Sherwin-Williams Introduces Ultra 9K Waterborne Basecoat System
Sherwin-Williams, through its Automotive Finishes division, has introduced what it says is its best basecoat ever: the Ultra 9K Waterborne Basecoat System, combining productive speed and system design to help shops dramatically increase volume.
Martech Model 50-WB Produces Breathable Air for Workers, Superior Air for Spraying
As the use of waterborne paints becomes more popular and in some areas required, the need for clean and dry compressed sprayable air is a critical component.
Perfect Auto Body Shop Paint Job: Achieve a ‘No-Buffer’
The holy grail of the paint shop is a dirt-free paint job – a no-buffer. And we don’t achieve it by hope and prayer.
Frost & Sullivan Recognizes Axalta Coating Systems with Global Market Leadership Award
Based on its recent analysis of the automotive refinish coatings market, Frost & Sullivan has recognized Axalta Coating Systems with the 2017 Global Market Leadership Award.
BASF Refinish Coatings Receives GM Global Refinish Approval
During a review by the GM Paint Engineering Team at BASF’s North American Coatings headquarters in Southfield, Mich., the Glasurit and R-M refinish systems met or exceeded all the refinish standards established by GM.
Waterborne/Low-VOC: Where Are We Today?
Slow adoption of regulations and a changing of the guard in Washington have taken the spotlight off waterborne/low-VOC paint.
Martech Introduces Waterborne Breathable Air Combo System
The Model 50-WB Waterborne Breathable Air Combo System from Martech Services can process up to 50 SCFM of breathable air or 35 SCFM of ultra-clean and ultra-dry air, or any combination within those parameters.
Refinish: The Painter’s Toolbox
A painter’s toolbox shouldn’t just include equipment but also intellectual resources as well as education and training to further their knowledge and development.
Walmec AMD-035 Membrane Dryer for Ultra Clean and Dry Air
The AMD-035 Membrane Dryer is the best choice for waterborne paint applications or other sensitive tasks that require the highest standard of clean and dry compressed air.
Cover Story: Priming Pinchwelds
There’s a lot more to installing glass than you think, such as properly prepping the steel and aluminum. With all shops offering a lifetime warranty on repairs, it’s important to follow the proper procedures.
