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Refinish Excellence on Show at WorldSkills Nationals in Brisbane
We proudly supported Australia’s top young spray painters at the 2025 championships
Mercedes-Benz AG Renews Approval
Mercedes-Benz renews Axalta deal, with Standox approved exclusively in Australia.
Scan Smarter with the NEW Axalta Irus Scan
Say goodbye to guesswork and hello to pinpoint accuracy! The Axalta Irus Scan spectrophotometer takes colour matching to the next level—measuring metallic flakes, hue-shifting pigments, and gloss with live surface imaging. Want to know how it can transform your workflow? Read on to discover the future of colour measurement!
Now Available: Standox 1K-Allround Primer Surfacer Aerosol in Black and White
New colour options give technicians more flexibility and control in every repair
Out Now! TUF Issue 39
Kick off 2025 with the latest edition of TUF Magazine!
Maximise Efficiency: Axalta Drivus Paint Shop Optimisation Training
Upcoming Axalta Drivus course schedule for Jan-Jun 2025 on Paint Shop Optimisation
Axalta Training Courses Announced for Jan-Jun 2025
Axalta ANZ has now launched its January to June 2025 product training schedule.
Evergreen Sprint: Axalta 2025 Automotive Colour of the Year
Axalta Introduces Evergreen Sprint as its 2025 Global Automotive Color of the Year. This newest shade pays homage to the legendary British racing green.
Axalta Named as a Global Partner to BMW Group in Over 50 Countries
Axalta has been named as a recommended refinish supplier for BMW Group where BMW private paint label, ColorSystem, is not present. The new agreement, effective from January 2025, is valid for several years and includes BMW Group’s network of dealerships and collision repair shops in over 50 countries worldwide, including Australia and New Zealand.
New Standox Additive for Summer
5880 Standocryl VOC 2K Performance Additive Slow, designed to enhance application in temperatures above 35°C.
Tips for Summer - How to tackle the warmer weather
As summer approaches with high temperatures and fluctuating humidity, refinishing professionals face unique challenges. Axalta provides practical tips to help achieve flawless results despite these conditions.
Axalta Proudly Supports Paint & Panel Magazine’s Women in Collision 2024 Program
Celebrating Women’s Contributions to Australia’s Collision Repair Industry - Nominations open till 22nd November 2024
2024 Business Council: Helping Bodyshops Navigate Business Success
Join the 2024 Axalta Drivus Business Council this October and November for one-day events focused on elevating bodyshop success. From creating inspiring work environments to measuring performance, connect with industry peers, share insights, and redefine your business approach.
Out Now! TUF Issue 38
The latest Spring edition of TUF Magazine is here!
NEW! Sagola 4600 DFT Series Spray Gun
Meet the NEW Sagola 4600 DFT — precision and performance redefined
Accelerate Your Repairs With Our NEW 1K Allround Primer Surfacer Aerosol!
Standox is excited to introduce the 1K-Allround Primer Surfacer U3080S aerosol.
Grab your NEW Sontara Clean-Up Wipe!
We have recently expanded our range of Sontara wipes available through our distribution network, with the introduction of a new clean-up wipe.
Unlock your Coaching Potential with Axalta Drivus
Upcoming course schedule on Coaching for Performance with Axalta Drivus
Standox Training Courses Announced for Jul-Dec 2024
Standox AU has now launched its July to December 2024 product training schedule.
Axalta ANZ Introduces IONSTAR® Anti-Static Gun Technology
Axalta Coating Systems has teamed up with Hermann Innovations GmbH to introduce the revolutionary IONSTAR® Anti-Static solution.
Axalta Renews Sponsorship for 2024 Paint & Panel Bodyshop Awards
Recognise excellence in the automotive industry and nominate yourself or other worthy contestants now at: https://bodyshopawardscom.au/
Axalta adds RADAR compliant colour formulas to global colour database
Axalta has integrated RADAR-compliant colour formulations into its global online colour databases—ChromaWeb, Phoenix, and Standowin iQ—to anticipate future RADAR requirements for repairing cars equipped with Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
Out Now! TUF Issue 37
The latest TUF magazine edition is out now! Packed with captivating customer stories, cutting-edge products and bodyshop insights to elevate your body shop game, it's a must-read. Dive into articles of overcoming skill shortage challenges, witness the artistry of vehicle restoration, and explore the latest innovations from Axalta. Don't miss out—grab your copy now!
