I-CAR Launching Waterborne Training Program - BodyShop Business

I-CAR Launching Waterborne Training Program

Those interested in waterborne refinish systems will soon have a new training resource from I-CAR. On March 2, I-CAR will launch its Waterborne Products, Systems and Application (REF07) live training program.  

Inter-industry interest in waterborne refinish systems continues to grow as repairers look toward not only compliance with existing regulations, but also the environmental protection and marketing benefits of these new systems.

“Interest in waterborne systems and the conversion process is not limited to areas where refinishers are required to use low-VOC paint systems to comply with environmental regulations,” said Jason Bartanen, I-CAR Technical Director. “Repair facilities worldwide are converting to waterborne refinish paint systems to both comply with existing and upcoming regulations that have been announced, and to prepare their operations for the future.”

The training program details:

• Types of waterborne materials in use

• Differences between waterborne and solvent-borne systems

• Surface preparation and equipment requirements

• Drying processes

• Storage and waste disposal considerations

• Typical conversion processes

Registration for Waterborne Products, Systems and Application is open for classes beginning March 2. New classes are added to I-CAR’s schedule on a continuing basis. For more information, visit www.i-car.com or call (800) 422-7872.

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