Standoflash from Standox, Wuppertal, is a particularly fast and economical UV refinishing system for bodyshops. All components dry in next to no time under UV light, cutting the usual repair times for small areas by up to 70 percent. Standoflash achieves brilliant results in only 25 minutes and allows bodyshops to offer professional repairs at attractive prices. The fully VOC-compliant UV refinishing system was launched in the market only a short time ago. Three examples from Germany show how it is used in practice by experienced bodyshop professionals.
It doesn’t matter if it’s a small dent or a deep scratch. “Take your time and have a coffee, we’ll repair your car in the meantime”, is what master craftsman Jürgen Mailbeck from Langenfeld likes to tell his customers in such cases – and is usually rewarded with incredulous looks. But Standoflash from Standox keeps what he promises, as the UV filler, stopper and 2K clearcoat set new standards in the repair of damage up to a size of an A4 sheet – not only in terms of speed, but also with regard to consumption and cost-efficiency.
All Standoflash products can be processed as usual. The only difference is that they dry extremely quickly under the special UV lamp, and consume less energy than conventional booth drying. The stopper, for instance, needs less than 45 seconds to through dry under the UV flashlight. This is beaten only by the filler, which needs less than 30 seconds. Master refinisher Klaus Stenzel, who works at the Burchert bodyshop in Kempen especially appreciates the fact “that the cars do not block the booth. We can perform all the necessary tasks at the filler application area.” This enables the workers to complete more jobs in the same time.
The reduced downtimes were also the main benefit that prompted Peter Triptrap, proprietor of E. Triptrap Fahrzeuglackierung in Schermbeck, to invest in the new UV system. “Now we can work in a continuous process. There are no more waiting times or major cleaning work, as the long potlives of the filler and the stopper (both 1K products) mean that no waste is produced.” “And the results are really convincing”, adds Jürgen Mailbeck. “It is true that the filler requires some getting used to, but it is easy to process. The same applies to the stopper. And the 2K clear offers excellent adhesion and a perfect flow, not to mention the fact that it can be polished immediately after drying. In fact it’s so fast there’s no time for a coffee break between coats,” he says tongue-in-cheek.
And the customers? They are highly satisfied – with the result of the repair, the time they save and the affordable price. After all, the bodyshop operators include the reduced time requirements, the energy savings and the low consumption of the UV materials into their calculation and pass these advantages on to their customers. And this approach pays off. Motorists who come to the bodyshop to have larger damage repaired increasingly decide to have smaller repairs as well. At least this is what the three professionals we interviewed have learned.
Standox is one of Europe’s leading manufacturers of automotive refinishing paints. With its headquarters in Wuppertal, Germany, the company offers innovative and environmentally compatible product systems worldwide. Standox seeks to build long term relationships with its customers based on premium product quality and high levels of practical support. Approvals from all major manufacturers reflect the company’s position as a leading partner to the automotive industry. As such, the Standox brand gives professional refinishers the assurance of perfect results every time.
www.standox.com
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Save time and money with new DTM technology
Bring speed back into your workshop with ChemSpec's latest breakthrough direct to metal primer (DTM). DTM is an epoxy-modified primer system and is isocyanate free. With its excellent anti-corrosion properties it sticks beautifully to aluminium and steel.DTM is the magic tool when your bodyshop is feeling the pressure of too many jobs and too little time. By using DTM, you're completely cutting out the intermediary stage of etch or wash priming which inevitably accelerates turn-around time of repair jobs. In fact, you can save up to 1 hour per job with DTM.
You can now prime bare metal surfaces without any pre-treatment. DTM is better than traditional epoxy primers due to its fast sanding properties. It is fully compliant with USA VOC legislation and can be applied to steel, aluminium and galvanised steel. DTM gives a high film build and provides optimum adhesion and excellent corrosion protection on bare metal and OEM surfaces.
The development of Metalux 2 DTM is yet another reason why we're getting people to convert from over-priced refinish systems to Metalux 2.
Competing in the same league as other top brands, this premium refinish system offers you a whole range from primers, basecoats, clearcoats, hardeners and accessories that deliver superior performance in any climate.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Fallen
I have fallen in lust with the Newport Blue Pearl that they are currently using on the Subaru Legacy in South Africa.
Available on the Subaru 2.5 GT Premium Sedan and 3.0 Premium Sedan, this is probably my colour of the year. My feeling is that if you are looking for an executive sedan with a bit of go, classy exterior looks and you don't want to go German, then give some serious consideration to this combination.
The Satin Pearl White isn't bad either. Subaru seem to have gotten their colours right this year and definately something to consider.
