Wallenius Wilhelmsen Logistics (WWL), a global provider of vehicle factory-to-dealer integrated logistics solutions, has selected PPG’s Envirobase High Performance basecoat to convert its nine Americas region vehicle processing centers from solventborne to a waterborne paint system. The centers are located throughout North America at WWL operations and are equipped for vehicle services such as upgrades, body and paint repair and accessory installation.
“WWL is continuously striving to minimize its impact on the environment,” said Greg Harrison, WWL Vehicle Services Americas, Inc., vice president of plant operations. “We have worked with PPG since 1990, and the conversion to Envirobase HP waterborne basecoat is the right thing to do.”
Waterborne basecoat technology is typically used by manufacturers to create the original color on today’s vehicles. According to PPG, the use of its waterborne color toners in collision repair centers provides the better ability to match a vehicle’s original finish while protecting the environment.
PPG will immediately begin to implement the steps toward waterborne conversion for WWL.
“We are happy to take our relationship with WWL to the next level and are eager to provide them with our complete support and the high-quality products they require for their success,” said Ken Davis, manager OEM business development, PPG Industries.
For more information about PPG Envirobase High Performance and other products, call (800) 647-6050 or visit www.ppgrefinish.com.