AWX Brochure

AWX™

A Leader in Coatings Technology- 
    At Sherwin-Williams Automotive Finishes we strive to develop innovative
solutions to meet the dynamic needs of the vehicle refinish industry. Everyday,
our top chemists are building new innovations to improve your ability to
efficiently repair automobiles. 
    This is especially true as you transition to a waterborne refinish system. At each
step, we will be there, with superior products, training and service to increase
your productivity and profitability as we move forward together.

• Compliance Without Complication
• AWX™, the premier waterborne basecoat system,
  uses a proprietary waterborne resin system designed
  to behave and perform like the solvent borne
  systems of today. The key difference is now the
  AWX system exceeds the strict VOC-emissions
  limits recently adopted in California. With minimal
  capital investment, the AWX premium refinish
  system will out perform any other waterborne
  coatings system on the market today.
  With AWX you can meet or exceed the VOC limits
  in your area without the headaches that normally
  accompany a coatings line switch.

• Advanced Technology That Delivers Profits and Productivity
  – Fastest drying waterborne basecoat in the world
  – Excellent coverage with minimal coats
  – Simple, compact toner line that is easy to mix
  – Superior color match and blending properties
  – Quick flash times between coats
  – Short bake clearcoats with 7 to 10 minute
  cure cycles

• Advanced Technology Without Uncertainty
  – Solvent borne-like application properties ensure a seamless transition
  and quick conversion
  – Flash times up to 50% faster than the closest competitor
  – Lowest capital investment requirement of any waterborne system
  – Sandable basecoat repairs quickly to remove dirt or imperfections
  – Blending process produces consistent, mottle-free finishes
  

• Advanced Technology With a Conscience
  – Up to a 96% decrease in VOC emissions compared to solvent borne
  basecoats
  – Reduces hazardous waste generation
  – Eliminates flammability hazard associated with solvent borne coatings
  – Uses less material to cover more area