Consistent matt finish with Trizact Blending Discs
The popular Trizact abrasive range has been extended to include a P1000 version designed for keying panels prior to the application of clearcoat or before blending.
The unique pyramid construction ensures even wear and long life providing a consistent scratch depth throughout the sanding operation.
It uses the Hookit™ Fixing System and is compatible with all 3M 150mm Back Up Pads.
For small awkward areas and panel edges the Blending Disc can be used by hand.
The foam construction allows even pressure to be applied by both hand and machine, resulting in a uniform, matt finish.
To find out more about 3M Trizact Blending Discs, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requriements.
Consistent matt finish with Trizact Blending Discs
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3M expands masking film range
Latest 'ghost buster' versions for damp conditions.
Clear masking film has obvious advantages over masking paper and now 3M has developed masking even further with the launch of Premium Clear Masking Film in both 4m and 5m widths.
The translucent polypropylene film is formulated to reduce imprint marking or 'ghosting' from damp conditions.
Supplied on 1 metre wide rolls that fold out equally to either 4 or 5 metres.
Easy one-man application, as it fits the standard 3M dispenser.
Static cling holds closely to vehicle contours to prevent overspray from reaching bodywork under the film.
Can be cut quickly and accurately to the exact repair area required.
To find out more about 3M's masking film range, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M expands masking film range
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Abrasive sheet and sander combination for top performance
Latest RUPES sander designed for 3M™ Hookit™ll abrasive sheets.
When shaping filler or flatting primer it is important the finish is as flat as possible.
The repair technique depends on the size and shape of the area to be sanded. Larger flat areas are ideally suited to sheet sanding, whilst wheel arches and areas with swage lines are more easily sanded using a block.
Hookit™ II Sheets used with the RUPES Pneumatic Orbital Sander RE21ALHC deliver the optimum balance of efficient abrasive performance and excellent dust extraction.
The compact size of the new sander, developed with 3M Technical Service, helps reduce the job area, saving time and consumables.
40% quicker than hand sanding, the orbital movement reduces scratches by 15%
Can be connected to a RUPES dust extraction system.
The new Sheet & Sander Set includes the sander with replacement base plate, five boxes of sheets in P80 through to P320 and a 3M Interface Plate.
To find out more about our Abrasive sheet and sander combination, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M™ Purple+ Multihole Abrasive Sheets
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Perfect-it™ III Ultrafina™ SE
Rotary compounding and polishing can leave fine circular scratches in the surface of the vehicle paint finish. These circular swirl marks may also show in bright light as "hologram" diffraction patterns. These are often only covered up by final polishes or wax products or rectified with additional lengthy processing with a dual-action (DA) machine.
3M™ has introduced of a range of simple-to-use Automix™ plastic repair products designed for automotive accident repair applications.
Perfect-it™ III Ultrafina™ SE Polish:
Removes all swirls and holograms using standard electric or air-powered rotary polishing machines (1000-2500 rpm).
Used in conjunction with a new ultra-soft Ultrafina™ SE High Gloss Polishing Pad it gives excellent, fast results after standard machine compounding and polishing processes.
Finish off with the new Ultrafina Polishing Cloth for the ultimate high gloss finish.
To find out more about 3M Perfect-it™ III Ultrafina™ SE, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
Perfect-it™ III Ultrafina™ SE
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Plastics can be repaired as well as replaced
3M™ Automix™ plastic repair products allow the choice.
Some insurance companies encourage the repair rather than replacement of plastic parts, a process that is cost effective and also less damaging to the environment.
3M™ has introduced of a range of simple-to-use Automix™ plastic repair products designed for automotive accident repair applications.
Automix Superfast Plastic Adhesive:
Simple to use two-pack product.
Cures in just 20 seconds.
Can be sanded, cut or drilled in 5 minutes.
Used with Contour Sheet can be shaped and formed to build tabs.
Flexible Parts Repair Material:
Ideal for minor panel damage.
Can be sanded and repainted after just 20 minutes.
Flexible Plastic Repair Patch:
Perfect for holes and cracks, typically in bumpers.
It bonds immediately and ensures alignment of the crack.
To find out more about 3M PPS, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M PPS™ revolutionises paint mixing and spraying
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Shedding light on the colour matching process
The Paint Preparation System™ (PPS™) Colour Check Light matches the spectrum of daylight.
This portable light is designed to make colour matching and the refinish process faster and easier, providing near daylight conditions for colour matching, checking coverage and identifying post painting defects.
Bodyshops can replicate daylight conditions all the year round.
Reduces the chance of costly rework caused by colour mismatch, poor coverage or metallic layout.
Helps identify post-paint defects such as swirl marks, holograms and burn through.
Helps assess vehicle colour where incorrect identification may be easy to make such as Xirallic finishes.
3M Colour Check Light comes complete with carrying case containing light, battery, charger, power supply, cords and instruction manual.
Contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M™ Hookit™ Back up pads
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3M™ Hookit™ 255P+ 15-hole abrasive discs
The new 3M™ Hookit™ 255P+ disc offers a superior cut, less loading and a reduction in airborne dust – the perfect all round performer.
Lasting significantly longer than the original 255P the new 255P+ disc gives a consistently superior cut and finish.
