Advanced Polymer Technologies for Industrial Metal & Plastic Coatings dependable supply of product that fits our customers’ individual requirements. From our headquarters in the Netherlands, we provide resins for coatings and graphic arts Our business is all about improving people’s lives. At DSM we markets around the globe. We support our want to make life brighter for people – today and in generations customers with manufacturing sites in North America, Europe, and Asia. Our brand names to come. We connect our unique skills in materials sciences to are well known around the world, including create solutions that nourish, protect, and improve performance. NeoCryl®, NeoRez®, NeoPac™, NeoRad™, And contribute to a more sustainable world. This is reflected in Hybrane™, Uralac®, Uracron™, Urathix™, and Uradil™. how we approach the coatings business. We have a dedicated focus on people, profit, and planet. As an example, we design resin Brighter Future Brighter Living systems with tomorrow’s environmental Some companies see sustainability as a chal- This means Brighter Living for everyone. Now requirements in mind, guided by our Product lenge, but at DSM for coating resins we see you can rest your wine glass on a beautifully Stewardship principles, by an awareness of it as an opportunity, with endless possibili- lacquered coffee table without leaving a stain. the need for continuity, and by a strong sense ties to work together for a brighter future. By Or apply mosquito spray before heading out of responsibility. We have an outstanding Create brighter exchanging ideas and collaborating openly, into the sun, knowing it won’t take the shine sustainability record in specialty resins that we are making a difference. Innovating to add off your cabriolet’s interior paint. That’s the we continue to improve each day. value to people’s lives, ensure profitability, real beauty of Bright Science, brightening lives and protect the planet. wherever and whenever it touches them. lives... Bright Science DSM for Coating Resins Bright Science is at the heart of all we do in DSM has a dedicated division that draws coatings. Based on our intimate knowledge of upon its broad know-how and understanding our markets and our deep materials science of market and customer needs to develop expertise across a wide range of applications. innovative resin solutions that deliver the best Our global network of industry specialists performance in the coatings and graphic arts spend their working lives traveling the world markets. and talking to customers and other players Due to the global trends that have been identi- in the supply chains. Through these deep fied as key, we are fully aligning our coating partnerships built on mutual trust, we create resins business strategy with the DSM overall bespoke resins and technologies that enhance strategy. At DSM Coating Resins we are focus- our customers’ formulations and their custom- ing solely on sustainable coating solutions by ers’ everyday experiences. focusing on waterborne, powder and UV resin technologies. We are the largest producer of polyester resins in the world and one of the largest producers ...for people today and for generations to come. of specialty emulsions, ensuring a Industrial Metal & Plastic Coatings 3 General metal We have the experience and know-how to work across industries. Thanks to our broad applicational expertise in resins and coatings for diverse protective and industrial areas, our unique materials science knowledge and Big Rolling Stock Protective / Marine our deep customer collaborations. Our broad Metal Coating For the dynamic big rolling stock industry We work with customers across the protective technology base for general metal includes (commercial vehicles, busses, agricultural and and marine industry to develop water-borne polyester, acrylic, alkyd, and urethane chem- Based on our strong collaborative partnerships with customers construction equipment, rail and aerospace), and solvent-borne primers and top coats that istries. We deliver water-borne and solvent- and our unique understanding of materials science and we have developed a comprehensive portfolio make a positive difference in people’s lives. borne primers and top coats for virtually any of water-borne and solvent-borne resins for From bridges to oil platforms to wind turbines end market, including construction materials, applications, we provide creative solutions for Metal coating primers, top coats, clear coats and direct- and other outdoor equipment. Our unique ex- machinery and equipment, drums, domestic markets worldwide. Inspired breakthroughs that meet our to-metal coatings (one and two component pertise of high performance applications and appliances, metal furniture and anything else. customer’s challenges and improve people’s lives – now and systems), based on our longstanding part- materials science, including polyester, acrylic, And you can use our resins in coatings for a nerships with customers. And our in-depth alkyd, and urethane chemistries, makes our variety of applications and curing processes. for many generations to come. From reducing the environmental knowledge of polyester, acrylic, alkyd, and That means you can safely work with industrial impact of a simple can of peas. To protecting a North Sea oil rig urethane chemistries. These products provide equipment in any environment because it will from corroding under harsh weather conditions. Or helping a reliable protection for the exterior of airplanes not break down from exposure to industrial that people travel in. They make commuter grade oils and fats. And with the metal well family enjoy the color and shine of their automobile longer. Our trains look better and last longer. Our deep ex- protected, you can more confidently ship broad technology toolbox consists of water-borne and solvent- pertise in materials science, big rolling stock metal drums without worrying about the borne resins, based on acrylics, polyesters, polyurethanes, applications and sustainable coatings can contents being damaged by rust, corrosion or help you move confidently from solvent-based external forces. alkyds, and a wide range of hybrid binder solutions. to water-based systems for use on commer- cial vehicles, agricultural, construction and earthmoving equipment, railway, aerospace Automotive coatings and military vehicles. To significantly reduce Take advantage of a full spectrum of solvent- solvent pollution and make a lasting differ- borne and water-borne resins, based on ence for people and our planet. a variety of polyester, acrylic, alkyd, and urethane chemistries in one and two pack systems to meet the most demanding coating requirements for automotive OEM and car refinishing. We work closely with the leading suppliers to the automotive industry resins perform consistently in the toughest to create new coating breakthroughs. The indoor and outdoor conditions, in every corner result? Stronger brand loyalty from consumers of the world. That gives us safer bridges to whose vehicles look like new for a longer cross and ocean liners to cruise on. It protects time. Cleaner processes and therefore more your manufacturing facilities longer to extend customer preference by producing automobile their operational life. It also provides a coatings in a more sustainable way, using powerful shield to defend valuable equipment fewer Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC). against the harshest environmental forces. More application flexibility from coatings that Together we can help you swiftly develop in- meet varied curing requirements. novative coatings to meet new environmental, cost or performance requirements. 4 Industrial Metal & Plastic Coatings Industrial Metal & Plastic Coatings 5 Consumer electronics Making flat screen TV housings better able to withstand the bumps and scratches of busy family life. Giving a mobile phone a soft and Plastic Coating smooth feel that resists stains and everyday wear. Such modern day conveniences are the result of intense collaborations with our Coating manufacturers, applicators, and OEMs rely on our spe- Automotive interior Automotive exterior customers to develop specialty resins for the cialty range of resins to help them improve the performance and For plastic parts used inside cars we have Take advantage of our full spectrum of solvent- consumer electronics industry. Our unique developed a comprehensive portfolio of water- borne, water-borne, 100% UV and powder knowledge of consumer applications and plas- durability of their plastic parts. The result is new innovations in borne, solvent-borne, 100% UV and powder coating resins to meet the most demanding tics materials enables us to provide meaning- plastic-based products that brighten people’s lives. For example, coating resins that can be applied as primers coating requirements for automotive exterior ful innovations in plastic coatings that perform we support our partners with greener coatings for wind turbine and top coats. Thanks to these products, parts. We work closely with leading suppli- effectively and consistently. We deliver consumers can enjoy soft leather seats that blades that increase their output and lengthen their in-service are protected against dirt and stains. They life. Or develop coatings that make a linoleum floor look more don’t have to worry about their dashboard attractive and more durable in a home, office, or child’s play being ruined by their sun tan lotions and hand creams. They can enjoy cleaner air quality area. We develop creative answers to