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Indurlux 9400: An Epoxy PolySiloxane Coating

February 12, 2019Coatings, Induroncoatings, indurlux 9400, induron, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Protective Coatings, Paul Powers, tom wunderlininduron

By: Paul Powers & Tom Wunderlin, Induron Sales Representatives

Polyxiloxane coatings were first patented in the 1980s and became commercially available in the 1990s. Since then, their use has been expanded into storage tanks, offshore and bridges with overall favorable results. After evaluating the advancements and improvements in this technology, Induron announced the launch of Indurlux 9400, a high-solids, two-component epoxy siloxane with the corrosion-protective properties of an epoxy and the color and gloss retention of a polyurethane. Continue reading Indurlux 9400: An Epoxy PolySiloxane Coating →

The Induron Approach

February 5, 2019Induron, Induron Family, Induron Valuescoatings, davies hood, Induron Birmingham, Induron Employees, Induron Protective Coatings, tom wunderlininduron

By: Tom Wunderlin, Induron Sales Representative

A salesperson is the primary differentiator in purchases today. As products and services become increasingly commoditized, purchasers realize that they can receive a similar offering from another company. But, what they can’t get from just any supplier is the same experience and positive outcome Induron’s sales representatives strive to create. Continue reading The Induron Approach →

2018 in Review

January 8, 2019Coatings, Induron, Induron Family, Induron Values, Uncategorized2018, Birmingham, coatings, davies hood, induron, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Protective Coatingsinduron

By: Davies Hood, Induron President

As Induron Coatings entered our seventh decade of providing “Reliable Protection Through Innovative Coatings,” we knew that change and adaptation was necessary to continue with our mission. Don’t get me wrong, 2017 was a record year in terms of sales, team building and company culture at Induron. But, the real takeaway from our 70^th Anniversary Celebration, was that in order to succeed in business, companies had to constantly adapt and continue to work to improve culture. At Induron, we have a proven track record of both. Here are a few examples: Continue reading 2018 in Review →

The Original Induron Blog

January 2, 2019Induron, Induron Family, UncategorizedBirmingham, davies hood, induron, Induron Birmingham, induron blog, Induron Family, Induron Protective Coatingsinduron

By: Davies Hood, Induron President

With the Induron blog, we strive to provide readers with unique insight into our company—a “Look Beneath the Surface,” if you will. Our blog content ranges from project profiles, industry insights and product highlights to softer pieces, such as employee spotlights, motivational advice and personal stories. Recently, I came across a “‘when I grow up’ paper I wrote as a 6-year-old that could be considered as “The Original Induron Blog.” It read: Continue reading The Original Induron Blog →

The Story of The REAL Santa Claus

December 11, 2018Holidays and Events, Induron, Induron FamilyBirmingham, coatings, David Hood, davies hood, induron, Induron Birmingham, Induron Familyinduron

By: David Hood, Induron CEO

As the Christmas season begins, I enjoy reminiscing on the special memories and traditions that the holidays hold. One of my favorite Christmas memories is my dad dressing up as Santa Claus and bringing joy to the Birmingham community. Continue reading The Story of The REAL Santa Claus →

Coated in Customer Service

November 20, 2018Induron, Induron Valuescoatings, Customer Service, davies hood, goals, induron, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Family, Induron Protective Coatings, ULinduron

By: John Bray, UL guest blogger

Finding success in any competitive market involves quality products that help you stand out from the competition, successful marketing campaigns to draw attention, and a deep understanding of the industry. Of course, all of this can mean very little without customer service to back it up. That’s why Induron focuses heavily on service and, since its founding, has prioritized customer relationships. Continue reading Coated in Customer Service →

Tips for Cold-Weather Coatings

October 23, 2018Coatings, Induron, Wastewater Industrycoatings, cold weather coatings, davies hood, induron, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, tom wunderlin, wastewater industryinduron

By: Tom Wunderlin, Induron Sales Representative

With the cold weather months approaching, contractors, owners, engineers and others often believe that paint and coatings projects must wait until the weather warms up. False! Continue reading Tips for Cold-Weather Coatings →

Why is Induron’s Culture Special?

October 9, 2018Induron, Induron Family, Induron In the News, Induron ValuesBirmingham, coatings, David Hood, davies hood, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Family, Induron Protective Coatingsinduron

By: David Hood, Induron CEO

In June of 1969, I joined Induron after 4 years of engineering studies at Vanderbilt, 4 years of experience in aircraft structural analysis and earning a master’s degree in Business Administration from Georgia State. Continue reading Why is Induron’s Culture Special? →

Can You Be Safe and Efficient?

September 25, 2018Induron, Induron Family, Induron Values, Safetycoatings, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Employees, Induron Protective Coatings, worker safetyinduron

By Mike Nelms, Induron Production Manager

Can you be safe AND efficient? Absolutely – if you practice safety and efficiency in the correct fashion. Continue reading Can You Be Safe and Efficient? →

Culture is Our Most Important Raw Material

September 18, 2018Induron, Induron Family, Induron ValuesBirmingham, coatings, davies hood, Induron Birmingham, Induron coatings, Induron Employees, Induron Family, Induron Protective Coatingsinduron

By: Andy Odorzynski, Induron Sales Representative

Asset owners and contractors face a vital business decision when they choose which protective coatings to use on their projects. The technical attributes of a protective coating system are only the baseline qualification for a given product to be taken into consideration. Does the product protect the asset? Is it user-friendly? Can it handle the exposure environment? Is it attractive? These are the prerequisites for consideration, but not the metrics by which a selection is actually made. Continue reading Culture is Our Most Important Raw Material →