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Datapaq Tracks Oven Health
One of our most important priorities is to ensure a proper cure of our coatings. With a proper cure, our paints will withstand exposure to the elements, chemicals and more, as they are designed to do.

Conversely, without a proper cure our coatings can’t be expected to properly perform to specifications. If a coating isn’t properly cured, there is an increased chance for failure, which is problematic for Century, our customers and the end users. READ MORE

Century's Protective Coatings Inspectors
At Century, building positive relationships through customer service is one of our fundamental principles.  As an example of that service, your account managers routinely perform inspections of your paint, equipment and finished product to ensure that you are applying a quality paint that performs to your unique specifications.

As the coatings industry evolves, we must evolve alongside, learning the latest standards, techniques, technologies and trends.  In any profession, continual improvement and education will help you stay at the forefront of your specialty, which is why we invest in the continuing education of our Account Managers. READ MORE

Inventory Rotation

Many of you will soon begin “spring-cleaning” operations at you facilities, and now is a good time to remind you of the importance of proper paint inventory maintenance, more specifically – paint inventory rotation.

A fundamental principle of inventory management is proper inventory rotation.  Rotating stock and using older inventory first helps ensure that the material will be used within its specified shelf-life, and greatly reduces the chances of having the material expire before it can be used. READ MORE

Plastic Tote Recycling
Well over half our paint volume is shipped in plastic totes, virtually all of which are brand new ones.  While using new totes is an expensive proposition, we believe it is important to use new totes in most all cases to avoid any possibility of paint contamination.

Included in the price of your paint (if you buy in totes) is a tote recycling service.  You call a 1-800 number and the recycler picks up your used totes from your facility.  They clean and re-use the metal cage, valve, and lid. READ MORE