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What Can MIRAFLEX Do For My Vehicle's Surface? - Fujimi

What Can MIRAFLEX Do For My Vehicle’s Surface? – Fujimi

Why Choose MIRAFLEX Compounds For Your Autobody Finishing Solutions?

The MIRAFLEX ™ Compounds series are abrasives designed for automotive exteriors. This product utilizes Fujimi‘s polishing technology, cultivated in the precision polishing processes of semiconductors. This series enables both increased processing speed and superior surface quality. It is ideal for scratch removal and surface conditioning of all types of automotive coatings.

  • High removal rate (25% higher than conventional types)
  • Scratch/haze-free (Total polishing time is reduced)
  • No oil remaining (No degreasing and less dust)

MIRAFLEX Compounds

 

How Can These Compounds Meet Different Autobody Demands For Distinct Project Needs?

Here at Ben-Ami Autocare, we have different types of MIRAFLEX Compounds And Polishes. These products include:

1). Ultra-fine cut Polishing Compound  – foam pad recommended at high speed.

Ultra-fine cut polishing compound is typically used in projects where you need to achieve an exceptionally high level of surface finish and gloss on various materials. This product is ideal for automotive, marine, and industrial surfaces.

These compounds are formulated to be very fine, with small abrasive particles. They are designed to be the final step in a multi-step polishing process. They are typically used with polishing pads or buffing wheels to achieve the desired level of surface smoothness and shine without causing damage to the material. The choice of compound and polishing technique is based on the specific material and the level of finish required for the project.

Here are some common applications for which ultra-fine cut polishing compounds may be used:

  1. Automotive Detailing: Ultra-fine cut polishing compounds are commonly used in automotive detailing to remove very fine scratches, swirl marks, and other imperfections from a vehicle’s paintwork. It’s often the final step in the polishing process to achieve a mirror-like finish.
  2. Marine and Boat Restoration: Boat and yacht owners often use ultra-fine cut polishing compounds to restore and maintain the high-gloss finish of their vessels. It can help remove oxidation, water spots, and minor blemishes from gel coats or fiberglass surfaces.
  3. Aerospace: In the aerospace industry, ultra-fine polishing compounds are used for polishing the surfaces of aircraft and spacecraft components. They are critical in maintaining the integrity of these structures.

 

2). Medium Cut Polishing Compound – Microfiber Pad recommended at medium speed

Medium-cut polishing compounds are used in various projects and applications, where you need to remove moderate to heavy surface imperfections, scratches, and oxidation from your vehicle. In addition, it will achieve a smoother and shinier finish. Some common projects and industries where medium-cut polishing compounds are used:

  1. Automotive Detailing: Medium-cut compounds are often used in automotive detailing to remove moderate to heavy swirl marks, scratches, and oxidation from a vehicle’s paintwork. They are typically used after a more aggressive coarse-cut compound and before the finer ultra-fine-cut compounds.
  2. Marine and Boat Restoration: For marine applications, medium-cut compounds can help remove stubborn oxidation, water spots, and scratches on the gelcoat or fiberglass surfaces of boats and yachts.
  3. Aerospace: In aerospace applications, medium-cut compounds are used for removing imperfections and preparing surfaces for subsequent finishing steps.

Medium-cut polishing compounds contain abrasive particles that are coarser than those found in ultra-fine compounds but finer than coarse-cut compounds. They strike a balance between removing imperfections and achieving a reasonable level of shine. These compounds are typically used with appropriate polishing pads, buffing wheels, or by hand.

3). Cutting Compound

Cutting or coarse-cut polishing compounds are used in projects and applications where you need to remove heavy surface imperfections, deep scratches, and oxidation from various materials. These compounds are more abrasive and are typically the initial step in the polishing process to prepare the surface for finer polishing. Cutting compounds contain larger and more aggressive abrasive particles compared to medium-cut and ultra-fine polishing compounds. They are designed to quickly and effectively remove severe imperfections and defects. These compounds are typically used with aggressive cutting pads or buffing wheels. Their use is followed by progressively finer compounds and polishing steps to achieve the desired surface finish.

MIRAFLEX Compounds

How Virtus Cut and Polish Compounds Can Provide a Perfect Finish? - Allchem

How Virtus Cut and Polish Compounds Can Provide a Perfect Finish? – Allchem

About Allchem Brand

Allchem is a well-trusted brand with 65 years of experience in the industry. Their products have been used by luxury Italian car manufacturers such as Bugatti and Ferrari, producing the highest-quality Virtus Cut And Polish Compounds from Italy.  The company’s extensive research into nanotechnology has been essential to creating its large range of products. Their products can guarantee hologram-free polishing finishes for the best detailing solutions. The large range of available polishing products will save autobody and marine shops time while ensuring the best results.

