NORCROSS, Ga. PBE Distributors Inc. has become a warehouse distributor in Canada for AkzoNobel’s Lesonal brand.
“AkzoNobel continues to develop its distribution network throughout North America,” said Doug Holmberg, director of sales for AkzoNobel Automotive & Aerospace Coatings Americas. “Our Lesonal brand is among the most reliable refinish systems found in the collision repair industry. PBE Distributors carries both extensive distribution and a wealth of knowledge regarding the needs of collision repair centers in Canada. We are extremely pleased that they have chosen to represent AkzoNobel and Lesonal as an outlet for expanding and providing product solutions within Canada.”
PBE Distributors is headquartered in Vancouver, B.C. It is a division of Color Compass Corp., which is the largest independent autobody and industrial distributor in the nation, according to AkzoNobel.
“The Lesonal brand has capabilities which meet the needs of many collision repair centers in Canada,” said Arnie White, who serves as national sales manager for PBE Distributors Inc. “We have operated in Canada since 1967. Those working with us know that we pride ourselves on only working with the best. AkzoNobel is the world’s largest supplier of paint and coatings and therefore represents the best that the market has to offer.”