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Sprays Like a Dream

Southern Polyurethanes’ Universal Clear is a state-of-the-art true polyurethane HS clear that’s water-like in color, hard to run, sprays like a dream, buffs great even months later and loves high heat and high humidity. Simply spray two coats then turn the booth fan off as soon as the overspray is gone. Call (706) 781-2220  

Portable Prep Station

The Mobile Work Station maximizes workspace and productivity. It can also provide significant savings on energy bills by eliminating the need to heat/cool make-up air, with no building or ventilation modifications required. Call (800) 242-6870.  

Maximum Management

Autobody.net features management-related products and services dedicated to the collision repair professional. Administration, pay plans, production management, job descriptions, estimating, customer service, forms, procedure guides and checklists are  available for instant download. Call (800) 491-1655. 

Fast-Drying Waterborne

The Envirobase High Performance system is PPG’s waterborne solution for collision centers looking to be ahead of current and impending North American VOC legislation. With a full range of non-stir, high-opacity toners, expect nothing less than superior color match. This compact system is easy to use and offers superior hiding and excellent productivity. With its

Advanced Waterborne

The HYDROLUX waterborne system delivers the speed, color accuracy and ease of use that shops need to ensure profitability. It features ultra-fast drying times, seamless integration with ChemSpec’s color tools and competitive pricing. Full coverage is achieved in just two coats, blending is easy and the  system is fully compatible with primers, clearcoats and other

Bill Addressing ‘Lack of Oversight’ of Body Shops Passes New Hampshire Senate

New Hampshire Senate Bill 55, which would establish a commission to study “all aspects of the collision repair industry,” passed the Senate Feb. 4. The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Betsi DeVries, said the bill addresses “the lack of adequate oversight and qualified mechanics” in the industry. According to the bill, areas the commission would study include:

Bill Addressing ‘Lack of Oversight’ of Body Shops Passes New Hampshire Senate

New Hampshire S.B. 55, which would establish a commission to study “all aspects of the collision repair industry,” passed the state senate Feb. 4. The bill’s sponsor, Sen. Betsi DeVries, said the bill addresses “the lack of adequate oversight and qualified mechanics” in the industry. According to the bill, areas the commission would study include:

Guns for Waterborne and Solventborne

Transtar’s HVLP spray guns (#6613, #6614 and #6617) produce high-quality finishes for many repairs with water-based and solvent-based coatings. Developed for production repairs, spot and panel refinishing and vehicle restor-ation, they’re easy to clean and maintain and operate at a minimum of 65 percent transfer efficiency.

Affordable Spraybooths

A-Frame’s bolt-together, 18-gauge steel spraybooths are made in the USA, come in many sizes and feature many extras. Auto booths include lights, fan and motor, single- or three-phase power, motor control panel and more – all for $4,995. Call (877) 338-3006.

Separate Shop Areas

Don’t have the space for a traditional Goff’s Curtain Wall? Now you can roll it up! Goff’s Motorized Rollup Curtain is great for separating paint booths, prep stations, metal shops and wash bays. Sizes up to 30’ are available as well as 12 color options. Call (800) 234-0337.  

Upgradeable Spraybooths

Marathon Spray Booths builds spraybooths with available upgrades that are in stock and ready to ship. Spray and cure heat systems include  advanced controls. Call (800) 919-9035

Eco-Friendly Spraybooths

GFS’s ECO  energy-efficient, ecologically friendly waterborne spraybooth and finishing systems are designed with features that will help you achieve faster drying times, low energy use and quality finishes in an ecologically responsible manner.