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Nordson says its Trilogy spray gun provides highest kV for painting

Tuesday, 13 November 2012 14:28

Amherst, Ohio -- November 13, 2012 -- Nordson Corporation says its Trilogy Electrostatic Spray Gun System delivers the highest kV in the industry at 93 kV, thereby increasing transfer efficiency, reducing material costs and improving part finish.

With the strongest electrostatic load lines, voltage remains consistently high even as gun-to-part distances change, ensuring high efficiency coverage. According to the company, when Trilogy guns are equipped with Nordson air caps, they produce fine particle atomization at lower pressures for improved paint-to-part transfer with minimal overspray. With a Trilogy system, extreme fan pattern control from four to 20 inches is also achieved through fast, easy air adjustments that can accommodate varying part configurations. Nordson says the increased transfer efficiency and fan pattern control saves money on coatings and rejects.

Trilogy spray systems are designed with coating versatility in mind. Featuring two atomization technologies – air spray and high volume, low pressure (HVLP) – Trilogy systems deliver superior application performance with a variety of substrates, coatings and part profiles. In addition, switching from air spray to HVLP and back is simple, requiring only the change of a nozzle. Trilogy systems are also available in manual or automatic gun models that incorporate the latest in engineering and design materials.

“Nordson pioneered liquid coating technology and we continue to provide innovative solutions to the industry,” explains Brad Syrowski, business development manager for Nordson’s liquid systems group, for Nordson’s liquid coatings group. “We’re excited to offer a product like the Trilogy gun, which takes painting performance to a new level. Not only does it provide superior application properties, but it’s easy to use and can meet most any application requirement.”

Nordson Corporation says other benefits of the Trilogy system include:

- Automatic current limiting allows for greater control of charging, which translates to better part coverage whatever the part profile

- Ergonomic, handle-forward design provides better balance and improved operator comfort

- Quick-flush fluid passages for ease of cleaning and maintenance

Rugged gun bodies minimize maintenance costs and downtime

- More than 50 fluid tip and air cap combinations for even greater flexibility

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New SATAjet 4000 B CAMO design from SATA

Monday, 12 November 2012 10:30

Calgary, Alberta -- November 12, 2012 -- SATA Canada has announced the availability of the SATAjet 4000 B CAMO, featuring a unusual camouflage design.

The SATAjet 4000 B CAMO guns are a limited edition and only avaiable while quantities last. They are available from SATA Spray Equipment Canada at 403-287-3678 or via email to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Last Updated on Monday, 12 November 2012 10:33

AkzoNobel’s stickerfix DIY paint solution debuts at SEMA 2012

Monday, 05 November 2012 11:41


Applying stickerfix takes only seconds. Unlike with the old touch-up bottles that shops used to give customers, there's no mess, no potential for evaporation and no brush marks.

Norcross, Georgia -- November 5, 2012 -- AkzoNobel chose the 2012 SEMA Show the perfect backdrop to unveil the industry’s first-ever pre-coated, adhesive film DIY paint solution—stickerfix. The new solution is unquestionably an advance of the old bottles of touch-up paint that a shop would provide customers.

Scheduled for immediate distribution to U.S. and Canadian automotive retail outlets in early 2013, stickerfix harnesses advanced ultra-thin adhesive film technology together with the colour match capabilities of AkzoNobel’s premium Sikkens waterborne coatings, to create a revolutionary method for helping car owners conceal paint scratches and chips any time they need it.

“We were extremely encouraged about the enthusiasm we received from consumers during the initial field trials,” said Troy Russell, Commercial Manager North America, Stickerfix Vehicle Refinishes. “AkzoNobel has taken a bold step in developing a unique product that takes the finish quality of a professional body shop repair straight to the consumer. No other DIY paint solution comes close to the color match, ease, and speed with which consumers can quickly deal with unsightly scratches and chips.”

With stickerfix, minor paint damage disappears in three easy steps:

• Clean – Wipe dirt and grime from the area of application.

• Select and Stick – Select the appropriate size and shape of pre-painted and pre-cut film piece. Peel off and affix the adhesive film to the desired area.

• Smooth – Gently smooth out the area to give it a shiny new look.

Preparing the product to give to the customer is almost as simple. The painter simply paints the stickerfix card at the same time the vehicle is being painted, ensuring an accurate colour match is achieved.


