PPG INVESTS IN GLOBAL POWDER PRODUCTION

PPG announced a $44 million investment to upgrade five powder coating manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and Latin America. The projects are part of PPG’s efforts to expand its powder coatings offerings and increase global production to meet growing customer demand for sustainably advantaged products.

THE INVESTMENT

Collectively, the investment, $30 million for U.S. plants and $14 million for facilities in Latin America, is expected to increase overall capacity, add production capabilities for bonded metallic powders, improve processing times with automated packaging, and enhance capabilities to produce small, medium and large batches. Enhancements and expansions are already completed or underway at powder production facilities in Brazil, Indiana, Gainesville, Texas; Greensboro, North Carolina; San Juan del Rio, Mexico; and Sumaré, Brazil. PPG expects to complete these total projects by the fourth quarter of 2023.

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

“Focusing on powder coatings is a win-win for PPG and our customers as we are able to offer greater access to sustainably advantaged products,” says Marizeth Carvalho, PPG global director, powder coatings, Industrial Coatings. “Powder is the fastest growing coatings technology in the world and PPG’s goal is to lead that charge through innovation and production advancements.”

“We continue to accelerate the growth of our powder coatings business to meet the demand of our customers and enhance their experience, wherever they are in the world,” Carvalho continues. “These strategic expansions will provide increased access to new and existing products.”