KECO 5-Day GPR+ Apprentice Accelerator Training | KGPR5

Overview

The KECO Five-Day Glue Pull Repair Plus (GPR+) Certification Course at Area22 Training Centre is the most comprehensive glue-pulling training available for collision repair technicians. Developed in partnership with KECO Body Repair Products, this full-week program immerses technicians in the complete KECO 6C Process from fundamental techniques to advanced lateral tension, GPR+, and OEM-compliant refinishing methods.
Participants learn to perform non-invasive dent and panel repairs on both steel and aluminum substrates while preserving OEM coatings, ensuring safety on EVs, and significantly reducing repair times.

Course Highlights

• Duration: 5 days (theory, live demonstrations, and hands-on repair exercises)
• Focus: Complete mastery of the KECO 6C Process — Check, Choose, Clean, Coat, Correct, Continue
• Core Learning Modules:

  • GPR Fundamentals:

    • Understanding GPR vs. PDR (Paintless Dent Repair)

    • Tab, glue, and tool selection based on substrate and dent geometry

    • Introduction to the Repair Continuum: rough-out to finesse stages

  • Material and Process Control:

    • Working safely on aluminum, steel, and mixed-material vehicles

    • Managing temperature, humidity, and glue adhesion

    • Identifying substrate reactions and preventing overpulling

  • The 6C Process in Action:

    1. Check — Evaluate substrate, temperature, and OE repair guidelines

    2. Choose — Select appropriate glue, tab, and lifter (K-Beam, K-Bar, Slide Hammer, etc.)

    3. Clean — Prepare and decontaminate panels for optimal adhesion

    4. Coat — Apply glue/tabs strategically using heat control and placement sequencing

    5. Correct — Execute double-action pulls, knockdown, and blending

    6. Continue — Transition to final prep, filler application, or paint

  • Advanced Techniques:

    • Lateral Tension Tools (LTT & K-Power): create controlled metal flow and restore bodyline tension

    • GPR+: integrating knockdown, blending, and push-tool precision for near-flawless surface restoration

    • Lighting & Reflection: using proper reflection angles to assess crown and metal flow

    • Sustainability & OEM Compliance: achieving <2mm filler use and preserving corrosion protection

Hands-on Training & Certification

• Each participant trains with live panel exercises, supervised by certified KECO trainers.
• Dedicated sessions on large dent removal, aluminum panels, and complex bodylines.
• Learners apply full-process repairs using KECO’s K-Beam, K-Bar, Slide Hammers, LTT Beam, and K-Power tools.
• Completion includes a practical and theoretical assessment verifying mastery of the 6C process and advanced techniques.
• Graduates earn an Area22 KECO GPR Certification, recognized across the collision repair industry.

Why Choose This Course

• Comprehensive Mastery: Covers every stage from basic GPR to advanced metal flow and finish correction.
• OEM-Aligned Process: Designed around manufacturer repair standards and sustainable best practices.
• Cross-Material Expertise: Work confidently across steel, aluminum, and EV components without contamination or e-coat damage.
• Real-World Efficiency: Reduce filler and paint use, shorten cycle times, and improve profitability.
• Global Recognition: Learn from KECO’s official training partner, Area22 Training Centre, trusted by leading OEMs, CCC, I-CAR affiliates, and repair networks nationwide.

Upon successful completion, you’ll earn a certification that aligns with OEM procedures, validating your skills and commitment to quality in collision repair.

Elevate your expertise with this targeted training program and join a network of certified technicians dedicated to excellence in Glue Pulling Plus.