission work, brake disc machining, alternator and starter testing, exhaust gas checks and extraction systems are separated into their own product groups.

Equipment groups by service task

• Automatic transmission service equipment - for automatic transmission oil exchange and related service work.
• Alternator and starter testing benches - for checking alternators, starters and related electrical components.
• Brake disc lathes - for machining brake discs and drums during brake repair work.
• Exhaust gas analyzers - for exhaust gas measurements and engine operation checks.
• Space heaters - for heating service areas, working zones and technical rooms during colder periods.
• Gas, fume, and smoke extraction equipment - for removing exhaust gases, welding fumes, vapors and other contaminants from the working area.

For related service work, see also vehicle repair tools and service equipment, welding equipment and accessories, washing and cleaning equipment and brake, chassis and headlamp inspection equipment.