ELECTROCOAT ASSOCIATION Competitors

The American Welding Society is the worldwide authority in the development of standards, certifications and educational programming for the welding community. We are committed to connecting the welding industry to our extensive collection of resources, informing our members of technological advancements, and developing the next generation of welding professionals.

Established in 1932 as a nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of manufacturing, SME (the Society of Manufacturing Engineers) leads the industrial ecosystem by elevating manufacturers, academia, and the communities in which they operate. Together we share one common belief: Manufacturing holds the key to economic growth and prosperity. SME helps unlock the full promise of manufacturing as an engine of commerce, progress and human potential.We accelerate widespread adoption of manufacturing technologies and inspire and build North America’s talent and capabilities throughour events, media, membership, workforce development, and the SME Education Foundation.

FinishMaster is the leading independent distributor of paint, body, and equipment primarily to the automotive collision repair industry. Our vision is to be the leader in creating value in the automotive and industrial paint refinishing industry by distributing products, services and technology that are recognized by you as key factors in your success. At FinishMaster, our customers, our people, and the services, resources, and information we provide are our primary focus. Founded with a single outlet in 1968, FinishMaster has grown to 210+ branch locations in 33 states, four major distribution centers, and employs more than 1,900 associates. The combined experience of our team members enables us to provide you with the products and services needed to help you grow your business. We provide you the local hometown service with the support of a national footprint. Our commitment to top customer service starts with delivering the right products to you, at the right time, every time. Our customer service extends to providing you with the latest products, driving process improvement, inventory management, and technical support through our team of local representatives. Uni-Select acquired FinishMaster effective January 11, 2011. FinishMaster is a wholly owned subsidiary of Uni-Select and will remain a distinct entity within Uni-Select serving the collision repair market. FinishMaster’s headquarters are in Indianapolis, Indiana.