Automotive Refinish: Profitability in the Paint Shop
With tighter profit margins today, we need to track our paint and materials usage and a host of other numbers. After all, if you can’t measure it,
you can’t manage it.
PPG Introduces MeasureColor Mobile Color-Matching App
MeasureColor Mobile, available in the United States and Canada, combines cloud technology with a handheld, Bluetooth-enabled scanning device to read a color, interpret the data and quickly send the closest PPG color match to the app on a customer’s tablet or smartphone.
Martech Model 50-WB Produces Breathable Air for Workers, Superior Air for Spraying
As the use of waterborne paints becomes more popular and in some areas required, the need for clean and dry compressed sprayable air is a critical component.
PPG Completes Colorful Communities Project at Laura’s Home in Cleveland
The project brought together eight PPG volunteers, who spent eight hours revitalizing two family lounges at Laura’s Home.
PPG Receives CIO 100 Award for PaintManager XI Software
The 31st annual award program recognizes organizations around the world that exemplify the highest level of operational and strategic excellence in information technology (IT).
SEM Introduces OEM-Matched Coating for Automotive Trim Components
Named for its exemplary qualities, Trim Black Ultra provides a spray gun-like application and finish, fast coverage, adhesion to a multitude of substrates, and superior UV resistance, according to the company.
BASF Named a General Motors Supplier of the Year for 13th Time
The award goes to suppliers that distinguish themselves by meeting performance metrics for quality, execution, innovation and total enterprise cost.
BASF Expands Single-Line Distribution with New Stores in New Jersey, Pennsylvania
BASF ColorSource distributors provide collision centers with expertise in BASF products and services.
Matrix Automotive Finishes Looking for Vehicles for 2019 ‘Mavericks of Color’ Calendar
The calendar recognizes the incredible work of painters that are using Matrix-brand products in their shop.
Mercedes-Benz Chooses AkzoNobel as Recommended Supplier for Automotive Refinishes in China
The agreement, which follows extensive analysis and tests on AkzoNobel’s products and business processes, means the company has become a certified supplier of vehicle refinishes to more than 50 automotive companies in China over the last 20 years.
FinishMaster Anniversary
On April 25, 1968, in Grand Rapids, Mich., founder Jim White completed FinishMaster’s first transaction with the aspiration of delivering automotive aftermarket products to collision repair shops.
BASF Expert to Discuss OEM Influence on Collision Repair Industry in Webinar for Refinish Distributors Alliance Customers
Jeff Wildman will provide details on the changes in the collision industry, the extent of OEM influence and how it will continue to affect collision centers.
