Business Intelligence Group Honors Axalta AL with Six BIG Innovation Awards

Core Insights - Axalta Coating Systems has received six Business Intelligence Group Innovation Awards for its commitment to product innovation in sustainability, productivity, and safety [1][3] Product Innovations Refinish - The Spies Hecker Permahyd® Hi-TEC 8260 Premium Waterborne Clearcoat reduces solvent emissions by over 65%, has low odor, and minimizes application defects, helping body shops comply with stringent emission regulations [4] Mobility Coatings - The Axalta OEM Low-Bake Integrated Metal Body and Plastics Coatings Technology allows for simultaneous painting of metal and plastic parts, potentially saving up to 40% in energy and reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 343 tons annually, equivalent to the carbon absorption of 350,000 square meters of pine forest [5] - The Lumeera 3250 Low Bake Clearcoat cures at 80°C, reducing CO2 emissions by at least 20% or about 16 kg CO2 per vehicle, while increasing manufacturing efficiency [6][7] Industrial Coatings - Alesta® e-PRO FG Black is a flame and heat-resistant coating that enhances safety for electric vehicle battery enclosures by improving flame and smoke containment [8] - Axalta's Total Cabinet Coating Solution features a 100% solids UV-cure roll coat enamel with zero VOCs, improving operational efficiency and supporting sustainability goals [9] - The Voltatex® 1255 Electrical Steel Coating enhances high-speed bonding processes for electric motors, resulting in more powerful and efficient e-motors [10]