EPA To Propose Eliminating Use Of 134a In Vehicles, Consumer Products
According to the agency, a proposed rule will be issued this summer to withdraw approval for 134a for use in new motor vehicles and as an aerosol in consumer products. EPA pointed to the availability of substitutes for 134a in both motor vehicles and consumer products including 1234yf, which was approved under SNAP for use on vehicles.
Fight Back Against Winter With PlastiKote Undercoat
Available in both professional and rubberized undercoating, PlastiKote Undercoat provides durable protection against rust, corrosion, moisture, fumes, dust, heat and cold, the company says.
Executive Interview With Louis Fresta, Vice President Of Sales And Marketing, CRC Industries
Vice President of Sales and Marketing for CRC Industries, Louis Fresta, joined the company in 2008. Louis came to CRC with an extensive background in brake maintenance chemicals and brake friction materials. Prior to joining CRC, he held executive positions at FASA Friction Laboratories and NJA Brake Products. In today’s interview, Fresta shares details about the company’s new CRC 1-TANK Power Renew system, as well as his overall thoughts on the competitive fuel additives market.
PlastiKote Giving Away Truck Bed Liner Kit During Fall Car Care Month
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PlastiKote Introduces New Battery Cleaner And Terminal Protector
For easy care of storage batteries, battery boxes, trays and cables in automotive, marine and industrial applications, PlastiKote Battery Cleaner acts fast to loosen dirt and lift corrosion that can be flushed away with water, the company says. PlastiKote Battery Terminal Protector neutralizes acid and removes grease and oil from battery terminals, providing a protective barrier to inhibit corrosion, according to the company.
Packaging Design Changes Make Shopping For PlastiKote Products Easier
Along with a new professional, fresh look, PlastiKote packaging has been made more informative so consumers have no trouble finding the perfect paint for the “The Perfect Finish,” according to the company.
Philips Automotive Presents Dan Ricciardi With Rep Of The Year Award
Dan Ricciardi of Marc Alan Associates (left) receives 2012 Rep of the Year Award from Roger Bird (right) of Philips Automotive.
Draft NTP Analysis Finds Chemical Used In Aftermarket Products An Anticipated Human Carcinogen
The National Toxicology Program (NTP) has released for public comment a draft analysis of cumene and 1-bromopropane. The draft recommends that both substances be classified as reasonably anticipated human carcinogens. Of relevance to the aftermarket is the fact that the chemical is found in fuel injector system cleaners.
PlastiKote Introduces New Chassis And Grille Guard
Available in gloss white, gloss black and satin black, PlastiKote Chassis and Grille Guard also features the company’s award-winning “Twist and Spray” technology. This revolutionary design features the twist and lock cap that makes the spray painting experience easier, faster and cleaner than ever before, the company says.
PlastiKote Undercoatings Offer Protection Against The Elements
Featuring an Accusol trigger spray nozzle, it is also the perfect aerosol paint product to use for reaching those hard-to-access areas on a vehicle.