Hempel to open first facility in Russia

The new plant will feature the latest environmentally-friendly coating production equipment technology, including a semi-automatic powder handling system, an automatic liquid dosing system and a solvent recovery unit.

Designed to house raw materials and the finished product under one roof, the factory will initially produce 16.3m litres annually, with the ability to increase capacity to 26m litres if required.

In order to meet local and the company’s own environmental standards, all floors will be sealed to prevent contamination in the event of a spill, or to collect water in the event of a fire. Up to 90% of the solvents used in the production process will be recovered and recycled for future use.