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  • VOCs – What and Why

    VOCs are carbon based molecules that create ground level ozone (tropospheric ozone) when exposed to sunlight

    The US Government (and world govs) have decided to regulate these materials due to long term side effects of overuse.

    VOCs are heavily used in coatings because they allow a coating that has been spread out to dry quickly

    There are no VOC’s in a majority of our coatings

    Get a Safe Superior Coating that seals and creates a protective waterproof membrane without the harmful effects of VOC’s

    Here is a list of the current VOCs based on EPA and US Government

    Compound CAS# MW   USEPA TO-15   NJDEP LLTO-15
      Target List RL (ppbv) RL (ug/m3)   Target List RL (ppbv) RL (ug/m3)
       
    Acetone 67-64-1 58.08   X 0.5 1.2   X 0.5 1.2
    Acetonitrile 75-05-8 41.00   X 0.5 0.8        
    Acrylonitrile 107-13-1 53.00   X 0.5 1.1        
    3-Chloropropene (Allyl chloride) 107-05-1 76.53   X 0.5 1.6   X 0.2 0.6
    Benzene 71-43-2 78.11   X 0.5 1.6   X 0.2 0.6
    Benzyl chloride 100-44-7 126.0   X 0.5 2.6        
    Bromodichloromethane 75-27-4 163.8   X 0.5 3.3   X 0.2 1.3
    Bromoethane (Ethyl bromide) 74-96-4 108.0   X 0.5 2.2        
    Bromoform 75-25-2 252.8   X 0.5 5.2   X 0.2 2.1
    Bromomethane 74-83-9 94.94   X 0.5 1.9   X 0.2 0.8
    1,3-Butadiene 106-99-0 54.09   X 0.5 1.1   X 0.2 0.4
    n-Butane 106-97-8 58.12   X 0.5 1.2   X 0.2 0.5
    Chlorobenzene 108-90-7 112.6   X 0.5 2.3   X 0.2 0.9
    Chloroethane 75-00-3 64.52   X 0.5 1.3   X 0.2 0.5
    Chloroform 67-66-3 119.4   X 0.5 2.4   X 0.2 1.0
    Chloromethane 74-87-3 50.49   X 0.5 1.0   X 0.2 0.4
    Carbon disulfide 75-15-0 76.14   X 0.5 1.6   X 0.2 0.6
    Carbon tetrachloride 56-23-5 153.8   X 0.5 3.1   X 0.2 1.3
    2-Chlorotoluene 95-49-8 126.6   X 0.5 2.6   X 0.2 1.0
    Cyclohexane 110-82-7 84.16   X 0.5 1.7   X 0.2 0.7
    Dibromochloromethane 124-48-1 208.3   X 0.5 4.3   X 0.2 1.7
    1,2-Dibromoethane 106-93-4 187.8   X 0.5 3.8   X 0.2 1.5
    1,2-Dichlorobenzene 95-50-1 147.0   X 0.5 3.0   X 0.2 1.2
    1,3-Dichlorobenzene 541-73-1 147.0   X 0.5 3.0   X 0.2 1.2
    1,4-Dichlorobenzene 106-46-7 147.0   X 0.5 3.0   X 0.2 1.2
    Freon 12 (Dichlorodifluoromethane) 75-71-8 120.9   X 0.5 2.5   X 0.2 1.0
    1,1-Dichloroethane 75-34-3 98.96   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    1,2-Dichloroethane 107-06-2 98.96   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    1,1-Dichloroethene 75-35-4 96.94   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    1,2-Dichloroethene (cis) 156-59-2 96.94   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    1,2-Dichloroethene (trans) 156-60-65 96.94   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    1,2-Dichloropropane 78-87-5 113.0   X 0.5 2.3   X 0.2 0.9
    1,3-Dichloropropene (cis) 542-75-6 111.0   X 0.5 2.3   X 0.2 0.9
    1,3-Dichloropropene (trans) 10061-02-6 111.0   X 0.5 2.3   X 0.2 0.9
    Freon 114 (1,2-Dichlorotetrafluoroethane) 76-14-2 170.9   X 0.5 3.5   X 0.2 1.4
    1,4-Dioxane 123-91-1 88.12   X 0.5 1.8   X 0.5 1.8
