Avid newsletter readers already know how hard A Street Automotive and Collision works
at recycling and upholding a green shop status. In the interest of our environment
and business we have added a new computerized paint mixing system to the Collision
Shop.
The Sikkens Mix It System is a very sophisticated computer and software package
that has many advantages over our previous mechanical paint mixing system. The biggest
advantage is the Mix Its ability to provide paint mixing formulas in very small quantities. The smallest quantity that is available with most mechanical mixing systems is
a pint.
Many times an automobile spot repair will require far less than a pint of
paint. The leftover paint goes into a hazardous waste barrel. Not only does the Mix
It System cut down on waste but it also has these advantages: decreased paint mixing times,
more precise and up to date color matches, many record-keeping functions and material
cost savings.
Overall the Mix It System makes better paint matches, lowers cost,
and insures less waste. This is a definite plus for consumers and the environment.
We welcome your feedback on these features. You can e-mail us at tech@astauto.com or contact us any of the old fashioned ways.