Talking to Body Shops that Have Made Waterborne Conversion
A check in with body shops on their progress in transitioning to waterborne paint reveals no major problems…as long as paint manufacturers’ guidelines are strictly adhered to.
Mobile Paint Repairs vs. Body Shop Paint Repairs
Body shops look at mobile painters as the enemy, stealing precious work away from them. But realizing the benefits these painters offer could change their perspectives.
It’s a Dirty Job
Dirt happens in the paint process. But there are some things you can do to keep it to a minimum and deliver the highest quality paint job to your customer.
What Kind of Repairs Do You Want to Do?
The only way to achieve consistent, quality repairs is to establish clearly defined goals and communicate them to your staff.
Old Equipment Can Cost You
My boss kept complaining about how much it cost him to pay for cut and buff, but then I realized it was me who was losing money due to his refusal to upgrade his spraybooth.
See the Light: The Importance of Good Lighting
Too many body shops work under poor lighting. But good lighting is absolutely
crucial if a shop wants to do quality work
in an efficient manner.
Case Study: Paint Protection Profits
Case File #1 Problem: Declining profit margins Solution: Offering paint protection service Shop #1 name: House of Color Location: Missoula, Mont. Owner: Lee Frank Shop #2 name: Centers 3 Collision Repair Location: Lynnwood, Wash. Owner: Dan Gilfeather A new add-on service helped these shop owners boost their bottom lines. R ody shop owner Lee Frank
Chalk One Up for the Little Guy
My firsthand account of taking Progressive to small claims court over refinish time…and winning.
Don’t ‘Air’ with Your Compressor
Here’s the latest on air compressor technology and basic maintenance tips to keep yours running efficiently
Fixing Paint Damage on Ford 500s and Mercury Montegos
A valued customer just visited your collision shop and pointed out that the paint is wearing off the rear quarter panel dogleg area of his 2005 Ford 500. You’ve seen this before and questioned the reasons behind it but never knew that Ford had published a repair procedure for it. This article describes the repair
Change is in the Air: Solvent-Based Paint to Waterborne Paint
Sooner, rather than later, it’s predicted the industry will transition from solvent-based paint to waterborne paint. And, as would be expected, there will be the usual amount of resistance and backlash. However, many in the industry are already embracing waterborne technology, whether forced by government regulation or of their own volition, and these pacesetters will