Delivers superior corrosion protection, application performance
PITTSBURGH, July 2, 2026 – PPG (NYSE: PPG) today introduced an enhanced formulation of PPG
SELEMIX® 7-159 Direct Pro 2K acrylic topcoat for the light industrial coatings market in
Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The enhanced product addresses increased corrosion requirements in
the direct-to-metal coatings segment.
PPG introduces enhanced formulation of PPG SELEMIX® 7-159 Direct Pro 2K acrylic topcoat, delivering superior corrosion protection and application performance.
PPG Selemix 7-159 Direct Pro topcoat sets a new benchmark in corrosion
protection: Salt spray resistance has been significantly enhanced, and the product is now certified to C5M ISO
12944-6, indicating a high level of protection in industrial applications. The ISO certification, which tests
both environmental corrosivity and coating durability, confirms the superior corrosion resistance and increased
reliability in demanding light industrial environments.
The enhanced formulation also expands application flexibility. It is optimized for use with air-assisted
airless systems improves efficiency for end users, while improved sag resistance ensures greater control during
application. The formulation delivers a consistent, high-gloss surface appearance achievable by applicators of
all skill levels.
PPG Selemix 7-159 Direct Pro coating is engineered for stable and controlled
application. Its high solids content, combined with efficient and reliable processing in manufacturing, results
in an economical and low-VOC direct-to-metal solution for steel, galvanized substrates and aluminum.
“This enhanced topcoat combines higher-protection performance, broader application flexibility and stable
processing in one solution,” said Kelly Hess, PPG global light industrial coatings product manager,
Automotive Refinish. “It is a direct response to what our partners and end-users need – a product
that performs at the highest level while remaining practical and efficient to
apply.”
For more information about PPG
Selemix 7-159 Direct Pro topcoat and the full PPG
Selemix range, visit www.selemix.com.
PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®
At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty products that
our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our
customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in
Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 50 countries and reported net sales of $15.9 billion in 2025.
We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
To learn more, visit www.ppg.com.
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PPG Media Contact:
Michelle Deemer
Automotive
Refinish
+1 412 434 3419
mdeemer@ppg.com
www.ppg.com