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PPG to Showcase Industrial Finishing Innovations at FABTECH 2025

Newest powder coating innovations featured, including PPG PRIMERON, PPG ENVIROLUXE

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By: KERRY PIANOFORTE

Editor, Coatings World

PPG will highlight its comprehensive industrial finishing technologies at the FABTECH 2025 sheet metal manufacturing trade show, held Sept. 8-11 in Chicago. Featured innovations include the PPG PRIMERON® powder primer series and the PPG ENVIROLUXE™ powder coatings portfolio, two of the company’s newest innovations that deliver impressive performance, durability and sustainability advantages.

Visitors to PPG’s stand (Booth D40721 in the Finishing Hall) can connect with company representatives to learn about PPG’s comprehensive coating systems in liquid, powder, pretreatment and electrocoat technologies that are engineered to work together at every layer, including: 

  • PPG PRIMERON® powder primer series: Engineered to deliver exceptional adhesion and corrosion resistance, these primers provide a robust foundation for a wide range of topcoats, improving overall coating system performance with excellent adhesion, high transfer efficiency and robust corrosion protection. 
  • PPG ENVIROLUXE™ powder coatings: A premium line of powder coatings that combines exceptional durability with sustainably advantaged formulations made with recycled industrial plastics (rPET) and without PFAS.
  • PPG ENVIROCRON® HTE powder coating: A high transfer efficiency powder coating boasting a first-pass transfer rate of up to 85%, reducing powder use by 20-25% compared to standard powder coatings.
  • PPG SPECTRACRON® liquid coatings: A versatile range recognized for its outstanding corrosion protection, aesthetic versatility and flexible curing options. 
  • PPG POWERCRON® 10X™ electrocoat: An advanced system delivering superior corrosion protection and uniform coverage for complex geometries.
  • PPG VERSABOND™ pretreatment solution: A zinc-phosphate pretreatment that ensures optimal surface preparation for enhanced coating adhesion and longevity.

“PPG is committed to delivering high-performance coatings that safeguard assets and extend their lifespan,” said Hendekea Azene, PPG vice president, Americas, Industrial Coatings. “Our focus goes beyond product durability and aesthetics – we help our manufacturing partners optimize operational efficiency, lower costs and comply with evolving environmental regulations.”

PPG coatings specialists will also lead several sessions during FABTECH’s educational conference, including:

For more information about PPG’s industrial coatings products and services for metal fabricators, please visit ppg.com/industrialcoatings or connect with PPG on LinkedIn.

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