About Allchem Brand

Why Should You Choose Virtus Cut And Polish Compounds For Your Vehicle?

Virtus Cut And Polish Compounds are an excellent addition to your autobody, marine, and detail supplies. This product is often used to remove imperfections from a vehicle’s paint and restore its finish to high gloss. It contains abrasive particles capable of removing surface defects such as swirl marks, light scratches, oxidation, and other blemishes from a car’s paint. In addition to cutting, it also contains polishing agents that help refine the surface and bring out a high level of gloss and shine. Ultimately providing strong protection for your vehicle and producing a spotless finish

Why Should You Choose Virtus Cut And Polish Compounds For Your Vehicle?

When Should I Use Virtus Cut And Polish Compounds?

These compounds are often used with a polishing machine or buffer to achieve the best results. Virtus offers varying levels of aggressiveness, from heavy-cut compounds for more severe imperfections to lighter-cut compounds for minor touch-ups and final polishing.

What are the Available Products At Ben-Ami Autocare?

Virtus: 571 Aqualux Sprayable Wax And Polymer:

  • Long-lasting ceramic protective spray polish.
  • Used on paints, rubbers, plastics, dashboards, leather, and waterless washing. Anti-static and super slippery protective action.

Virtus: 472: Deep Gloss – Ceramic Ultrafine Cut Polish 

  • Provides shine to your vehicle and removes imperfections such as scratches and holograms.

Virtus: 472: Plus – Ceramic Ultrafine Cut Polish 

    • Extra Rapid abrasive liquid for removing defects on original equipment, for bodywork, and for boating.
    • Provides shine to your vehicle and eliminates scratches and holograms.

Virtus: Virtus 471 Aqualux Spray Polish Concentrate

  • Substantially makes paint, plastics, and glass shine and offers strong anti-scratch protection.

Virtus: 497 UHD Ultra Fast Cut And Polish 

  • Polishing system for the removal of medium and deep defects from painted and gel coat surfaces (yachts). This product is excellent for old, fresh, and scratch-resistant paints.

Virtus: 487 UHD Extreme One-Step Cut And Polish 

  • This product can be used on all car paints and gel coats (yachts) with both rotary and orbital polishers. It is a polishing system for the removal of medium and deep defects.

Virtus: 463 Polish Gloss Paint Protection System 

  • Very light abrasive polymer polish for the treatment of surfaces that leave an invisible protection film against contamination.
  • Increases the gloss of Your car
  • Increases your paint life by 40-50%
  • Reduces dirt accumulation by 70-80%

Virtus: 432 Orange Peel And Runs – Extra Coarse Cut Gel Rubbing Compound 

  • Used as the first step for removing orange peel and deep defects on both car paint and gel coat (yachts).
    Removes scratches (P1200-P1500) from different types of paint and Marine Gelcoat.
  • Applicable both by hand and by machine at 1800 RPM max.
  • Easy to use on both fresh and old paint.
  • Use with Lambskin Foamed Wool Pads or Foam Pads.

Virtus Polishing Compounds.

Q1 Masking Tape

How Can Q1 Masking Tape Assist Me With My Automotive Refinishing Needs? – Q1

What is Q1 Masking Tape?

Q1 Masking Tape is an automotive masking tape designed to combine consistent unwinding, easy tear, and conformability, performing extremely well when used tape on tape and with masking paper and protective film. Automotive masking tape can be used for masking the surfaces near the area to paint, where other masking products cannot be applied. The tape is widely used also to fasten masking paper or masking film to the car body.

How Can This Product Provide Premium Refinishing Solutions?

Q1 Masking Tape is made with premium crepe paper with natural rubber base adhesive, specific for automotive car refinishing applications during drying cycles at high temperatures up to 110 deg C/230 deg F. It guarantees high adhesion and doesn’t leave adhesive traces when removed. This automotive masking tape can be applied with ease to all vehicle surfaces. For difficult applications, the tape can be torn by hand in short stripes that fit the most irregular surfaces.

Q1 Masking Tape applied to a vehicle.

Q1 Masking Tape Features And Benefits:

  • High-performance natural rubber-base adhesive
  • Saturated semi-crepe paper
  • Excellent adhesion and mechanical features
  • Compatible with all waterborne and solvent-based coatings, popular paints and lacquers
  • Excellent conformability on irregular surfaces
  • Instant adhesion to all vehicle surfaces and good holding power
  • Conforms well to curved surfaces without lifting or tearing
  • Resists waterborne and solvent-based coatings
  • Controlled unwind
  • Easy clean removal without adhesive residues
  • Sharp and clean paint edges

 

What Is Your Dream Color? - House Of Kolor

What Is Your Dream Color? – House Of Kolor

What Makes House Of Kolor Stand Out?

