Plasnomic is a global authority advancing plastic repair through education, standardization, and repair-first methodologies
Chicago—Plasnomic has announced that Derrell Burgin, Senior Director—Physical Damage Claims at GEICO, has joined its Plastic Repair Alliance Council.
“Derrell represents the leadership this industry needs right now,” said Mario Dimovski, the head of the Plastic Repair Alliance Council. “He understands plastic repair from the shop floor to the claims office. His experience strengthens our commitment to unify best practices, elevate technical education, and build a framework the entire industry can rely on.”
Burgin brings more than 35 years of experience in physical damage. He began his career as a collision repair technician before advancing to shop estimator and ultimately moved into executive leadership within GEICO’s Physical Damage department, where he has served for more than 27 years.
Plasnomic said Burgin’s appointment comes at a critical time for the industry when plastic components — particularly polypropylene/EPDM bumper covers and headlamp assemblies — have become among the most frequently replaced and highest-cost items on modern claims.
Despite their prevalence, the collision ecosystem has historically lacked a centralized authority to define consistent best practices, create structured education pathways, and validate repair-first strategies supported by testing and compliance transparency.
From the beginning, Plasnomic said its mission has been clear. “Plastic repair must move from an optional skill to a globally recognized discipline supported by standards, science, and accountability,” said Plasnomic representatives. “Plasnomic is not simply participating in the evolution of collision repair,, it is building the foundation for how plastic repair will be defined, measured, and trusted worldwide.”
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