Ford Approves New Low-VOC PPG and Nexa Autocolor Products
A new line of low-VOC PPG and Nexa Autocolor clears, primers and sealers has received approval in North America for use on Ford cars and trucks. The approval is on a global basis and directed toward warranty repairs of Ford vehicles. The PPG and Nexa Autocolor products have all been produced specifically for use with
Two New Low-VOC Primers
U.S. Chemical has added two new low-VOC primers to its lineup – 2520 DTM Primer and 2720 2K Urethane Primer. The 2520 Primer is a fast-drying, high-build, direct-to-metal primer with excellent adhesion to bare metal. The 2720 2K Urethane Primer is a two-component acrylic urethane that’s easy to sand and can be applied to a
Low-VOC Primer Approved for Chrysler Repairs
PPG’s new SX1071 and Nexa Autocolor P565-9880 Etch Primers have received approval by Chrysler for warranty repairs. SX1071 is a low-VOC, 2-component acid etch primer designed to provide excellent adhesion and corrosion resistance to properly prepared steel and aluminum surfaces while offering fast dry characteristics. Part of the PPG OneChoice product line, P565-9880 is also
Chrysler Approves PPG’s Low-VOC Etch Primers
PPG’s new SX1071 and Nexa Autocolor P565-9880 Etch Primers have received approval by Chrysler Group, LLC., for warranty repairs on its vehicles. SX1071 is a low-VOC, two-component acid etch primer specifically designed to provide adhesion and corrosion resistance to properly prepared steel and aluminum surfaces while offering fast dry characteristics. It is part of the
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
Ford Approves PPG SX1071 Low-VOC Etch Prime for Warranty Repairs
Ford Motor Company has approved PPG’s new SX1071 Etch Prime for use in warranty repairs for its vehicles. SX1071, part of the PPG OneChoice product line, is a low-VOC, two-component acid etch primer specifically designed to provide adhesion and corrosion resistance to properly prepared steel and aluminum surfaces while offering fast dry characteristics, the compan
AkzoNobel to Launch Low-VOC True Color Primer System
AkzoNobel announced it has created a low-VOC upgrade for its Sikkens Colorbuild line to be launched in September – Colorbuild Plus 250, a low-VOC true color primer system. “Colorbuild Plus 250 will retain all of the Direct-to-Metal and Direct-to-Plastic properties that have aided in reducing labor and paint investments. Now, it will be completely compatible
Body Filler: Filling the Need
Best practices, tips, fun facts and history on that essential product in collision repair: body filler.
Green Facility Delivers Bottom-Line Impact for California Maaco
David Co didn’t plan to overhaul his facility to be environmentally friendly, but when he got a face full of sanding dust while walking through his Maaco location, he knew something had to be done.
Axalta Media Day 2022: A Closer Look at Coating Technologies
Axalta gave members of the collision repair media a tour of its new, 175,000-square-foot research and development facility.