If you want top-notch quality in custom color auto paints, look no further than the House of Kolor auto paint. Known in the coatings industry since 1956, House of Kolor continues the tradition of high-quality premium custom finishes for vehicles and motorcycles. Whether you are looking for the proven Shimrin® House of Kolor Kandy paint or want to try the innovative Shimrin® 2 line of basecoats that features a more amplified pearl effect, the selection offered at Benami Autocare allows you to make custom House of Kolor paint kits for a range of painting projects. You will find both HOK Shimrin® and Shimrin® 2 basecoats and other necessary components, including primers, clearcoats, catalysts, and reducers. We are located in Lindenhurst NY please stop by the store or visit our website.

House Of Kolor Paint applied to car.

What is the First Step in your House of Kolor Paint Job?

The first step in every House of Kolor paint job is always a proper undercoat. House of Kolor Surfacers/Sealers prep and prime your surface for that beautiful shine that every customer is looking for. This product helps create a smooth and consistent base for the paint to adhere to, enhances color vibrancy, and can help hide imperfections on the surface. The surfacer/sealer is designed to work in conjunction with their other paint products. It could be used to prepare the surface of a vehicle or other objects for the application of House of Kolor paints. Ultimately, it provides an optimal base for achieving the desired color and finish. Check out our options on our website.

House Of Kolor Surfacer/Sealer

 

The Next Step

The next step is to apply the House Of Kolor Basecoats. This product is designed to be applied after a primer or surfacer has been applied to the surface. They are formulated to provide rich color and excellent coverage while allowing the reflective properties of the color to shine through. These products make your project sparkle, shine, shimmer, and turn heads. Delivering intense and brilliant colors that can be further enhanced with clear coats and other finishes. The hard part is deciding which to choose. Let us show you what will work best.

House Of Kolor Basecoat

 

The Final Step

The final step is the topcoat, giving your project a show-ready finish. This can be achieved through the use of the House Of Kolor Klear Koats. This product is made to complement their basecoat and is designed to deliver a durable and glossy finish that helps showcase the vibrancy and depth of the basecoat color beneath it. This product will help you achieve different levels of glossiness, from matte to high-gloss, depending on the desired final look. They provide a smooth and consistent surface that enhances the overall visual appeal of the vehicle or object being painted. At Benami Autocare, we have the final touch for you.

House Of Kolor Klear

 

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Why Lose The Cord? – ShineMate

The future is cordless - ShineMate

Introducing the Benefits of Cordless Polishers

ShineMate Cordless Polishers are a great addition to any car wash, detailing, or auto body shop. Whether you find yourself to be a car enthusiast, novice, or professional. Keeping your car in perfect condition is a near-impossible task due to unavoidable imperfections that appear on your vehicle. Here are some benefits that this type of polisher can offer to your vehicle:

  •  Easy and effective paint correction to keep their cars looking clean.
  • Make cleaning your headlights quick and easy.
  • Durability and convenience in comparison to corded polishers. ShineMate’s polishers are more convenient than corded polishers because there is no requirement or need for an outlet. Furthermore, there is less risk of the cable smacking against your vehicle’s paintwork creating a potentially hazardous situation.

What ShineMates Cordless Polisher can do for your vehicle?

ShineMate Cordless Polishers are fine mechanical tools used to apply and polish off the polish or wax left on your vehicle. When applying polish to your vehicle while using this tool you can remove many types of minor imperfections. This includes light surface scratches, oxidation, dirt, bird stains, swirls, and other potential minor imperfections that may appear on your vehicle. To add further protection to your vehicle it is recommended to apply wax. A cordless polisher can serve both jobs much faster and more effectively in comparison to manual polishing vehicles.

 

ShineMate Cordless DA Polisher being used on vehicle.

The Specifications of ShineMates Cordless Polishers

When using this machine balance is critical, if you have small petite hands it is recommended to purchase a lightweight, smaller diameter and length cordless polisher. When putting your cordless polisher to use it is important to possess good surface texture because texture equals transaction. This can be enhanced in many ways which include silicon grips, metal surface projections, and gloves. The ShineMate Cordless Polishers are powerful and possess a variable speed from 2,500 to 5,500 of free speed. These Cordless polishers contain different-sized rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. Charging time for this tool can vary from 30 to 40 minutes for a full charge. Operating time ranges from 25 minutes of operation to approximately 40 minutes based on the product that is purchased. This feature provides consumers who are in a time crunch a huge boost. All rechargeable batteries have a finite lifespan saving the customer potentially unnecessary expenses.

