Nov 14, 2024 03:52

Unlocking the key to attracting talent to bodyshops

The shortage of skilled labour in bodyshops, particularly refinishers, is a complex issue. Attracting talent to the industry requires alignment of several multifaceted points: it’s an industry that has a historic reputation for being hands-on, manual, dirty and potentially dangerous; today’s young people don’t expect a job for life but rather will “test and taste” different careers; and refinishers and mechanics have little to no visibility with car owners so they may struggle to find a true sense of job satisfaction.

Nov 06, 2024 10:57

3M and Axalta Collaborate to Launch Training Content for Automotive Refinishing

3M and Axalta today announced a collaboration to introduce a new training content series focused on automotive refinishing. The series will feature five co-branded training modules, each intended to meaningfully help technicians and shops improve their understanding of repair process practices and drive greater operational outcomes.

Oct 15, 2024 03:26

Standox introduces new special effect red mixing tint

As one of the primary colours, red is often linked to fire, power and love. Unsurprisingly, it is also one of the most popular chromatic car colours on new cars according to Axalta’s 70th Global Automotive Color Popularity Report. To help refinishers repair these OEM colours right the first time, Standox has launched Basecoat Hybrid Special Effect Mix 107 Volcano Red.

Sep 10, 2024 05:00

Axalta Introduces Axalta Nimbus™, an Advanced Cloud-Based Platform for Refinish Customers, to Improve Productivity and Performance

Axalta Nimbus connects all of Axalta’s tools and resources in a single platform helping customers to do business smarter

Sep 03, 2024 11:00

Axalta Introduces Axalta Irus Scan, a Next-Generation Spectrophotometer, for Refinish Customers

Innovation helps customers improve productivity, optimize labor, and reduce waste while delivering accurate color matches

Jul 30, 2024 03:11

Now available in South Africa: the innovative Xtreme System from Standox

Standox launched its innovative Xtreme System in South Africa at the beginning of July. The Xtreme System sets new standards for fast and energy-efficient car refinishing thanks to its proven track record of helping bodyshops to save energy and to increase throughput.

May 29, 2024 08:00

Axalta Announces Partnership with Solera, a Global Leader in Vehicle Lifecycle Management

Through this partnership, Axalta’s conventional and Fast Cure Low Energy (FCLE) refinish paint systems will be integrated into Solera’s Sustainable Estimatics platform, enabling Axalta customers to estimate their CO2 emissions per repair, while considering repair methods (repair versus replace), paint application process, and drying conditions.

Apr 16, 2024 03:42

Standox – enabling more efficient refinishing with One Visit Application

Time is money, and in today’s economy, this has never been more accurate. That’s why in any busy bodyshop, energy savings, material consumption, efficient workflow and intelligent division of labour are vital to optimise work processes. The spray booth is just as important; refinishers should optimise their time there too.

Mar 13, 2024 07:05

Axalta Refinish launches its Axalta Academy globally – training that fits the way a bodyshop works

The Axalta Academy, a state-of-the-art global training platform for refinish professionals, is launching globally in 15 languages to empower refinishers to maintain and to improve their specialised competencies with top-class training. The platform adjusts to the way in which they work, and is backed by Axalta’s unrivalled, industry-leading expertise.

Feb 19, 2024 03:42

Embracing sustainability: from buzzword to transformative business model

Sustainability used to be a buzzword that appeared in annual reports and gave shareholders the feeling that the company in which they owned a stake was doing something positive. Sustainability didn’t always align with company strategy but rather sat somewhere on the side lines, looking in.

Jan 30, 2024 08:33

Axalta Announces Starry Night as 2024 Global Automotive Color of the Year

Axalta today announced its 2024 Global Automotive Color of the Year – Starry Night. The latest edition marks the 10th year Axalta has introduced its automotive colour of the year and the first time it has featured a black shade. Starry Night is a strong, contemporary colour with light blue and silver flakes that evokes the depths of our universe and space exploration.

Jan 25, 2024 04:15

Right-first-time minor repairs on plastic substrates from Standox

Plastic and plastic blends are used by automotive manufacturers (OEMs) for both functional and aesthetic reasons. Not only do they play a major part when it comes to vehicle shape and design aspects, but also their use delivers functional benefits in reducing vehicle weight and therefore emissions and fuel consumption. As the range and quality of plastics used by OEMs increases, it becomes more important for refinishers to understand the process and the dedicated products required to carry out right-first-time repairs on plastic parts.

