Awlgrip Paint
Available Now in Panama City, FL AkzoNobel boat paint and marine coatings for professionals and boat owners across the country. Whether you’re working on a small aluminum fishing boat or maintaining a fleet of commercial vessels, we supply trusted marine paint solutions that help protect your investment and keep your boats looking their best.
April Top Collision Community Picks 2025
NCS | SSI Collision Community, This month’s April Top Collision Community Picks brings a spotlight to key legislative movements across the western U.S. that directly impact the collision repair industry. From authorities handling restitution matters in Washington to the guidelines set by OEMs in Montana, the circumstances continue
News from the Field
March Key Insights for Repair Shops from the field The automotive repair landscape is always evolving, and this week, we’ve observed some significant trends that could impact your business. Before our next "TOP-PICKS" issue in April, here are a few key takeaways from the field. Repair vs. Replace: Insurers Pushing for Repairs Many shops have
Paint Service Announcement March 2025
The Paint Service Announcement March 2025 highlights a critical issue in the collision repair industry—relying on online forums for paint advice can lead to costly mistakes. A recent incident involving a Mazda 46V exemplifies this risk, where a painter attempted multiple failed repaints using advice from an
Benefits of the CARC-L
The benefits of the CARC-L coating system are: Modernize with confidence. Cutting-edge urethane technology. Qualified to MIL-DTL-64159C standards. Aesthetic innovation with Army Research Labs-developed colors (MIL-DTL-64159C and MIL-DTL-53039F) including black, green, brown, tan, and sand. Color harmony with TALON•M Signature Management Coating (MIL-DTL-64159C) as CARC-E.
What is Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC)?
What is Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC)? Chemical Agent Resistant Coating (CARC) is a specialized military paint system engineered to provide superior protection to vehicles, equipment, and personnel against chemical, biological, and radiological (CBR) threats. Designed specifically for harsh environments and combat scenarios, CARC offers a range of benefits, making it a critical
NCS Garage January
NCS Garage January Spotlight: Tim Brickhouse’s 1969 Cougar XR7 I stumbled upon a 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7 convertible on Craigslist in January 2011, boasting only 64,000 original miles and retaining its 1979 Massachusetts inspection sticker. The seller, whose father purchased the car in 1972, recounted its sentimental history. His father's illness in 1978 led
NCS Garage December
NCS Garage December Spotlight: Dan Boboltz’s 1970 GMC C1500 My first vehicle was a 1970 GMC C1500, the same make/model/color/engine as my current truck. During our junior year of high school in 1983, my wife and I began dating, and we cruised around in that truck for two years until I headed off to
