PPG MagicBox™, Smart Device

A Virtual Mixing Assistant so good, it’s like magic.

PPG MagicBox is a revolutionary device that acts as a virtual assistant to paint technicians. The smart device senses the environmental conditions of the shop and receives formulas directly from PPG Linq™Color Software. MagicBox eliminates the need for specialized equipment in the mixing room providing productivity and sustainability improvements to the collision center.

Features:

  • Constructed from durable materials designed to withstand industrial environments

  • Monitors environmental conditions in body shops

  • Wireless connection to scales via a web-based solution

  • Integrates seamlessly with PPG LINQ™ digital ecosystem tools

A PPG Magicbox sits upright showing its sleek and compact design

Benefits:

  • Streamlined processes: Upgrade basic scales to the next generation with the PPG MagicBox wireless device. Send jobs directly to the scale through PPG MagicBox, integrated with PPG LINQ™ Color software, for a quicker mix without needing a large PC.

  • Intelligent mixing rooms: Equipped with sensors, PPG MagicBox automatically monitors the environmental conditions in the mixing room, detecting humidity, temperature, and pressure.

  • Enhanced safety: PPG MagicBox is built to industrial standards, offering explosion-proof protection for a safer work environment for painters.

  • Space-saving design: Despite its compact size, PPG MagicBox is made from durable, resilient materials to withstand industrial settings. It reduces clutter and minimizes wires on the workstation, providing more room on the mixing table and making it an ideal assistant for any body shop.

PPG MagicMix™

Intelligent Paint Product Recommendations for Every Repair Environment.

PPG MagicMix™ is the latest innovation within the PPG LINQ™ Color ecosystem, designed to help collision repair facilities achieve more consistent paint results with greater efficiency. By working seamlessly with PPG MagicBox™ and PPG MagicSensor devices, PPG MagicMix uses real-time environmental data including temperature and humidity to recommend the most effective hardener and reducer combinations for the specific repair being performed.

Features:

  • Real-time environmental monitoring
    Displays live temperature and humidity conditions within the application area to support optimal product selection.

  • Supports multiple coating stages and repair sizes
    Compatible with undercoats, color coats, and clearcoats for a streamlined refinishing process. From small SMART repairs to large-scale refinishing applications, PPG MagicMix adapts to the job.

  • Connected to the PPG LINQ digital ecosystem
    Integrates seamlessly with PPG MagicBox™, PPG MagicSensor, and other PPG LINQ™ technologies.

  • Quick, intuitive operation
    Easy-to-use software interface helps painters access recommendations in just a few clicks.

Benefits:

  • Improved Painter Experience

    Painters of all skill levels can confidently select the right products for the job. With instant recommendations available directly within the PPG LINQ™ workflow, there is less need to reference P-Sheets or search through technical documentation, helping improve consistency, efficiency, and overall performance.

    Fewer Reworks

    By recommending the most appropriate hardener and reducer combinations, PPG MagicMix helps achieve “right the first time” results and significantly reduces costly rework.

    Reduced Corrections & Polishing Time

    Optimized product recommendations help minimize common paint defects, reducing the need for correction work and excessive polishing after application.

Your Questions, Answered.

  • PPG MagicBox™ is a smart IoT device designed to simplify the mixing room by eliminating the need for specialized computers. It automatically measures temperature and humidity conditions and recommends the correct primers, clears, ratios, and product combinations for optimal application performance.

  • PPG MagicBox™ helps improve mixing room efficiency, consistency, and accuracy by recommending the right products for current environmental conditions. It is affordable, easy to set up, and integrates with compatible scales, spectrophotometers, and label printers to streamline daily operations.

  • PPG MagicBox™ is compatible with:

    • Scales: Sartorius PMA.Evolution and Mettler RPA455 families

    • Spectrophotometers: PPG DigiMatch™ and RapidMatch® XI

    • Label Printers: Dymo 450, Seiko 620, and Brother QL-800

    Devices connect through USB plug-and-play ports, and compatible spectrophotometers can also connect via Wi-Fi.

  • The device is powered through the PPG MagicCable, which provides both power and network connectivity. Internet access can be configured using either Ethernet or Wi-Fi.

    Wi-Fi can be configured using the dedicated “PPG MagicBox” mobile app available for iOS and Android.

  • To register the device, log into your PPG LINQ™ Color account and enter the serial number within the settings section.

  • PPG MagicBox™ has a compact footprint designed for easy placement in the mixing room:

    • Dimensions: 150mm x 150mm x 50mm

    • Weight: 0.3 kg

    Its small size and plug-and-play setup make installation quick and simple.

  • PPG MagicBox™ is the physical smart device used in the mixing room. It helps eliminate the need for specialized computers and equipment by connecting compatible scales, spectrophotometers, and label printers into one streamlined solution. PPG MagicBox™ also monitors environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity to simplify and modernize the mixing process.

    PPG MagicSensor devices provide expanded environmental monitoring throughout the shop, allowing users to place multiple sensors in areas such as prep stations or multiple paint booths for more accurate, location-specific recommendations.

    PPG MagicMix™ is a feature within the PPG LINQ™ Color software platform. Working together with PPG MagicBox™ and wireless PPG MagicSensor devices, PPG MagicMix analyzes current shop conditions and repair type to recommend the most effective products, hardeners, and thinner/reducer combinations for optimal performance and application results.

  • PPG MagicMix™ is an intelligent feature within PPG LINQ™ Color software that helps body shops select the ideal paint product combinations based on current environmental conditions and repair type. Working alongside PPG MagicBox™ and PPG MagicSensor devices, the system uses real-time temperature and humidity data to recommend the most effective hardeners and reducers for consistent application results.

  • PPG MagicMix™ streamlines the paint preparation process by eliminating guesswork. Instead of manually reviewing technical data sheets or consulting experts, painters receive instant product recommendations tailored to the job and environment. This reduces downtime, minimizes corrections, and helps shops complete repairs more efficiently and profitably.

  • Yes. Environmental conditions like excessive heat or humidity can negatively impact paint performance and lead to defects such as solvent popping, dieback, or poor finish quality. PPG MagicMix™ identifies these conditions and recommends the best product combinations to help reduce the risk of defects, polishing time, and costly rework.

  • PPG MagicMix™ supports a wide range of repair scenarios, including SMART repairs, single-panel repairs, and large surface applications. The system is compatible with undercoats, clearcoats, waterborne basecoats, and solventborne basecoats across many popular PPG Refinish systems.

  • PPG MagicMix™ works as part of the integrated PPG LINQ™ ecosystem and requires both PPG MagicBox™ and PPG MagicSensor devices. The MagicSensor continuously measures booth temperature and humidity, then wirelessly communicates that information to PPG LINQ™ Color software through Bluetooth-enabled MagicBox technology.

  • Absolutely. PPG MagicSensor is specifically engineered for body shop environments and is certified for safe operation in spray booths and preparation areas. The device is designed to withstand harsh temperatures and conditions while maintaining long battery life through low-energy operation. For safety and certification compliance, only the approved battery supplied with the device should be used.

  • PPG MagicSensor must use the approved battery supplied with the device. Because the sensor is certified for use in body shop and spray booth environments, using a standard AA battery can compromise safety, reduce performance, and void the device certification. The supplied battery is specifically designed to meet the sensor’s power requirements and safety standards for harsh shop conditions.

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