Plastic repairs made easy with a new poster from Standox
Standox has an updated comprehensive poster available to professional refinishers detailing each stage of every type of plastic repair. The Plastic Repair Poster aims to speed up the plastic repair process and to help refinishers work more efficiently.
Out Now! TUF Issue 36
In this issue of The Ultimate Finish Magazine, we feature a a cover story on a 'Golden Holden' Torana, a labor of love that consumed three years of toil for the owners at Axalta Distributor, Wallaby Crash Supplies.
Vehicle Refinishing Apprentices Shine at National Competition
The WorldSkills Australia National Championships, held in Melbourne from August 17-19, showcased the talent of nine regional finalists in the demanding field of Automotive Refinishing. Axalta was proud to be a category sponsor to this event, supporting the contestants by providing them with Standoblue and Xtreme products to use over an intense 3 day competition, along with 2 technical people on hand to provide support.
Axalta Services Now Drivus!
Our renowned Axalta Services program is changing its name to Drivus. The portfolio offered by Drivus will give bodyshops expert business tools and services, tailored consultancy and training across a broad range of areas.
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.
Axalta launches Axalta Irus Mix
Axalta launches Axalta Irus Mix, the fastest fully automated and completely hands-free mixing machine for the automotive refinish industry. Axalta Irus Mix delivers highly accurate colour and works with Axalta’s innovative packaging, maximising profitability and minimising environmental impact to help refinish customers meet or exceed key business goals.
Standox launches new Matt Clear System for high-quality matt finishes
Standox is proud to introduce its new Matt Clear System comprising two Standocryl products.
2023 Training Dates Announced
We are excited for another full year of training courses. We have integrated solid management practices and industry-specific best practice to develop a series of valuable courses.
Axalta’s 2022 Global Automotive Colour Popularity Report
With the release of its 70th annual Global Automotive Colour Popularity Report, Axalta revealed the top three automotive colours of 2022: white, black, and grey. First published in 1953, Axalta’s annual colour popularity report is the automotive industry’s longest running and most comprehensive colour account.
Axalta ANZ receives ‘seal of approval’ from Mercedes-Benz Queensland
Moving to a new paint system isn’t something that shops do often – there is the usual downtime to consider, as technicians train and familiarise themselves with the new system. But for Vince Reggi and his team at MBQ, the move to Standox has been worth it.
Global Defects Tech Tips Video: Pin Holes
Have you ever noticed tiny little holes in a repair area on a body panel? These are pinholes - a paint defect that can occur due to a number of different causes. Pinholes can be a frustrating defect because they show after all the work is done. Be sure to watch the latest video from our Global Paint Defects Series to understand the cause, prevention and remedy of this defect!
Axalta’s Fast Cure Low Energy technology – helping bodyshops across Europe cope with the energy crisis
The cost of living is increasing but what is hitting homeowners and businesses alike is the soaring cost of energy. In January 2022, the Eurozone saw energy prices increase 28.6%. For bodyshop owners across the region these rising energy cost could not come at a worse time. After two years of struggling during the pandemic, energy costs are spiking with no assurance that the increases will slow.
Mercedes-Benz AG Approves Standox Until 2023
Mercedes-Benz AG has renewed its approval of Standox – one of the premium, global refinish brands of Axalta (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings. Effective 1 April 2020, Standox is once again approved for use across the Mercedes-Benz network in 11 European countries, until 31 March 2023.
VOC-Xtreme-Plus Clear K9600 from Standox speeds up repairs
Standox adds a new clear to its Xtreme System to make bodyshops even more efficient. The Standocryl VOC-Xtreme-Plus Clear K9600 excels at low drying temperatures.
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.
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.