Axalta and Hempel Partner to Develop Coating for Gas Pipelines Free

Axalta Coating Systems has formed a strategic partnership with Hempel (US) to formulate a coating system for natural gas transmission pipes.

The new coating has been claimed to offer external coatings with significant corrosion protection and internal coatings with advanced flow efficiency for the oil and gas pipelines.

The product will combine the corrosion protection capability of Axalta's fusion-bonded-epoxy powder with Hempel's liquid, flow-efficiency epoxies for internal coating.

Axalta North American sales manager Ron Hull said: "We at Axalta are thrilled to partner with Hempel to offer a full product line of world class powder and liquid coatings for the North American market.

"The new coating is said to be a corrosion and abrasion-resistant internal and external coating, which will be adapted to harsh environments.

Hempel US downstream segment manager Martin Miller said: "By pairing Hempel and Axalta's product offerings, we offer the gas-pipe industry an unparalleled technology and competitiveness platform.

"Axalta said that the partnership will provide customers with an excellent value-proposition for the North American gas transmission business.

Hempel supplies coatings to the decorative, protective, marine, container and yacht markets for various applications, including wind turbines, bridges, hospitals, ships, power stations and homes.

The company has presence in more than 80 countries worldwide, and has a workforce of over 5,000 across its 27 factories and more than 150 stock points.

Axalta provides coatings and sustainable solutions to light OEM vehicles, commercial vehicles and refinish applications to electric motors, buildings and pipelines.