Sassenheim, the Netherlands, 27 March 2008 – Sikkens has developed the best color measurement tool to date: the Sikkens Automatchic 3. This lightweight device delivers the most accurate color match ever, making the task of color matching faster and easier for every professional bodyshop.
Always the right formula
Finding colors with Sikkens Automatchic 3 is straightforward. First it ‘reads’ the color and then it automatically searches for the closest formula, even if a color code is not available. Errors are detected automatically and, if necessary, formulae are optimized. For very difficult colors Sikkens Automatchic 3 offers a tinting step which automatically tints the chosen formula. Sikkens Automatchic 3 allows bodyshops to find the best color formula for virtually any car on the road.
Easy to use
Sikkens Automatchic 3 is a hand-held tool which is easy to operate and handle. Calibration takes seconds and a low calibration interval ensures that the tool is always ready for use. Color readings can be rapidly downloaded to the Sikkens Mixit software via the USB connection. Power consumption is low, and it runs from regular or rechargeable batteries.
Latest LED optical technology
Sikkens Automatchic 3 uses the latest, long-life LED optical technology. The light intensity is exceptionally stable to ensure accurate color readings and three pressure sensors optimize the positioning of the tool on both flat and curved surfaces. These features, together with the stray light barrier, prevent interference from external light sources, which results in a better color reading.
Revolutionary development
Recently Akzo Nobel announced the introduction of the new and revolutionary Sikkesn Automatchic 6i – an advanced tool that measures color, coarseness and sparkle of special effect coatings. This advanced tool is now used for the formula development in our color laboratories. This will hugely improve the color accuracy of our database. The new Sikkens Automatchic 3 for customer use is fully compatible with this development. This way Sikkens’ customers benefit from the major advances we are making in color matching.
For more information please contact:
Carin Suurenbroek, Brandmanager Sikkens, tel. +31 71 308 32 06 or
Henri Bijsterbosch, Color Marketing Manager, tel. +31 71 308 5270