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    • 3M Automotive Aftermarket

    St. Paul, MN 55144

    COMPANY OVERVIEW

    About 3M Automotive Aftermarket

    Contact

    Bldg 223-6N-01 01
    St. Paul, MN 55144
    USA
    http://www.3m.com/automotive
    651-733-0642

    More Info on 3M Automotive Aftermarket

    For decades, 3M has crafted abrasives, adhesives and coatings to solve the latest auto body repair demands. Every product is backed by an expert technical team to guide you and your body shop every step of the way. To view all 3M's collision repair products and solutions, click here. 

    Products & Press Releases

    Perfect It Ro Polishes Mixed Family
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    Perfect-It Random Orbital Polishing System

    March 9, 2023
    The 3M Perfect-It Random Orbital Polishing System — a professional-grade set of tools, pads, and polishes – typically used in detailing shops, re-engineered for the collision ...
    3M Cubitron II Net abrasives give you excellent dust capture whether you're using a self-generating-vacuum sander, a central vacuum system or a portable dust extractor.
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    Manage dust, or get the job done?

    Oct. 14, 2021
    Cut through the compromise with new net sanding discs that combine more than 95 percent dust removal
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    Cubitron II Net Discs

    Oct. 11, 2021
    The 3M Cubitron II Net Discs are designed to get the job done sooner with fast-cutting and long-lasting net abrasive discs. The product helps dust extractors perform their best...
    3 M Performance Spray Gun Front Angle Tight
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    Performance Spray Gun

    Feb. 18, 2021
    The 3M Performance Spray Gun is designed to deliver ideal performance while saving time. Users will experience fast cleanup, fast changeovers, and fast cycle times. The spray ...

    Articles & News

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    Articles

    For dust extraction, the time is now

    May 7, 2024
    An old-school problem can have dire effects on high-tech components.
    Courtesy of 3M
    3 M Clean Shop1
    Body Shop & Structural Repair

    Does body work have to be dirty work?

    Oct. 3, 2023
    A clean shop environment may help drive improved performance and customer satisfaction.
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    Paint & Refinish

    Eliminate the bottleneck

    Sept. 28, 2023
    Used properly, the paint booth can be a highly efficient resource designed to drive production and profit.
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    Keeping your shop as clean and customer-facing as possible ensures your shop maintains a high reputation and promotes great reviews from your customers. A clean shop with excellent equipment also helps you draw in and acquire new technicians.
    Operations

    Prepping in a new era

    April 4, 2023
    Advancements in paint technology, ADAS systems, and OEM repair procedures require a revamp in the way most shops use their prep areas.
    Sometimes it’s necessary to produce a piece of new seam sealer on the workbench or tool cart. Limited access to the repair area or awkward application angles may prevent getting the applicator gun in the correct spot.
    Operations

    Use these five helpful techniques for best seam sealer performance and appearance

    March 10, 2022
    To achieve proper sealing performance and a factory-like appearance, it’s critical that technicians select the proper products and know how to use them.
    This photo shows an example of foaming as its dispensed from the tip.
    Operations

    Flexible or rigid, when it comes to repairing foams, it’s all about the flow

    Oct. 31, 2021
    The type of foam used to repair a vehicle also determines which application method should be used for a successful repair.