DeVilbiss Automotive Refinishing Introduces New TEKNA Clearcoat Spray Gun
The TEKNA Clearcoat gun features an all-new TE25 high efficiency air cap – the latest generation of DeVilbiss air caps, engineered to produce even material distribution and uniform atomization.
Axalta Introduces Syrox Waterborne Refinish Coating Brand in China
“Syrox, an affordable, compact refinish system, is designed to deliver higher productivity and ease of application to auto service suppliers and body shops,” the company said in a news release.
Axalta Announces New Training Options for Refinish Customers
Axalta now offers live virtual training classes and an enhanced Master Certification program, adding to its existing lineup of classroom, hands-on and e-learning options.
BASF Refinish Coatings Receives GM Global Refinish Approval
During a review by the GM Paint Engineering Team at BASF’s North American Coatings headquarters in Southfield, Mich., the Glasurit and R-M refinish systems met or exceeded all the refinish standards established by GM.
AkzoNobel Appoints New Canada Country Manager for Vehicle Refinishes
Sylvain Seguin, an employee at AkzoNobel since 2004, takes on the role after most recently serving as AkzoNobel’s regional sales leader for Performance Coatings Vehicle Refinishes.
Refinish: Habits of Efficiency
There are specific habits a painter can adopt to increase efficiency. And there are areas any shop can improve upon to increase overall efficiency.
Axalta’s Three Premium Refinish Brands Approved for Use by Volkswagen’s Italian Subsidiary
Under a new three-year agreement, Axalta’s three premium refinish brands – Cromax, Spies Hecker and Standox – are approved for use by Volkswagen’s Italian subsidiary, Volkswagen Group Italia.
Refinish Distributors Alliance Adds Albert Kemperle
The Refinish Distributors Alliance (RDA) has added Albert Kemperle, an Amityville, N.Y.-based paint, body and equipment distributor.
UK’s Top Young Refinishers Competed at 3M Automotive Refinish Center
Top young performers in automotive refinishing competed at the 3M Automotive Refinish Center (ARC) for a chance to represent the UK in a prestigious global contest.
Complex Automotive Refinishes of Today
Even though refinishes today are more complex than ever before, every generation of painter has experienced challenges. It really comes down to the painter’s mindset.
