PPG debuts EST900 DTM chassis black topcoat
By CRM Staff Strongville, Ohio — March 2, 2018 — PPG has announced a new addition to its Defleet Essential coating line, the EST900 DTM black topcoat. The coating is designed to be used without a primer and can be applied directly over sanded cold rolled or blasted hot rolled steel surfaces, according to […]
PPG develops new paint mobility team
By CRM Staff Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — February 27, 2018 — PPG is looking to the future with a new paint mobility team specifically in place to develop paint technologies for electric cars and autonomous vehicles. “PPG has a long history of providing paints and coatings that help automotive manufacturers protect and beautify vehicles, […]
‘Improve your bottom line’ with new courses from PPG
By Allison Preston Strongsville, Ohio — November 15, 2017 — A schedule of classes for the remainder of the year has been announced by PPG MVP Business Solutions, which the company claims can help bodyshops increase their bottom line. PPG said the courses, which are intended for owners and managers using PPG products, present the real-world expertise of MVP-certified instructors in […]
PPG offers custom painting classes
Strongsville, Ohio — September 19, 2017 — Got a custom itch? PPG has announced its schedule of custom painting classes for the remainder of the 2017 calendar year. According to PPG, the courses are designed to help paint technicians use PPG products to bring their imaginations to life and create one-of-a-kind paint schemes for custom […]
PPG adds LKQ to AdjustRite commercial estimating system
Strongsville, Ohio — August 23, 2017 — PPG has announced the addition of LKQ Corporation to its supplier database, consequently expanding the AdjustRite commercial estimating system Commercial Parts Listing Program. LKQ has been a parts source for AdjustRite customers since 2008. The AdjustRite estimating system is geared toward commercial truck dealers, independent collision repair facilities, […]
PPG Envirobase High Performance System approved for Mercedes-Benz Canada
Mississauga, Ontario — August 23, 2017 — Mercedes-Benz has approved the use of the latest generation of PPG Envirobase High Performance waterborne automotive refinish system for Mercedes-Benz Canada’s Approved Collision program. The formal approval of PPG Envirobase High Performance was issued by Mercedes-Benz Headquarters in Stuttgart, Germany, where the waterborne system was extensively tested. The […]
PPG to release EC520 En-V High Production Clearcoat
Strongsville, Ohio — July 11, 2017 — PPG announced that it will soon launch its EC520 En-V High Production Clearcoat. According to PPG, this is a new innovative clearcoat designed specifically for use over Envirobase High Performance basecoat. PPG stated that the EC520 is formulated for application in all markets, including Canada, and the new […]
PPG launches PaintManager XI software
Strongsville, Ohio — June 27, 2017 — PPG has recently introduced its all-new PaintManager XI software, the latest addition to the company’s Color Solutions XI product line. PaintManager XI software joins the TouchMix XI computer and the RapidMatch XI spectrophotometer in the Color Solutions line. The PaintManager software program has been used in the automotive refinish […]
PPG releases waterborne viscosity tutorial
Mississauga, Ontario — April 23, 2017 — PPG has released a video tutorial on checking waterborne viscosity and making adjustments to the mix to ensure good results. According to the company, viscosity is one of the most important aspects of waterborne basecoat to understand before beginning a refinish repair. Proper viscosity helps to ensure fast […]
PPG bringing a star-studded lineup to 2016 SEMA Show
Mississauga, Ontario — October 13, 2016 — PPG is going full blast when it comes to celebrity appearances at the company’s 2016 SEMA Show exhibit. PPG has lined up quite a few of the automotive world’s celebrity builders and painters for the show, as well as a dazzling display of paint jobs and world-class custom […]
