Industrial paint prices

What is the price of industrial paint?

For suppliers and purchasing agents, nothing is more frustrating than not knowing the prices and costs. With this in mind, we will examine some of the factors affecting the price of industrial paint and the effects that these factors have on the price of industrial paint.

Raw materials

In the paint industry, depending on the coating technology, raw materials can account for 70% of costs. For more specialized and more efficient coatings, the cost of raw materials is a lower percentage of costs. Includes. Many manufacturers buy large quantities of paints, solvents, resins (soluble in water and solvents) and other raw materials, which in some cases save up to 50% in raw material costs for customers. Another option for saving on raw materials is to consult with your paint supplier as to whether a cheaper raw material or equivalent is available as an alternative.

Color formulation

Depending on your request, the formulation of some colors by a paint specialist may be necessary. For example, if you ask a paint manufacturer to produce a new product, the company will spend considerable time formulating a formula. Paint manufacturers deal with costs in a variety of ways. Obviously, the longer it takes to arrive at an approved formula, the higher the cost of developing or formulating it. Work with an experienced paint chemist to minimize formulation costs. Also, before submitting your project to a formulator, specify the most important specifications and performance criteria of the color you want, separate “need to have” from “good”. Ask yourself: What does my client’s end-use plan really need? Identifying the most important issues before starting a development project can help simplify these costs.

Manpower and paint production

The longer it takes to produce a batch of paint, the higher the labor cost. Manpower costs also apply to the price of your industrial paint. In general, the timing of paint making depends more on three factors: equipment, formula and method requirements, and manpower to perform the work. Buyers should make sure that their paint manufacturer has the optimal equipment and internal knowledge to produce their own coatings. Going to a potential supplier and drawing a clear picture of how your paint is produced is a good way to avoid unnecessary production costs. The nature of some formulations, especially high viscosity formulations and color coatings, require longer manufacturing times. Some raw materials require more equipment, time, energy and special care than others. Color matching can also increase time and complexity. If your coating needs a color matching, make sure your color maker has experience in color development and matching.