    Ethyl acetate 141-78-6 88.10   X 0.5 1.8        
    Ethanol 64-17-5 46.07   X 0.5 0.9   X 0.5 0.9
    Ethylbenzene 100-41-4 106.2   X 0.5 2.2   X 0.2 0.9
    4-Ethyltoluene 622-96-8 120.2   X 0.5 2.5   X 0.2 1.0
    n-Heptane 142-82-5 100.2   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene 87-68-3 260.8   X 0.5 5.3   X 0.2 2.1
    n-Hexane 110-54-3 86.17   X 0.5 1.8   X 0.2 0.7
    Isopropyl alcohol (2-Propanol) 67-30-0 60.10   X 0.5 1.2   X 0.2 0.5
    Isopropylbenzene (Cumene) 98-82-8 120.19   X 0.5 2.5        
    Methylene chloride 75-09-2 84.94   X 0.5 1.7   X 0.2 0.7
    2-Hexanone (MBK) 591-78-6 100.1   X 0.5 2.0        
    2-Butanone (MEK) 78-93-3 72.10   X 0.5 1.5   X 0.2 0.6
    4-Methyl-2-pentanone (MIBK) 108-10-1 100.2   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    Methyl methacrylate 80-62-6 100.12   X 0.5 2.0   X 0.2 0.8
    Methyl-tert-butyl ether (MTBE) 1634-04-4 88.15   X 0.5 1.8   X 0.2 0.7
    Naphthalene 91-20-3 128.17   X 0.5 2.6        
    Propylene 115-07-1 58.08   X 1 2.4        
    Styrene 100-42-5 104.1   X 0.5 2.1   X 0.2 0.9
    Tertiary butyl alcohol (TBA) 75-65-0 74.12   X 0.5 1.5   X 0.2 0.6
    1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethane 79-34-5 167.9   X 0.5 3.4   X 0.2 1.4
    Tetrachloroethene 127-18-4 165.8   X 0.5 3.4   X 0.2 1.4
    Tetrahydrofuran 109-99-9 72.11   X 0.5 1.5   X 0.2 0.6
    Toluene 108-88-3 92.14   X 0.5 1.9   X 0.2 0.8
    1,2,4-Trichlorobenzene 120-82-1 181.5   X 0.5 3.7   X 0.2 1.5
    1,1,1-Trichloroethane 71-55-6 133.4   X 0.5 2.7   X 0.2 1.1
    1,1,2-Trichloroethane 79-00-5 133.4   X 0.5 2.7   X 0.2 1.1
    Trichloroethene 79-01-6 131.4   X 0.5 2.7   X 0.2 1.1
    Freon 11 (Trichlorofluoromethane) 75-69-4 137.4   X 0.5 2.8   X 0.2 1.1
    Freon 113 (1,1,2-Trichloro-1,1,2-trifluoroethane) 76-13-1 187.4   X 0.5 3.8   X 0.2 1.5
    1,2,4-Trimethylbenzene 95-63-6 120.2   X 0.5 2.5   X 0.2 1.0
    1,3,5-Trimethylbenzene 108-67-8 120.2   X 0.5 2.5   X 0.2 1.0
    2,2,4-Trimethylpentane (Isooctane) 540-81-1 114.2   X 0.5 2.3   X 0.2 0.9
    Vinyl acetate 108-05-4 86.00   X 0.5 1.8        
    Bromoethene (Vinyl bromide) 593-60-2 106.9   X 0.5 2.2   X 0.2 0.9
    Vinyl chloride 75-01-4 62.50   X 0.5 1.3   X 0.2 0.5
    Xylene (para & meta) 1330-20-7 106.2   X 1.0 4.3   X 0.4 1.7
    Xylene (ortho) 95-47-6 106.2   X 0.5 2.2   X 0.2 0.9
            74 TO-15 Targets   64 LLTO-15 Targets

  • DIY Garage Floor Kits

    Picture of Garage Floor Coatings
    Garage Floor Color Chip Options

    Don?t take the easy way out

    You have to do a topcoat if you are using color chips on your garage floor kit. Any company that sells garage floor kits without advising to use a clear top coat is taking the easy way out just to guarantee a sale. The truth is that without a clear coat over the broadcast medium, any floor will have problems maintaining a new look, cleanup and longevity.
    Coating your garage floor with a quality poly hybrid coating is a solid addition to your property and adds a needed layer of protection to your high traffic areas. Concealing damage and stains on the original substrate are primary purposes of applying a garage floor coating.

