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Protecting your Paint Booth and Mitigating Fire Risk

Author: Debbie Teter   Recently, an article in the Repairer Driven News highlighted the importance of protecting your shop against fire https://www.repairerdrivennews.com/2023/05/04/underwriter-offers-guidance-on-repair-shop-fire-coverage/.  Fires are not only dangerous but can be detrimental to a shop’s operations.

Can Your Current Automotive Paint Booth Support A Switch To Waterborne?

Making the switch to waterborne was a hot topic eight to ten years ago in the body shop world. Environmentally conscious states such as California were the first to lead the charge. The switch to water was once feared but is embraced by shops across the country now. That is because switching to waterborne paint carries with it some distinct advantages, one of the most significant benefits being the color match.

Garmat USA Announces An Investment From MPE Partners

Garmat USA announced today that it has received an investment from MPE Partners (“MPE” or “Morgenthaler Private Equity”). Located in Englewood, CO, Garmat USA is a market leading designer and manufacturer of highly engineered paint booths, finishing solutions, and related accessories for the automotive collision repair and industrial end markets.