QuickChat: Premium Solutions That Drive Body Shop Success

Discover how Valspar Automotive’s coatings, tools and services help boost productivity, profitability and long-term success.
Nov. 6, 2025

Thriving in today’s competitive collision repair market can be a challenge without the right solutions. In this QuickChat, Jay Sicht, editor-in-chief of FenderBender, sits down with Brandon Meyer, director of North American distribution sales at Valspar Automotive, to discuss how coatings and services are designed to fuel shop success by improving workflow, boosting accuracy and ensuring consistent results. 

From collision repair productivity tools like advanced digital color-matching systems to fast-drying clear coats that reduce downtime, Valspar helps body shops exceed customer expectations while maintaining profitability. Meyer also touches on DeBeer refinish systems, known for its VOC compliance, premium finishes and streamlined processes that cut waste and enhance efficiency. 

In addition, industrial vehicle painting solutions offered through Valspar’s Industrial Mix line can provide durability, corrosion resistance and new revenue streams to shops looking to diversify their segments. Valspar also provides automotive distributor opportunities that extend value to everyone along the chain while equipping shops with the right products and support. Watch the full QuickChat today the learn more from Valspar here, https://bit.ly/VALautopicks.

About the Author

Jay Sicht

Editor-in-Chief, FenderBender and ABRN

Jay Sicht is editor-in-chief of FenderBender and ABRN. He has worked in the automotive aftermarket for more than 29 years, including in a number of sales and technical support roles in paint/parts distribution and service/repair. He has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Central Missouri with a minor in aviation, and as a writer and editor, he has covered all segments of the automotive aftermarket for more than 20 of those years, including formerly serving as editor-in-chief of Motor Age and Aftermarket Business World. Connect with him on LinkedIn.

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