    DIY Garage Floors

    It?s OK to Ask the Experts

    You spend time in your garage and you know what you want

    High Quality Service
    High Quality Service

    Getting the right combination of materials and equipment to meet your budget is not that simple.

    Don?t worry – Spray-Lining specializes in high quality surface coatings for all types of environments.
    Do your research and compare
    Not sure of the options? Call Us
    Spray-Lining specializes in industrial coatings and spray polyurea, polyurea-hybrid, polyurethane and poly hybrid.

    We beat the competition

    Garage Floor Kit ? 3 car garage

    How We Beat Them

    Great deals on DIY Floor Kits ?We are a coatings manufacturer so you get the biggest discount here. We do not spend big money on advertising in order to continue providing the best prices on the net for high quality DIY flooring products.

    Humble ? We just have a great product and do not get over inflated about it. The reality is that these materials are similar in many cases. We are not that unique in the area.

    However ? We do boast superior technical support. We are available and professionals. We do boast over 30 years of professional applicator experience from the industrial and agriculture industry down to supporting

    Our Product – Floor Coatings for Garages and Workshops

  • What is MDI – Is it Safe?

    What is MDI?

    MDI is the acronym representing methyl diphenyl diisocyantate. There are three main versions of this compound:

    • 2,2′-MDI
    • 2,4′-MDI
    • 4,4′-MDI

    The 4,4′ isomer is most widely used.

    Who makes MDI

    Bayer followed closely by Yantai Wanhua. Other major producers are BASF, BorsodChem, Dow, Huntsman and Nippon Polyurethane Industry. All major producers of MDI are members of the International Isocyanate Institute. Their main purpose is the promotion of the safe handling of MDI and TDI in the workplace, community and environment. This implies that there is an inherent risk or danger involved with the use of this chemical.

    How Dangerous is MDI?

    MDI is an allergen and sensitizer, meaning that once certain amount of exposure occurs, the person is more susceptible to reaction at much lower concentrations. Persons developing sensitivity to isocyanates may have dangerous systemic reactions to extremely small exposures, including respiratory failure. Handling MDI requires strict engineering controls and personal protective equipment. With this knowledge it must be understood, that even though the resulting chemical reaction of polyols and MDI is a safe rugged durable polyurethane or polyurea coating, the process of applying this material is where the danger lies.

    Marketing information for spray bedliner materials and other coatings tends to bypass this important fact. Yes, it’s stated in the msds sheets, or in fine print. However, generally sales people leave out the very important fact that any exposure to mist from the process of spraying a bedliner can result in allergic and sensitized reaction to the components. This is DANGEROUS and should be taken very seriously.

    MDI Exposure from Bedliners

    We would like to hear from anyone who has had physical negative side effects resulting from the exposure to spray on bedliners or other coatings involving polyurea or polyurea hybrids.

    Why Do We Care?

    We are manufacturers of high quality polyurethanes and polyhybrids that do not use MDI for reactions. We continue to research polyureas and polyurethane vendors. In that research, we find some covering up the facts about MDI in their products, or at least the danger associated with them.

    Safe Bedliner with the Same Strength as Rhino and Scorpion

    If you want a truly safe bedliner or coatings product that competes with Rhino Lining or Scorpion Bedliners, take a look at SL1000(R,X) polyhybrid bedliner. This material is superior in safety and comparable in function to rhino and scorpion.

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  • Autobody and Contractor Franchise Startups

    Top Franchises for Contractors and Auto Body Shop Owners

    I have selected a few franchises listed under ?Best Automotive Franchises? that range between 5,000 dollars and 50,000 dollars in startup cost.

    Out of the gate, this is misleading because most of the included franchises have much greater total franchise investments.? The low figures are the out of pocket cash requirement which does not factor in-house and third party loans required to get busy.

    We are not saying that opportunity does not exist, we are just identifying that it is a VERY SERIOUS proposition and anyone looking to go into it should tread carefully.

    The Franchise Opportunity ? What do they offer?

