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HMG Paints to give coatings tech advice at DVD2024

HMG Paints today announced its participation in the upcoming DVD2024 Show, scheduled to take place 18th - 19th September 2024 at UTAC Millbrook in Bedfordshire.

Above: The HMG Paints' team of experts were also on hand to give technical coating advice at last year's DSEI event.
Courtesy HMG Paints

As one of the premier events in the defence industry, the DVD Show provides a platform for showcasing advanced technologies and solutions. HMG Paints' team of experts will be available to offer insights into their extensive range of paints and coatings, including CARC and IRR coatings. Attendees can expect to receive personalised technical advice tailored to their specific requirements, as well as gain valuable insights into the latest trends and advancements in the field of coatings technology.

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"We are excited to participate in the DVD Show ponce again and to engage with industry professionals to discuss their upcoming projects and our latest innovations in paints and coatings," said Alan Sharples, Defence Sales Manager at HMG Paints. "Our team looks forward to sharing our expertise and assisting attendees in finding solutions to their unique paint and coating challenges."

As a British based manufacturer HMG can provide fast delivery across its entire range, something which the company believes can benefit businesses who use JOSCAR and other OEMs and refinishers.

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One of the many products the team is sure to be discussing is their new two pack Polyurethane primer system which surpasses the requirements of Def Stan 80 – 225 for land based military equipment. The DEF2301001 Light Grey Polyurethane Primer boasts an impressive capability to endure over 2,000 hours in BS EN ISO 9227 salt spray conditions, making it a standout performer in demanding, high-stress environments.

HMG’s product range is suitable for equipment such as containers, trailers, vehicles, bridges and armour. HMG are renowned for their innovative approach to coatings including corrosion resistant primers, functional topcoats approved to UK defence standards and the company is also able to offer bespoke formulation development to solve those tricky paints and coatings problems.

HMG is also JOSCAR certified which means Primes can speed up their access to HMG’s defence portfolio and all products are also Made in Britain certified. The HMG Defence range offers products which are free from Chrome VI, meet low VOC requirements, IRR and CARC paints and includes military standards such as 80-225. Alongside Defence Standard products, HMG produce a wide range of approved high-quality coatings for practically every purpose for the defence industry.
 

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