Ergonomic Sanding
AirVANTAGE Sanders are ergonomically designed to deliver greater control, balance and comfort. The motors generate up to .28 hp for fast, efficient performance. They’re available in a variety of models: non-vacuum, central vacuum and self-generating vacuum. Visit www.airvantagetools.com.
Clean and Prep
Rapid Tac Inc. has been manufacturing a full line of graphic preparation, application and removal products since 1987. Try the non-hazardous, water-based Rapid Prep for pre-paint cleaning prep needs. This professional formula penetrates and pulls out silicone, wax, grease, oil and similar residues for a fish eye-free paint finish. MSDS sheets are available at www.rapidtac.com.
Expand Your Profits
If you purchased a mobile SodaBlaster one year ago and blasted just 10 hours a week since then, you could have banked $156,000. Use the system for graffiti removal, fire restoration or paint stripping. Its non-abrasive cleaning and coating removal method can be safely used on almost all surfaces without the use of harsh chemicals.
Preparing a Body Shop for Waterborne Paint Conversion
Waterborne is better for the environment and has some unique and beneficial advantages. But it isn’t a switch that should be made on a whim.
Part 3 of a three-part series.
Complete Paint Prep System
Presta Products has added two new products to its Scuff Stuff line. The Scuff Stuff BlenPad will provide a 1,000-grit equivalent sand scratch when used with Scuff Stuff. The foam creates a more even and uniform scratch profile than traditional grey scuff pads by distributing consistent hand pressure across the surface. Pre-Paint Cleaner is a
High Quality Sandpaper
Ali Industries’ Finish 1st Automotive Finishing System features high-quality sandpaper products and sandpaper tools. Wet and dry sandpapers are available in a variety of sizes and shapes, and the line also features two waterproof sandpaper tools – the AutoZip Sander and ZipXL – and a waterproof sanding sponge holder – the AutoZip Sponge Holder.
Complete Cleaning and Stripping Solutions
SodaBlast Systems’ affordable Blast Cabinet cleans every part of an engine rebuild. Combined with the portable unit, a panel can be stripped in minutes, and critical parts such as valve bodies and fundamental passageways can be precision-cleaned to eliminate premature failures in rebuilt engines. This system uses a non-abrasive cleaning and coating removal method which
Remove Fine Sanding Marks
Farécla’s G3 Production Compound is the world’s leading general use liquid compound, setting a benchmark standard in surface finishing. The easy to use, one step system provides a rapid cutting action with a water-based, diminishing abrasive formula that quickly and permanently removes P1500 or finer sanding marks from all modern refinish paint systems.
Rotary and Random Orbital Action
The new Rotary/ Random Orbital Sanding Head allows the user to switch from rotary to random orbital action with the push of a button. Utilizing either an electric or air-powered tool, the user operates the pad in a rotary (cut) mode for buffing and removing dust nibs, light scratches, oxidation and “orange peel.” Then, switch
3M Acquires K&H Surface Technologies Pty. Ltd.
3M announced today it has acquired K&H Surface Technologies Pty. Ltd., an Australia-based manufacturing company specializing in a range of products for the automotive refinish markets. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. K&H employs about 60 people at its Melbourne headquarters. K&H’s surface preparation and auto retail products, body fillers and mold release agents