Nov 16, 2023 06:02

Drivus launches new Advanced Inventory Management app

Drivus, an Axalta brand delivering business services for the automotive refinish market in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA), has launched a dedicated app for Android and iPhone users for its comprehensive, cloud-based warehouse management system, Axalta Inventory Management (AIM).

Oct 12, 2023 09:21

Standox introduces a new 1K-Allround Primer Surfacer U3080S as an aerosol in grey designed especially for efficiency

Standox has introduced a new 1K-Allround Primer Surfacer U3080S as an aerosol, which shortens the repair process considerably as one full repair step is eliminated. During preparation, small sand-throughs are common. These must be primed or sealed before topcoating. The new 1K-Allround Primer Surfacer U3080S allows fast processing as it provides excellent filling power and good adhesion on both metal and plastic substrates.

Sep 11, 2023 08:44

Axalta Refinish adds RADAR compliant colour formulas to global colour database

Axalta Refinish has added RADAR compliant colour formulas to its global online colour databases - ChromaWeb, Phoenix Cloud and Standowin iQ Cloud - to be prepared for future RADAR requirements for the repair of cars equipped with Advanced Driver Assistant Systems (ADAS).

May 12, 2023 03:49

Standox Major damage on metal substrates

Bodyshops thrive on fast throughput; minor damage that can be repaired quickly and efficiently, with minimum downtime for the customer. But occasionally a repair comes in that is classified as major damage, and that can be problematic for the bodyshop, who has to dedicate time and resources to the repair, and for the customer, who is without their own vehicle for longer.

Jan 25, 2023 11:14

Axalta Announces Global Automotive Color of the Year for 2023 – Techno Blue

Axalta today announced its 2023 Global Automotive Color of the Year – Techno Blue. This is the 9th year the company has featured a trending color.

Jan 06, 2023 02:43

Axalta’s 2022 Global Automotive Color Popularity Report Marks 70th Year of Providing Industry Insights

Axalta Coating Systems has released its 70th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report, which revealed the top three automotive colors of 2022: white, black, and gray. First published in 1953, Axalta’s annual color popularity report is the automotive industry’s longest running and most comprehensive color account.

Dec 02, 2022 06:31

Inspired by nature, delivered by technology – new innovative Standocryl Matt Clear System from Standox for professional right-first-time repairs

Standox introduces its new Matt Clear System, comprising two products: Standocryl 2K System Clear Super Matt K9150 and Standocryl 2K System Clear Satin Gloss K9140. Formulated with significantly smaller, state-of-the-art pigment size, these two new matt clears deliver professional right-first-time results every time.

Oct 18, 2022 04:14

Axalta Refinish unveils new branded websites

Axalta Refinish has unveiled three new websites for its premium refinish brands – Cromax, Spies Hecker and Standox – that cater specifically for the Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) region. The sites, which went live on 17 August 2022, offer visitors modern, clean homepages and page content with an enhanced and complete browsing experience.

Jun 16, 2022 05:16

Axalta Refinish showcases its drive for innovation at IBIS Global Summit 2022 in Monaco

Axalta Refinish is one of the Platinum Partners at the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS) Global Summit 2022 in Monaco, taking place between 15 and 17 June 2022. Axalta Refinish is showcasing a number of its most recent ground-breaking firsts to a global audience of leaders and innovators in the automotive collision repair industry.

Feb 07, 2022 10:39

Axalta Refinish announces 2022 training course dates at its Midrand training centre

7 February 2022 – Axalta Refinish announces the 2022 training schedule for its premium refinish brands, Cromax®, Spies Hecker and Standox. The course are held at its state-of-the-art Refinish Training Centre in Midrand, which is equipped with the latest technology and energy saving features. The courses cover a wide range of skills and practices, enabling refinishers to brush up not only on the basics, but also to learn the specialist techniques required to help them excel at the paint repair process.

Feb 02, 2022 05:13

Axalta Refinish’s new electric vehicle repair package helps bodyshops to operate safely

Axalta Refinish has introduced another first to the EMEA market - a new electric vehicle (EV) repair package, which supports refinishers and bodyshops with the repairs of EV vehicles. Sales of electric cars are accelerating – one in 10 new cars in 2021 has been powered by a battery[i] - and refinishers and bodyshops need to be prepared to handle an increasing volume of EVs safely and efficiently.

Jan 19, 2022 06:34

Axalta announces Global Automotive Color of the Year 2022 – Royal Magenta

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, announced its Global Automotive Color of the Year 2022 – Royal Magenta. The selection for the eighth edition of the exclusive Global Automotive Color of the Year, Royal Magenta, is a deep cherry color that brings a luxurious finish to the market.

