Training
Designed by professionals for professionals.
We offers a range of training options as part of the Axalta Academy, including online e-learning and face to face training.
For more details on e-learning and how to access Axalta Academy, see the Axalta Academy webpage.
Below are a list of courses currently run at our training centres through ANZ. If you can’t find the course you are after, feel free to talk to us to tailor a course to meet your needs. Our quality face-to-face training courses are conducted at our approved training centres around Australia and New Zealand.
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Your Key to Quality.
Standox Xtreme System
Course details:
Refinishers looking for not only the highest quality finish, but also the fastest, most productive system on the market. Attendees will use the latest patented products from Standox, from wiping etch primers to Xtreme clear coats. The course will include wet on wet primers with 5-minute drying and clear coats that cure in just 10 minutes, all without special drying equipment. Increasing productivity and lowering energy costs in the paint shop without costly equipment investments are the focus for this training seminar.
Who should come:
Refinishers and managers looking to improve paint shop productivity and quality without investing in equipment. Attendees should have some experience with waterborne as colours will be applied in waterborne basecoat however it’s not crucial. Perfect for those advanced refinishers wanting to keep up with the very latest products and technologies.
Duration:
1 Day
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
On successful completion attendees will leave with an understanding of the Standox Xtreme System, along with its productivity gains and energy savings. A Certificate of completion is also presented to the attendees.
Introduction to Standoblue Waterborne Basecoat
Course details:
Suitable for those about to change from solvent basecoats to waterborne basecoats. The course covers detailed theory and practical including all the dos and don’ts when starting out with waterborne products. Learn correct techniques for application, blending and drying. Work with the latest primers and clear coats best matched for the latest generation Standoblue waterborne basecoat.
Who should come:
The course suits 3rd year apprentices and above wanting to learn about waterborne basecoats. The perfect course for those about to move to a waterborne basecoat system from solvent basecoat.
Duration:
2 Days
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Delegates leave with a completely up to date knowledge of the latest in waterborne technologys. Delegates who successfully complete the course receive a certificate confirming their achievement.
Advanced Standoblue Waterborne Refinishing
Course details:
Advanced Standoblue Refinishing includes techniques for 3 layer colours, application in extreme & difficult conditions such as hot & dry climates. The course also includes briefings on new technology products and processes.
Full health and safety advice will be given.
Who should come:
Attendees should have some experience with waterborne basecoat. Perfect for those refinishers that have just started with waterborne looking to go to the next level and also for established waterborne painter needing a refresher course in the latest techniques.
Duration:
2 days.
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply spray overalls and PPE All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Delegates will leave with a full understanding of Standoblue.
Standox New Technology & Specialised Techniques
Course details:
Perfect for those refinishers looking to master special applications such as colours with Tinted Clears and replication of OEM Matt Clear coat. The course will also cover the blending process and include briefings on new technology products and processes.
Who should come:
Attendees should have some experience with waterborne as colours will be applied in waterborne basecoat however it’s not crucial. Perfect for those advanced refinishers wanting to keep up with the latest OEM trends and application techniques.
Duration:
2 days.
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply Spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Delegates leave with a full knowledge of the latest technologies and techniques.
Basic Colour Seminar - Standoblue Waterborne
Course details:
For those refinishers new to Standoblue this course provides knowledge on the best practices for using the latest software, colour boxes, and spectrophotometer. It will give an overview of the tinter line up and their effects and also details the importance of building personal colour libraries.
Who should come:
Perfect for those not only new to Standoblue but those painters wanting a refresher course in colour tools & the latest software.
Duration:
1 day.
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply Spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Delegates leave with the knowledge of the latest colour software, colour boxes and spectrophotometer.
Rapid Repair Systems – UV & Fast Clears
Course details:
This course will provide participants with specialist information on the repair procedures and products required to successfully repair vehicles with UV primers and fast processes. Participants will experience hands-on surface preparation and application guidance along with demonstrations and theoretical know-how and training directly relating to the repair of small zones on selected areas.
Who should come:
The course is aimed at refinishers who want to use Fast Repair techniques for faster throughput of small area repairs.
Duration:
1 day.
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply Spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Gain knowledge in working with rapid repair processes.
Standoblue Special OEM Colour Application
Course details:
Refinishers looking to keep up with the latest OEM effect colours and understand what it takes to replicate the specific OEM process and colour. Colours such as Mazda 46G and 51K use a special process from the factory that also require a dedicated process for refinishing in the Bodyshop. Using new processes and techniques outside of Standoblue's “standard” application requires training and practice. This is always best done on test panels in a relaxed environment to achieve the best learning outcome. Attendees will use the latest products and processes to ensure these types of colours match and blend to the OEM finish.
Who should come:
Perfect for those advanced refinishers wanting to keep up with the very latest OEM special colours and application techniques.
Duration:
2 days.
What you need to bring:
Attendees should bring safety boots and work clothes. Axalta will supply Spray overalls and PPE. All items for practical and theoretical sessions will be provided.
What you leave with:
Gain knowledge in working with rapid repair processes.