Lubrizol Announces Further Investments to Support Growth of the Paint Protection Film (PPF) Market

To better serve the rapidly growing paint protection film (PPF) market, The Lubrizol Corporation announced on July 29 that its multi-million-dollar phased investment in thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) capacity and capabilities will go into the next stage
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Over the past three years, Lubrizol has invested more than $20 million in capacity expansion, application and test capabilities, and market insights
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The new phase of investment will further optimize Lubrizol's global production footprint to support expected growth and innovation in the paint protection film market
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Lubrizol plans to gradually increase capacity through improvements to existing production and investment in new construction, which is expected to more than triple over the next three years
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Arnau Pano, general manager of Lubrizol Engineered Polymers, said: "We will continue to make the necessary investments in the facilities, capabilities and people to support the thriving growth of our strategic customers and partners
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This is also in line with our commitment to surface protection.
The focus of the application remains the same
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“The paint protection film market continues to grow strongly globally, driven by increased consumer awareness and desire to protect vehicle surfaces and maintain a premium appearance
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” Viviana, global industrial market director, ESTANE® Engineered Polymers, Lubrizol Wilson said, “The long-lasting performance and protection of ESTANE® TPU is a perfect match for consumer preferences for paint protection films
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Globally, we are helping end users with high-performance surface protection solutions through our resources and capabilities.
benefit from the program
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