When it comes to auto body painting there’s sanding, painting, and applying solvent or fillers as daily duties of professional and practicing collision repair technicians. But no automotive technician or hobbyist should ever put their health in danger for the perfect paint job. At ATC, we take auto body painting safety seriously and our shop-based […]
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The automotive industry is full of diverse careers that provide various opportunities for automotive enthusiasts to excel in specific fields. While it may be misconstrued that automotive tech school graduates only go on to repair vehicles, requiring extensive under-the-hood knowledge and how to diagnose common issues, the automotive industry holds many more possibilities. The world […]
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Collision repair technicians specialize in restoring vehicles to their natural, visually appealing styles. Some of the best collision repair technicians can even make a damaged car look brand new. Learn more about our Collision Reconditioning Technology Program. Schedule a tour at our Warminster or Exton campus! However, to perfectly restore dents, dings, and scratches on […]
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In our last installment, we discussed the major contaminants and hazards that can damage a car’s finish. Bird droppings, dirt, insects, stones, tree sap – even such seemingly innocuous things as sunlight and water – will harm the paint on a vehicle. This time, we discuss how professional collision-repair technicians and vehicle restorers who have […]
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Paint is the most obvious visual indicator of a vehicle’s condition. Concerned vehicle owners pay close attention to conditions that can damage finish. Professional collision-repair technicians and vehicle restorers who have received training from a certified collision-repair school know what’s at stake. Even small imperfections can grow to ruin a paint job. Knowing what can […]
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Most drivers think of the paint on their car in terms of a personal statement – concerned with what the glossy black, brilliant white or smoky silver paint job will say about them. At the same time, individuals who have received collision technician training from a certified collision repair school know better. They know there’s […]
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While enamel, urethane, and lacquer have been the traditional materials used to paint a car, the latest trend is to use adhesive vinyl, a process called car wrapping. We mentioned car wrapping in a previous article about temporary fixes you can make to a leased car. If you own a car and want to improve […]
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Car painting is usually done by a professional auto body shop; the task requires all kinds of special equipment and safety precautions. Whether you’re in training to become an automotive collision repair technician or you are a car owner and simply want to make it a do-it-yourself project, we provide the resources. Automotive Learning Library […]
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As cars are lasting longer and drivers look to add new-car shine to their old rides, car painting has increased in popularity. No paint type is more popular in this regard than pearl paint – the shimmering, metallic glint that gives a car a celebratory sheen that many drivers desire. As a material, pearl paint […]
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