Powder Coating for 2-Wheelers

Motorcycle manufacturers can now kickstart improved cost and energy savings following the launch of Interpon A3000 from AkzoNobel’s Powder Coatings business. The company’s first single layer powder coating for two-wheelers, the product is designed to protect and enhance the body parts, wheels and trim of any two-wheeled vehicle, in line with the performance levels specified, tested and approved by OEMs.

Jeff Jirak, director of AkzoNobel Powder Coatings, says, “With a single layer system, we can help reduce our customers’ costs because application times are much shorter, which contributes to lowering their carbon footprint.”

Available in an array of colors and metallic effects, it aims to cater for the “naked” design trend, where the engine and other parts of the motorbike, such as the body frame, fuel tank, brake levers and cylinder heads, are visible.

Durability is one of the key features of the product range. It helps prevent corrosion, combats interference from fuel, oil and other chemicals, and offers high resistance to chipping from stones and pebbles – all of which keeps vehicles looking better for longer. A low energy version will also be available, enabling the powder to cure at a lower temperature and further reduce the energy consumed.