    • Questionable Profits ? Many times the profit margins given to the prospect are before expenses, which is pretty useless and make it hard to understand actual net profit potential.
    • High Start Up Costs ? non-refundable initial franchise fees, required furniture, signs, equipment etc?? These items can be very expensive since there?s NO COMPETITION on these resources.
    • Encroachment ? Franchises like Line-X and other automotive franchises do not guarantee a locked radius.? So, when business is good, the opportunity to open another franchise in the area is irresistible to the franchisor.
    • Limited Independence ? With a franchise, remember you are buying the business plan as well as the marketing and materials.? So, if you want to improve on your business model there is often no room to make adjustments without breaking your franchisee agreement
    • Restrictions on post term competition ? When signing the franchise agreement, the business owner is many times signing away his/her rights to operate in competition with the franchisor for a number of years (5-7).? So, don?t think of going independent once you go down this road.

    There is HOPE Keep Reading or go straight to the list of franchises

    The difference between franchise agreements

    The Noose Business

    A Business Form or ?Package? franchise is like a McDonalds or Dunkin Donughts where you have extremely high start-up costs, a lot of competition and very strict rules to follow. You are not your own business man, you pretty much belong to the franchisor. These days, it?s becoming more difficult to get into a franchise for a large chain. Mult-unit operators are becoming more popular as they can leverage price and typically have a better track record for succeeding in business compared to a sole proprietor with little to no experience in running a successful business. Franchisors are able to be picky these days. They don?t just want your money; they want to guarantee their own success.

    Enough Rope to Hang Yourself ? Product Franchise

    You can still start a business and follow an existing successful model without all of the restrictions included in a franchisor-franchisee agreement.?? You can use a product franchise model where the agreement is to distribute or apply a company?s product (Like Mobil or GoodYear). ?This is a looser definition which mainly includes signage and product.? Your internal business is pretty much your own.? You still have franchise fees and some regulations to adhere to, but for the most part you run the business the way you see fit.

    Build Your Business and Succeed

    An even looser contract is one that simply provides you with material with no minimum to buy and targeted marketing to support local presence and brand awareness.? If you already have a successful business and are looking to add some alternate revenue stream you may want to look at this.

    Spray-Lining offers a material?s based opportunity competing directly with Rhino Linings Line-X and Scorpion Coatings. ?There are no minimums or franchise agreements.? You are investing in superior applicator technical support, a broad set of material for coatings (bedliners, floors, agriculture, industrial) and local marketing of your existing business.

    Why franchises fail

    • Location selection
    • False expectations
    • Poor business decisions
    • Poor understanding of what the franchisee is responsible for
    • Unclear understanding of ROI
    • Poor franchisor selection

    Expecting a substantial return on investment without a time to mature and expected sweat equity will guarantee failure.

    Sweat Equity

    The general rule for business is that if you are you own a business you will work 70-80 hours compared to the employed counterpart.? The benefit is that overtime the return will greatly surpass those punching a clock and there is a chance at designing your own lifestyle.? However, there is always a great investment in time and effort to get over the startup hump.? This is why many will fail whether they are a franchise or not past the first 5 years.

    Let’s Get to the Review

    Following is a list of 5 startups that boast under $50,000 startup.? Most these prices are startup capital for the rights to have the name and marketing associated with the franchise and DO NOT include other investments required to get your business running.

    From material costs to total loan amounts that are not included in the minimal cost figure displayed.? For example, AAMCO states that the startup fee is $39,400.? However, the franchise investment required is about $250,000 dollars.

    Aamco

    Cash Requirement: $39,500

    Total Investment: $232,000 ? $299,000

    As soon as you become an AAMCO franchisee, they offer:

    • Market development and site selection
    • Extensive new-franchisee orientation and training
    • Proven national advertising along with local marketing campaigns
    • Established business systems, operations support and recruiting assistance
    • Multi-unit growth and real estate acquisition opportunities

    Reviews of AAMCO

    Flooring and Coating Franchises

    A few of the opportunities we listed here are flooring and coating franchises.? These are interesting for the automotive owner usually because the amount of specialized equipment is minimal.? A compressor and a few specialized components are required to get started and the process is familiar in regards to the autobody shops that do painting and truck bedliners.

    Non-Franchise Start Ups that make Money

    http://www.spray-lining.com Spray-Lining is a non-franchise business agreement that focuses on bringing money to your existing business and markets your business, NOT their own.

    Concrete Technology Inc

    Cash Required: ?$9,500 ? $300,000 cash

    Focusing on beautification of old and/or damaged outdoor floors with Acrylic concrete solutions. A CTi Dealership is backed with stocking inventory and comes with CTi’s proven business plan that can make anyone successful.