ShineMate Cordless Polisher Machine Structure.

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What is the ProSpray Intermix System? – ProSpray

Image of ProSpray Products.

ProSpray Intermix System

The ProSpray Intermix System can be mixed as a basecoat or single stage with a choice of high, medium, and normal solids for National Rule areas. As well as a high-solids option for those that require low VOC. The basecoat system offers excellent coverage and superior blending characteristics. Using a 1:1 mixing ratio for National Rule and a 1:2 mixing ratio for low VOC with the option to be activated for increased durability. The single-stage system offers superior flow and gloss retention using one set of activators and thinners to provide you with a streamlined easy-to-use system.

How does the ProSpray Intermix System benefit your vehicle?

Pro-Spray Automotive Paint System is crafted for high coverage, perfect color match, and performance. This company’s product provides customers with finishing blend paint that functions with European technology. Here at Benami, we sell high-quality toners and clear coats available in the Pro-Spray Brands. The Pro-Spray Toners and Clearcoats are in stock on our website and are also available on hand in our shop. We provide a range of these products within Pro-Spray’s excellent and outstanding Intermix System. These products will provide customers with superb coverage and superior blending for their automotive vehicles. This paint system is designed for ideal performance.

Our Available Product Line

Here at Benami Autocare, we carry the complete ProSpray Intermix System such as:

  • Clear Coats
  • Hardeners
  • Activators
  • Reducers
  • Thinners
  • Toners

ProSpray finishes possess a full range of premium, easy-to-use, European technology clearcoats for exceptional performance durability, and DOI. ProSpray hardeners and activators are available for use in national rule and low VOC Prospray 2K products. In addition, we carry product-specific activators for specialty products. ProSpray thinners and reducers include universal 2K thinners for national rule and low VOC for a more compact system. Low VOC reactive basecoat reducer helps create a more durable finish keeping your car strong and looking clean.

ProSpray Intermix System.

Rupes Polishing Products

How Can RUPES Polishing System Meet Your Detailing Needs? – RUPES

What Products Does RUPES Polishing System Have to Offer?

RUPES is a well-known Italian company specializing in high-quality professional tools and equipment for the automotive detailing and polishing industry. The RUPES Polishing System is a comprehensive range of products designed to provide solutions for paint correction, polishing, and finishing processes. These products include polishers, compounds, pads, and backing plates.

Rupes BigFoot Polishing System.

 

RUPES BigFoot Polisher

The RUPES Big Foot Random Orbital Polishing System is an assembly of car polishers. This product line is specially formulated polishing compounds and foam microfiber polishing pads. It provides effective use for the professional auto detailer and car hobbyist who command an extraordinary finish. RUPES spent years perfecting this system by collecting information from users around the globe. In order to make sure every foam pad and polishing compound performed impeccably on all paint systems when used with the Big Foot Random Orbital Polishing System. The Polishing System guarantees quicker paint correction than any other buffing and polishing system on the market without giving up the quality of the finish.

RUPES DA Polisher LHR15ES Bigfoot 230v

What Polishing Compounds Should Be Used?

Using the latest breakthroughs in abrasive technology. The RUPES polishing compounds have been developed, tested, refined, blended, and packaged 100% in-house by Rupes. These all-new compound and polish formulas aren’t just a new standard for Rupes, they’re a new standard for the industry. Each of these new BigFoot liquids is an essential part of the RUPES Polishing System and they represent the company’s commitment to innovation and quality. Improved cutting performance, astounding finishing ability, and a focus on the user experience provide excellent paint correction for the customer. This product is available to purchase at Benami Autocare through our website or visit the store for pick up.

RUPES Polishing Compounds

What Pads Are Recommended For RUPES Polishing System?

RUPES recommends using their own line of foam pads specifically designed to work with their BigFoot polishers. The foam pads are an essential component of the polishing process as they help to optimize the performance of the polishers and achieve the desired results on various paint surfaces. Attached below are the recommended pads for different detailing needs.

  1. RUPES Blue Coarse Foam Pad: This pad is designed for heavy cutting and aggressive paint correction. It features a coarse foam composition that effectively removes deeper scratches, swirls, and oxidation from the paint surface.
  2. RUPES Green Medium Foam Pad: The green medium foam pad is a versatile option suitable for moderate paint correction and defect removal. It works well with medium-grade polishing compounds to refine the paint surface.
  3. RUPES Yellow Fine Foam Pad: This pad is intended for light polishing and finishing work. It helps to remove light swirl marks and holograms, leaving a smooth and glossy finish.
  4. RUPES White Ultra Fine Foam Pad: The white ultra-fine foam pad is ideal for applying waxes, sealants, and finishing polishes. It provides a final touch to enhance the paint’s clarity and shine.

