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Collision Repair
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Tuesday, 20 December 2011 10:06 |
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Norcross, Georgia -- December 20, 2011 -- Collision centres across Canada and the United States will share the gift of transportation with 25 deserving families and members of their communities during the 13th annual AkzoNobel Acoat selected International Benevolence Program, held December 12th through the 23rd.
The Benevolence Program is a community service endeavour sponsored by AkzoNobel and conducted by collision repair centres that are members of the Sikkens Acoat selected program. Participating collision centres present refurbished cars to deserving individuals or organizations during the holiday season.
"Our Acoat selected members have refurbished and donated more than 325 cars since 1999,” notes North American Services Manager, Barry Rinehart. “This program has become even more relevant with the economic downturn that has impacted so many in the last few years. The gift of dependable transportation, that many of us take for granted, can be the turning point for some to get their life back on track. We are honoured to be associated with these businesses that ensure that others can have a better life.”
Each year the collision repair industry comes across cars that are “written off” by either the owner or the insurance company. Some of these "write offs" are merely older vehicles that can be made road-ready and safe with mechanical and body work. Employees at participating shops donate their time and labour to repair the vehicle. Once the vehicle is reconditioned, shops then work with local charitable organizations to help them identify an individual or group that is in need of a vehicle. Other gifts such as auto insurance, oil changes, car washes, grocery store gift cards, clothing, toys and books are often donated by local merchants to accompany the car.
The Acoat selected National Benevolence Program is sponsored by AkzoNobel Coatings Inc., and is for customers who use its Sikkens brand of automotive refinish products. To learn more, please visit the Acoat selected website at www.acoatna.com.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 20 December 2011 10:07 |
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Collision Repair
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Monday, 12 December 2011 13:02 |
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London, Ontario -- December 12, 2011 -- 3M has signed a five-year commercial pact with a relatively new stainless steel and aluminum distributor to create a stable of so-called disruptive products, including technology that could eliminate the need for paint on automobiles. The partnership with Chicago-based Shale-Inland is the latest in a consistent string of acquisitions and joint-ventures that 3M has assembled in pursuit of reaching $50 billion in revenue. The Minneapolis diversified conglomerate wants to grow twice as fast as its fastest-growing competitors.
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Collision Repair
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Tuesday, 06 December 2011 14:27 |
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Southfield, Michigan -- December 6, 2011 -- BASF Automotive Refinish today announced its COLOR-MAXmobile2 solid color tool. COLOR-MAXmobile2 is compact and portable and provides 531 colour chips in the palm of your hand. The chips are designed to be conveniently comparale to the vehicle with up to five colours on a single swatch.
According to BASF, their family of COLOR-MAX tools is the most advanced colour matching system in the industry in terms of accuracy, color range and ease of use. The new COLOR-MAXmobile2, now in its second generation, provides an unmatched level of quality and accuracy in a handy format that will help bodyshops be more productive.
BASF’s advanced design includes a larger range of chips for white, red and black colors. The deck contains what BASF considers to be the whitest whites and the darkest blacks available in refinish technology today. Using the COLOR-MAXmobile2, a paint technician can scan the entire range of colours by fanning out the swatch book. A hole in each chip is designed to allow easier viewing against a painted surface. The case allows the user to open the deck past 90 degrees for easier maneuverability.
All the colour chips are matched in R-M ONYX HDTM and Glasurit 90-LineTM, intended to ensure the best reproduction possible. "COLOR-MAXmobile2 is an accurate, inexpensive and powerful tool that will improve performance and save bodyshops and car enthusiasts time with the first use and everyday after that,” said Vitor Margaronis, Marketing Director, Coatings Solutions, North America.
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Last Updated on Wednesday, 07 December 2011 12:48 |
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Collision Repair
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Thursday, 01 December 2011 14:31 |
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Ajax, Ontario -- December 1, 2011 -- Athletes warm up before a competition. Motorists know that engine oil becomes thicker in the winter cold. Things are not all that different with clearcoats and hardeners, which also tend to become more viscous during the cold season if not stored properly.
According to Standox, paint material should have a temperature of 20°C (68°F) to 25 °C (77°F) for spraying, as this ensures the best reaction between the clearcoat and the hardener. Standox considers it virtually impossible to achieve perfect surface results with cold paint materials because it will inevitably produce flaws.
To the same effect, Standox notes that the temperature of the vehicle body can affect paint application. If the substrate is too cold, this will have an adverse impact on the flow and the surface finish.
Intended to ensure consistent quality, the labs at Standox test everything under standardized conditions, producing their clearcoats with a "defined viscosity." Standox recognizes that body shops cannot always guarantee the same perfect conditions as they can in their labs. While Standox products are designed to be relatively adaptable, certain minimum conditions must be ensured to avoid flaws. Processing and storage temperature of 20°C (68°F) is ideal.
If the product appears to be too viscous or the can feels cold to the touch, Standox recommends checking the temperature of the material prior to mixing. If the product is to cold, warm the product (can) in a warm water bucket or let it sit at proper room temperature until it reaches optimal storage temperature. Adding thinner in order to reduce the viscosity is not the right solution. This is not only bad for the environment and your wallet, but will also cause flaws such as orange peel. Adding more coats to achieve a smooth flow will do even more harm, as excessive coats may lead to blisters and sagging.
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Collision Repair
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Friday, 28 October 2011 09:23 |
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Hamilton, Ontario -- October 28, 2011 -- Starting October 31, 2011, Ontario’s collision repair facilities will be able to apply to a new environmental Registry. The new Registry will replace the Certificate of Approval that is required for all shops using either solvent or waterborne paint products.
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Last Updated on Friday, 28 October 2011 09:26 |
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