PPG Introduces DURAFORM DR Polyester Coatings for Garage, Entry Doors

PPG Industries’ coil and building products group has introduced DURAFORM DR coating, a next-generation polyester coil coating engineered specifically for garage and entry door applications.

Designed for two-coat application on aluminum or cold-rolled steel, Duraform DR coating is formulated with PPG’s proprietary star-shaped polyester polymer to provide superior hardness, increased flexibility and other performance benefits compared to conventional polyester coating systems. The technology also enables greater processing flexibility, including wide cure parameters and better flow characteristics, to reduce inherent applied costs for garage and entry door manufacturers.

The polymer formulation for Duraform DR coating is modified to offer excellent abrasion resistance and paintability for garage and entry doors, which can increase their durability and colorfastness. The coating incorporates long-lasting ceramic pigments to provide an extended gloss range along with a rich variety of colors, including stain-like finishes that mimic the look of wood grain.

Brian Knapp, PPG director, coil and building products, said the ability to formulate Duraform coatings for specific applications gives customers a competitive advantage. “Garage and entry door manufacturers are always looking for ways to differentiate their products from the competition,” he explained. “The ability of these coatings to meet the unique demands of their industry, including providing better abrasion resistance, hardness, flexibility and color retention, enables them to do so.”