Making Repairs Easy and Efficient 3M offers a comprehensive line of filler products and accessories, including 3M™ Dispenser Valve, to make automotive repairs quick, easy and efficient for operators. The valve attaches to a 3-gallon mechanical pails to control flow. Some fillers that the valve may be used with include: 3M™ Platinum™ Body Filler 3M™ Lightweight Body Filler 3M™ Platinum™ Plus Body Filler Body filler is a handy solution for fixing and repairing automotive ailments – everything from door dings, holes, depressions, creases and other damages. Yet, this powerful repair agent can be tricky to manipulate, as it's often mixed with cream hardener and is thick to begin with. Attaching the valve helps operators ensure that just the right amount of filler is dispensed. While it may seem like a trivial detail, this part helps preserve filler, preventing too much from spilling out and going to waste. Using the valve is simple – here's how it works. The mechanical filler pail features a threaded bung hole opening. With the opening facing upward, remove the cap and seal. Then, twist the valve, which also has threads, onto the opening to lock it in place. Once the valve is in place, the pail can be placed upright on a stand, such as the Dynatron™ Cranker™ Mechanical Dispenser. To dispense, simply pull the handle up. To stop dispensing, pull the handle down. it's that easy. Altogether, 3M fillers and their accompanying accessories are designed to make automotive repairs swift and effective. 3M focuses on science and innovation for these products – using only the best ingredients and methods – so you can focus on what matters most: your work.