Jan 14, 2022 06:20

Axalta extends automotive colour leadership with the 69th Global Automotive Color Popularity Report

Axalta released its 69th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report revealing most cars on today’s roads are white (35%), black (19%) and grey (19%). Grey increased by four percentage points worldwide. The results of Axalta’s Global Automotive Color Popularity Report are tabulated on Axalta’s analysis of 2021 automotive build data in major markets and are an indicator of current market trends.

Oct 07, 2021 06:52

Summer refinishing advice from Standox

Refinishers face challenges during summer months from high temperatures and variations in humidity. The experts at Standox, the refinish paint brand from Wuppertal, Germany, and one of the premium refinish brands of Axalta, have put together some practical advice for the use of Standoblue Basecoat to help refinishers prepare properly and to get right first time results during hot and dry weather.

Aug 31, 2021 07:34

Standox shares tips for professional 3-Stage pearl repairs on large surfaces

The latest Standovision training video shows refinishers how to execute a perfect 3-Stage white pearl repair across the full side of a vehicle. Standox, a global refinish brand of Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has released a new Standovision training video showing refinishers how to achieve a perfect 3-Stage white pearl repair across the full side of a vehicle.

Aug 16, 2021 10:42

Plastic repairs made easy with the latest tips and advice from Standox Practical information to help refinishers get right-first-time results.

The art of refinishing plastics parts can be daunting. Vehicle parts can be made from an array of individual plastics, from ABS and PP, to PVC, or a myriad of combined plastic compounds. To help refinishers chose the right product and process for the right plastic part and to avoid flaws in their repairs, the experts at Standox, one of the premium refinish brands of Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, share some helpful insights and practical advice.

Jul 28, 2021 10:53

Cannings relies on Standox to keep ahead of the game

Cannings is one of Cape Town’s oldest and largest automotive refinishing specialists, and overall winner of the prestigious 2020 Lightstone EchoMBR award. Always looking to push the boundaries of technology and techniques while striving to offer its customers the best quality, right-first time repairs, Cannings switched to Standox, one of the premium refinish brands from Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, in 2020. This change has revolutionised the bodyshop’s paint shop and enabled Cannings to look confidently towards future expansion.

May 04, 2021 06:51

Standox details the repair process for tinted clearcoats in its latest video

Standox, a global refinish brand of Axalta, has a new Standovision training video. Special colours - repair process for tinted clearcoats explains in detail how these can be professionally repaired using a special Standox process.

Apr 13, 2021 07:56

Fix Network World names Axalta as Preferred Global Paint Partner

Over 700 collision shops aligned with Fix Network World in 12 countries set to benefit from five-year partnership agreement. Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has signed an five-year global partnership agreement with Fix Network World, one of the biggest collision repair franchise networks globally.

Feb 18, 2021 11:07

Refinishing special effect colours made easy with the Special Colours Standothek guide from Standox

Car manufacturers use special effect paints to attract attention to new models. These new colours can pose an issue for refinishers, but thanks to its Standothek guide on special effect paints, Standox has its professional refinishers covered.

Jan 29, 2021 06:46

Standox professional tip: how to avoid defects and pinholes in the clearcoat

Pinholes or small surface defects in the clearcoat of finished paintwork are more than annoying. But thanks to a new Standovision training video that shows what causes these classic mistakes, professional refinishers can now avoid them.

Jan 26, 2021 06:41

New blue mixing toner for Standoblue basecoat system from Standox

Brilliant Blue 125 from Standox, the Wuppertal refinish brand, ensures perfect colour matching for certain blue shades.

Jan 12, 2021 07:48

Announcing Axalta’s 2021 Global Automotive Color of the Year: ElectroLight

Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, announced its 2021 Global Automotive Color of the Year – ElectroLight.

Jan 07, 2021 06:33

Virtual off-road racing with Standox in DIRT 5

DIRT 5, the next generation of the iconic off-road and rally video game from British video game developer Codemasters was released on 6 November 2020 with the Standox logo available in the in-game livery editor.

Dec 14, 2020 06:26

Axalta pays homage to its strong motorsport heritage with 2021 wall calendar

Axalta sets pulses of motorsport fans racing with the unveiling of its 2021 wall calendar - Brilliantly Fast - created by the Refinish business in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). It celebrates student racing and is a fitting tribute to those professional motorsports teams that have achieved unparalleled success in 2020.

