IMPORTANT CHANGES COMING FOR COLLISION REPAIR INDUSTRY

Environment Canada is developing regulations to limit the VOC content of refinish coatings and surface cleaners. This will change the products you buy and how you will apply them in the future. The goal is cleaner air.

It is expected that few of the products you are familiar with now will be available.  For some shops, changeover will be easy, other shops may decide to upgrade or purchase new equipment.

New production equipment, products and pollution prevention help will also be on display this evening. You can also learn about the requirements for a spraybooth permit, waste reduction tips, and how to reduce your costs with good environmental management.

Environment Canada is interested in your feedback on the proposed content for the regulations. This is your chance to learn the facts, what it means to your business, and be heard on the possible impact of these changes to improve air quality.

Date and Time: Wednesday November 29, 2006 at 6:30 pm         

Location: Marconi Club Hall, 120 Clarke Road , London

Admission (Hot Dinner Included): 

Non-Members $20.00 per person

Association members No charge        

This workshop format evening features:

•  Senior staff from Environment Canada, Gatineau , Quebec

•  Officials of the Canadian Paint and Coating Association, Saint-Laurent, Quebec

•  Paint company staff from all major paint companies have been invited

•  Senior insurance industry representatives have been invited to comment this evening.

This meeting will be the most important meeting of the year. It impacts you and your business, so don't miss this opportunity.

To register please call 1-866-309-4272 or info@ciia.com

In this issue:

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. CarfixWorld
. special offers
. business tips
. ciia.com updates

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