Available on the Subaru 2.5 GT Premium Sedan and 3.0 Premium Sedan, this is probably my colour of the year. My feeling is that if you are looking for an executive sedan with a bit of go, classy exterior looks and you don't want to go German, then give some serious consideration to this combination.
The Satin Pearl White isn't bad either. Subaru seem to have gotten their colours right this year and definately something to consider.
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Out of this world “Chip-tuning” for R-M paints
Münster / Southfield. California native Chip Foose, car designer and host of the internationally known TV series Overhaulin’, is considered to be one of the world’s best-known and admired designers. And now, Foose will be developing an exclusive Line of special colors for BASF Coatings’ R-M automotive refinish brand, adding a special feature to the brand’s CARIZZMA Premium paints, which have just made their public debut. The name of the exciting new color Line, which will be produced in a limited edition, is “Foose.” During the course of this year, it will be available for purchase as an environmentally friendly waterborne basecoat.
Design or no design – that’s not the question
The saying “Fine feathers make fine birds” applies to cars, too. And “Foose Design” has already been using R-M to give their vehicles a fantastic outward appearance for years. Chip Foose’s life is dedicated to asphalt art. He earned his design degree from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and turned his passion for hot wheels and design into a career. His success was meteoric. By the age of 31, Foose had already made it to the “Hot Rod Hall of Fame.” These days, Foose’s passion includes both designing new hot rods, like the Foose “Hemisfear,” as well as souping up older vehicles. Whatever he does, his motto is “quality, not quantity.” Individual design is everything. Foose applies his unique ideas to production vehicles, lending them a distinctive appearance. This look is so unusual and new that the English language has had to be expanded to accommodate it. Foose’s fan club has a special word for a car that has seen his magic: “foosified.” To get an idea of how this works, viewers from all over the world can tune into Foose’s series Overhaulin’, in which he introduces them to all aspects of automotive design, from rebuilding the body to designing the interior, as well as sophisticated paintwork design. To add even more spice to these designs, R-M and Foose are now working together to develop new colors. “Chip Foose has long been a friend of BASF and a fan of our automotive refinish paints,” said Darlene Eilenberger, Director of Marketing for BASF Coatings in North America. She is particularly looking forward to the new joint project. “We are very excited about taking our relationship with Chip to a new level as we work with him to create a new line of custom colors.”
Formula for success
In his series Overhaulin’, Foose is known for playing tricks on celebrities like Lance Armstrong to get a chance to make over their vehicles. But when it comes to quality, he’s dead serious. When selecting the people and products for his company, Foose accepts only the “best of the best.” When he started up “Foose Design,” he made a point of selecting R-M paints. “I talked to the people who really know their paint – the painters and the retailers. And every one of them gave me the same recommendation for paint: R-M,” said Foose, whose passion for paint was probably nurtured at an early age. As a young boy, he much preferred sprayguns to water pistols, using the paints in his father’s workshop to spray his bicycle. His father, Sam Foose, was already using R-M 40 years ago. “I probably repainted my bike a hundred times,” Foose recalled. It has been over 30 years since he spraypainted his first car at the age of 12. In what has come to be his standard, even back then he didn’t cut any corners when refinishing a Porsche 356, turning it into a real gem. Now, at 41, Foose is particularly enjoying his partnership with BASF Coatings, which is allowing him to create new colors with its proven quality. The new R-M colors are the next step toward greater individuality and exclusive paint design. The cooperation shows that even the best quality can be improved when two partners share their visions. “BASF Coatings and I share a goal: We want to take paint to a new level,” he said. In his cooperation with R-M, there are no limits to his creativity. And so the formula for unique design of the future is as follows: Take one portion of tradition and add a portion of solid quality. Add in the “Foose factor”. And voila. That's all it takes to come up with individual and high-quality solutions: R-M CARIZZMA paints with a Foose effect.
R-M Automotive Refinish : an important part of BASF Coatings
Under the R-M brand, BASF markets a comprehensive range of automotive refinishing paint systems, focusing on eco-efficient waterborne basecoats and high-solids paints. By using these systems all legal solvent-reduction requirements can be complied with anywhere in the world, and with regard to appearance and resistance, the products meet the same quality standards as solvent-borne paints. In this area, the company offers a wide variety of services to support its customers. R-M Automotive Refinish is approved by most of the leading car manufacturers for aftermarket repair and chosen by the world's most prestigious car companies for its color expertise.
