TAGS: Sealants
PPG has announced the completion of USD 15.5 million investment at its aerospace research and technology (R&T) center in Burbank, California. PPG has upgraded to 39,524-square-foot (3,672-square-meter) facility, which includes increased laboratory and testing space with climate-control capabilities, updated equipment to enhance PPG’s resources for the development of aerospace sealants and coatings, as well as an open floor plan with dedicated areas to promote collaboration.
The facility currently accommodates more than 90 employees in various R&T, manufacturing, customer support and related service and administrative positions.
PPG Speaking on the Expansion
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PPG continues to improve its R&T capabilities to provide new, innovative products and services to our customers in commercial, regional, military and general aviation,” said Mehran Arbab, PPG global director, aerospace coatings and sealants, R&T. “
The enhancements to the Burbank facility strengthen PPG’s overall position as a reliable and innovative partner for our aerospace customers globally.”
PPG’s global aerospace business offers coatings, sealants, transparencies, packaging and application systems, and transparent armor, as well as chemical management and other services.
About PPG
PPG develops and delivers paints, coatings and specialty materials. The company headquartered in Pittsburgh, operates and innovates in more than 70 countries. PPG serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
Source: PPG