The paints and coatings industry is crucial in countless sectors, providing protective and aesthetic finishes to various surfaces. Unfortunately, it is hard to ignore its environmental impact, with chemicals, solvents, and waste products contributing to air pollution, water contamination, and an overall strain on natural resources. As the demand for coatings rises, the footprint left behind has become a growing concern.
People have been compromising the planet for decades to fulfill various industrial requirements, but we have also reached a stage of modernity where we cannot ignore the need for paints and coatings.
At APV Engineered Coatings, we’re passionate about sustainable manufacturing. Keep reading to see how we’re doing our part!
Water-Based, Low-VOC Products
APV developed Zevoc®, a groundbreaking, water-based, and VOC-free cement that effectively bonds tire components. This product is an alternative to solvent-based cement, which can release harmful levels of VOCs. Moreover, we offer a range of lacquers specifically designed for industrial fabrics that comply with California’s stringent Prop 65 regulations and feature water-borne, low-VOC, and C-0 chemistries.
Our equal commitment to the environment and coating technologies extends to our flagship products like NeverFade® and KAPGUARD®. These advanced coatings utilize fluoropolymer resins without PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances). We are proud to have them as some of the most sustainable architectural coatings available today.
Sustainable Manufacturing Processes
Creating sustainable products is one side of the coin; the other side is producing them sustainably. Unlike other manufacturers, APV does not deliver standard coatings. Our research and development team develops advanced solutions tailored to the specific needs of industries without taking too much from the environment.
From lowering energy consumption to minimizing waste, we lower our carbon footprint while maintaining the high standards of quality that our customers rely on. We understand that the pursuit of innovation goes hand-in-hand with responsibility, so we take the lead in sustainable manufacturing products for your operations and our surroundings.
Partnerships With Other Eco-Friendly Companies
APV takes pride in working alongside companies dedicated to improving product quality and striving to safeguard the world as we are. Every day, we collaborate with our partners to ensure that our coatings perform better than expected and do their part in building a greener future. Our partnerships allow us to learn from others and share our knowledge. The more available and accessible environmentally friendly coating solutions are, the more we can keep the industry and the planet thriving.
Responsible Sourcing
Sustainable manufacturing also means sourcing materials responsibly. One of APV’s key initiatives is to restrict the purchase of raw materials that contain conflict minerals, such as tin, tantalum, tungsten, or gold, which may directly or indirectly finance or help armed groups in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and its neighboring countries.
APV conducts an annual, thorough country of origin inquiry and performs due diligence, as required by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Specifically, we assess whether any conflict minerals are a “must” for the functionality or production of our products. Furthermore, we order all suppliers to adhere to applicable laws and regulations. Suppliers must participate in our yearly inquiry and share the necessary information to demonstrate compliance with our standards.
By upholding responsible sourcing of our entire supply chain, we help foster ethical and sustainable business practices at every level of our operations. We protect the Earth and its people.
Continuous Education
Sustainability is not a set of actions or policies but a mindset and a culture that warrants ongoing learning, adaptation, and improvement. As such, APV implements continuous education across all levels of the company, from our leadership team to our researchers, engineers, production staff, and even our suppliers.
New regulations, technologies, and practices are emerging regularly, and we stay ahead of these developments by investing in educating our people. Since our founding in 1878, we have progressed, but stopping where we are is not an option. We train in the technical aspects of coating technologies, environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and sustainability’s broader social and economic implications.
Ultimately, APV views continuous education as a critical component of our long-term success and our ability to cater to people’s and nature’s evolving demands. We improve and inspire, making sustainable manufacturing everyone’s job.
Paint and Coat the World Responsibly with APV Engineered Coatings
The paints and coatings industry supports the aerospace, automotive, construction, textiles, tire and rubber, industrial, and other sectors. Whether high-performance coatings for commercial buildings, protective finishes for cars, or durable solutions for industrial fabrics, we provide the products and services that guarantee longevity and functionality. Now, we can do all these things without harming the earth.
At APV Engineered Coatings, we formulate industrial coatings and advanced chemical products with sustainable manufacturing at the core. Through innovative research, responsible sourcing, and eco-friendly production processes, we make the paints and coatings industry reliable in all respects.
Explore our products and capabilities, and contact us to learn more! Let us work together toward a world where performance and environmental responsibility are not incompatible.
