On August 22nd, the Society of Collision Repair Specialists (SCRS) will begin a week-long research project in coordination with the major North American refinish companies to study the delta between the time necessary to perform a full refinish on a panel, and the time necessary to blend the panel. Blending is defined as the application […]
Rhode Island Legislators Plan Vote to Overturn Governor’s Vetoes of Collision Repair Bills
The legislation that was vetoed in July revises Rhode Island’s unfair claims practices regulations related to sublet markup and refinish materials calculations among other items. The Rhode Island House and the Senate announced last week it will return to session on Tuesday, January 4 at the State House to finish up several matters from the […]
PPG Expands Online Training Options for Collision Repair Centers with Knowledge College Launch
PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced the launch of the PPG Knowledge College online learning management system, which provides the refinish industry with a comprehensive online training program for automotive and commercial finishing systems and professional business development. “The PPG Knowledge College program offers our customers great flexibility since it allows the student to decide the best […]
PPG Introduces Waterborne Low-Gloss Clearcoat System
PPG (NYSE:PPG) announced the launch of its 2.1 Low VOC Matte and Semi-Gloss Clearcoats for use with the Envirobase High Performance basecoat system in the United States and Canada. Comprised of two premium-quality 2K acrylic urethane clears, the system can reproduce a range of gloss levels—making it ideal for performing refinish repairs on low-gloss finishes […]
Rhode Island Legislation Seeks to Clarify Paint, Body and Refinish Materials Payment Regulations
Bills specify examples of materials calculators. Requires vehicle owner written consent if insurer not retaining salvage. Prohibits insurers refusing to pay for sublet services. Two bills introduced in Rhode Island seek to update Unfair Claims Practices laws to provide specific examples of materials calculation systems and add a requirement that insurers get written consent from […]
Sherwin-Williams Introduces New Solvent Refinish System
Sherwin-Williams, through its Automotive Finishes division, announced it recently introduced its Ultra BC8 Refinish System. European-designed for simplicity and accuracy, Ultra BC8 features a compact system with 65 toners delivering on both color intensity and brilliance. Sherwin-Williams complemented this new color system with its PREMIUM brand of powerhouse primer surfacers and sealers and show-quality clears. […]
BASF Launches Glasurit 100 Line Waterborne System
Glasurit, the premium refinish paint brand of BASF, introduced its most advanced waterborne basecoat system – 100 Line. Focusing on a new standard of sustainability, process efficiency and highest product quality, the new line meets the highest requirements of modern body shops. The 100 Line helps customers become more competitive and increase net profits, improve […]
BASF Accepting Submissions for 2021 R-M Calendar Until July 17
BASF is collecting submissions to compete for a spot in the 2021 R-M calendar that will be distributed to collision repair shops and car enthusiasts across the US and Canada. Vehicles painted with R-M products can be submitted online until July 17. Winners will be notified during the month of July. Photos containing watermarks, logos […]
Axalta Offers Expanded Live Virtual Training for Refinish Customers Globally
Axalta (NYSE:AXTA) today announced it has expanded its live virtual continuous learning courses for Refinish customers globally while they follow shelter-in-place orders during the coronavirus pandemic. Each virtual class provides live, interactive instruction from Axalta’s expert training team via webcast. “We value our customers and are pleased to offer paint and body shop technicians the […]
Tradiebot Introduces Virtual Spray-Painting Training Simulator
System designed to introduce next-generation of technicians to painting skills. After 18 months of research and development Tradiebot announced the launch of SprayVIS. The Virtual Reality spray-painting training simulator and software was fully developed and manufactured in Australia, targeting the next generation of technicians honing their skills within the comfort of a classroom, training center […]