Axalta Coating Systems Acquires United Paint’s Automotive Interior Rigid Thermoplastics Coatings Business
Production will temporarily remain at United Paint’s Southfield, Mich., facilities and will transfer to Axalta’s facilities in a phased manner.
Technical: The Evolution of Plastic Repair
More and more damaged plastic parts are being saved from the scrap heap by new technology.
SEM Releases Standard Operating Procedure for Plastic Tab Repair
SEM’s SOP for plastic tab repair shows viewers how to efficiently repair most automotive plastic tabs for bumpers, mirror housings and more.
Ford Now Using Captured CO2 to Develop Foam and Plastic for Vehicles
Formulated with up to 50 percent CO2-based polyols, the foam is showing promise as it meets rigorous automotive test standards and could be employed in seating and under hood applications.
Langeman Manufacturing Releases PlazMask Plastic Sheeting
This paintable, easy-to-use protective film features a tear-open dispensing flap, allowing for a one-person application process.
Polyvance Releases New 6075 Bumper Mate 2 Plastic Repair Workstation
The new 6075 Bumper Mate 2 from Polyvance makes it easy for a repair technician to hold floppy plastic bumper covers solidly in place so repairs can be made most efficiently.
Urethane Supply Company Releases Cordless Rechargeable Plastic Stapler
The Hot Spot stapler includes a wide variety of specialty staples, allowing the user to strengthen virtually any type of thermoplastic repair, from inside and outside corners to narrow mounting tabs.
How They Work: Plastic Repair
More and more shops are repairing plastics today. Success usually follows for those who take the time to learn the correct methods to do it.
Professional Collision Equipment to Distribute Urethane Supply Nitrogen Plastic Welders in New Mexico and West Texas
Professional Collision Equipment is a new Chief Automotive distributor based in Abilene, Texas, owned by Guadalupe Hererra.
Carbon Fiber and Plastics Driving Automotive Innovation
The growing trend toward “lightweighting” vehicles is driven in large part by the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) fuel efficiency standards mandating 54.5 miles per gallon for auto fleets by 2025.