Design Solutions PPG Showcases Advanced Metal Coating Innovations at AIA Conference 2025
Design Solutions at the AIA Conference on Architecture and Design 2025 (AIA25), held from June 4–7 in Boston, PPG is highlighting its latest advancements in architectural metal coatings. Design Solutions these innovations are engineered to meet the highest standards in weathering, design, and durability, reinforcing PPG’s commitment to providing cutting-edge solutions for the architectural community.
Exhibition Highlights
Design Solutions Visitors to PPG’s exhibit at AIA25 have the opportunity to engage directly with experienced architectural specification professionals. The focus is on two of PPG’s flagship products: PPG CORAFLON® Platinum powder extrusion coatings and PPG DURANAR® liquid coil and extrusion coatings. Both products meet the rigorous FGIA/AAMA 2605 standards for architectural metal applications, ensuring long-term performance and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, PPG representatives are available to discuss the company’s comprehensive architectural coatings portfolio, which includes solutions for various performance specifications and building applications, such as field-applied touch-ups and repairs.
Innovations in Powder Coating: PPG Coraflon® Platinum
Design Solutions Introduced in 2021, PPG Coraflon® Platinum represents a significant advancement in FEVE (fluoroethylene vinyl ether) powder coating technology. This formulation offers 20% higher transfer efficiency, enhanced one-coat corrosion protection, and a broader gloss range (5–85) compared to standard FEVE powder coatings. The versatility of Coraflon® Platinum allows architects to achieve the timeless look of anodized metal and textures that mimic natural elements like cement, stone, and terracotta.
Recent third-party laboratory testing, conducted in accordance with industry performance standards, demonstrated that PPG Coraflon® Platinum powder exhibited a minimal 6% loss in color over five years. This performance equates to 20 times the color retention of competitor products in similar colors within the same period. Such durability underscores the product’s suitability for projects requiring long-lasting aesthetic integrity.
PPG Duranar®: A Legacy of Liquid Coating Excellence
Design Solutions For those seeking FGIA/AAMA 2605 performance in liquid formulations, PPG’s Duranar® liquid coil and extrusion coatings have been a benchmark in the industry since their introduction in 1967. These PVDF (polyvinylidene fluoride) based systems offer exceptional durability and color stability, making them a preferred choice for architectural metal applications.
PPG Duranar® coatings are available in an extensive palette of rich and on-trend colors, including solids, micas, and metallics. Options featuring advanced cooling and color-shifting pigments provide architects and builders with the flexibility to design projects that are both visually striking and energy-efficient. Notable structures featuring PPG Duranar® coatings include Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Lyrik Back Bay in Boston, Thirty75 Tech in Santa Clara, and Hudson Yards in New York City.
Commitment to Sustainability and Performance
PPG’s architectural coatings are formulated with sustainability in mind. Products like Coraflon® Platinum are designed without TGIC (triglycidyl isocyanurate), PFOA (perfluorooctanoic acid), fluorosurfactants, VOCs (volatile organic compounds), HAPs (hazardous air pollutants), and substances listed on the Living Building Challenge (LBC) Red List. They are also REACH compliant, aligning with global environmental and safety standards.investor.ppg.com
Engaging with PPG at AIA25
Attendees of AIA25 are encouraged to visit PPG’s booth to explore these innovative coatings firsthand. The company’s experts are on hand to provide insights into product applications, performance characteristics, and how PPG’s solutions can meet the specific needs of various architectural projects.