RUPES Polishing Pads

 

How Can the NANO-CERAMIC Coating Protect My Vehicle? – NANO-CERAMIC®️

Nano-Ceramic Coating

What is NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coating?

NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coating is a revolutionary, ultradurable, ceramic clear coating that provides superior scratch resistance and semi-permanent protection for all vehicle finishes, paints, and exterior surfaces.

What makes NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coating Stand Out from the Competition?

NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coating is more than 4 times stronger than factory paint finishes and can absorb damage that would otherwise affect the appearance and integrity of your paint. This extremely durable ceramic coating reduces swirl marks and light scratches while protecting and preserving factory paint. This Coating is completely resistant to acidic environmental substances like bird droppings, bug residue, acid rain, and tree sap, unlike your vehicle’s factory paint, which can be permanently etched and damaged by these substances. This product provides advanced protective barriers to your vehicle’s surfaces, maintaining both high-gloss and matte finishes.

What are the benefits of applying NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coating?

NANO-CERAMIC Thin Film Coatings provides vehicles with a superior, near-permanent, clear coating that is resistant to chemical etching, harder than factory paint finishes, and able to greatly reduce swirl marks and fine scratches while leaving a superior, hydrophobic surface that is easier to clean and stays cleaner longer. All vehicle materials can be treated with one of our Nano-Ceramic Thin Film Coatings. Restore the color and shine to plastic trim with advanced hydrophobic and UV protection. Even chrome, aluminum, and other metals can have added protection, as our coatings can withstand temperatures of over 850° C.

How the Product Works:

  1. The surface layer of the factory clear coat is damaged and contaminated
  2. Decontamination and polish the clear coat to produce a smooth and even surface.
  3. Restoration of coating thickness occurs with the Nano-Ceramic Thin Film Coating.

Thin Film Coating is available in different grades:

  • SIBC Gorilla Basecoat:
  • 2.5 Micron Basecoat
  • Near-permanent protection.
  • Especially recommended for soft clear
    coats and repainted vehicles.
  • SIBC basecoat provides ultimate
    H9+++ hardness with an almost
    unremovable smooth finish ready to
    bond with any of our revolutionary
    protective coatings.
  • Superb Hydrophobic Effect
  • Excellent Weather Resistance

SI05 Diamond Mirror Gloss:

  • 2.5 Micron HD (High Density)
  • Reduce Micro-Scratches with H9++
    Hardness
  • Superb Hydrophobic Effect
  • Excellent Weather Resistance
  • UV & Thermal Resistance
  • Up to 5 Years of protection on factory paint
  • 5-Year Limited Warranty if you follow our
    maintenance program (in combination
    with SIBC)

 

 

Car-Rep 2K Paint System

What Makes the Car-Rep 2K Automotive Paint System Stand Out From the Competition? – Car-Rep

What is the Car-Rep Brand?

The Car Rep brand has been Europe’s leader in the development of the highest-quality aerosol paint solutions for automotive enthusiasts and professionals since 1968. A brand of Maston Oy based in Veikkola, Finland, the Car-Rep 2k product line offers a complete line of aerosol primers, paints, and clear coats. This will help the customer restore, restyle, and protect their vehicle with the quality and durability of 2K and with unlimited pot life.

What are the Benefits of the Wise 2K Technology?

What separates the Car-Rep 2k Spray Paint System products from the current competition is the revolutionary Wise 2K Technology. Unlike other 2K aerosol products on the market, Car-Rep’s Wise 2K technology features both the hardener and the paint in a patented one-compartment, which allows the hardener to only activate once sprayed — not inside the can. This not only makes Car-Rep incredibly easy to use and time-efficient but it also means our products have unlimited pot life. This allows you to use the entire contents of each can with no wasted product. Most importantly, our easy-to-use products will help you achieve the superior, corrosion, chemical, and UV-resistant finish you can only get from 2K.

Car-Rep 2K Automotive Paint System

The Car-Rep 2K Spray Paint System makes it easy to get a professional-looking finish on all your automotive projects. This includes a full assortment of primers, clear coats, and stand-alone color topcoats with superior, corrosion, chemical, and UV-resistant characteristics. These features can only be produced from the new 2K technology. But what makes Car-Rep products genuinely unique is the revolutionary, patented Wise 2K Technology which features the 2-components (both the hardener and the resin) in a compartment. This allows the hardener to only activate once sprayed — not inside the can. This not only makes Car-Rep incredibly easy to use, but it also means this product has unlimited pot life — so you can use the entire contents of each can with no wasted product. This product will save you time and money because of its efficiency for your automotive finish.

