Dan Corum
The Pittsburgh Paints Company
Presenter bio
Dan has 36 years of expertise in the coatings industry, including 24 years with PPG/Pittsburgh Paints. Throughout his tenure, he has held diverse technical and leadership roles across multiple segments, including Protective & Marine Coatings, Automotive Coatings, Architectural Coatings and Corporate Training.
As the Director of Corporate Accounts, Dan plays a pivotal role in driving industry standards and product performance. He is an AMPP Senior Certified Coatings Inspector (#7922), an AMPP Coatings Inspector Program Instructor, an AMPP Concrete Coatings Inspector (#22102), and an MPI Architectural Coatings Technologist (#171). His extensive knowledge and certifications position him as a leader in coatings technology, specification development, and industry education.
High Performance Coatings & Exterior Restoration
Introduction
Why exterior building protection matters
Causes of coating degradation
Understanding PVDF Coatings
Chemistry and performance characteristics
Comparison to other architectural coating technologies
Building Restoration
Surface preparation
Application methods
Best practices
Sustainability
Extending service life
Reducing waste and landfill impact
Environmental considerations
Case Studies
Successful restoration projects
Lessons learned
Summary and Q&A
Key takeaways
Questions and discussion