Date: December 12, 2019
Location: Greensboro, North Carolina (USA)
Address: 109 PPG Road, 27409
Type: Potential Dust Explosion
Fuel: Powdered Paint
Industry: Powder Coating Production
Equipment: Unknown
Company: PPG Paints, Coatings and Materials
Database Incidents: None Recorded
Loss: No Injuries
Capital Cost: Unknown
Status: Open
Confirmation: Unconfirmed
Company Description:
According to the company’s website, PPG Paints, Coatings and Materials produces paints, coatings, optical products, and specialty materials for markets like construction, aerospace, industrial, and transportation. It was founded in 1883, has multiple locations, and employs over 47,000 people worldwide.
The Greensboro plant, which commenced operations in 1996, produces powder coating applications for automotive parts, appliances, and metal furniture.
Incident Description:
On December 12, 2019, WFMY News reported a possible explosion at a paint plant in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Greensboro police and firefighters reached the scene shortly after receiving a report of a loud boom. They saw smoke coming from the building and, after an investigation, found a mechanical problem that did not appear to cause significant property damage.
No injuries were reported.
OSHA Inspections:
An establishment search turned up one OSHA inspection for this location, but it was not flagged for combustible dust.
Sources:
WFMY News