Web Site R-M : www.rmpaint.com
Design or no design – that’s not the question
The saying “Fine feathers make fine birds” applies to cars, too. And “Foose Design” has already been using R-M to give their vehicles a fantastic outward appearance for years. Chip Foose’s life is dedicated to asphalt art. He earned his design degree from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, and turned his passion for hot wheels and design into a career. His success was meteoric. By the age of 31, Foose had already made it to the “Hot Rod Hall of Fame.” These days, Foose’s passion includes both designing new hot rods, like the Foose “Hemisfear,” as well as souping up older vehicles. Whatever he does, his motto is “quality, not quantity.” Individual design is everything. Foose applies his unique ideas to production vehicles, lending them a distinctive appearance. This look is so unusual and new that the English language has had to be expanded to accommodate it. Foose’s fan club has a special word for a car that has seen his magic: “foosified.” To get an idea of how this works, viewers from all over the world can tune into Foose’s series Overhaulin’, in which he introduces them to all aspects of automotive design, from rebuilding the body to designing the interior, as well as sophisticated paintwork design. To add even more spice to these designs, R-M and Foose are now working together to develop new colors. “Chip Foose has long been a friend of BASF and a fan of our automotive refinish paints,” said Darlene Eilenberger, Director of Marketing for BASF Coatings in North America. She is particularly looking forward to the new joint project. “We are very excited about taking our relationship with Chip to a new level as we work with him to create a new line of custom colors.”
Formula for success
In his series Overhaulin’, Foose is known for playing tricks on celebrities like Lance Armstrong to get a chance to make over their vehicles. But when it comes to quality, he’s dead serious. When selecting the people and products for his company, Foose accepts only the “best of the best.” When he started up “Foose Design,” he made a point of selecting R-M paints. “I talked to the people who really know their paint – the painters and the retailers. And every one of them gave me the same recommendation for paint: R-M,” said Foose, whose passion for paint was probably nurtured at an early age. As a young boy, he much preferred sprayguns to water pistols, using the paints in his father’s workshop to spray his bicycle. His father, Sam Foose, was already using R-M 40 years ago. “I probably repainted my bike a hundred times,” Foose recalled. It has been over 30 years since he spraypainted his first car at the age of 12. In what has come to be his standard, even back then he didn’t cut any corners when refinishing a Porsche 356, turning it into a real gem. Now, at 41, Foose is particularly enjoying his partnership with BASF Coatings, which is allowing him to create new colors with its proven quality. The new R-M colors are the next step toward greater individuality and exclusive paint design. The cooperation shows that even the best quality can be improved when two partners share their visions. “BASF Coatings and I share a goal: We want to take paint to a new level,” he said. In his cooperation with R-M, there are no limits to his creativity. And so the formula for unique design of the future is as follows: Take one portion of tradition and add a portion of solid quality. Add in the “Foose factor”. And voila. That's all it takes to come up with individual and high-quality solutions: R-M CARIZZMA paints with a Foose effect.
R-M Automotive Refinish : an important part of BASF Coatings
Under the R-M brand, BASF markets a comprehensive range of automotive refinishing paint systems, focusing on eco-efficient waterborne basecoats and high-solids paints. By using these systems all legal solvent-reduction requirements can be complied with anywhere in the world, and with regard to appearance and resistance, the products meet the same quality standards as solvent-borne paints. In this area, the company offers a wide variety of services to support its customers. R-M Automotive Refinish is approved by most of the leading car manufacturers for aftermarket repair and chosen by the world's most prestigious car companies for its color expertise.
Web Site R-M : www.rmpaint.com
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Nissan banks on Spies Hecker
From now on, the Middle Eastern Service Centers of car maker Nissan are using Spies Hecker technology for accident repairs.Fast, efficient and high-quality vehicle refinishing: Car maker Nissan Middle East FZE and the Cologne paint-maker Spies Hecker have now signed a three-year agreement in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on the use of advanced Spies Hecker paint products and training. Along with its product approval, Nissan Middle East is now banking on hand-on Spies Hecker training as well.
"In view of the upcoming launch of the new Nissan GT-R and other innovative models in the next few years, we are very happy that Spies Hecker is supporting us and the Nissan Service Centers with innovative products and professional expertise. This way, damaged Nissan vehicles can be successfully restored to their former condition," explains Norihide Tomita, Manager Aftersales of Nissan Middle East FZE. In the context of the Nissan Middle East FZE training programmes, practical training will be carried out initially in Dubai, head office of Nissan Middle East FZE, and extended from here to the entire Nissan Service Center network in the Middle East.
"The partnership with Nissan Middle East FZE puts us and our importers to the test – a challenge we're more than willing to accept. Our high-quality training will help to develop and improve the quality and productivity of vehicle refinishing in the Nissan Service Centers," says Spies Hecker Brand Manager Melzer.