Superior performance – lasting significantly longer
New 15-hole configuration provides improved dust extraction
Achieves better cut with less loading
Significant performance benefits with fine grades on difficult to sand top coats and primers
For even greater performance, combine with our new Hookit™ universal 15-hole back-up pad which has been designed for total compatibility with the Hookit™ 255P+ disc. A unique ‘direct flow’ design delivers more efficient dust extraction offering higher productivity and greater operator comfort.
Contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M™ Hookit™ 255P+ 15-hole abrasive discs
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Simplified Paint Rectification System
3M has come up with a simple solution to help bodyshops identify which compounds and polishes to use with which pads when carrying out paint rectification.
Whether it’s light de-nibbing or a more serious defect, 3M offers a wide range of rectification products designed to help bodyshops achieve a perfect finish quickly and efficiently. It’s important that the correct application pad is used with the appropriate compound, so the company has developed a colour coded system which matches the perfect combination.
To find out more about the 3M Colour Coded Paint Rectification System Contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
A typical colour-coded combination; 3M™ Perfect-it™ III Extra Fine used with the correct yellow Perfect-it III Polishing Pad.
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3M™ Hookit™ E-Coat Abrasive Discs
Introducing new Hookit E-Coat Abrasive Discs engineered for new levels of performance and productivity on even the toughest e-coat primers.
Our all new Hookit E-Coat Abrasive Disc is our toughest disc ever. Designed to cut through difficult to sand OEM e-coat primers, one disc can do the job of up to 10 standard discs - making panel keying quicker and easier.
More durable - longer disc life for higher productivity
Less loading - improved cutting power
Quality finish - consistent matt finish
Better dust extraction - cleaner working environment
Contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
3M™ Hookit™ E-coat Abrasive Discs
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Solution to plastic repairs
New Plastic Repair Kit answers trade demands.
A new Plastic Repair Kit has been made available by 3M. Developed in response to trade requests and as a result of work undertaken with Co-operative Insurance, the kit is made up from the popular Automix™ range of products including the incredibly fast-curing Superfast Plastic Adhesive and repair materials for bumper and general vehicle plastic parts repair.
Plastic Repair Kit 50537 contains:
1 x Superfast Plastic Adhesive 55045
1 x Superfast Instant Plastic Repair Patch 05888
1 x Superfast Adhesive Nozzles (Bag of 50) 04908
2 x Flexible Parts Repair Material (FPRM) 05901
1 x Contour Sheet 04903
1 x Nozzles for FPRM (Bag of 12) 08198
1 x Applicator and plunger 08190
1 x Polyolefin Adhesion Promoter 05917
To find out more about 3M Plastic Repair, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requriements.
The new Plastic Repair Kit
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3M™ Hookit™ Purple+ Abrasive Discs
3M has launched a range of premium quality abrasive discs featuring NEW innovative spiral technology. This new product offers an exciting combination of special features which deliver an impressive package of benefits:-
3M abrasive minerals deliver rapid cut rate, reduced loading and a superb finish.
Specially formulated to keep cutting for longer to improve productivity.
Revolutionary spiral technology maximises the disc surface area without compromising cutting power.
Spiral design enables quicker disc changes as hole alignment is not required.
Two hole configurations – 177 hole for paint shop applications (grades P240 – P550) where finer particles are produced and 51 hole for panel shop applications (P80 – P220) which produce larger particles.
When combined with our direct flow back-up pad, Hookit Purple+ abrasive discs minimise variability in dust extraction whilst maintaining finish and consistency of repair.
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To find out more about 3M™ Hookit™ Purple+ abrasive discs, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
The repair kit contains Body Filler paste, Hardener and Spreader
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3M™ Interior Protection Products
New range of Protection Products from 3M
These premium quality products are designed to protect vehicle interiors whilst the cars are being worked on in the workshop – however long the job. No matter how many times somebody gets in and out of the car, the ultra-strong, purple seat covers resist tearing. The generous size is designed to fit all types of car seats and the profile of the cover features two pockets for extra coverage.
The seat covers feature two ply technology. The exterior of the cover film has a slippery finish, which makes it easy to manoeuvre in and out of the vehicle without moving the cover. However, conversely the interior surface of the cover is designed to grip the seat and keep the cover firmly in the required position.
Darren Lansley, Marketing Executive at 3M, explained: “One of the major issues with this type of product in the past is that it tends to rip easily, risking both potential damage to the interior through dirt and oil transfer, and the need to use one or more replacements during the repair. All of this adds to the cost.
“PAS125 requires bodyshops to take sufficient action to protect vehicle interiors during repair, while many insurers also stipulate that due care must be taken not to damage vehicle interiors.”
“This range of products is the ideal solution - made of a strong, protective, tear-resistant material which will last the duration of the repair, meaning less cost per repair than other similar products on the market.”
Completing the Interior Protection range is a large, heavy-duty floor mat and a steering wheel cover. Used together, these products provide princely protection for your customers, preventing any oil, dirt or debris from transferring into the car and also saving time and money on end-of-job valeting bills.
As part of an introductory offer, bodyshops ordering two rolls of seat covers and one pack of floor mats will receive one trial pack of steering wheel covers and a wall-mountable system dispenser free of charge.
Show your customers you care about their cars with the 3M range of Interior Protection Products. 3M has got it covered.
To find out more about 3M’s Interior Protection Products, contact us today and a member of our Customer Service Team will be available to discuss your requirements.
