Jeppo Finland—May 12, 2026—Mirka announced today that it is partnering with automotive plastic repair innovator 4Plastic to deliver the expertise and solutions required to support a repair-first approach. As OEM-aligned plastic repair methods and specialty solutions continue to advance, Mirka said that opportunities to repair rather than replace certain plastic components are increasing, driving measurable cost efficiencies and environmental benefits.
According to Mirka, the partnership addresses a critical gap in the market by introducing an ecosystem with proven and rigorously tested OEM-compatible plastic repair solutions that, until now, have been largely limited to leading multi-shop operators (MSOs) and specialized plastic repair networks.
The ecosystem will include:
Backed by significant investment in research and product development, Mirka representatives said that designated plastic repair methods and products restore common plastic automotive components, such as bumpers, to true OEM-level performance.
By moving away from traditional filler and adhesive-heavy repair methods, the approach taken by both companies is intended to enable repaired parts to behave, perform, and flex as originally intended, delivering a more durable, reliable, and structurally-aligned repair outcome.
Unlocking the Full Value of Plastic Repair
When executed correctly, 4Plastic said plastic repairs deliver significant advantages across the entire collision ecosystem. For insurers, it can provide a clear pathway to lower overall repair costs by reducing reliance on expensive replacement parts. For consumers, it can lead to safer, better-fitting original components, preserving vehicle integrity and the inconsistencies often associated with aftermarket replacements.
4Plastic said the benefits are both operational and financial for repairers and include:
Together, company representatives said these benefits reinforce plastic repair as a critical pillar in advancing a more efficient, profitable, and sustainable collision repair model.
About Mirka
Mirka is a global industry leader in surface finishing solutions, known for its advanced abrasives, dust-free sanding systems, polishing technologies, and high-performance repair processes. Headquartered in Jeppo, Finland, Mirka supports collision repair, automotive OEM, manufacturing, woodworking, marine, and other precision industries around the world. With a strong reputation for innovation, quality, ergonomics, and sustainability, Mirka continues to help professionals achieve faster, cleaner, and more consistent finishing results while advancing modern repair standards across the industry.
About 4Plastic
4Plastic is an automotive plastic repair innovation company focused on advancing repair-first solutions for modern collision repair operations. Its ecosystem combines specialty repair materials, patented tools, standardized processes, training, technical support, and OEM-compatible repair methods designed for today’s plastic automotive components. 4Plastic’s mission is to help collision repairers, insurers, and industry partners reduce replacement dependency, improve repair profitability, support sustainability goals, and deliver durable, high-quality plastic repairs
For further enquiries, please contact Leonardo Gómez, Business Manager Collision Repair for Mirka
leonardo.gomez@mirka.com
4Plastic Ceo, Frank Phillips : frank.phillips@4plastic.com
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