High-grade paints and a close relationship with the vehicle refinishing trade – this has been the philosophy of Spies Hecker for 126 years. The Cologne-based company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of refinishing paints. In over 60 countries, Spies Hecker offers its customers easy-to-use products, practical solutions and personal service on site.
PPG Announces Winner of Hot Wheels® Spectraflame® Paint Your Ride Contest
July 14, 2008 – Jim Cooper was named the winner of the 2008 PPG Hot Wheels® Spectraflame® PAINT YOUR RIDE Contest. The announcement was made at the 11th Annual Goodguys PPG Nationals in Columbus, held this past weekend.
Cooper, of Laguna Hills, California, was selected from a field of 12 finalists that included custom painters, car builders, and hot rod enthusiasts. Entrants created original paint schemes for their vehicles using eye-catching Hot Wheels® Spectraflame® colors available in PPG’s Vibrance Collection®. The co-branded custom colors mimic those found on the Hot Wheels® line of die-cast toy vehicles from Mattel, Inc.
Cooper’s winning entry was a 1956 Chevrolet Handyman 2-door wagon painted in PPG’s Hot Wheels® Spectraflame® Medium Sapphire with silver flames. Co-owned by Cooper’s wife Melinda, the winning car features a blown 496 big block with turbo 400, a 9" rear; and an Air Ride suspension built by Randy Ward at Rod Benders.
“All the entries were truly spectacular, so it is a real honor to be named the winner,” said Cooper. “I was amazed to see all the wild and over-the-top finishes you can achieve with Spectraflame paint!”
As the Grand Prize winner, Cooper will receive an exclusive Hot Wheels® 1/18” scale model award trophy featuring his winning paint scheme. The scheme will also be reproduced on a future Hot Wheels® toy car to be introduced in 2009 by Mattel, Inc. In addition, the dazzling ’56 Chevy wagon will be showcased in the PPG booth at the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas and displayed in full color on a 2009 PPG calendar along with the other finalists. It will also appear in an upcoming issue of PPG Repaint Reporter magazine.
A distinguished panel of judges selected the winning entry. The panel included Dave Perewitz of Perewitz Cycle Fabrication, Paul Stoll, PPG’s custom painting trainer, Larry Wood, chief designer at Hot Wheels®, Brian Brennan of Street Rodder, and Ed Capen of Goodguys Rod & Custom Association.
Wood acknowledged how difficult it was picking one winner out of 12 stunning vehicles. “We were so impressed with all the finalist cars. It was a very difficult decision. Everyone has their own taste in cars, and each judge had their favorites. But in the end, we all agreed on the Chevy Wagon. It had everything—awesome paint, cool graphics, a great overall look.”
View the winning vehicle and all the finalists of the 2008 Hot Wheels® Spectraflame® PAINT YOUR RIDE contest.
Introduction
Welcome to the Spray Shop blog.
To give you a bit of background information - I am a South African entrepreneur. My first exposure to the Automotive Refinish / Sprayshop environment came through my IT company. We developed a Paintshop Management Systems (PMS) for the South African market for the mixing of automotive toners.
In the course of my work I spent a helluva a lot of time in a variety of different sprayshops watching how they work. I got to see everything from the high end shops that dealt with brands like Porsche and Ferrari, right down to the guy who did touch up jobs out of the boot of his car.
I loved the smell and sights of a bodyshop in action and am adamant I'm going to launch my own shop shortly. The industry as a whole fascinates me and I believe that readers will find it just as intriguing when they see how the industry operates.
The idea behind this Spray Shop blog is to allow me to cover spray shop industry related news and information as well as provide a bit of a meeting place for professionals to share ideas and comments on different toners, suppliers and technology.
To give you a bit of background information - I am a South African entrepreneur. My first exposure to the Automotive Refinish / Sprayshop environment came through my IT company. We developed a Paintshop Management Systems (PMS) for the South African market for the mixing of automotive toners.
In the course of my work I spent a helluva a lot of time in a variety of different sprayshops watching how they work. I got to see everything from the high end shops that dealt with brands like Porsche and Ferrari, right down to the guy who did touch up jobs out of the boot of his car.
I loved the smell and sights of a bodyshop in action and am adamant I'm going to launch my own shop shortly. The industry as a whole fascinates me and I believe that readers will find it just as intriguing when they see how the industry operates.
The idea behind this Spray Shop blog is to allow me to cover spray shop industry related news and information as well as provide a bit of a meeting place for professionals to share ideas and comments on different toners, suppliers and technology.
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