Lighting, Air, Booth Filters and Signs
Buy and install more lights, re-pipe the shop with copper or aluminum air lines, buy the most expensive spraybooth filters and replace them frequently, and create attractive signs that tell the world why your shop is the best.
Buying Tips: Air Compressors
Atlas Copco For collision repair facilities, it’s imperative to choose an air compressor that delivers 100 percent oil-free compressed air. The presence of oil in compressed air prevents the adhesion of the paint to the car surface and causes beading, which negatively affects the quality of the finish. Only ISO 8573-1-certified class zero oil-free compressors provide
Nitroheat Expands in Oregon
Relocation to 10,000-square-foot manufacturing warehouse will accommodate expanding inventory and order fulfillment.
Kaeser Compressors Offers Tips on Receiver Tank Placement
Expert Michael Camber answers the frequently asked question, “Where should I place the receiver tank in my compressed air system?”
Create 40 Percent Less Overspray
Featuring the Apollo 7500 multi-function spray gun, the 1050VR offers advanced technology to effectively handle waterborne paints and coatings.
Waterborne: A Healthier, Greener Environment
The body shop at Mercedes-Benz Manhattan looks at using waterborne paint as doing their part to help the environment – and improve their employees’ health.
Beating the Heat: Waterborne in High Humidity
Champion’s Collision Center was skeptical that waterborne would work in humid Houston, Texas. But four years after the switch, they’re ahead of the curve and running smoothly.
Kaeser Compressors Releases Downloadable Whitepaper
Blog entry explains importance of using CAGI data sheets in competitive comparisons.
Kaeser Compressors to Be Featured on ‘Fast N’ Loud’ TV Show
Two of manufacturer’s 15-hp rotary screw compressors will provide air for Gas Monkey Garage, the shop featured on Discover Channel’s original series.
Virginia Body Shop Owner Invents New Waterborne Drying Device
Frustration with tripod stands leads to development of flexible arm that can be affixed to booth walls via magnets.