 

 

 

Valspar Toners and Pearls

Why Make Valspar Part Of Your Automotive Refinish Supplies? – Valspar

Why Select Valspar Refinish As Part Of Your Paint Supplies?

Valspar Refinish products deliver the very best in color-matching technology for customers who are interested in automotive paint supplies. From the lab to the body shop, Valspar is the cutting edge in refinishing technology. The product performance, application engineering, and operational excellence make Valspar the partner you need at your side as you take your shop to the next level. For over 100 years, automotive professionals around the world have relied on Valspar’s refinishing products to bring new life to old surfaces. Here at Ben-Ami Auto Care, we provide our customers with top-quality brands such as Valspar Automotive products. These products are available for purchase in the physical store or the website as well.

Valspar Refinish 

Valspar® Refinish is a market leader for premium-quality, low-cost automotive-refinish paints and coatings. The company’s goal is for every customer you serve to be more than impressed with every paint job, every vehicle, every time—and for your shop to be consistently profitable. It is a versatile, compact intermix system,  offering high-quality, solvent-based solutions for your refinishing needs. With a premium Low VOC solution (LV Series) that includes our easy-to-apply primers and clearcoats that set industry standards – the Valspar Refinish line is a solid choice for the body shop that values performance.

We make this possible by delivering everything you need to succeed:

  • Outstanding quality
  • Excellent color consistency
  • Shortened cycle times
  • Lower material costs
  • Consistent results

Valspar Refinish Products

What Products Does Valspar Refinish Have To Offer?

Radical Effect Toners 

A system that is recognized in the collision repair and refinish industry as ultra-versatile. Now includes four new toners that promise to deliver special effect colors – more than 75 OEM colors that could not be mixed until now. From Fusion to Seafoam, four new Radical Effects Toners promise to deliver interesting and unique color shifts. It can be drastic or ever so subtle – from magenta to green and green/ gold to turquoise.

VALSPAR RADICAL EFFECTS - Bodyshop Paint Supplies Bayswater

Universal Intermix Toners 

Valspar’s proprietary Universal Intermix System is the industry leader for state-of-the-art innovation and efficiency in tinting technology. One set of universal tints, liquid pearls, and technology-specific binders can be mixed to achieve basecoat, polyurethane single-stage, acrylic-urethane enamel, and alkyd enamel. In addition, with the Low VOC product line, all polyurethane single-stage products can be mixed at VOC levels that meet all air-quality regulations.

Valspar Intermix Toner

Primers/Surfacers/Sealers 

Valspar® Refinish offers a range of solutions that will keep your shop productive while ensuring you achieve the best possible quality, job after job. Whether you need a primer, a primer sealer, or a primer surfacer, we offer all the technologies and variations you need. Valspar’s state-of-the-art Colored Primer System gives you more color options than any primer in the world.

Basecoats/Top Coats 

When you need hard-working, absolutely reliable coatings and color, trust Valspar® Refinish. From basecoats to topcoats, Valspar provides the options and quality you demand. The company’s innovative solutions will keep your shop efficient and profitable.

Reducers & Activators 

Valspar® Refinish provides a full selection of reducers and activators to keep your repairs moving efficiently and looking outstanding. Here at Ben-Ami Autocare, we are always happy to provide consultation on which best products would best meet your specific needs. Just ask.

Clearcoats 

Valspar® Refinish offers a full line of clearcoats. These clear coats ensure outstanding application properties, durability, flow, leveling, and the ultimate in gloss and depth. Whatever options your shop requires medium solids, low VOCs, anti-graffiti, or any other we have a performance combination that’s right for you.

 

Valspar Brand Logo.

 

Sia Abrasives Logo

How Can Sia Transform My Finishing Solutions?

Introducing Sia

Sia Abrasives is one of the world’s leading suppliers of abrasives. Sia Abrasives has over 140 years of expertise. This brand has unrivaled innovativeness and offers one of the most comprehensive ranges of products. As a result, these products include solutions for all materials, a wide range of applications, and abrasives in all shapes and forms. Sia Abrasives can be used for jobs relating to automotive, aerospace, furniture production, interior building, and general applications.

Sia: Soft Sponge

How Can Sia Provide Solutions for Different Detail Needs?

