Tuesday Ticker: Ton Buechner steps down as CEO of AkzoNobel
By Jeff Sanford Toronto, Ontario — July 24, 2017 — In this week’s edition of Tuesday Ticker we look at the recent resignation of AkzoNobel’s CEO Ton Buechner, the impact of rising prices for raw materials on PPG’s results, Sherwin-Williams’ first earnings report since the Valspar acquisition and much, much more! PPG The coatings manufacturer […]
Mitchell announces new estimating solution: Mitchell Estimating Cloud
San Diego, California — July 24, 2017 — Mitchell International has recently released a new product the company says is designed to make estimating easier, more flexible and more efficient: Mitchell Estimating Cloud. It’s an entirely cloud-based solution designed to simplify the estimating process to quickly create accurate appraisals. Key features of Mitchell Estimating Cloud […]
Eco-Absorbent Technologies releases Eco-Absorb
Toronto, Ontario — July 24, 2017 — Eco-Absorbent Technologies has released a new product, Eco-Absorb, which aims to simplify clean up. Spills often create fall hazards and interrupt work flow until it is cleaned up. Cleaning up such messes traditionally involves using clay type absorbents or a mop and bucket, but the traditional methods have […]
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Sylvain Séguin named Vehicle Refinishes Canadian Country Manager at AkzoNobel
By Alex Dugas Montreal, Quebec – July 25, 2017 – AkzoNobel has announced the promotion of Sylvain Séguin to the position of Vehicle Refinishes Canadian Country Manager. His position became effective July 24, 2017 at which time he also become a member of the North American Vehicle Refinishes Management Team. Séguin succeeds David Smith in […]
BMW Conference hosts BMW/MINI Certified Collision Repair Workshop
By Alex Dugas Greenville-Spartanburg, South Carolina — July 24, 2017 — The 2017 Canadian BMW/MINI Certified Collision Repair Workshop kicked off at the BMW M Performance Center in Spartanburg, South Carolina. The invitation-only event brought together insurers, college instructors and collision specialists. Participants were driven to BMW’s M Performance Center, an impressive facility with its […]
3M to introduce new Collision Repair App
St. Paul, Minnesota — July 24, 2017 — In these modern times, many of us have a world of information right in our pockets. 3M has announced a new app that aims to make accessing information even easier for bodyshop technicians and distributor sales staff. It will be available to download July 26. The 3M […]
