<p></p><p><strong>Uniting the Best in Dent Repair: PDR & GPR International Competition Showcases Global Talent and Glue Pulling Innovation in Montreal</strong></p><p>From July 11 to 13, 2025, Canada, became the global hub for paintless dent repair (PDR) and glue pull repair (GPR) excellence, hosting the highly anticipated <strong>PDR & GPR International Competition</strong>. Organized in collaboration with <strong>Camauto Pro</strong> and proudly sponsored by <strong>Anson PDR</strong>, the event brought together ten of the world’s top dent removal professionals to compete in a one-of-a-kind skills showcase.</p><p>The competitors, selected through international public voting, represented a wide range of countries and dent repair techniques:</p><ol><li><p><strong>Gene Fetty</strong> (USA)</p></li><li><p><strong>Martin Sadler</strong> (England)</p></li><li><p><strong>Menfis Hurachi</strong> (Brazil)</p></li><li><p><strong>Miroslav Hubenko</strong> (Ukraine)</p></li><li><p><strong>Oleksandr Doronin</strong> (Quebec)</p></li><li><p><strong>Pak Narlin</strong> (Canada)</p></li><li><p><strong>Pablo Rocha</strong> (Mexico)</p></li><li><p><strong>Vladimir Polacek</strong> (Czech Republic)</p></li><li><p><strong>Wei Wu</strong> (China)</p></li><li><p><strong>Zeeshan Anjam</strong> (Germany)</p></li></ol><p>The competition was judged by four leading figures in the PDR industry: <strong>Arilson Guedes</strong> (Brazil), <strong>Charles Aoun</strong> (Canada, founder of Camauto Pro), <strong>Ken Clark</strong> (USA), and <strong>Craig Dyer</strong> (USA, owner of Anson PDR).</p><h3>Live Tool Demonstrations and Innovation in Glue Pulling Systems</h3><p>The event kicked off with live <strong>dent repair demonstrations</strong> featuring <strong>Camauto’s glue pull repair systems</strong>, weld-on tabs, dent pulling kits, and cutting-edge <strong>PDR tools</strong>. Technicians and attendees had the opportunity to test new products, ask questions, and get hands-on experience with some of the most advanced <strong>GPR tools and accessories</strong> in the industry.</p><p>From heavy-duty glue tabs to precision pullers, the demonstrations emphasized <strong>technique</strong>, <strong>tool quality</strong>, and <strong>repair efficiency</strong>—core values in modern dent repair.</p><p>Each competitor was randomly assigned a dent to repair after inspection and tool preparation. These tasks pushed their skills to the limit, especially in using <strong>non-invasive repair methods</strong> like glue pulling to achieve high-quality finishes without repainting.</p><h3>A Competition Fueled by Skill, Passion, and Camaraderie</h3><p>Saturday and Sunday were dedicated to competition. Repairs began at 10:00 a.m., and spectators could observe various approaches to complex dent repairs—from traditional <strong>paintless dent repair</strong> to advanced <strong>glue pull systems</strong>.</p><p>Camauto Pro’s <strong>CBH 300 system</strong>, <strong>hybrid knockdown tools</strong>, and <strong>slide hammers</strong> were among the tools showcased by many competitors. Each technician had one goal: deliver the cleanest, most seamless dent repair using the tools and strategies of their trade.</p><p>Once repairs concluded, judges evaluated each panel based on criteria like <strong>finish quality</strong>, <strong>technique</strong>, and <strong>tool efficiency</strong>. Results were kept sealed until the grand <strong>Gala Dinner</strong>, where winners were announced.</p><h3>Honoring Excellence in the Dent Repair Industry</h3><p><strong>Miroslav Hubenko</strong> from Ukraine took home <strong>1st place</strong>, with <strong>Menfis Hurachi</strong> from Brazil earning <strong>2nd place</strong>. All participants were recognized with certificates of participation and exclusive <strong>gift packages from Camauto</strong>, including premium <strong>GPR accessories</strong> and <strong>glue pull repair kits</strong>.</p><p>The competition was more than a contest—it was a celebration of craftsmanship, innovation, and global unity within the PDR & GPR community. As dent repair continues to evolve, events like this drive the industry forward, introducing new tools, sharing best practices, and honoring those who push the boundaries of excellence.</p>