The 2025 PCI 25: No. 21. APV Engineered Coatings
21. APV Engineered Coatings
Akron, OH
Chairman/CEO: David Venarge
2024 Coatings Sales: $40,010,000
Founded in 1878, APV Engineered Coatings develops and manufactures advanced coatings and chemical products for diverse industrial markets. The company originally produced wood varnishes and enamels, most notably a unique and faster-drying black enamel for the Ford Motor Co.’s Model T. Today, APV provides coating solutions for some of the world’s top-producing manufacturers, with distribution in 26 countries. APV specializes in R&D, formulation and contract manufacturing of high-performance water- and solvent-based technologies under private label. Its coatings are designed for demanding applications in aerospace, industrial fabrics, textiles, building products and rubber goods. As a licensed user of Arkema’s Kynar® emulsion technology, APV has over a decade of experience commercializing PVDF-based systems for both field-applied and factory-applied use. Key brands include NeverFade®, Vynguard®, Walkway™, Aeroprite™, Blockseal® and Kapguard®.
Source: Company contact, press releases
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