Advantages of Powder Coatings

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Advantages of Powder Coatings: A Sustainable and High-Performance Finishing Solution 

Powder coatings offer numerous advantages that make them an ideal choice for various applications. One of the most significant benefits is that they are typically formulated without solvents that release volatile organic compounds (VOCs). This sustainability advantage contributes to a safer workplace and reduced environmental impact. 

Key Benefits of Powder Coatings: 

  1. Reclaimable and Reusable: Powder coatings can be reclaimed and reused, minimizing waste and maximizing efficiency. The clean-up process is straightforward, requiring only compressed air, which further enhances operational efficiency. 
  2. High Materialization Rate: With a materialization rate of up to 98%, nearly all powder coatings applied adhere to the surface, resulting in less waste compared to other coating systems. Additionally, powder coatings can achieve a thickness of 2-4 mils in a single application, often requiring less material than competing finishing technologies. 
  3. Robust Performance Properties: Manufacturers are increasingly attracted to the superior performance characteristics of powder coatings. These coatings provide excellent corrosion protection, resistance to chipping, weathering and chemicals, as well as outstanding edge coverage and transfer efficiency. 
  4. Versatility for Non-Metal Substrates: Recent advancements in powder coating formulations have made them suitable for a wider range of substrates, including wood, composites and plastics. This versatility opens new possibilities for powder coating application across a growing range of industries. 
  5. Design Flexibility: Contemporary powder coatings offer exceptional design versatility, with availability in a vast array of colors, gloss levels, textures, special effects and metallic finishes. The results can rival the glossiness, color richness and smoothness of traditional liquid coatings, allowing for creative freedom in product design. 

Industries

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Automotive Parts
We offer the technology, service, and process excellence expected from high-tier suppliers and OEMs alike. Our products are engineered to meet and exceed specification for corrosion protection performance, and durability. In addition, PPG is the recognized expert in effectively matching OEM paint and finishes on fascia and accessories that are coated at off-site facilities.
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Electric Vehicles
Our dielectric coatings are used in place of film and/or tape solutions to eliminate gaps, bubbles, seam failures and edge protection issues, and to support high throughput and automated application.
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Building, Construction and Extrusion
Powder coatings for monumental architectural, commercial and residential building applications provide exceptional corrosion resistance, durability and long-lasting color. Formulations are available to meet FGIA/AAMA 2603, 2604 and 2605 specifications.
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Consumer Products
Powder coatings offering the preferred finishing technology for manufacturers of a wide range of consumer products due to its ease of application, exceptional durability, color fastness and sustainability advantages.
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Furniture
Powder coatings for the metal furniture industry meet the highest standards for durability, wear, colorfastness, and protection. They offer lasting resiliency and contemporary styling for interior and exterior furniture and accessories.
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General Industrial
High-performance powder coatings are designed to enhance safety and compliance for products and machinery in demanding manufacturing, warehousing, energy and general industrial applications.
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Heavy-Duty Equipment
With an in-depth knowledge of the industry, market-proven protective coatings and extensive color capabilities, PPG is trusted by leading regional and global heavy-duty equipment OEMs to protect their products and their brands.
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Vehicle and Equipment
World-class asset protection solutions trusted by many of the top makers of buses, railcars, truck bodies, motorcycles, ATVs and recreational vehicles. Powder coatings offer exceptional durability, reliability and protection.