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Productivity.
UV Cured Primer Surfacer from PPG is the new innovative
high build primer that cures in two minutes. Its the ideal
solution for small repairs or "fast lane" repair
processes - and a sure way to cut repair time, eliminate
bottlenecks and increase productivity of your repair and
refinish facility.
Convenience.
Applied from an aerosol can, UV Cured Primer Surfacer eliminates
the need for mixing and spray gun cleaning. There is less
masking due to a unique spray nozzle design which provides
outstanding application control.
Time-saving features.
- Cures in two minutes
- Fast Convenient aerosol application
- No need for pre-treatments, adhesion
promoters are sealers
- No special materials needed for
plastic repairs
- No mixing, no gun cleaning
- Low overspray, less masking
Vehicle owners take a
shine to the latest colors
Black is this year’s blue. White is this year’s
black. Silver is this year’s white. Every year brings
a new trend in automotive color choices. As demographics
and car models continue to change, so do the preferences
of vehicle owners. SUV and light truck drivers tend toward
darker, assertive colors. Younger drivers look for more
flamboyant shades. And body shops are scrambling to pinpoint
the next color trend.
In the past year, silver has surpassed white as the most popular vehicle color.
An arbitrary shift? Think again. Color analysts say the average consumer associates
the color silver with technology. As new vehicles became more and more advanced,
owners opted for a color to serve outward expression of the technology contained
within the vehicle. And so, the parking lot spectrum was suddenly silver.
In the coming year, silver will remain strong. But automotive manufacturers,
particularly high-end makes, are beginning to design a greater number of vehicles
with an emphasis on style; their focus isn’t just on producing a better
performing car, but on distinguishing themselves through their car’s
stylish appearance. As part of these manufacturers’ quest for unique
looks, a variety of new, creative paint styles have become popular throughout
the industry, and are becoming a common sight on the road.
Many of these auto paints contain new pigments called Xirallics. Xirallic pigments
contain aluminum oxide flakes coated with metal oxide that create an intense,
crystalline effect. The manufacturers have been able to use these paints to
achieve “special effect” colors; colors that feature a metallic
sparkle or an intensity of color not seen before. These same Xirallics have
also been used to add new layers of depth to white and silvers used for luxury
cars.
The color experts at Nexa Autocolor were able to forecast this trend, and have
responded by introducing three new Nexa Autocolor Xirallic mixing colors for
their 2K Product System: the P433-XR10 Crystal Silver, P433-XR11 Sunbeam Gold
and P433-XR12 Radiant Red. These three colors have already been used to match
new automotive paint colors introduced by the major auto manufacturers. But
versatility is only one of the benefits of these new paints.
Fortunately for body shops, a little bit of Nexa Autocolor’s Xirallic
goes a long way. The P433-XR10 Crystal Silver, P433-XR11 Sunbeam Gold and P433-XR12
Radiant Red are packaged in 330 ml metal containers, with two containers per
case. And that means optimal color matching while taking up minimal inventory
space. The result is lower costs for stock and inventory - something every
shop will like.
And as far as creating a paint that’s easy to use, Nexa Autocolor has
the right idea. All three paints have been formulated so that the pigments
in them do not settle over time. This eliminates the need for paint agitation;
simply shake the paint cans by hand, screw on the spout and pour. Its just
that simple. (And don’t worry, Nexa Autocolor can provide the spouts,
too.)
In the end these new paints achieve the ultimate special effect - a stronger
bottom line for body shops. Versatile, space-efficient, and easy-to-use products
help simplify the process and increase throughput. And in the auto paint business,
like any business, increased productivity equals increased profits. Which is
what makes Nexa Autocolor’s P433-XR10 Crystal Silver, P433-XR11 Sunbeam
Gold and P433-XR12 Radiant Red look better and better.
Keeping up on the latest trends in auto colors is a bright idea. Don’t
leave your shop in the dark. Learn more about the latest paints from Nexa Autocolor
by calling 1-800-647-6050 or go to www.nexaautocolor.com.
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