Refinish System for Value-Conscious Shops
The Wanda re- finish system for value-conscious shops brings basecoat color, clearcoat and hardener together in one “Smart Pack.” For a trial offer, visit www.wandarefinish.com/smartpack.
Non-Hazardous Gun Cleaner
The Bonny Marlin is a zero-hazardous waste, non-hazard- ous paint gun cleaning and recycling system that uses an EPA-recognized, non-hazardous solution to clean waterborne and solventborne paints. The cleaning solution is used over and over. Lacquer thinner and electric recyclers aren’t needed. Visit www.bonnymarlin.com.
Clean, Dry, Oil-Free Air
The new QC3 Air Filtration System is efficient and produces clean, dry and oil-free air for paint applications and service outlets. The quick-change bowl with inlet air valve accommodates rapid, trouble-free maintenance without shutting off main shop air. The quick-change, 3-in-1 cartridge with larger filter media provides longer life than disposable dryers. Visit www.autorefinishdevilbiss.com.
Proven Waterborne System
Available in the European Union since 2006, the Pro-Spray H2O waterborne system offers European and North American shops converting to waterborne a proven, compliant and easy-to-use system. Pearl, aluminum, xirallic and solid shake-and-pour toners mix to provide one of the most comprehensive ranges of waterborne color formulas available. No special mixing equipment is needed and
High-Production Clear Coat
The new Permasolid HS Optimum Clear Coat 8600 is easy to apply, highly productive, and has an excellent build and brilliant finish. Apply in only one-and-a-half coats with only a 15-minute bake time. This high solids National Rule clear offers significantly greater square foot coverage compared with most other clears and works with the new
Crush Cans in Seconds
The new RP-6KC air-operated Can Crusher will crush paint and other types of cans in seconds and solves environmental disposal issues by reducing waste and disposal costs by 90 percent. Crushed filters are no longer classified as hazardous and can be transferred to a metal recycler or disposal site with no long-term toxic cleanup liability.
Breakthrough Waterborne Technology
Hydrolux basecoat system features the latest technologies to deliver superior performance. These new raw materials have eliminated some problems such as short shelf-life, temperature sensitivity and the inability of toners to be exposed to sub-zero temperatures during storage or transportation. It’s also capable of matching over 140,000 international car and motorcycle colors. Call (800) 328-4892
No Mix Low VOC Basecoat
The No Mix Low VOC Base- coat System complies with new Southern California and pending Canadian automotive refinish regulations (3.5 lbs/gal; 420 g/l). It offers the same metallic, pearl and xirallic toners as No Mix Basecoat, and customers will still have access to over 175,000 formulas and a full array of alternate formulas. Like its
High Gloss Clearcoat
PPG Automotive Refinish has introduced D8152 Performance + Glamour Clearcoat, part of its Global Refinish System line. PPG says this clearcoat is easy to apply and buff, and is designed for use over Global BC and Envirobase High Performance basecoats. In addition, D8152 is suitable for hot or humid conditions. A new hardener package, D8370/D8373,
3M Acquires Dedication to Detail
3M has acquired Dedication to Detail, a Philadelphia-based manufacturer of paint finishing systems including buffing and polishing pads. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition of Dedication to Detail builds on 3M’s range of vehicle appearance products with the addition of patented quick release double-sided foam and wool pads sold under "The Edge"