Ford Warns Against Clearcoat Blending
The Ford Motor Company has released a new position statement on the practice of clearcoat blending, which the automaker says it doesn’t recommend because it affects paint company warranties and causes edges to lift around repairs over time. The position statement reads: Ford Motor Company does not condone or recommend the procedure of clearcoat blending
PPG to Join West Coast Customs at SEMA
PPG Automotive Refinish is teaming up with custom car builders West Coast Customs for the 2009 SEMA Show to be held Nov. 3-6 at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nev. As part of its SEMA exhibit, West Coast Customs will display 20 of its most dramatic custom vehicles – all painted with
SATA Rolls Out Limited Edition SATAjet 3000 FOOSE Design Spray Gun
SATA has announced the release of its the new, limited edition FOOSE Design SATAjet 3000 spray gun. From the creator and star of the popular TV show “Overhaulin,’” SATA says these specially designed spray guns epitomize Chip Foose’s passion for quality and attention to detail. Apart from the technical features of the SATAjet 3000 B
SHOP PROFILE: Shedding DRPs for Survival
Too many concessions and too few vehicles made profiting from insurer relationships too difficult for this family business. So they concentrated on what they do best: quality repairs, excellent customer service and savvy marketing.
COVER STORY: Win Fans for Life
By giving customers the ultimate service experience and treating them with gratitude, empathy and respect, you can earn their lifelong loyalty and increase your sales more than you ever thought possible.
Sherwin-Williams Highlighting Lean, Giving Away Grills at NACE
Visitors to Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Corp.’s (SWAFC) booth at the upcoming International Autobody Congress & Exposition (NACE) will learn about improving productivity with the company’s HP Process with Air-Dry Technology. SWAFC says the HP Process stands for higher productivity, higher performance and higher profits. The proprietary air-dry technology removes the need for baking and achieves
Low-Profile Retrofit Towers
GFS AdvanceCure retrofit towers work well with older paint booths that may have hard-to-fit applications. The low-profile towers can be placed almost anywhere, including inside prep stations, and use a remotely located motor and intake filter to provide universal compatibility. Visit www.globalfinishing.com.
Low-VOC Clearcoat
The 2.1 Low-VOC Light Speed Clearcoat delivers an exceptional gloss finish to every vehicle. It features excellent flow characteristics, making it easy to spray. The higher film build ensures perfect depth and gloss characteristics with the application of only two coats. It’s fully compatible with the range of MS hardeners and produces an extremely durable
$92,000 Giveaway at NACE
Chassis Liner and Accudraft are offering a $92,000 Stimulus Package Giveaway at NACE 2009. One lucky NACE 2009 attendee will win an extreme shop package that includes the Lift ’N Rak Pro (valued at $7,000) and an Accudraft TITAN (valued at $85,000). Visit www.accudraftpaintbooths.com.
No-Bake Clearcoats
HP Process products use proprietary air-dry technology to remove the need for baking. It achieves a fast cure time at ambient (70-75°F) room temperatures, allowing for same-day repairs. The HPC15 Clearcoat can achieve a 15-minute cure that can be sanded, polished and delivered to the customer. Visit www.sherwin-automotive.com.