Dec 14, 2020 06:22

Axalta continues automotive colour leadership with 68th Global Automotive Color Popularity Report

Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, released its 68th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report revealing the most common automotive colours on the road today are white (38%), black (19%) and grey (15%). Grey increased by two percentage points worldwide and is at a 10-year high.

Aug 06, 2020 06:14

Fewer steps, more distance: Standox supports bodyshops’ new ways of working

Now the first measures are in place to overcome today’s acute challenges, a “new normal” has begun in bodyshops. Many are permanently changing processes and rethinking which tools and products support them best.

Jul 21, 2020 06:04

Axalta Showcases Revolutionary Responses to Changing Collision Repair Landscape at IBISConnect Africa 2020

Axalta, a leading global provider of liquid and powder coatings, is participating in IBISConnect Africa, a live online simulcast held by the International Bodyshop Industry Symposium (IBIS), on Thursday 23 July 2020 between 10am and 1.30pm SAST. Lucian Jantjies, National Sales Leader for Axalta’s Refinish Business in South Africa, a key speaker at the event, will discuss how Axalta helps its South African customers meet the challenges of an evolving collision repair industry head-on by supporting them with new technology and dedicated innovation.

Jul 06, 2020 04:10

Practical tips: Maximise the benefits of the Standox Xtreme System

Standox, the global refinish paint brand from Wuppertal, Germany, sets new standards for fast and energy-efficient car refinishing with its innovative Xtreme System. Our expert, Harald Klöckner, Head of Training for Standox Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA), explains how professional bodyshops can reliably get the most out of it.

Jul 02, 2020 04:17

Customer intelligence helps future-proof bodyshops

The Collision Repair Industry is consolidating; fewer players are controlling where the work is going, so it’s more important than ever for bodyshops to future-proof themselves in order to survive. Listening to customers is one way to do that, but as Jim Muse, Axalta’s Vice President of Refinish for Europe, Middle East and Africa, explains, it isn’t quite as simple as that.

Apr 03, 2020 03:05

Clearly the right product - the new Standox packaging design

Standox has updated its product label design so that they can be more easily identified. Larger product and colour codes, a clear labelling system for the different product technologies and easily recognisable symbols simplify things for busy professional refinishers.

Mar 11, 2020 04:29

Trendy car colours: development, implementation and repair

According to the "Global Automotive Color Popularity Report 2019" from the paint manufacturer Axalta, grey came out on top in Europe in 2019. But how are future trends recognised and how are they then implemented in car paints? And above all, how are those colours then repaired? Whether or not a newly developed colour makes it onto a car can depend on whether it can be properly repaired.

Mar 05, 2020 03:24

Thoughtfully digital – colour management via the Standowin iQ app

Standowin iQ, the Standox colour software, is now available as an app designed to complement the Standowin iQ Cloud solution delivering mobile digital colour management. It can be used on tablets and smartphones.

Nov 18, 2019 10:58

The Colours of Europe – the Standox 2020 calendar

Football fever is coming! EURO 2020 will be played across Europe: from Ireland, Scotland and Hungary, to Italy, Spain and Azerbaijan. The Standox 2020 calendar is embracing the tournament, while keeping a close eye on some fascinating cars.

Nov 18, 2019 04:21

Investing in the future – making the most of classic car restorations

The classic car market has enjoyed phenomenal success over the past decade. A new world-record was set in August 2017 when a 1950s Aston Martin DBR1 sold at auction for 22,550,000USD[1]. And with approximately 30,000 American classic cars shipped into Europe in 2018[2], this buoyant market needs an expert in the field. This is where Standox comes in.

Nov 06, 2019 11:07

Axalta Releases 67th Annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report

Axalta today released its 67th annual Global Automotive Color Popularity Report, which reveals the top three automotive colours as: white (38%), black (19%), and grey (13%). White has been the top automotive colour worldwide since 2011.

Oct 16, 2019 04:30

Brilliant orange Clearcoat Additive: Standox offers a repair solution for the orange trend

The paint experts from Standox now provide the right formula for the repair of the Renault colour Orange Valencia (EBQ) with its coloured clear thanks to the Clearcoat Additive KA680 Brilliant Orange.

Oct 02, 2019 04:37

Standox special colour: Performance Blue for a bright blue

Standox, a global refinish brand from Axalta, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, stands for the Art of Refinishing, and has developed its own special colour for the first time. Standox Performance Blue, a radiant metallic blue with flop effect, is inspired by the brand’s logo. The colour formula is now available in the Standowin iQ software.