Ready-to-Spray Blender
EZ Blend Edge Blender MX-840 is a ready-to-spray blending solvent used to dissolve the edges of single-stage or clearcoat systems. Designed to give an invisible blend without causing edge lift, EZ Blend saves time and labor and eliminates sanding and buffing dry edges. Visit www.matrixsystem.com.
AkzoNobel, Global Finishing Solutions Commit to Sponsoring BSB Waterborne Conference
As momentum continues to build for the 2009 BodyShop Business Waterborne Conference, AkzoNobel and Global Finishing Solutions (GFS) have become the latest companies to commit to sponsoring the highly anticipated event. “GFS recognizes that there is a lot of confusion and misinformation circulating about waterborne coatings and the equipment required to spray it,” said Jonathan
Last Chance to Get Early-Bird Pricing for BSB Waterborne Conference!
Did you know that the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC) in the northeastern United States has looked at implementing the same waterborne (low-VOC) basecoat mandates for member states that California has? (Click HERE to read story). That should be evidence enough that waterborne is coming to your region soon! There should be no delay, then, in
Sherwin-Williams Latest Sponsor of BodyShop Business Waterborne Conference
The excitement continues for the 2009 BodyShop Business Waterborne Conference as another company, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes, has agreed to sponsor the event aimed at educating collision repairers about low-VOC basecoats and the environmental regulations that will mandate their use. “When we first learned about the waterborne conference, we knew it would be critical to take
Freeze Frame
Over the last 50 years or so, frame machines have evolved from basic garage-built machines to high-tech modern marvels.
Small Cars Make Big Safety Improvements for 2009
Thanks to improvements like standard side airbags, small cars are becoming better equipped to protect motorists in serious crashes, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), which has released its 2009 Top Safety Picks. “Automakers have made big improvements to small cars to better protect people in frontal crashes,” said Joe Nolan, IIHS
Boost Your Bottom Line with Refinish Solutions
The Refinish Solutions Line offers outstanding value for the collision repair shop seeking high performance from a refinish system at an economical price. This intermix system includes a complete line of basecoats, topcoats and clears to fit the specific needs and cost considerations of any body shop.
2007 Import Color Book
Matrix System’s new 2007 Import Color Book is designed to provide accurate color information for the 2007 model year. Use it with the AccuShade Color Retrieval System to save time and increase productivity. Similar to the ’07 Domestic Color Book, the die-cut color chips allow for accurate color evaluation for repair and body work. This
Reproduce OEM Colors
This MSPX Series Xirallic pearl is a powdered pearl concentrate designed to help reproduce 2007 and 2008 OEM vehicle colors. It can be mixed into Accu-Shade Intermix System formulas or by itself. It will add exciting pearl tones to any custom project for just the effect you’re looking for. Visit www.matrixsystem.com.
VeriFacts Offers Free OEM Wheel Repair Chart
As a service to the industry, VeriFacts Automotive is offering a free Wheel Repair Matrix that contains manufacturer recommendations for steel and aluminum wheel repair from 10 vehicle brands. The matrix covers procedures such as welding, straightening, sanding and re-machining. VeriFacts serves collision repair professionals with state-of-the-art information, coaching and other resources to help them