Pioneering Work in Low Bake Curing for Certified Facade Applications

Almost 15 years ago, we achieved a significant milestone: with our first low bake powder coating system for facade applications, certified according to Qualicoat class 1, we redefined standards. Our POLYFLEX® PES-165-NT system (Approval number P-0937) continues to impress with an extraordinary curing window starting from 10 minutes at 160°C and its phenomenally fast curing capability at higher temperatures. This innovation underscores our early focus on developing in new technological areas to maximize both the quality and efficiency of our products.

Continuous Development for the Highest Demands

In recent years, we have continued to invest in the development of low bake polyester powder coatings, specifically for facade applications. The range has been significantly expanded with various gloss levels and surfaces, all with low bake properties. Specially developed versions for outgassing substrates are particularly noteworthy. Thus, we offer not only tailor-made solutions for the complex requirements of modern architectural projects but also properties for high application security in other areas.

Setting New Standards in Qualicoat Class 2

This year, we proudly present POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT, a comprehensive low bake series of highly weather-resistant powder coatings for architectural and other applications, all certified according to Qualicoat class 2. Compared to conventional facade quality, Qualicoat class 2 is characterized by significantly enhanced UV and weather resistance, resulting in longer durability —perfectly aligning with a sustainable focus. The product line includes a variety of surfaces, including smooth surfaces in different gloss categories and finely textured finishes. The curing windows start from 10 minutes at 160°C object temperature, which is unique in the market. At higher temperatures, the powder coatings further exhibit very short curing times.

These innovative polyester powder coatings offer not only excellent UV and weather resistance but also outstanding processing properties, good storage stability, and superior surface characteristics. We are particularly proud of our unique, smooth, matte system POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT-GU smooth Corona Matt with a gloss level around 10 gloss units (60°), which is also certified according to class 2. This innovative, unique system offers not only outstanding aesthetics but can also be cured from 160°C.

Pearl-metallic variants with excellent durability are also available for all mentioned surfaces, providing additional aesthetic options and further enhancing the visual impact of your projects.

Future-Oriented Powder Coating Solutions

KABE Farben stands for technological progress and highest quality in powder coatings. Our continuous innovative strength and commitment to excellent products make us the ideal partner for demanding architectural and various other applications. Trust in our expertise and be inspired by our highly weather-resistant low bake powder coatings — for results that impress. Incidentally, we have also been offering an extensive low bake portfolio for interior applications for many years. Contact us for your individual solution.

In our product range, you will find the following Qualicoat-certified low bake powder coatings:

Class 1 – Standard Facade Quality

• POLYFLEX® PES-165-NT smooth Corona silk gloss – Approval number P-0937
• POLYFLEX® PES-165-NT smooth Corona silk matt – Approval number P-1979

Class 2 – Highly Weather-Resistant Facade Quality

• POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT smooth Corona silk gloss – Approval number P-2079
• POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT smooth Corona Satin matt – Approval number P-2078
• POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT-GU smooth Corona matt – Approval number P-2053
• POLYFLEX® PES-140-SD-NT fine structure Corona silk matt/matt – Approval number P-2056