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3M Advanced Installer Training
Get three days of personal, hands-on training from 3M Graphics Authorized Trainers. Practice your skills on 11 stations, including vehicle graphics, smooth and textured walls and floor graphics. The low student-to-trainer ratio of this advanced training will help prepare you for one of the testing programs listed above.
- Three days training taught by 3M Preferred Graphics Installers
- Vehicle Wraps. Comprehensive discussion, demonstration and hands-on training
- Fleet graphics, boat wraps, smooth walls, textured walls and floor graphics. Discussion and demonstration, and hands-on training
- Extensive monitored hands-on practice to build and refine skills
Training and Testing Locations
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St. Paul, MN
Additional Location Training Features:
- Three days training taught by 3M Preferred Graphics Installers
- Vehicle Wraps. Comprehensive discussion, demonstration and hands-on training
- Fleet graphics, boat wraps, smooth walls, textured walls and floor graphics. Discussion and demonstration, and hands-on training
- Extensive monitored hands-on practice to build and refine skills
July 11-13
August 15-17
September 19-21
October 17-19
November 14-16
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Hutchinson, KS | Lowen Certified
Additional Location Training Features:
- Two to five days, dependent on installer skill level
- Vehicle accessory disassembly
- Graphic film installation/removal for vehicle/fleet wraps, boat wraps, smooth/textured walls, window & floor graphics
- Closely monitored hands-on practice to build/refine skills
- Contact Dennis at: 888-201-8945, or visit: www.lowencertified.com for more information or to register for a class today
Training and Testing Dates:- June 1-3
- June 6-8
- June 13-15
- June 20-22
- June 27-29
- July 6-8
- July 11-13
- July 18-20
- July 25-27
- August 1-3
- August 8-10
- August 15-17
- August 22-24
- August 29-31
- September 7-9
- September 12-14
- September 19-21
- September 26-28
- October 3-5
- October 10-12
- October 17-19
- October 24-26
- October 31-November 2
- November 7-9
- November 14-16
- November 21-23
- November 28-30
- December 5-7
- December 12-14
- December 19-21
- December 27-29
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Fort Lauderdale, FL | Geek Wraps
Additional Location Training Features:
- Three days advanced training
- Vehicle Wraps. Comprehensive discussion, demonstration and hands-on training
- Fleet graphics, boat wraps, smooth walls, textured walls and floor graphics. Discussion and demonstration, and hands-on training
- Extensive monitored hands-on practice to build and refine skills
- All appropriate tools and materials provided for use during classes
- First rate resort area, average temperature 77 degrees (F) year-round
- Contact Geek Wraps University for booking; 954-351-1501; and for more information visit: www.geekwrapsu.com
Training and Testing Dates:- June 13-15
- June 27-29
- July 11-13
- July 25-27
- August 8-10
- August 22-24
- September 5-7
- September 19-21
- October 3-5
- October 17-19
- October 31-November 2
- November 14-16
- November 28-30
- December 12-14
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Addison, TX | J3 Industries
Additional Location Training Features:
- Three days training taught by 3M Graphics Authorized Testers
- Vehicle Wraps. Comprehensive discussion, demonstration and hands-on training
- Fleet graphics, vehicle wraps, smooth walls, textured walls and floor graphics. Discussion and demonstration, and hands-on training
- Extensive monitored hands-on practice to build and refine skills
- Contact Jeff Wagner at: 817-875-4099
June 20-22
August 15-17
September 19-21
October 3-5
November 14-16
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Burbank, CA | Wrapix Academy
Additional Location Training Features:
- Three and Five day training courses available
- Vehicle Wraps. Comprehensive discussion, demonstration and hands-on training
- Fleet graphics, boat wraps, smooth walls, textured walls and floor graphics
- Discussion and demonstration, and hands-on training
- Training is available for all skill levels
- All appropriate tools and materials provided for use during classes
- 11 different training stations available to build and refine skills
- Contact Adam Sumner at: 818-433-7548, or visit wrapixacademy.com for more information
Training and Testing Dates:- June 6-8
- June 20-22
- July 11-13
- July 25-27
- August 8-10
- August 22-24
- September 12-14
- September 26-28
- October 10-12
- October 17-19
- November 14-16
- November 28-30
- December 5-7
- December 12-14
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3M Certified Graphics Installation Company Training and Testing
Promote your business as a 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company.
Unlock your company's potential by earning this prestigious designation. It will let your customers know that you hold your company to a higher standard of technical installation knowledge and business practices. Once at least one of your installers successfully passes all testing and other stringent UASG requirements, your company will be promoted on 3M.com/installation programs and UASG.org as a 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company.
This program is to certify the installation company that performs all types of graphic installations.
Benefits to becoming a 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company:
- Certified for best business practices, technical skill and knowledge
- Network with other 3M Certified Graphics Installation Companies for continuous learning, development and leads
- Listed on 3M.com/GraphicsInstaller as a 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company
- Exclusive use of the 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company title
- 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company certificate
Training and Testing Location
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St. Paul, MN | 3M Technical Service
Location: Building 280 Application Center, St. Paul, MN
Testing Administrators: 3M and UASG Testing Administrators
Time Required: 2 days
Contact: Mike Stavreff, 3M
Office: 651-737-8302
Apply at: www.UASG.org
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3M Preferred Graphics Installer
Earn the installer credentials you need to advance your career.
