PPG says up until recently, the SATAjet X 5500 has been the company’s flagship model. Although the new jet X model has now superseded it, according to PPG it still represents an extremely high level of spray gun technology and performance. And by offering it to apprentice vehicle spray painter at an excellent price point, PPG is providing an unparalleled opportunity for them to reap the benefits as they take their first step on their career path.
SATA and its local distributor, PPG, have a long history of supporting apprentice spray painters by offering exceptional equipment at heavily subsidised pricing but the new SATAjet X 5500 Apprentice Spray Gun takes it to the next level, according to PPG national training manager Trevor Duke.
“Stepping up to the SATAjet X 5500 Apprentice gun is a fabulous opportunity for apprentices. Rather than having to spend decent money on just an average gun, they can get their hands on a top end SATA model at what is an excellent price,” Duke said.
“This is a gun that is leaps and bounds ahead of any other gun out there and that can really help apprentices as they make their way in the trade. Thanks to its X Nozzle technology, outstanding atomisation and a precise, controlled spray fan, it has the ability to give inexperienced painters a real sense of confidence from the very start.
“This is also a great point for collision centre owners/managers, given that the aim should be to build an apprentice’s skillset and get them productively painting live jobs as early as possible. As they continue to develop their skills, this leading-edge SATA technology will continue to help them as they go on to tackle some of the more tricky colours on the market.
“The SATAjet X 5500 Apprentice gun also features the digital inlet air pressure gauge built right into the handle. This makes it super easy and precise to adjust and apprentices can also take advantage of the spray gun setup charts which have been created by the local PPG technical team and give setup recommendations for pretty much any product you are spraying.”
Along with the SATAjet X 5500 Apprentice gun, SATA’s long running apprentice support initiative offers a range of outstanding products covering virtually all the significant equipment an apprentice is likely to need.
Any vehicle painting apprentice at a training organisation around the country can take advantage by simply getting the appropriate form from their TAFE instructor or a PPG or Protec territory manager or by calling the PPG Customer Service Hotline on 13 24 24.
“After filling out the form and getting your teacher to sign it, just return it for processing and items will be freighted to you,” Duke said.