Axalta Coating Systems Launches Global Technologies for the ACE Market
Posted on Thursday, February 26, 2015
PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, announces the expansion of its global product portfolio to include manufacturers of agricultural, construction and earthmoving equipment (ACE). The combination of AquaEC™ electrocoat and key liquid and powder coatings coupled with the company’s global footprint position Axalta to meet the demanding technology and performance requirements of heavy equipment manufacturers.
“We are excited to offer a complete line of products to meet the global needs of our customer base,” explained Michael Bollan, Axalta’s Global Business Director for ACE manufacturers. “Our ability to serve as a single supplier of all three key coating technologies enables us to meet the full range of customer needs with products formulated to meet the highest specification levels of the major manufacturers.”
Axalta has a history of developing and supplying a range of coating systems for ACE customers, including electrocoat, spray and powder coatings. The AquaEC range of electrocoat primers uses patented epoxy-based technology to meet high performance OEM specifications, providing superior corrosion resistance with excellent throw power and improved edge protection.
Alesta® powder coatings deliver coverage and transfer efficiency that are designed to enable materials to be coated more productively in less time. Available in a range of technologies for many applications, Alesta powder coatings have virtually no VOCs, no targeted hazardous air pollutants and up to 98% product utilization, which also makes them the environmentally responsible choice for the ACE market.
Axalta is supporting the global launch of its ACE technology market with a variety of customer support materials, including an innovative brochure. For more information please visit http://www.axaltacoatingsystems.com.