Low-friction, self-lubricating coatings help reduce fuel consumption, improve tolerance to idle time


PITTSBURGH, July 2, 2015 - PPG Industries' (NYSE:PPG) protective and marine coatings business has introduced the SIGMA® SAILADVANCE™ high-performance antifouling coatings range suitable for a variety of operating conditions.

The range currently comprises four coatings: SIGMA SAILADVANCE RX and GX coatings are completely new formulations based on PPG-patented technologies, and SIGMA SAILADVANCE MX and DX coatings are rebranded SIGMA SYLADVANCE™ 700 and 800 products.

SIGMA SAILADVANCE RX and GX antifoulings are based on self-release binder technology using controlled surface active polymers (CSPs) that provides the coatings with a self-lubrication and self-release mechanism. CSPs act on the coating-water interface as a lubricant, which supports laminar flow, thereby reducing hull friction when the ship is sailing and delivering fuel savings of 5 percent on average. In addition, CSPs create a "slippery surface" that increases resistance to fouling when a ship is not sailing, extending the potential for more idle days.

"The SAILADVANCE range has been developed in the knowledge that to meet today's market needs, a coating must cover a wide range of vessel types and operational conditions," said Tom Molenda, PPG global marine director. "Owners want to reduce energy consumption and lower their total costs regardless of how their ships are operating. SAILADVANCE RX and GX [coatings] meet this need whether the ship is sailing, idle or slow steaming, regardless of being applied during new construction or during dry docking."

The SIGMA SAILADVANCE range is designed for all vessel types and operating speeds and is particularly effective for slow-steaming ships because of the engineered CSP composition. The antifoulings also benefit from high-volume solids (up to 59 percent) for efficient application and evolve in a pattern of linear polishing, with consistent biocide release for predictable performance for up to 90 months.

The SIGMA SAILADVANCE MX and DX coatings provide the same high performance and fuel-saving potential as the SIGMA SYLADVANCE 700 and 800 products did for vessels under the widest operating profiles.

To find out more about the SIGMA SAILADVANCE range and other PPG protective and marine coatings, visit www.ppgpmc.com.


THE SIGMA SAILADVANCE ANTIFOULING COATINGS RANGE

SIGMA SAILADVANCE RX Coating

  • Low-friction, self-lubricating, linear self-polishing antifouling based on hydrolysable polymer binder composition.
  • Technology based on controlled surface active polymers (CSPs).
  • Idle time tolerance: average 25 days
  • Vessel operating rate: 50 percent-90 percent

SIGMA SAILADVANCE GX Coating

  • High-performance low-friction, self-lubricating, linear self-polishing antifouling based on hydrolysable binder composition.
  • Technology based on controlled surface active polymers (CSPs).
  • Idle time tolerance: average 30 days
  • Vessel operating rate: 40 percent-80 percent

SIGMA SAILADVANCE MX Coating

  • Low-friction, linear self-polishing antifouling based on organic hydrolysable polymer binder.
  • Idle time tolerance: average 25 days
  • Vessel operating rate: 50 percent-70 percent

SIGMA SAILADVANCE DX Coating

  • Ultra-low-friction, linear self-polishing antifouling based on organic hydrolysable polymer binder, designed for broad operational ranges.
  • Idle time tolerance: average 30 days
  • Vessel operating rate: 40 percent-90 percent

PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.™
PPG Industries' vision is to be the world's leading coatings company by consistently delivering high-quality, innovative and sustainable solutions that customers trust to protect and beautify their products and surroundings. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG provides added value to customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in more than 70 countries around the world. Reported net sales in 2014 were $15.4 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:PPG).www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
SICMA is a registered trademark and SIGMA SAILADVANCE and SIGMA SYLADVANCE are trademarks of PPG Coatings Nederland B.V.

Contact:
Veronique Rossieau
PPG Protective and Marine Coatings
(31)68-161-2906
rossieau@ppg.com
www.ppgpmc.com

Neville Smith or Emma Jones
Mariner Communications
(44)7909-960-182 or (44)7590-750-489
neville.smith@live.co.uk or emmajonespr@live.co.uk

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