Sia Abrasives for Automotive Needs

Sia Abrasives’ proven surface system is comprised of abrasives, machinery, and accessories. Their product line supports bodywork professionals by providing tailor-made solutions for applications such as coarse sanding, repair sanding, lacquer sanding, and polishing. Together with professionals from the industry, Sia has created abrasives that save time and reduce costs.

Aerospace

Achieve your goals more efficiently using Sia’s system solutions for the aerospace industry. Sia Abrasives allows for professional work and saves our customers from unnecessary costs. Sia continues to work on customized abrasive solutions together with their buyers in the aviation industry.

Furniture

Sia Abrasives maintains an extensive product range for surface treatment of solid wood, wood-based, and solid surface materials and paints. The various abrasive formats – from discs to wide belts and cross belts – exceed all expectations concerning mechanical load, surface quality, and service life.

Homes

New materials generate new needs. Sia provides tailored solutions –  so that the abrasive work can be carried out in a fast and clean manner. Sia Abrasives are extremely beneficial for painters, carpenters, plasterers, drywall builders, and floor layers. This will require recognizing the material, understanding its properties, and then fine-tuning the abrasive accordingly.

General Fabrication

From material removal to surface treatment and finishing, with or without structuring. System solutions from Sia Abrasives produce impressive and exciting results. All metalworking professionals are excited by abrasive applications which are perfectly coordinated, and suitable for all forms of abrasive applications on steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other metals.

What Are Abrasives?

 

An abrasive is a material used to finish (the act of polishing or making a surface smooth) or shape a workpiece through friction. The materials used on abrasives to create friction are often minerals. Abrasives are commonly mislabeled as sandpaper by the general public, but that is a misnomer because neither sand nor glass is used to manufacture abrasive products anymore. Abrasives are used for many different industrial, consumer, and technological applications. Abrasives can be used for cutting, grinding, polishing, drilling, sharpening, lapping, buffing, honing, and sanding among many other things. The wide range of uses has given birth to many different types of abrasive products.

How Do Abrasives Work?

As previously mentioned, abrasives rely on friction to remove material and smoothen out workpieces. While any two solid materials will wear each other away when repeatedly rubbed together over time, abrasive materials work well and last longer because they tend to be harder than the material that is being worked on. Abrasive grains (also called grit) have rough edges and when the grains come into contact with a material while in motion, the grains break away fragments of the workpiece. Many different factors determine how effective an abrasive will be. Factors include:

  • The relative hardness of an abrasive compared to the material being worked on (harder abrasives will cut deeper faster)
  • Adhesion between grains (determines how quickly grains are lost)
  • Loading (worn abrasives can reduce cutting efficiency)
  • Contact force (greater force will result in faster abrasion)
  • Use of lubricant, coolant, or metalworking fluid (can help to carry away sanding debris to prevent friction and reduce heat)

Sianet 7500 Abrasive

 

 

DeBeer Refinish Logo

What Can The DeBeer Water Base 900 Series Do For My Paint System? – DeBeer Refinish

DeBeer Water Base 900 Series was released by Valspar Automotive more than a decade ago. It was the first VOC-compliant refinish system on the market and is now recognized as a market-leading, low-cost, and high-quality refinisher.

The 900+ Series can improve coverage with high-opacity hues for all solid, pearl, metallic, and metallic colors.  The series is incredibly easy to use and comes with a complete system of must-have primers, clearcoats, and ancillaries. 

DeBeer Refinish brings you a simpler and smarter refinishing solution. The comprehensive DeBeer Water Base 900+ Series system is easy to use. In addition, its innovative approach meets the needs of today’s advanced refinisher. Fully compatible components assure superior quality results with striking natural clarity and exceptional color precision. Vivid colors that are so real they seem to be lifted straight from nature. This water-based mixing system allows you to maintain fine-tuned quality and speed with the increased coverage and efficiencies of the leading brands. In addition, it can help you match any paint job. 

Save time, materials, and energy with superb coverage and quick drying. Waste and pollution are countered by clever design and non-aggressive formulations. Trust DeBeer to make higher productivity and profits easy. 

The Difference Is DeBeer Premium Refinishing

 

                          The DIFFERENCE IS DEBEER PREMIUM REFINISHING WATERBASE 900+ SERIES

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Microfiber Towels applied to the interior of a car

What Can Microfiber Towels Do For Your Detailing Needs?

How do Microfiber Towels Affect The Appearance Of My Vehicle?

