Buyer Education: Spray Guns
Spray guns have come a long way since they first hit the market, and the universe has expanded. A look at their history and the many different types available will give us a greater appreciation for these marvels.
Auto Body Frame Machine Purchasing Tips
Frame machines come in all shapes, sizes and capabilities. The more you know about them, the better buying decisions you can make.
GFS Announces the Launch of Finishing Academy Paint Booth Training Website
GFS has launched a new paint booth educational resource site, the Finishing Academy (www.finishingacademy.com). GFS says it has always placed a great deal of emphasis on the importance of best practices in the paint booth operation and maintenance. This resulted in the development of the Finishing Academy, a place for new painters and spray booth
AAIA Issues Complaint to FTC in Defense of Aftermarket Parts
Last week, American Honda released position statements on Honda and Acura Genuine Parts, which state that failing to repair Honda and Acura vehicles with OEM parts could compromise vehicle safety and performance, along with warranties. As a result, the Automotive Aftermarket Industry Association (AAIA) announced that it has filed a formal complaint with the Federal
Compressed Air and Waterborne: What You Need to Know
Before shops convert to waterborne/low-VOC basecoats, they need to evaluate whether their compressed air systems will support the conversion.
Spray Finishing Training Sponsored by DeVilbiss, Binks & Owens Community College
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day intensive training program is scheduled for Nov. 10-12 in Toledo, Ohio. Classes meet from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the college and include both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two Continuing Education Units are awarded. Attendees
How to Retrofit a Spraybooth for Waterborne
“Makeover” shows are all the rage on TV today, but none concentrate on making over spraybooths for waterborne/low-VOC basecoats. So what do you need to do to restyle your booth? Listen up and your booth could become the height of fashion…and efficiency.
Spray Finishing Training Sponsored by DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a Spray Finishing Technology Workshop. This three-day intensive training program is scheduled Sept. 8-10 in Toledo, Ohio. Classes meet from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily at the college and include both classroom and hands-on sessions. Two Continuing Education Units are awarded. Attendees should
Featheredge, Prime and Block is Not a Body Procedure
The EPA’s new 6H Rule proves that Featheredge, Prime and Block (FPB) is a paint procedure, not a body procedure. Here’s how the 6H Rule applies to FPB and what the possible penalties are for failing to comply.
DeVilbiss Offering Three-Day Spray Finishing Training Program
DeVilbiss, Binks and Owens Community College have teamed up to present a spray finishing technology workshop. The intensive, three-day program will be held May 19-21 at Owens Community College in Toledo, Ohio, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The program includes hands-on training and classroom sessions, and attendees earn two continuing education credits