Press Releases
Autologic Corby Speeds Up With Nexa Autocolor Express Clearcoat
August 22nd, 2008 – Fast clearcoat technology is the latest development from Nexa Autocolor improving speed through the booth without compromising the final appearance. Feedback from customers since the launch of the product in April this year has been very positive. “The reduced bake time means energy savings per job and increased throughput. This is a key deliverable for busy bodyshops like ours, repairing around 550 cars per week” said Ian Strong, Operations Manager at Autologic Corby. Read the full article....
Speed Up And Save Time With PPG Industries
August 15th, 2008 – PPG Industries’ new fast clearcoat technologies are helping customers cut energy costs and increase throughput - without the need to invest. Read the full article....
PPG Automotive Refinish Europe Achieves ISO 9001:2000 Recertification
June 20th, 2008 – PPG’s Automotive Refinish business in Europe has been recertified the ISO 9001:2000 standard in all locations, for all brands. This certification recognises the capability of PPG Automotive Refinish to deliver consistent products and services and is based on audits on production sites in Stowmarket and Milan and commercial units from 13 locations across Europe. It covers all PPG brands, including: Nexa Autocolor, PPG, MaxMeyer and Selemix. Read the full article....
PPG Celebrates 125 Years of Growth, Leadership and Innovation
May 27th, 2008. PPG Industries celebrates the 125th anniversary of its founding as the Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company this year. The company’s long-term success began with founders Captain John B. Ford and John Pitcairn, whose vision was to control costs and produce a superior product. In 1883, they set up shop in Creighton, Pennsylvania, about 20 miles north of Pittsburgh. Read the full article.....
Nexa Autocolor Launches New Compliant Clearcoat
April 28th, 2008. As part of the Nexa Autocolor commitment to continuously improve the product offer for customers, a new compliant clearcoat, P190-6659 Express clearcoat, for use for use over waterborne basecoats has been launched. This product is an addition to the Nexa Autocolor premium compliant clearcoat range, and has been developed in response to end user requirements. Read the full article.....
Nexa Autocolor Launches New High Build Epoxy Primer for CV Market
April 14th, 2008. P580-2920, High Build Epoxy primer is the latest primer from Nexa Autocolor. It has been specifically designed to meet the demands of the Commercial Vehicle market and has excellent adhesion properties and corrosion resistance over most common commercial transport substrates. It is dedicated for use with Plural Mix and has a ready-for-use VOC below 540 g/l ensuring that customers are able to meet legislative requirements. Read the full article.....
PPG Industries and the Fleetwatch Network return to the 2008 CV Show
March 19th, 2008. PPG Industries Commercial Transport Coatings and Fleetwatch are pleased to be returning to the prestigious CV Show in April 2008. Come along and see us on stand 20-050 in Hall 20 to find out the latest news and developments from PPG Industries and the Fleetwatch network. Read the full article.....
PPG completes acquisition of SigmaKalon Group
January 2008. PPG Industries has completed the acquisition of SigmaKalon Group, a worldwide coatings producer based in Uithoorn, Netherlands, from global private investment firm Bain Capital. The total transaction value, including assumed debt, was approximately €2.2 billion (US$3.2 billion). The company expects to add approximately $3 billion in sales annually as a result of the acquisition. Read the full article.....
Dagenham Motors Barking Joins the Elite of the UK’s Commercial Vehicle Paintshops
November 2007. After a detailed examination by PPG Commercial Transport Group experts, Dagenham Motors Barking, has been appointed a member of Fleetwatch, the UK’s leading national network of quality commercial vehicle paintshops. Read the full article.....
PPG Appoints John McGowan as Market Director
September 2007. PPG Refinish UK Ltd (PPG) has appointed John McGowan to the role of Market Director, UK and Ireland. In this role John will manage all the sales, marketing and customer service elements of the UK and Irish refinish businesses. This involves the supply of products and services for the Car, Commercial Transport and Light Industrial Coatings markets. Read the full article.....
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Connect Newsletter
As part of its ongoing commitment to communicate effectively to customers, Nexa Autocolor produces Connect three times a year. Connect is is a newsletter for Nexa Autocolor distributors and bodyshops and aims to be both interesting and informative. Click on the links below to view past editions.
August 2008
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October 2006
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