Axalta celebrates 60 years and reports latest numbers
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — February 14, 2016 — Last month employees of Axalta Canada celebrated the 60th anniversary of the company’s operations at its Ajax, Ontario plant. To mark the date Axalta employees gathered at a local hotel and celebrated both Axalta’s 60th year of operations in Canada, but also the 150th business […]
Sherwin-Williams appoints Bruce Redwood as Central Canada Regional Sales Manager
Mississauga, Ontario — February 4, 2016 — Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes has appointed Bruce Redwood as Regional Sales Manager, Central Canada. The announcement was made by Bob Leibel, Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes Director of Sales – Canada. In his new position, Redwood will be responsible for leading the Central Canada employees to consistently grow sales and profits […]
New Speed Light from Axalta
Glen Mills, Pennsylvania — February 3, 2016 — Axalta Coating Systems has announced the launch of Speed Light, a hand-held device that the company says allows even the finest imperfections to be seen. The right lighting conditions are essential to every stage of the paint repair process. Speed Light’s diode bulbs, more commonly known as […]
AkzoNobel recognized for sustainability
Toronto, Ontario — February 1, 2016 — AkzoNobel has achieved the number one ranking on the 2015 Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI), resulting in the award of an Industry Leader, Gold Class distinction for excellent sustainability performance. The DJSI is based on an analysis of corporate economic, environmental and social performance, assessing issues such as […]
New paint monitor frees painters from paperwork
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — January 28, 2016 — Steve Ark first came into the industry way back in the 1970s. He started out painting custom cars, and he’s been working in the industry one way or another ever since. In his latest incarnation, he’s been working as a developer and inventor of a […]
CRP Automotive launches Fertan Rust Remover
Cranbury, New Jersey — January 27, 2016 — CRP Automotive has launched its new Fertan Rust Remover. According to the company, Fertan Rust Remover is a water-based, non-toxic, and non-flammable rust treatment that quickly dissolves rust from all types of metals and leaves a clean metal surface that is ready for a protective coating application. […]
Registration opens for Acoat selected Winter Conference
Toronto, Ontario — January 26, 2016 — AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes will host the 45th semi-annual gathering of the Acoat selected North American Performance Group at the Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort in Huntington Beach, California. The meeting takes place February 24 and 25. The Winter Conference is the first of two Acoat selected gatherings conducted annually […]
Body Shop Benjamin Clement builds a niche through attention to detail
By Jeff Sanford Kingston, Ontario — January 21, 2016 — Benjamin Clement and Michelle France have developed a reputation for doing high-end paint work in Kingston, Ontario. The namesake business, Body Shop Benjamin Clement, has carved out a niche in the city by adhering to a code of conduct that ensures the highest quality paint […]
Walmec introduces 5 Micron Compressed Air Filter
Mazeppa, Minnesota — January 20, 2016 — Walmec North America has released the 5 Micron Compressed Air Filter to provide point-of-use filtration of liquids, oils and other contaminants. According to Walmec North America, this two-stage filter is designed to operate most effectively when placed near the point of use. It has a five micron rating, […]
Valspar launches Legacy, redesigns House of Kolor site
Minneapolis, Minnesota — January 19, 2016 — Valspar has announced the launch of the Legacy line. Legacy EC21 Clearcoat is a new, low 2.1 VOC, European style, polyurethane clearcoat with a 2:1 mix ratio. According to a statement from Valspar, EC21 is formulated for ease of application with outstanding durability, flow and leveling. The company […]
