Dead Center® Ice Round Finishing Glue Tabs

KECO Dead Center® Finishing Tabs — Precision PDR Tabs for Clean, Controlled Dent Repair

The KECO Dead Center® Finishing Tabs are designed for professional paintless dent repair (PDR) technicians who demand the highest level of control and precision during the final stages of dent removal. These finishing tabs incorporate KECO’s patented Dead Center technology, which optimizes force distribution for a strong, focused pull while allowing flexibility around the edges to prevent over-pulling and damage to surrounding metal.

Dead Center® Finishing Tabs provide a smooth, reliable glue surface that maximizes adhesion and pull strength. Available in both rigid Ice and flexible Blue materials, these tabs are engineered to meet the unique needs of varying panel materials and dent types, ensuring clean, fast, and precise results every time.

What is Dead Center Technology?

KECO’s patented Dead Center technology is the foundation of these finishing tabs. It refers to the engineered relationship between the tab’s face thickness and the neck diameter. This ratio is designed to focus lifting power at the exact center of the tab, where dent repair requires the most force. Meanwhile, the neck’s design allows the edges to flex subtly during pulling, which helps to prevent over-pulling, metal distortion, or paint damage.

This balance of rigidity and flexibility ensures that technicians can confidently apply strong pulling forces without risking panel damage or excess metal stretch, leading to smoother repairs and a higher quality finish.

Key Features and Benefits

Patented Dead Center Technology
The innovative neck-to-face ratio provides the best possible rigid center pull combined with edge flex. This design makes it possible to achieve powerful, clean lifts while safeguarding delicate surrounding areas.

Smooth Face for Optimal Glue Adhesion
A flat, smooth surface promotes secure glue bonding, maximizing pull efficiency and minimizing the risk of tab slippage or glue failure during the repair.

Material Options

• Ice Material: This is a very strong and rigid formula engineered for maximum pull strength and energy transfer. Ice tabs excel on tougher dents requiring high power and consistent results.

• Blue Material: This formula offers more flexibility and vibration absorption. It is ideal for more delicate panels or finishes where controlled, less aggressive pulling is necessary.

Clean and Precise Pulls
The engineered design leads to fast dent knockdowns with minimal effort, reducing the time spent on finishing and touch-up work.

Reduced Over-Pulling Risks
The flexible edges protect panels from damage, making these tabs safe for use on sharp creases, thin metal, and delicate paint surfaces.

Materials and Construction

KECO’s finishing tabs are made from high-quality polymers that provide durability and resistance to wear and tear. The Ice material stands out for its exceptional rigidity, ensuring power and stability in tough dent removal scenarios. The Blue material adds flexibility and resilience, absorbing vibrations and distributing pulling forces more gently, which is crucial on fragile or thinner metals.

Both materials maintain excellent glue compatibility, ensuring secure adhesion throughout the repair process.

Applications

Dead Center® Finishing Tabs are ideal for:

• Final stage dent repairs requiring precision control

• Crease dents and sharp valleys where excess force can cause damage

• Thin or sensitive panels needing careful, flexible pulling

• Use with a variety of PDR pulling tools, including slide hammers, mini lifters, and glue pullers

• Professional repair shops and mobile PDR technicians aiming for high-quality results

Using Dead Center® Finishing Tabs

1. Surface Preparation: Clean the damaged panel to remove any dirt, wax, or grease that could compromise glue adhesion.

2. Glue Application: Heat and apply PDR glue evenly on the tab’s smooth face.

3. Tab Placement: Position the tab precisely on the dent, ensuring the convex shape conforms to the panel surface.

4. Glue Curing: Allow the glue to set completely according to manufacturer instructions for optimal bonding.

5. Pulling Process: Attach your PDR pulling tool and apply steady, controlled force. The rigid center ensures effective dent lifting, while flexible edges absorb excess stress to avoid panel damage.

6. Assessment: After pulling, inspect the repair and reposition tabs as needed for finishing touches.

Compatibility

Dead Center® Finishing Tabs fit with all standard PDR glue pulling tools. They are fully compatible with KECO’s full line of pulling equipment but can also be used with most major brands of slide hammers, mini lifters, and knockdown tools.

Maintenance Tips

• Clean tabs after each use to remove glue residue using recommended solvents.

• Store tabs in original packaging or a dedicated organizer to avoid damage and loss.

• Inspect tabs regularly for wear or damage and replace them to maintain pulling efficiency and safety.

Why Choose KECO Dead Center® Finishing Tabs?

For PDR professionals, the goal is always to deliver flawless dent repairs efficiently and reliably. Dead Center® Finishing Tabs make this possible by combining engineering precision with practical usability. They reduce the risk of panel damage, speed up repair times, and provide a consistent, professional finish.

Their patented design and material versatility place them at the forefront of finishing tab technology, trusted by technicians worldwide for delivering superior results in the most demanding repair scenarios.