The Valspar Corp. Expands Production Capacity for Automotive Refinish Coatings
MINNEAPOLIS — The Valspar Corp., Minneapolis, has expanded production capacity of its automotive refinish coatings products at U.S.-based manufacturing facilities. Recent technology and equipment upgrades at locations in Garland, Texas, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, have significantly increased manufacturing volumes, and filling and storage capacity for select brands within the Valspar Automotive portfolio, including DeBeer® Refinish, Valspar® Refinish, Prospray® Finishes and Matrix® Automotive Finishes.
New technology and equipment automates a number of processes and delivers immediate and greater efficiencies, as well as enhanced quality control, faster filling and mixing times, safer workplaces, and more environmentally friendly practices. “Not only are we producing the necessary volume to serve customers and the growing market, but we’re improving ergonomics and overall safety protocols for our employees,” said Dave Brunori, Business Director, Valspar Automotive, North America.