UV LED light technology is becoming increasingly popular in the automotive industry for curing primer, and for good reason. This advanced technology offers a number of benefits over traditional curing methods, including faster drying times, reduced energy consumption, and improved safety and environmental sustainability. One of the main advantages of UV LED light technology is…
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A new set of colors using a leafing aluminum flake has recently gained popularity in the refinishing community, with Mazda 46G, Machine Grey Metallic being one of the most sought-after shades. However, it’s worth noting that this is not the only color using this flake – Mercedes has used the same flake in their Alubeam…
Product failures can be a frustrating and costly occurrence in any repair shop and most technicians have already created a blacklist of products that they will never use again. The unfortunate reality is that in the majority of these instances, the failure was because of something we did wrong and not the product itself….
Tinting color is the last thing any painter wants to be doing and on days where your paint booth is already backlogged five cars, it can be hard to even find the time. With so many variables impacting the colors you need to match, it’s inevitable that sooner or later you will run into a…
Getting a clean paint job can be a challenge for refinish technicians, and while modern equipment and a well-maintained paint booth can certainly help, they are not a guarantee of a clean result. One common source of dirt nibs in paint jobs is neglect of the airline, which can wear and accumulate dust and overspray…
A paint technician that can keep up with demanding production needs will be one of the most valuable employees to any high production repair facility. To be successful in this type of environment, here are a few tips for maximizing the jobs that go through your paint booth: Use Dry Time Efficiently – The best…
Working in the prep department of a collision repair shop can be a challenging and rewarding career, but it’s not uncommon for technicians to acquire their skills and knowledge through on-the-job experience rather than formal training. If you’re a prep technician looking to take your work to the next level, or if you’re just starting…
Most painters have a story to tell about the time that they strayed from the procedure, and things didn’t go quite the way they’d planned. Life in a collision repair shop is fast-paced, and it can be easy to make the same mistakes over and over without taking the time to evaluate a failure that…
As a painter, paint representative, and paint enthusiast, one of the most common questions I receive is about the best paint gun or which one someone should get. While there is no one-size-fits-all answer, it’s important to understand the various spraying options available and how they might suit your needs. Before we dive into the…