Ford's new vehicle painting procedure is a more environmentally friendly process. The new procedure is said to reduce greenhouse gases by 15 percent and cuts production costs at the same time. The painting process basically involves an advanced chemical formulation of high-solids and solvent-borne paint that is applied in an innovative three-wet application process that requires a smaller, cheaper and cleaner paint shop than traditional paint facilities.
The composition of the new paint resists running and sagging during application. Also, Ford testing has revealed that it also provides better protection against chipping and scratching that traditional paint.
"Painting vehicles has traditionally been one of the auto industry's biggest environmental challenges," said Mary Ellen Rosenberger, paint manager of Ford's Ohio Assembly Plant.
"Ford has found the solution. It's environmentally sound. It's cost-efficient. And it produces beautifully painted vehicles with long-term durability."
Friday, August 10, 2007
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