WILMINGTON, DE – DuPont Powder Coatings has assigned Robert R. Phillippi, Area Manager, to be the Rebar Segment Leader. In addition to his sales role, he will be leading DuPont's efforts in this market segment. Phillippi has been in both technical and sales roles with DuPont Powder Coatings for 15 years.

The company recently launched a new rebar coating that provides improved wet adhesion, faster application rates and best-in-class cold weather flexibility. The new coating lays the groundwork for aggressive growth in the rebar market.