News Archive
06 Jun 2013
Trico turns to Smartphone technology
Trico has turned to Smartphone technology to simplify wiper selction with the introduction of another innovation to the European automotive aftermarket to help consumers and technicians quickly and easily find the parts they need for their vehicle at the point of sale.
05 Jun 2013
AkzoNobel and Mazda sign a new three year deal
AkzoNobel and Mazda (UK) have just announced the renewal of their partnership deal, confirming the continued use of the premium Sikkens paint range across Mazda’s network of repairers.
04 Jun 2013
MaxMeyer launches new website
The launch of the new website, which offers quick and easy access to essential product and colour information has been dramatically redesigned and is part of MaxMeyer’s on-going efforts to enhance the quality and availability of support information for its customers and distributor partners.
31 May 2013
Spies Hecker Performance System – a complete repair solution
By conforming to manufacturers’ paint repair specifications, bodyshops who use a complete paint system offer a paint repair guarantee that may help them to attract more original equipment manufacturer (OEM) approvals and warranty work. Spies Hecker reinforces the necessity for bodyshops to use an entire system and discusses the benefits of using their Performance System in the attached
31 May 2013
Certification Europe launches Compliance Management Application
Certification Europe has recently launched the Compliance Management Application (CMA) , an online reporting tool that supports Local Authorities and the EPA enforcing Solvent Regulation directives that help to track down illegal operators and prevent environmental damage.
31 May 2013
DuPont advises on avoiding common paint defects
When it comes to paint repairs, bodyshops always strive for perfection. However, sometimes despite the refinishers’ best efforts or due to the pressurised environment of busy bodyshops, corners may get cut and defects can occur. These are costly and time-consuming for bodyshops to rectify, so it is essential to avoid them happening in the first