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[quote=”RatStang” post=17321]Welcome.
It’s good to hear that some companies are actually stepping up to see what customers really want and need.[/quote]Thanks for the welcome! Yes, we recognize the importance of listening to the end user. Since we work through distributors (as do most paint booth manufacturers), our communication is limited with the people who are actually using the booth. This is just one way we can begin to open those lines and create conversation.
Thanks! Since I’m from Wisconsin, I have to go with Miller. 🙂
Welcome from wisconsin! 🙂
Welcome from Wisconsin!
[quote=”ryanbrown999″ post=17283]Some things that are needed from booth companies right now are affordable waterborne drying options. Hand held venturis are not a viable option for those in more humid climates and without the proper air to run them. 3-phase electric is mandatory for larger compressors and not all shops have access to it.
Most good drying options are upwards of 10K per booth. With the profit margins a bodyshop makes an extra 10K isn’t likely laying around. There really isnt a mid priced option out there that works well. Something in the 2-4K range installed would help the majority of shops out there.
For the people that can afford a system like the corner blowers or ceiling fans I feel Global’s offerings are the least attractive. They are bulkier than Jun-air’s and also dont have a door the cover the nozzles when not in use. The size could be overcome easily but the doors are pretty necessary imo. You dont want dirty air blowing through your booth.
I feel this will become a big market as the rest of the country has to start complying with lower voc laws in the coming years.[/quote]
Ryan, excellent feedback. I’m going to share this with our team. This is the kind of information that we want to hear. Although I’d love all positive feedback, negative feedback is great too because it will allow us to improve our products/services to the benefit of the end user. Thanks!
No problem. I’m new to this online forum world so I’m still trying to get a feel for it. I work for Global Finishing Solutions (http://www.globalfinishing.com). The only reason I was a little bit leery about disclosing who I work for is because I didn’t want that to bias everyone’s opinions. But at the same time, I understand the importance of being transparent and upfront about what I am here for. Feel free to “tell me how it is”. 🙂 I’m looking for open and honest feedback because this will only help us to better serve you.
And if you have any questions for me, feel free to ask!
Thanks for your feedback thus far.
[quote=”Brad Larsen” post=17160]So many of our domestic products we buy are no longer built here. Check out this video on Ford’s newest assembly plant in Brazil. Listen to the last of the video, where Ford tells why they do not build a new plant in the USA.
Great thread, by the way.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pczGghB8MKg%5B/quote%5D
Thanks for the video link! Very interesting.
[quote=”painter123″ post=17216]http://www.refinishnetwork.com/index.php/forum/Paint–Refinish/15653-Auto-Refinish-Survey—Body-shopsDistributors maybe these questions are coming from here?[/quote]
Nope, not me.
Hi everyone. Thanks for your excellent feedback. I work for a manufacturer of paint booths and finishing equipment in the marketing department. I’ve been getting involved in online forums/communities such as these to gain insight into the needs/wants of consumers. I’m new to this company and the auto industry. It’s important for me to hear from the people who work in these environments to get a better understanding of how we can better meet the needs of consumers in our industries. And yes, I am female and that picture is me. 🙂
Thanks for all the new comments! Your feedback is very helpful.
Great feedback everyone. Thanks! Any additional comments on quality, price, service of paint booth manufacturers? I.e.: What companies have the best/worst quality, price, service, overall reputation, etc?
I’m looking specifically at companies that sell in the US and Canada. All of your individual experience stories are helpful!
Thanks for the feedback everyone! Anyone else work with a booth and are willing to share their thoughts?