NORCROSS, Ga. – Following an extensive review and product testing process, AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes Americas is pleased to announce that their paint system solutions have enabled them to become the approved paint supplier for the world’s leader in school bus design and manufacturing. IC Bus is a wholly owned affiliate of Navistar a global leader involved in the design and building of vehicles such as heavy trucks, severe service vehicles, military and recreational vehicles.
“With AkzoNobel being our long term partner at International Trucks we feel they have the product knowledge and innovative ideas to help us meet our goals for IC Bus,” said Ray Vargocko, supply manager of purchasing and logistics at Navistar Inc.
Vargocko continued:“Our goals include continuous cost reduction initiatives, improved process efficiencies and continued customer satisfaction. We feel AkzoNobel has the right products to meet our goals as a corporation.”
Commenting on the choice of IC Bus; David Davis, manager of commercial sales for AkzoNobel Vehicle Refinishes North America noted, “It is probably one of the most thorough review processes we have ever been through. Knowing that we were positioned with so many stellar competitors makes the ultimate decision even more gratifying.” Davis adds, “As the world’s largest coating supplier we know that we have a high set of standards to live up to. It is our good fortune to be able to represent an extraordinary caliber of paint technology, application knowledge and skilled staff to bring proof to those expectations.”
Car Refinishes is one of the world’s leading suppliers of paints and services for the car repair, commercial vehicles and automotive plastics markets. It sells coatings for car body refinishing, or recoating, to customers including bodyshops, distributors, fleet owners, automotive suppliers and major bus and truck producers. Brands include Sikkens®, Lesonal®, Dynacoat®, Wanda®, and Autocoat® BT.
Operating in more than 60 countries, Car Refinishes has specialists around the world who understand local markets and can serve local needs. Its state-of-the-art customer services, color and technology solutions include offering technical and logistical support and the delivery of training programs.
Internet: www.carrefinishes.com
For more information:
AkzoNobel
Car Refinishes North America
5555 Spalding Drive
Norcross, Georgia 30092
www.akzonobelcarrefinishes.net
1.877.367.2596
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