International. AkzoNobel and Chinese automaker JAC Motors have pioneered the first use of VOC-free powder technology for car body coatings.
Thanks to increased sustainability in China, AkzoNobel's Interpon powder technology is being used by JAC for SLX truck body coating at its headquarters in Mengcheng, China.
"The application of high-performance powder coating solutions in body coatings represents an important technological breakthrough in this sector," said Eddie Wang, Business Director for AkzoNobel's Powder Coatings business in North Asia. "This partnership demonstrates how we are supporting sustainability in the automotive industry, offering benefits such as minimizing both resource waste and environmental pollution."
Chinese automakers have been looking for ways to meet new coating standards, and Wenping Xing, technical director of JAC Motors, explained that powder coatings offer great opportunities to help meet those needs.
"Respect for the environment is a priority as we pursue excellence in technology production," he said. "Powder coatings have advantages such as high utility rate and zero waste, making them a sustainable solution of choice for body coatings. Our first line of truck powder coatings combines AkzoNobel's proven technologies and state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment. We are now planning a second powder coating line."
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