PPG Wheel Refurbishing Program Efficiently Transforms Rusty, Corroded Fleet-wheels to Like-new Quality
Today’s commercial fleet industry is more competitive than ever. To achieve success in this arena, fleet managers are tasked with making sure trucks look good, run well and stay on the road. Keeping costs down for most fleets typically involves routine scheduled maintenance, regular inspections, and prompt, efficient repairs of mechanical problems. One area that’s often overlooked, however, is wheels. While tires are subject to wear and damage and obviously get a lot of attention, wheels carry the load as well. In fact, since the early 1990s, the US OSHA has mandated wheel and rim refurbishing for commercial vehicles. The challenge for fleet managers is to find a quality wheel refurbishing solution designed to minimize vehicle downtime.
The answer for many fleets is the PPG Wheel Refurbishing Program, featuring the PPG ENVIROCRON™ family of powder coatings. “Our customers asked for more than just a powder coating,” explained Jamie White, PPG business development manager, commercial coatings. “With the PPG Wheel Refurbishing Program, we’re providing a comprehensive system designed to improve the efficiency of their refurbishing process while making their finished product look better and last longer. For example, the PPG ENVIROCRON™ family of powder coatings includes a new, direct-to-metal formulation that delivers exceptional appearance and corrosion protection with no need to prime.”