Let your customers know you've proven yourself as a skilled installer of all types of graphic installations by becoming a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer. Successfully passing this assessment will increase your status as an installer and give you instant creditability with your clients. You'll be listed as a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer on 3M.com/GraphicsInstaller
This program is for the individual installer performing all types of graphic installations.
Benefits to becoming a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer:
- Validated technical skills and knowledge for the individual
- Listed on 3Mgraphics.com as a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer
- Exclusive use of the 3M Preferred Graphics Installer title
- 3M Preferred Graphics Installer credentials
- Two 3M Preferred Graphics Installer shirts and access to acquire more
- I.D. card
Training and Testing Locations
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St. Paul, MN | 3M Technical Service
Location: Bldg 280 Application Center, St. Paul, MN
Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Testers from 3M Technical Service
Time Required: 2 days
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St. Paul, MN | 3M Preferred Graphics Installers from Wrap Experts
Location:Bldg 280 Application Center, St. Paul, MN
Testing Administrators: 3M Preferred Graphics Installers from Wrap Experts
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Fort Lauderdale, FL | Geek Wraps
Location: Fort Lauderdale, FL Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Tester from Geek Wraps Time Required: 2 days (testing can be booked Thursday and Friday of all Advanced Installer Training dates published on the training information page) Contact: telephone: 954-351-1501
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Hutchington, KS | Lowen Certified
Location: Hutchinson, KS Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Testers from Lowen Certified Time Required: 3 days Contact: 888-201-8945 or visit www.lowencertified.com
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Addison, TX | J3 Industries
Location: Addison, Texas Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Testers J3 Industries Time Required: 2 days (testing can be booked Thursday and Friday of all Advanced Installer Training dates published on the training information page) Contact: Call Jeff Wagner at 817-875-4099
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Burbank, CA | Wrapix Academy
Location: Burbank, CA Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Tester at Wrapix Academy Time Required: 2 days (testing can be booked Thursday and Friday of all Advanced Installer Training dates published on the training information page) Contact: 818-433-7548 or visit wrapixacademy.com
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3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer
This program is for the individual installer applying easy to complex graphics on personal and small business vehicles.
Benefits to becoming a 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer:
- Validated technical skills and knowledge for the individual
- Exclusive opportunity to participate in a nationwide personalized vehicle graphics installation program that teams you with car dealers in your own area
- Exclusive use of the 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer title
Training and Testing Locations
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St. Paul, MN | 3M Technical Service
Location: Bldg 280 Application Center, St. Paul, MN Testing Administrators: 3M Graphics Authorized Tester from 3M Technical Service Time Required: 1/2 day(s) Contact: 3minstallationprograms@mmm.com
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Fort Lauderdale,FL|Geek Wraps
Location: 1935 McKinley Ave. Ste F, La Verne, CA 91750 Testing Administrators: Jason Averweg, Francisco Castillo, 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installers Time Required: 1-2 day(s) Contact: please call (909) 596-0053
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Littleton, CO | Interwest Distribution Company
Location: 2275 W Chenango Ave, #100, Littleton, CO 80120 Testing Administrators: Todd Bergman, 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer Time Required: 1-2 day(s) Contact: please call 800-232-8468
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Sarasota, FL | Accent Distributing
Location: 4123 Clark Rd., Sarasota, FL 34233 Testing Administrators: Dan Black, 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer Time Required: 1-2 day(s) Contact: please call 941-922-5268
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Spokane, WA | Quality Auto Trim
Location: 8710 E Appleway Blvd, Spokane Valley, WA 99212 Testing Administrators: Bob Findley, Matt Travis, 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installers Time Required: 1-2 day(s) Contact: please call 509-993-9181
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Knifeless Accredited Installer Training and Testing
Add a valuable endorsement to your skill portfolio.
Calling all qualified 3M Graphics Installers - here's your chance to stay on top of the installation game by being promoted on 3M.com/GraphicsInstaller as a 3M Knifeless Accredited Installer. Get hands-on training and instruction using 3M™ Knifeless Tape technology. Create bolder and more complex designs for your customers with the ability to offer wraps with no paint cuts, guaranteed.
Knifeless Tech Systems is now offering a new training and testing program for installers focused on high-end installations using Knifeless Tape and 3M graphic films. The knowledge gained and the Knifeless Accredited Installer title will enable installers to increase the value they deliver to their customers and differentiate themselves.
The training and testing will be done only at the 3M Graphics Authorized Training and Testing Facility at 3M Center in St. Paul, MN. Training and testing will be conducted by Phil Aquin of Knifeless Tech Systems and 3M Graphics Authorized Trainers.
Requirements to Attend:
- Must be a 3M Preferred Graphics Installer, OR
- Must be an installer that passed the 3M Certified Graphics Installation Company test, OR
- Must be a 3M Endorsed Vehicle Graphics Installer
For information on fees, dates, and to enroll, contact Rick Latta at Knifeless Tech Systems. Website:Knifelesstechsytems.com