    Notice the broad startup capital required?. You cannot start up for under $50,000 effectively.

    Location : Tampa, FL

    Review of contractor for CTI

    Global garage floor and design

    Cash required: $50,000 cash

    What They Do
    As one of the premier garage refinishing and coating companies in North America, Global Garage Flooring? and Design offers complete garage makeover solutions from custom industrial strength concrete floor coatings to top of the line cabinetry. A secondary component of our business entails a focus on commercial and industrial flooring applications.

    Three Lines of Revenue Stream;

    • Garage Floors
    • Commercial Floors
    • Cabinet & Storage Solutions

    Full Training and Support

    • We walk you through your initial equipment, office, business and storage area set up
    • 4 Days of training at a successful Global Garage facility
    • Additional 4 Days of training at your location using your equipment
    • Manufacturer flooring training
    • Manufacturer cabinets training
    • Ongoing coaching, newsletters, meetings, etc. It?s this ongoing Motivation & Support that makes the difference!

    Novus Glass Repair

    Cash Required: $14,000
    Investment Range:?$22,975 – $206,800

    Business Type:?Franchise
    SBA:?Yes
    Financing:?In House

    NOVUS is Proud to Announce Our New Company-Based Finance Program!
    In this challenging economy, which has made it difficult for some qualified candidates to obtain bank financing, NOVUS has developed its? own finance program. You can now own your own NOVUS franchise for $14,000 (New Repair /Replace Franchise). This down payment will be paid on your first day of training. This finance program is available to all accepted candidates. There are no pre-pay penalties if you decide to pay off your loan in full.

    “While the rewards of business can be great, success is never guaranteed. We made the conscious decision to buy a franchise because we wanted the best name recognition?the best business services?and an established national reputation. NOVUS? offered all these things and more”.
    – Bob & Linda Brendal, Missouri

    Operations

    • A proven business model
    • Business Operations Reference Manual
    • Franchisee-to-franchisee consultation and support
    • The industry’s highest quality products and resins
    • National warranty program
    • NOVUS Research & Development Innovation
    • Preferred provider program – Glass tool advertising buy programs.
    • Instant Credibility
    • National and international brand recognition
    • 25 Million+ satisfied customers

     

    Paint Bull

    Cash Required: no minimum required
    Investment Range:?$5,000-$45,000
    Business Type:?Business Opportunity
    SBA:?Yes
    Financing:?3rd Party

    Paint Bull Business Programs

    Paint Bull offers a variety of Business Programs for becoming a Paint Bull Certified Affiliate.

    1. Paint Repair Business Program:
      From Stone Chips to Key Scratches, Scuffed Bumpers and even damaged Rims- the Paint Repair Business Program shows you how to profit from any type of paint and clear coat damage you will ever see.
    2. Paintless Dent Repair Business Program:
      We’ve added basic Paint Touch Up and Clear Coat Polishing to traditional PDR Techniques to complete our unique Paintless Dent Repair Business Program.
    3. Interior Repair Business Program:
      Car Dealerships, hotels, restaurants, marina…the list of potential customers fixing damaged seats and furniture is endless. The Interior Repair Business Program; “it’s not just for car dealers anymore!”

    Autopia Paint Bull Review

    In Summary

    Franchises do work in the right environment.? However, if you are an existing body shop or contractor looking to set up your future by growing your existing business be careful and do your research.? From what I can tell, if you have less than 50k to invest in a business, a franchise is a risky deal.? Look into product based businesses and opportunities that offer to expand your existing name locally.? This is the key to getting a return in your first year. ?Inflated costs and extra fees and royalties associated with franchises may drown you.

    Also, be ready to work your ass off for the first one to five years.? It?s a reality with any business, and if you already own one then you are already onboard.

    So, get out there, do your research and make some money.

    Non-Franchise Business Opportunity

    Spray-Lining Truck Bed liners, Floors, and Coatings

    Cash required: $3,000 – $10,421

     

    This is a non-franchise, product based business with local marketing for your business.? They sell high quality polyuria, polyuria hybrid, poly-hybrid based products to add to your existing contracting or auto business.? If you are in the construction or repair industry you can make good solid income with this opportunity.? The cost is not that much and the potential jobs range from a few hundred to tens of thousands.? There is never a guarantee for profitability, but this is one of the better choices when it comes to NOT failing.