Collision Repair

Automotive Collision Repair

The Mirka ART repair process — a standardised workflow from paint stripping to a showroom-ready clear coat.

The Process

The Mirka ART repair process

From paint stripping and feather edging to body filler sanding, primer preparation and final clear coat finishing, Mirka's ART (Automotive Refinishing Technology) process guides collision repair professionals through a standardised, repeatable workflow.

Combining Galaxy abrasives, the Mirka DEROS II sander and Net interface pads, Provas delivers dust-free solutions that produce a flawless, showroom-ready finish every time.

Collision repair paint stripping

Key Applications

Applications

01

Paint Stripping

Galaxy grit 80–180 at 8000–9000 rpm, stripping layer by layer.

02

Body Filler & Feather Edge

Galaxy grit 80–240 with Dry Guide Coat between steps.

03

Primer Sanding

Galaxy grit 400–600 with a 5 mm interface pad.

04

Clear Coat & Polishing

Galaxy 1500, Abralon J3, Golden Finish SR and Polarshine compounds.

Market Segmentation

Where this sector sits

Segment 01 · This sector

Collision Repair

Automotive refinishing and repainting.

Segment 02

Industrial Manufacturing

Transportation, wood, electronics, metal, steel and general industries.

Segment 03

Consumer & Trade

Construction, renovation and hardware trade.

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Industry brochure

Step-by-step ART process recommendations, grits, speeds and tooling.

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