CSN-CARS Collision Symach Launch Party
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PPG introduces EC550 En-V Ultra Gloss Clearcoat
Strongsville, Ohio — June 7, 2016 — PPG has launched EC550 En-V Ultra Gloss Clearcoat, formulated specifically for use with PPG’s Envirobase High Performance waterborne basecoat. It is compliant for all refinish markets in North America. According to a statement from PPG, the new clearcoat is designed for outstanding gloss and ease of use. It […]
Skills Canada National Competition kicks off in Moncton
By Mike Davey Moncton, New Brunswick — June 7, 2016 — The 2016 Skills Canada National Competition is now underway at the Moncton Coliseum. The event kicked off on June 5 with student orientation and welcome reception. The competition portion of the event officially started on June 6 and continued on June 7. In addition […]
Skills Canada National Competition 2016
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Executive Vision: Bob Leibel of Sherwin-Williams on collision repair challenges, what’s new in refinish coatings and the Valspar acquisition
By Mike Davey Mississauga, Ontario — June 5, 2016 — Executive Vision is a regular feature focusing on discussions with key players in the auto claims economy and the auto industry, their views on the present industry and their vision for the future. Bob Leibel is Canada’s Director of Sales and Operations for Sherwin-Williams Automotive […]
BASF launches 2017 R-M calendar contest
Mississauga, Ontario — June 2, 2016 — BASF is offering its customers another opportunity to see their work on the R-M calendar for 2017. The company is looking for unique photos of all sorts of vehicles, including motorcycles and planes, that feature its R-M brand finishes. These are Carizzma, Onyx HD, Diamont and Uno. Every […]
AkzoNobel’s MIXIT colour software provides updates in real-time
Troy, Michigan — May 27, 2016 — AkzoNobel’s colour web application, MIXIT, now offers real-time updates. A statement from the company says the cloud-based software is the first colour software to do so. Some of the coming updates will focus on continually adapting and improving the software based on user behaviour. According to AkzoNobel, how […]
Betag Innovation Demos
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Wedge Clamp named exclusive distributor for NitroHeat
Richmond, British Columbia — May 25, 2016 — Wedge Clamp Systems has reached an agreement with NitroHeat for the exclusive distribution rights of NitroHeat products in North America. Wedge Clamp will also be guaranteed exclusive distribution rights for NitroHeat products in China and The Netherlands, two territories it serves already. NitroHeat was started by mechanical engineer […]
Carlyle to sell 25 million shares of Axalta
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — May 25, 2016 — Axalta Coating Systems has announced the sale of 25,000,000 common shares on an underwritten basis by affiliates of The Carlyle Group. The underwriter will have a 30-day option to purchase up to 3,750,000 additional common shares from Carlyle. Axalta will not receive any of the proceeds from the […]
