The newly launched super-durable powder coating is for architects and designers for the Indian market and can give aluminum surfaces the natural look and texture of stone without any of the inconvenience or cost associated with using the actual material.
The intended acquisition follows a series of recent acquisitions by AkzoNobel across paints and coatings over the last years. Completion, which is subject to regulatory approvals, is expected in the second half of 2023.
The coating has several features that lengthen the life of a roof, including its superior resistance to fading from ultraviolet radiation and minimizing the absorption of solar energy.
The new resins have a renewable carbon content, can be formulated and used without hazardous ingredients found in most competitive products, and were developed to have efficient crosslinking with environmentally compliant carbodiimide-type crosslinkers.
Dunn-Edwards discovered how to optimize its eco-efficient paint-manufacturing operation by upgrading to AODD pumps, resulting in reduced downtime and an optimized paint-manufacturing operation.
President and CEO Dr. Rick Michelman comments that the rating “exemplifies our focus on Innovating a Sustainable Future” and also highlights the recent hiring of a Chief Science and Sustainability Officer (CSSO).