PaintManager Platform
PaintManager® Software
Internet Update
RapidMatch® X-5 Spectrophotometer
Paint Shop Interface
PaintManager® Platform Support
PaintManager® Software
PaintManager® color management software combines the accuracy and efficiency of computerized color mixing with comprehensive reporting and tracking features—all designed to help managers effectively monitor and manage the productivity and profitability of their paint mixing operation. PPG’s global color database of over two million formulas can be quickly accessed by our PaintManager® software program. With customizable search options, the paint technician can quickly locate the latest color variant including exterior, bumper, accent and under hood colors—all in one system.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Color IT Support
VOC User Guide
Price Control Document
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Internet Update
Our objective is to deliver fast, reliable color. Internet Update is a utility for PaintManager® software users to automatically receive updated color formulas, new product information, pricing, and PaintManager® program updates—what you want, when you need it.
Why Internet Update?
- Monthly formula updates delivered during “off” hours
- Latest PaintManager® program enhancements
- New products delivered earlier
- More reflectance data to support RapidMatch® program software functionality
- Two way communication that is secure, fast and reliable
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Frequently Asked Questions
User Guide
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RapidMatch® X-5 Spectrophotometer
The best just got better – announcing an improved workflow with enhanced features – all through the same, reliable instrument - the RapidMatch® X-5 spectrophotometer. This industry leading color retrieval tool hits all marks in providing the right first time color quickly and accurately. Now featuring specialized help when effect components are critical to the match selection – Texture joins Match Rating for all around coating characterization. Intuitive workflow provides faster results – just 2 steps to get to the best possible match. The software workflow has improved to reduce the number of screens and clicks to provide quick, easy search results – all on one screen.
Overview Brochure
Overview Brochure (Spanish)
Quick Reference Guide
Quick Reference Guide (Spanish)
New Workflow Poster
New Workflow Poster (Spanish)
Frequently Asked Questions
PaintManager® Platform Support
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Paint Shop Interface
The Paint Shop Interface tool is ideal for collision centers wanting to improve their paint operation performance and efficiency. PaintManager® program software can now interface with a number of body shop management systems to enhance the sharing of critical information between the front office and the paint operation.
Why Paint Shop Interface?
- Transfer repair order details effortlessly from your management system to PaintManager® software
- Manage your paint shop performance by tracking actual costs
- Maximize the value of your management system investment
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Program Documentation
Frequently Asked Questions
Request an Install
Management System Partners
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PaintManager® Platform Support
Drivers and Downloads
- *NEW* Mettler Scale Driver (CDM21226_Setup.zip) (.ZIP, 2.3MB)
- *NEW* Mettler Scale Utility Tool (MT_Utility.zip) (.ZIP, 1MB)
- Sartorius Evolution Scale (01_PMA_Evolution_Certified_CDM v2.10.00.zip) (.ZIP, 2MB)
- RapidMatch® XI Spectro (RapidMatchXIDriver.zip) (.ZIP, 7KB)
- 02LF Planar Touchscreen Driver (.ZIP, 68 MB)
- Planar Touchscreen Driver v4.2.2.1 (.ZIP, 2.5 MB)
- ELO Driver v5.2.0 (.ZIP, 9 MB)
- RapidMatch® X-5 Spectrophotometer (32-bit & 64-bit driver) (.EXE, 1.3 MB)
- Dymo Label Printer 400 and 450 (32-bit driver) (.ZIP, 75 MB)
- Dymo Label Printer 400 and 450 (64-bit driver) (.ZIP, 1.6 MB)
- Lexmark 2600 Series Driver (.ZIP, 47.9 MB)
- Epson Printer Driver (.ZIP, 8.6 MB)
- Internet Update package (.EXE, 13 MB)
- Color IT Support
Support Documentation
PaintManager® Software
RapidMatch® X-5 Spectrophotometer
Internet Update
Paint Shop Interface
PPG does not recommend any one management system. As a convenience, website links are provided to current system partners.
Problems or Questions?
PPG Computer Support HelpDesk
Toll Free: 1-800-647-6050
Email: ColorITSupport@ppg.com
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A.B.W. Tracker is a trademark of NORGATE Technologies Inc.
Repair Tracker Interactive (RTI) is a trademark of Auto Claim Solutions.
CCC ONE is a registered trademark of CCC Information Services, Inc.
Mitchell RepairCenter is a trademark of Mitchell International, Inc.
iAutoFocus is a trademark of NewEra Software.
NEXSYIS is a registered trademark and NEXconnex is a trademark of Nexsyis, Inc.
CompleteShop is a trademark of Rome Technologies, Inc.