Randy Profeta of AkzoNobel demonstrates the speed and ease with which a painter can prepare stickerfix. A few passes with the gun and it's ready.

Stickerfix is available in 79 premium refinish colours, including select pearls and metallics. Each stickerfix package contains one sheet with 22 pre-selected decals of various shapes and sizes.

For more information about the stickerfix DIY paint solution, please visit stickerfix.com.

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Last Updated on Monday, 05 November 2012 11:51

Matrix Wand takes top collision repair award at SEMA

Friday, 02 November 2012 08:37

By Hayden Kenez

Las Vegas, Nevada -- November 2, 2012 -- Innovations in measuring, detailing and magnetic covers topped the list of new collision repair products showcased at SEMA this year.


The Matrix Wand.

The winners of the New Products Showcase Awards at SEMA 2012, the annual Specialty Equipment Market Association exposition, have been announced. The event recognizes the most cutting-edge automotive products either on the market or about to hit the market. One winner and two runner-ups emerged out of the more than 2,000 products that were nominated for the Collision Repair and Refinish category.

The winner of the Collision Repair and Refinish Product category was the Matrix Wand 3-D Blueprinting and Discovery System. The wand has cameras on both ends, and when passed in front of a damaged car, identifies damaged and ‘trusted’ areas. It allows for three-dimensional XYZ measurements, while the repair analysis software allows comparison of any two XYZ points. You can see the Matrix Wand in action in the video below.


The D1-A “Mobile Detailer” from Goliath Carts.

The D1-A “Mobile Detailer” from Goliath Carts was awarded one of two runners up spots for the category. The D1 is the newest cart, and utilizes the standard Goliath technology of a “closed system” that provides security and control of all tools and materials required by the detail and car wash departments of a collision repair shop. The cart is designed to minimized contaminants on the paper rolls and detailing supplies. Power tools can be connected on a mounted power strip.

Pro-Tech-It was also granted a runner up spot for the Collision Repair and Refinish category for its magnetic car covers. The durable, reusable covers are designed to replace disposable car covers, reducing both costs and waste.

SEMA recognizes a wide array of products, many of which aren’t confined to the collision repair industry. The awards in their entirety are listed below:

Collision Repair & Refinish Product

Winner: Matrix Wand 3-D Blueprinting System, Matrix Wand 3-D Blueprinting and Discovery System


The PRO-TECH-IT magnetic car cover.

Runner Up: Goliath Carts, D1-A "Mobile Detailer" Detail Cart

Runner Up: PRO-TECH-IT, PRO-TECH-IT Reusable Covers

Engineered New Product

Winner: Mastershift, Magnum Paddle and Sequential Type Shifter

Runner Up: Detroit Speed, 1964.5-1970 Mustang Aluma-Frame

Runner Up: MSD Performance, MSD Atomic LSTM, EFI for LS Engines

Exterior Accessory Product

Winner: Husky Liners, Husky 5th Wheel Tailgate w/ Backup Camera Mount

Runner Up: Rampage Products LLC, Self Contained Electric mirror and power supply

Runner Up: Hornblasters Inc., HornBlasters Jackass 228VX

Interior Accessory Product

Winner: Edge Products/Superchips, TrailDash

Runner Up: Xtreme Outfitters, Cargo Assault Mount

Runner Up: U-Ace Inc./Formosa Saint Jose Corp., 3D MAXDURA FLOOR LINER

Merchandising Display

Winner: Extang/Truxedo/UnderCover, UnderCover Flex

Runner Up: AMP Research, PowerStep POP

Runner Up: Extang/Truxedo/UnderCover, UnderCover SwingCase

Mobile Electronics Product

Winner: INTRAPHEX, Smartphone Integration Device (S.I.D.)

