Frank Harvey Gromm

Daniel Gromm [contact link] Daniel Gromm Dent Dynamics I founded Dent Dynamics in 1993. Immediately I saw a need for new tool designs so I started a Paintless Dent Removal tool company. In 1994, I opened my first retail location.  When I started out the public wasn’t aware of PDR and my retail business was slow in the beginning.  I offered PDR training to new techs and tool sales to supplement my income.  The extra income helped to keep my retail location open in the early days.  I found out that I enjoyed designing tools rather than manufacturing them.  At that time, I was the only tool maker forging flat tools which was very expensive, but in my opinion a better way of making thinner stronger tools.  When more tool companies came into the market I got out, but I still enjoyed designing new tools for our industry.   In 2007, I designed the world’s first Motorcycle PDR system.  The system includes the Tank Vice (that will hold any make and model of motorcycle tank and fender) and specifically designed for motorcycles tanks. I am proud to say that all my tools are made in the USA.  Repairing motorcycle tanks can be extremely difficult even for a season veteran and for me it was a new challenge. One of the things I enjoy most is helping motorcycle owners restore their vintage motorcycles. After moving my location a couple of times I decided to purchase a building in 2007 where my business currently resides.  I feel it is important to have a fun atmosphere in my shop.  I incorporated my hobby of collecting gas, oil, and vending machine memorabilia into a 1950s theme garage.  Great service is what I strive for in my shop.   In 2016, I created PDR Tool Time podcast with Myke Toledo and Vince D’Alessandro. Our goal is to highlight new tools and toolmakers in the industry, reviewing their products and bringing new tools to market. We consult on and help improve tool designs. We have now created our 219th episode. Currently, I have 10 tools on the market which include the Hawg PDR Glue and Hawg Tabs, a PDR glue for motorcycles and automobiles. Other new tools released are the Balloon Tip tool set from Blehm Tools and the 144 Blending Hammer and CT Hustle Stick from Carbon Tech. I am seeing a need in the body shop industry. Revealing systems I have been doing for years to help the Body shop industry multiple metals to deal with and glue doesn’t discriminate to it works. Improve Cycle times and keeping the integrity of the metal. Developing a new Glue pull system for body shop improving their cycle time and integrity of the panels.