Jeddah, 19 January 2014

Jotun Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom's number one coatings manufacturer, conducted a seminar to outline the benefits of the Jotaguard RB range of performance coatings to an invited group of structural consultants, architects, contractors and rebar coaters.

Following the event, Mr. Rene Mayer (Jotun Concept Manager - Building Components) said: "Corrosion of steel reinforcing bars represents a great challenge in coastal environments such as Jeddah and other cities along the western and eastern shorelines of Saudi Arabia, as well as in cold, wet climates such as the winter months in Riyadh and northern regions.  

"The Jotaguard RB range has been developed specifically to protect against corrosion in harsh climates and with track record of 40 years is a proven, cost effective solution that has resolved the problem in numerous projects across Saudi Arabia and the region."

The Jotaguard RB Range of Fusion Bonded Epoxy (FBE) coatings has been used in many impressive structures worldwide including King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture in Dhahran, the Federal Electricity and Water  Authority Building in the UAE, and Doha International Airport in Qatar.

Adding his comments, Mr. Vinay Sharma (Marketing Manager - Jotun Powder Coatings Saudia), said: "At Jotun Powder Coatings we are committed to develop, produce and deliver solutions that create value through consistency in application, enhanced appearance and superior durability. FBE coatings for steel reinforcing bars provide solutions for a wide range of needs within the construction industry, including architectural powder coatings for aluminum and a range of systems for application on steel."

FBE coatings prolong the time taken to initiate corrosion and help minimise building repairs. Coating reinforcing steel with Jotaguard RB increases the lifecycle of the reinforced concrete structure.

With more than two decades of experience in the Kingdom, Jotun has become synonymous with innovation and ground breaking concepts in paint and powder coating manufacturing with the launch of many new products in the Saudi market and has been at the forefront in terms of developing products specifically suited to local conditions.

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About Jotun Saudia
Jotun Saudia Company Limited, an offshoot of the Norwegian giant Jotun Paints, is the top manufacturing and bestselling paint company in the Middle East. The company, which was started more than 28 years ago, is now the leader in decorative paints in the Kingdom with a market share surpassing all the other international brands. Jotun Paints is also a well-established paint brand among end users for its variety of quality paint products suitable for all decorative and protective needs.

Jotun has become synonymous with innovation and ground breaking concepts in paint manufacturing with the launch of many new products in the Saudi market and has been at the forefront in terms of developing products specifically suited to local conditions.

More than two decades of experience in the Kingdom has helped the company produce a variety of conventional and specialized coatings - each incorporating the latest technological developments while offering performance with economy - catering to the various product segments and demands of the different markets.

Today, Jotun's diverse product range includes Decorative, Protective, Marine, Floor/Concrete Protection, Powder Coatings and Intumescent Coatings, bearing a solid testament to the company's reputation of being truly a single source solution for clients, consultants and contractors alike.

For more information, please contact:
Saeed Al Amoudi
Senior Media Relations Executive
TRACCS, Jeddah KSA
Tel:  +966-2-662-5757
Fax: +966-2-639-9540
Email: saeed.alamoudi@traccs.com

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