Runner Up: Auto-i (Canada) Corp., Special OE Fit Camera for Commercial Van

Runner Up: Brandmotion, Loftlite LED Interior Lighting Kit

Off-Road/4-Wheel Drive Product

Winner: BedRug Inc., BedRug and BedTred for Jeep

Runner Up: Fuel-Tool, Fuel-Tool PT500 Fuel Transfer System

Runner Up: Hi-Lift Jack Co., Hi-Lift Off-Road Base

Packaging Display

Winner: Edge Products/Superchips, TrailDash

Runner Up: MSD Performance, MSD Atomic EFITM, Master Kit Packaging

Runner Up: Solution Finish Trim Restorer, Solution Finish, Rich Evans DIY Kit

Performance-Racing Product

Winner: ATI Performance Products, ATI Cast Aluminum T-400 SuperCase

Runner Up: Lingenfelter Performance Engineering, CTAP-001 Clutch and Throttle Activation Position Switch

Runner Up: Zeitronix Inc., Ethanol Content Analyzer with Flow Through Sensor

Performance-Street Product

Winner: COMP Performance Group, COMP Cams 4-Pattern Camshafts

Runner Up: ProCharger, ProCharger i-1® supercharger

Runner Up: COMP Performance Group, Inglese Sidedraft EFI System

Powersports Product

Winner: K&N Engineering Inc., K&N Street Metal Intake System

Runner Up: Warn Industries Inc., WARN Vantage 3000-S Powersports Winch

Runner Up: AMSOIL Inc., AMSOIL DOMINATOR Octane Boost

Street Rod/Custom Car Product

Winner: MSD Performance, MSD Atomic LSTM, EFI for LS Engines

Runner Up: Powertrain Control Solutions (PCS), 6 SPEED VALVE BODY

Runner Up: Circle Racing Wheels Inc., ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT STYLE BILLET WHEEL

Tire and Related Product

Winner: Pirelli Tire North America, Pirelli Cinturato P7 All-Season

Runner Up: Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels, ET Street Radial Pro

Runner Up: Mickey Thompson Performance Tires & Wheels, Street Comp

Tools & Equipment Product

Winner: Miller Electric Manufacturing Co., MultimaticTM 200 TIG/MIG/Stick Welder

Runner Up: Del City, Brake Line Wrench Kits

Runner Up: Wray Products, The Stand Hand Plus

Van/Pickup/Sport-Utility Product

Winner: CURT Manufacturing LLC, Easy Mount Electrical Brackets

Runner Up: AnzoUSA, 2007 and up Chevrolet Silverado/GMC Sierra 5 Function LED Tailgate Spoiler

Runner Up: Elephant Stand, Elephant Stand Swivel Hitch

Wheel and Related Product

Winner: Hotchkis Sport Suspension, Hotchkis Performance Wheels Model - H Sport

Runner Up: Concept One/Klutch Wheels, Concept One Executive CSL5.5

Runner Up: Enkei Wheels, COMPE

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Last Updated on Friday, 02 November 2012 08:59

Hobart upgrades Handler 140 wire feed welder

Monday, 29 October 2012 10:48


Hobart Welding Products has upgraded the durability and performance of its Hobart Handler 140 wire feed welder.

Appleton, Wisconsin -- October 29, 2012 -- Hobart Welding Products announced that it has added several new upgrades to its Hobart Handler 140 wire feed welder, making the industry’s best value MIG welder even better. The upgraded welder now features an industrial cast aluminum wire drive system that provides durable, consistent wire feeding performance, along with a new five-position voltage control selector that increases arc control and a thermal protection indicator light that alerts the user if the welder is becoming overheated. A heavy-duty 200-amp work clamp rounds out the upgrades. The work clamp features a rugged, plastic-dipped handle to improve the user’s grip and a wide opening for attaching to thick materials.

In addition to these upgrades, users can still expect the same features found on previous Handler 140 wire feed welders. Hobart says this lightweight welder (only 57 pounds) makes it easy for the user to transport so they can weld wherever or whenever they need. The company also says the Handler 140 wire feed welder offers excellent arc performance, ensuring a smooth, stable arc on any material thickness. A convenient polarity changeover offers users quick, easy access to change polarity for welding with solid or flux-cored wire, while an angled panel control increases visibility to the user interface to make adjustments easier. Dual-groove quick-change drive rolls make it simpler for the user to change from one wire diameter to another. The unit is capable of running mild steel (.023 to .035 inch), stainless steel flux-cored (.030 to .035 inch) and aluminum (.030 inch) wires.

The Handler 140 wire feed welder operates on standard 115/120-volt (20 amp) home circuits and offers an output range of 25 to 140 amps, allowing users to weld 24 gauge up to 1/4-inch steel. Hobart Welding Products backs the unit with its exclusive 5/3/1 Industrial Warranty. Users can expect protection for their investment and coverage on critical components for up to five years.

For more information, please visit hobartwelders.com.

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Last Updated on Monday, 29 October 2012 10:52

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