PPG Launches CORAFLON Platinum Powder Coatings for Construction Metals Market

Pittsburgh, May 28, 2021-- PPG (NYSE: PPG) today announced the launch of PPG CORAFLON® Platinum Fluoroethylene Vinyl Ether (FEVE) Fluorinated for Architectural Extrusion and Aluminum Sheet Applications Polymer powder coating
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Compared to standard FEVE powder coatings, this patented coating technology provides greater than 20% application efficiency and enhanced corrosion resistance
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The PPG Coraflon Platinum powder coating is now available globally and is available in a wide range of colors and gloss levels (including mica pearlescent and metallic finishes) for metal construction where corrosion and weather resistance is critical Components and building construction occasions
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Other color schemes include color options that simulate natural decorative effects such as cement, stone and terracotta, creating mineral-like shimmering tones and delicate textures
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These coating products meet the requirements of the Window Glass Industry Alliance and the American Building Manufacturers Association (FGIA/AAMA) 2605
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In addition, it has more than 9 years of test data provided by third-party testing agencies, and has passed 4,000 hours of cyclic salt spray corrosion tests
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This new product can provide architects with gloss values ​​in the range of 5-85, whereas standard FEVE powder coatings can only achieve gloss values ​​in the range of 25-70
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Thanks to this advantage, the matte grade (low gloss grade) of this coating is selected to create an anodized aluminum-like appearance, while also achieving excellent corrosion resistance and long-lasting color that traditional anodizing processes cannot provide.
Fastness
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“For more than 20 years, our customers have experienced the color and durability advantages PPG Coraflon coatings offer in architectural and aluminum applications
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These advantages are enhanced once again with the introduction of PPG Coraflon Platinum coatings
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Not only do we provide products with high durability and performance, they also help to achieve a wide range of colors, glosses and finishes
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In addition, we The formulation of PPG Coraflon Platinum has also been upgraded to provide greater application efficiency and improved paint application processes—advantages not achievable with other FEVE powder coating products
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Choosing PPG Coraflon Platinum paints is equivalent to choosing a A mature product that has been carefully developed and tested over many years
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PPG Coraflon Platinum coating products have been tested to meet stringent environmental standards, including the European Union's Regulation on the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (“REACH” regulation)
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The unique formulation of this powder technology is free of "substances of very high concern" such as triglycidyl isocyanurate (TGIC), perfluorooctanoate (PFOA), fluorosurfactants, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), harmful Air Pollutants (HAP) and Living Building Challenge (LBC) "Red List" substances,
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In addition, relevant tests have also shown that this powder coating can achieve a 70% reduction in e-cap compared to similar products currently on the market
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All PPG Coraflon Platinum coatings are guaranteed for 20 years and meet the AAMA 2605 specifications for film integrity, chalk resistance and discoloration
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