Paint companies report a downturn in 2009.

Paint companies report worldwide downturn

The world’s major paint refinishing companies have all reported declining results as they wrap-up activities for 2009.

The Lexus LS range finished with Sikkens Autoclear LV Exclusive from AkzoNobel.

AkzoNobel self-healing clearcoat for Toyota

Toyota extends its global commercial approval to AkzoNobel Car Refinishes for self-healing clearcoat.

DuPont Refinish removes lead formulas

DuPont Refinish has deleted all lead-containing colour formulas from its colour tools such as CDs and websites.

Australia Post delivering on car insurance

Post a letter, pay a bill and buy car insurance, all at the post office.
Drivers Lewis Hamilton and reigning world champ Jenson Button with the new McLearen with its state-of-the-art Sikkens finish.

AkzoNobel puts gloss on McLaren

AkzoNobel Car Refinishes partners Vodafone McLaren Mercedes for a winning formula.

Recognising the best in a great industry

Nominations are now being sought for the AAMI/Australasian Paint & Panel Autobody Repairer of the Year Awards. Be in it to win it.

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In search of the best paint protector

Melbourne based Automotive Burg Design Pty Ltd, a bodyshop product supplier, claims that Gtechniq is now the leader in the quest for the ultimate paint protector.

Training on line

The continuing development of repair equipment means ongoing training and familiarisation is needed to keep up with what’s available and how to make best use it.

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