Axalta Coating Systems Introduces New Global Warranty Program for Architectural Powder Coatings

Axalta Coating Systems (NYSE: AXTA), a leading global manufacturer of liquid and powder coatings, has introduced a Global Warranty program for its premium line of Alesta® architectural powder coatings that deliver superior corrosion protection, excellent weatherability, elasticity, and abrasion resistance.

Alesta powder coatings are designed to meet the rigorous architectural specifications set forth by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Qualicoat and GSB standards. These high-performance coatings offer super durability, are available in a wide selection of colors and gloss levels, and contain virtually no VOCs and no targeted HAPs. The Global Warranty provides a unique and consistent program to specifiers and façade fabricators through Axalta’s approved applicators.

“Axalta’s powder coatings are engineered to deliver better appearance, improved abrasion resistance and improved hardness,” said Michael Cash Axalta Senior Vice President and President, Industrial Coatings. “This Global Warranty program supports Axalta’s commitment to supplying our customers across the globe with innovative, durable and high-quality products that they can depend on.”

For Axalta approved applicators, the fluoropolymer-based Alesta AR500 UD series powder coatings based on fluorocarbon technology will come with a warranty of up to 30 years, offering advantages such as superior mechanical properties compared to traditional liquid technologies. Alesta AR400 SD super durable polyester-based powder coatings will come with a warranty up to 25 years. Alesta AR300 AP standard durable polyester-based powder coatings will come with a warranty up to 15 years.

For more information, visit axalta.com.

About Axalta Coating Systems

Axalta is a leading global company focused solely on coatings and providing customers with innovative, colorful, beautiful and sustainable solutions. From light OEM vehicles, commercial vehicles and refinish applications to electric motors, buildings and pipelines, our coatings are designed to prevent corrosion, increase productivity and enable the materials we coat to last longer. With more than 150 years of experience in the coatings industry, the approximately 12,800 people of Axalta continue to find ways to serve our more than 100,000 customers in 130 countries better every day with the finest coatings, application systems and technology. For more information, visit axalta.com and follow us @Axalta on Twitter and on LinkedIn.

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