PPG launches comprehensive protective coatings and application solutions for data centers

PPG Industries announced that it will showcase its comprehensive protective coatings solutions and services for data center facilities at the Data Center World, scheduled from April 20–23 in Washington, D.C. The company positions itself as a single-source supplier, offering specialized coating solutions and application capabilities for both interior and exterior data center infrastructure, equipment, and components.

During the event, PPG representatives will be available at booth 457 to present the company’s full range of pretreatment, electrocoat, liquid, and powder coatings designed specifically for data center applications. These solutions comply with standards set by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers and Underwriters Laboratories.

Additionally, PPG will provide information on its coating's application services, along with its capabilities in custom paint line design and installation, aimed at supporting data center operators and equipment manufacturers.

“We are the only company in the industry that combines end-to-end protective coating solutions with in‑house application expertise,” said Juliane Hefel, PPG senior vice president, Industrial Coatings and Specialty Products. “This helps our data center partners accelerate construction timelines and strengthen long-term operational efficiency, reliability and sustainability.”

PPG Industries offers precision-engineered coating solutions supported by its global supply network and technical expertise. These solutions are designed to meet the demanding performance requirements of data center environments and provide several key benefits, including:

Key Performance Features for Data Center Applications:

• Electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding

• Antistatic and fire-resistant properties

• Passive fire protection

• Dissipative and conductive coating systems

• Corrosion protection for critical infrastructure

• Heat-reflective performance to help reduce cooling demand

• Insulative, dielectric, and thermal resistance properties

• Enhanced durability to lower maintenance costs and improve operational continuity

“As the data center industry accelerates, owners, construction firms and fabricators are placing greater value on partners who can deliver performance, reliability and productivity for high-speed data,” said Amy Ericson, PPG senior vice president, Protective and Marine Coatings. “Our portfolio combines all three, with comprehensive solutions for everything from the building envelope and HVAC to energy storage, flooring and power systems.”

Source: PPG