Complete system for automotive refinishing: Putties, primers, paints, adhesives, abrasives, and workshop equipment
4CR International GmbH & Co KG
HamburgNew on Amplifa
About
4CR International GmbH & Co KG is a Car Refinishing company based in Hamburg. The company develops and distributes a complete system for automotive refinishing with over 1,600 products across 10 product categories: putty masses, abrasives, primers and fillers, adhesives and sealants, cleaners, paints (1K and 2K clear coats in MS/HS/UHS), polishing and preparation products, workshop equipment, as well as hardeners and thinners. Products are developed in-house and tested by application engineers in real paint booths. Distribution is handled through a global network of sales partners in 78 countries across six continents. The assortment is aimed at vehicle painting companies (Body Shops) and body workshops. In addition to technical support, the company offers training and workshops through the 4CR Academy, as well as technical documentation.
- Site
- Hamburg
- Processes
- Putties/Chassis Repair (Putties, e.g., 2370 Multi Orange Putty, Fiberglass, Aluminum,, Sanding with Abrasives (Purple Grit, Green Grit, Orange Cut, Double Cut, sanding rolls), Priming and Filling (1K and 2K primers, rust protection isolators, UV-curing primers,, Bonding and Sealing (1K/2K PU adhesives, seam sealing, underbody protection Bitumen,, Painting (1K and 2K clear coats MS/HS/Rapid, rim paint, bumper paint, tire paint), Polishing & Detailing (Cut & Shine 8008, Cutting Compound 8060), Cleaning and Masking (Masking, HDPE covering, disposable protective equipment), Drying with infrared dryer
- Materials
- Polyurethane (PU), HDPE, Bitumen, Glass Fiber, Aluminum (Aluminum putty with aluminum pigments), Brass (Air micrometers), Polyurethane, Aluminum
- Founded
- 2004
- Industries
- Car Refinishing / Body Painting, Vehicle Painting Companies (Body Shops), Workshop Equipment
- 01
Product development in own laboratory
- 02
Testing by application engineers in paint booths
- 03
Distribution through sales partners
- 04
On-site technical support
- 05
4CR Academy training
Materials & Processes
Polyurethane
Basis of 1K/2K adhesives and sealants for chassis, underbody protection, and glass bonding.
HDPE
Material for masking protective films during the painting process.
Bitumen
Basis for underbody protection and stone chip protection.
Glass Fiber
Filler in glass putties for filling very large imperfections.
Aluminum
Aluminum pigments in aluminum and zinc substitute putties for filling coarse imperfections.
Brass
Material of air micrometers (Art. 9044) for compressed air control.
Sites
Hamburg
DEHeadquarters: Product development, distribution, support
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Putties/Chassis Repair (Putties, e.g., 2370 Multi Orange Putty, Fiberglass, Aluminum,Surface | – | – | – | – | Plastic, Fiberglass, Aluminum, Metal |
| Sanding with Abrasives (Purple Grit, Green Grit, Orange Cut, Double Cut, sanding rolls)Surface | – | – | – | – | – |
| Priming and Filling (1K and 2K primers, rust protection isolators, UV-curing primers,Surface | – | – | – | – | Metal, Plastic |
| Bonding and Sealing (1K/2K PU adhesives, seam sealing, underbody protection Bitumen,Joining | – | – | – | – | Plastic, Glass, Bitumen, Polyurethane |
| Painting (1K and 2K clear coats MS/HS/Rapid, rim paint, bumper paint, tire paint)Surface | – | – | – | – | Plastic, Automotive Tires/Rubber |
| Polishing & Detailing (Cut & Shine 8008, Cutting Compound 8060)Surface | – | – | – | – | – |
| Cleaning and Masking (Masking, HDPE covering, disposable protective equipment)Surface | – | – | – | – | HDPE |
| Drying with infrared dryerHeat Treatment | – | – | – | – | – |
| UV Curing (UV lamps, UV-curing primers)Heat Treatment | – | – | – | – | – |
9 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rotary paint booth | 4CR 9100 | – | – | – | – |
| Ionizing gun | 4CR 9540 PREM-ION | – | – | – | – |
| Infrared dryer | 4CR 9752 | – | – | – | – |
| Air micrometers | 4CR 9044 | – | – | – | – |
| Rim spitzer (Rim holders for painting) | 4CR 9125 | – | – | – | – |
| Small item table for painting | 4CR 9140 | – | – | – | – |
| Painting clamp | 4CR 9141 | – | – | – | – |
| Mirror holder for exterior mirror covers | 4CR 9142 | – | – | – | – |
| Spacing holder / adjustable part holders | 4CR 9143 | – | – | – | – |
Additional services
Reference customers
History
- 2004
Foundation in Husum by four founders with the vision of a complete system for automotive refinishing
- 2024
Headquarters and coordination of product development, distribution, and support in Hamburg; presence in 78 countries; over 1,600 products in 10 product categories