PITTSBURGH--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 27, 2015--
PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) today announced that GREEN LOGIC® Matrix paint
detackifier systems have been recognized by the Environmental Management
Association (EMA) with the 2014 Environmental Achievement Award. The Green
Logic Matrix system for automotive manufacturing was recognized by
EMA for exhibiting a commitment to the environment and using resources
from the environment to provide innovative solutions to environmental
challenges.
“Innovative automotive coatings products that help manufacturers cut
costs, increase efficiency and decrease waste during the coatings and
production process are critical in today’s industry,” said Cindy
Niekamp, PPG senior vice president, automotive coatings. “The Green
Logic Matrix detackifier system helps our automotive customers
greatly reduce water consumption and waste in the production process.
PPG is honored to be recognized for providing them with this
groundbreaking sustainable product.”
The Green Logic product line by PPG offers manufacturers
environmentally responsible options for paint denaturants or
detackifiers used in water-washed paint spray booths. Green Logic
Matrix detackifier, launched last year, is a liquid made of materials
derived from vegetables and natural fibers that draws in paint overspray
to render it non-sticky and keeps it in suspension until removed by a
decanter. The system enabled by the Green Logic Matrix product
uses less than 10 percent of the water required by a traditional system,
saving the equivalent of 1.5 million glasses of water. The product also
helps minimize paint booth cleaning and maintenance, which reduces costs
and maximizes vehicle throughput.
"The EMA strives to recognize industry-level accomplishments that focus
on the betterment of company practices in hopes of reducing pollution
and harm to the environment,” said Meaghan Kangas, EMA director. “The Green
Logic Matrix product by PPG is a breakthrough we hope will inspire
other companies and aspiring scientists around the globe."
For more about PPG’s automotive coatings products, visit www.ppgautocoatings.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.™
PPG Industries' vision is to be the world’s leading coatings company by
consistently delivering high-quality, innovative and sustainable
solutions that customers trust to protect and beautify their products
and surroundings. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and
color, PPG provides added value to customers in construction, consumer
products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets to
enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded
in 1883, PPG has global headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in
nearly 70 countries around the world. Reported net sales in 2014 were
$15.4 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange
(symbol: PPG). For more information, visit www.ppg.com
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Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark and Green
Logic is a registered trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
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Media:
Mike Millar, PPG Automotive OEM
Coatings, 248-641-2237
millar@ppg.com