PPG’s latest coating solutions - showcased at FABTECH Las Vegas 2026 - combine enhanced durability with smooth, high-quality finishes while meeting stringent performance requirements.
PPG has announced that it will showcase its latest metal finishing innovations
at FABTECH 2026 in Las Vegas. PPG’s solutions offer manufacturers new ways to increase efficiency, improve corrosion protection and reduce process complexity.
Featured products include PPG AQUACRON® Waterborne Shop Primers (WSP) for structural steel, delivering rapid cure, smooth aesthetics, low VOCs and reliable performance across climates, and PPG ENVIROCRON® Extreme Protection Edge Plus powder coatings, which offer robust corrosion protection on hard-to-coat sharp edges plus an enhanced, smoother finish than PPG’s first-generation high-edge formulation.
“PPG is focused on helping customers protect critical assets, extend product lifespan and achieve high-quality finishes. We deliver high-performance coatings that protect assets and extend their usability – our latest innovations offer enhanced durability and smooth finishes, while meeting demanding performance requirements,” has noted Justin Epler, PPG Vice-President, industrial coatings Americas.
Visitors to the exhibit can connect with PPG representatives to learn about the company’s new coating solutions, including pretreatment, electrocoat, liquid and powder product technologies:
- PPG Envirocron® HTE powder coating: A high transfer efficiency powder coating with 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 portfolio providing outstanding corrosion protection, aesthetic versatility and flexible curing options.
- PPG POWERCRON® 10X™ electrocoat:
An advanced system delivering exceptional 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 powder laser curing:
New powder laser curing capabilities for industrial finishing applications.