Microfiber towels are specialized cleaning and detailing towels designed for use in the automotive industry. They are known for their high absorbency, softness, and ability to clean without leaving streaks or scratches on vehicle surfaces. These towels come in various sizes, types, and GSM ratings (Grams per Square Meter), each with specific applications in automotive care and detailing. Here are some common types of automotive microfiber towels available at Benami Autocare:

Drying Towels: These towels are designed for drying a vehicle’s exterior after washing. They typically have a high GSM rating (e.g., 300 to 800 GSM) to maximize water absorption and minimize the risk of water spots.

Waffle Weave Towels: These towels have a textured waffle pattern that increases surface area and improves water absorption. They are often used for drying and detailing.

Buffing and Polishing Towels: These towels are used for applying and buffing off wax, polish, or sealants on a vehicle’s paint surface. They are usually soft and lint-free to prevent scratching and leave a high-gloss finish.

Glass Cleaning Towels: These are designed specifically for cleaning glass surfaces, such as windows and mirrors. They are often lint-free and streak-free to ensure clear and spotless results.

What is the difference between 300 and 400 GSM?

Microfiber Towels with 300 GSM:

  1. Absorbency: Towels with a 300 GSM rating are moderately absorbent. They can handle light to medium moisture levels and are suitable for tasks like wiping down surfaces in the kitchen, cleaning mirrors, or quick car drying.
  2. Versatility: These towels are versatile and can be used for a variety of cleaning tasks, both wet and dry.
  3. Durability: Microfiber towels with a 300 GSM rating are typically durable and can withstand multiple washes. They are often used in households and car detailing.
  4. Cost-Effective: They are often more cost-effective than higher GSM towels, making them a good choice for everyday cleaning needs.
  5. Lint-Free: Like most microfiber towels, those with a 300 GSM rating are lint-free, which means they won’t leave lint or streaks behind when used for cleaning.

Microfiber Towels with 400 GSM:

  1. Absorbency: Towels with a 400 GSM rating are more absorbent compared to 300 GSM towels. They can handle heavier moisture levels and are suitable for tasks that require more thorough drying, such as drying a car’s exterior after washing.
  2. Versatility: They are versatile and can be used for a wide range of cleaning tasks, from household cleaning to automotive detailing.
  3. Durability: Microfiber towels with a 400 GSM rating are also durable and can withstand frequent use and washing.
  4. Softness: These towels are soft and gentle on surfaces, making them suitable for delicate tasks like cleaning glass or polishing surfaces without scratching.
  5. Cost: While they offer increased absorbency and softness, they may be slightly more expensive than 300 GSM towels.
Motor Guard Air Preparation System

How Can The Motor Guard Air Preparation System Help With My Body Shop’s Air Filtration? – Motor Guard

About Motor Guard Air Preparation Systems:

Motor Guard offers innovative and time-saving Air Preparation Systems that provide unique solutions to refinishing challenges. Some of the company’s applications range from air preparation tools such as air compressors, filters, and control units. Motor Guard has been providing compressed air filtration for over 32 years. This led Motor Guard to create a modular filtration system designed to integrate with components you may already have in your shop. In many instances, you may already have a quality regulator or water trap. These components may be used along with the Motor Guard Compressed Air Conditioning Modules to build one of many custom systems to fit any application in your shop. Don’t waste money buying pre-built systems that contain parts you already own.

How Can This Air Preparation System Product Provide Premium Paint Preparation?

This Motor Guard Air Preparation System removes moisture from compressed air. Moisture in compressed air can lead to corrosion, contamination of paint and coatings, and reduced equipment efficiency. Therefore, desiccant dryers ensure clean, dry air in automotive painting, sandblasting, and other applications. These desiccant dryers are commonly used in automotive refinishing shops, body shops, and industrial settings where clean, dry air is essential for painting, sanding, and operating pneumatic tools.

Motor Guard: High Tech Compressed Air Desiccant Dryer Specifications:

This product is a high-volume water trap combined with a particulate and oil filter with the company’s hydrophilic depth cartridge that filters to a 0.01-micron rating. The cartridge was developed to trap oil, water, and particulates between the tightly wound sheets of high-efficiency media. A drop-in replacement cartridge (No. M-700) and spin-off T-handle provide for a rapid cartridge change.

Features and Benefits:

  • Centrifugal Water Separator Traps Condensed Moisture
  • Hydrophilic Depth Cartridge Traps Particulates, Water and Oil Aerosols
  • Port Size: 1/2 NPT Nominal Airflow: 100 CFM Water Trap Bowl Capacity: 16 fl. oz. Nominal Filtration Rating: .01 Micron Outlet Pressure Range: 0-125 PSI Maximum Pressure: 125 PSI Temperature Range: 32-120F
  • Quick and Clean Cartridge Change
  • Made in USA

 

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