Founded in Düsseldorf in 1864, CWS Powder Coatings GmbH now develops and produces tailor-made powder coating systems at its Düren site for industrial customers. The company employs around 300 people and produces approximately 25,000 tons annually, combining an in-house R&D operation with application advice tailored to customers’ equipment and coating requirements. CWS has been part of the KANSAI HELIOS and Kansai Paint groups since 2023.
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Progressive Powder Coating, IncFounded in 1997, Progressive Powder Coating grew from serving a local manufacturer into a Mentor-area industrial powder coater built for oversized, high-volume work. Its 300,000-square-foot facility and three production lines handle parts up to 30 feet long, with custom quality control and an average turnaround of five days or less. The company also supports manufacturers with related assembly, packing, inventory management, and drop-shipping services.MENTOR, OH
Royal Powder CorporationFounded in Cleveland in 2001 by powder-coating specialist Kirit Patel, Royal Powder Corporation manufactures powder coatings, with more than 80% of its products custom formulated to customer specifications. The privately held company combines the capacity of a larger manufacturer with the quick turnaround and willingness to handle small jobs associated with a smaller operation. Its processing methods are designed to produce Class A finishes in fewer steps, serving general industrial and automotive customers.CLEVELAND, OH
RDC CoatingsFounded in 1989 as a consulting service, RDC Coatings began producing industrial finishes two years later and has spent more than three decades developing custom formulations for manufacturers. The McKees Rocks company works from a 35,000-square-foot facility with in-house laboratories, combining specialized technical support with production-line process assessments. Since 2020, RDC has operated as a subsidiary of UW Solutions while continuing its focused role as a custom coatings manufacturer.MCKEES ROCKS, PA
Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KGA family-run Schwarzwald company founded by Emil Frei in 1926, Emil Frei GmbH & Co. KG remains in the hands of the Frei family and is now led by its third generation. Based in Döggingen, the business has grown from a regional paint wholesaler into an industrial manufacturer with more than 650 employees and customers worldwide. Its signature system-coating approach brings complementary coating technologies together under one roof for tailored industrial applications.NEW YORK, NY