Celette Expands Distribution in Southeastern U.S.
Celette, Inc. has added four new distributors to its network in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic states. GA Spraybooths, a division of ACS, the largest automotive paint supplier in Georgia, is a full-service body shop and dealer supplier. They are aggressively expanding their presence in the structural repair market with the addition of the Celette line.
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Announces SEMA Plans
Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes announced it will have an expanded booth presence at the SEMA Show. The company will showcase new products and services, give an exclusive look at the 2010 Ford ROUSH Mustang and provide a meet-and-greet opportunity with NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer. Sherwin-Williams will exhibit at SEMA booth #25065, Nov. 2–5 at the Las
Auto Paint Supply Company Celebrates 40 Years
Auto Paint Supply Company, the only independent auto paint wholesaler in Central Virginia, is celebrating 40 years this year. Established in 1970 by Jimmy Myers and his father, James Myers, Sr., the mission was to “build a company that would raise the standard of excellence in the automotive paint industry.” “To be successful in this
ASA President Ron Pyle Calls NACE Turnout ‘Appropriate’ for Market
Automotive Service Association (ASA) President Ron Pyle probably had the quote of the week when, at the closing press conference of this year’s NACE held Oct. 10-13 in Las Vegas, he said, “I feel like a rescued Chilean miner.” What he was referring to was the relief he felt after determining, based on the number
Veteran Celette Distributor Stepping Aside
Celette, Inc. announced a change in its distribution network in the Southeast U.S. Gene Hamilton, owner of Sports & Imports, a multi-location collision repair and service network in the Atlanta, Ga., area, will be retiring as a dealer for Celette products and equipment, effective Oct. 11, 2010. "Gene has been a longtime supporter of Celette
SCRS Assembles Panel to Discuss Dynamics of Adapting a Waterborne Paint System at SEMA
The Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) is bringing together a half-dozen experts on waterborne paint for an informative, essential panel discussion on adapting a collision repair operation to a water-based refinishing system. The seminar, titled, "Waterborne: How to Stay Afloat," is part of SCRS’ Repairer Driven Education (RDE) series taking place at this year’s
EPA Gives Environmental Stewardship Award to Preston Autobody of Preston, Md.
Preston Autobody recently received an award for implementing the U.S. EPA’s Design for the Environment (DfE) Best Practices in Collision Repair. The EPA recognized Preston Autobody’s commitment to support the environment, protect workers and customers from harmful substances and prevent pollution, the Maryland shop says. To receive the EPA’s DfE Best Practices award, a business
EPA Considering Adopting Stricter Standard for Welding/Sanding By-Product Hexavalent Chromium
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a 60-day public comment period and a public listening session for the draft human health assessment of a toxicological review of hexavalent chromium. Hexavalent chromium (Cr6), a metal used in many industries — including automotive service and repair due to welding, sanding and grinding of some motor vehicle
UV Primers
Ultraviolet (UV) primer might be pricey, but consider the advantages and you might be sold on this amazing technology.
Used Suspensions and Remanufactured Wheels
Dye checking and magnafluxing are essential procedures for ensuring the integrity of used suspension parts and remanufactured wheels. And you can charge for this testing, too.
