Commemorating the installation of a new Gema Magic brand powder coating system from left are Scott Eyink, Larry Beals, Jamie Visker, Larry Case and Bryan Zeigler. Photo provided by Winona Powder Coating Inc.

News Release

ETNA GREEN — Winona Powder Coating Inc. recently invested in a new powder coating system and a reverse osmosis water treatment system.

“I am proud to announce the installation of our new Gema Magic brand powder coating system,” reports Jamie Visker, Winona CEO. “This new Gema system brings us superior powder application technology. It brings us quicker color changes and clean-up, reduces the amount of powder we use, prevents powder waste and really increases our ability to recycle. That, and it provides a cleaner and healthier environment for our employees.” He further states, “It’s more efficient and cuts our powder consumption by around $20,000 a month. At the same time, we added a new reverse osmosis water treatment system for much-improved water quality.”

Winona Powder Coating is a leading provider of powder coating and E-coat services for a wide range of industries. Winona Powder Coating is ISO 9001 and UL certified and complies to automotive, agriculture and military specifications.

Winona is comprised of two facilities. Its headquarters is in Etna Green with 167,000 square feet, and a second facility is in Elkhart with 50,000 square feet. The new Gema System is now installed in the Etna Green plant.

According to Visker, “Working with Conexus Indiana, Indiana Economic Development Corp. and the Next Level Manufacturing Institute, we were able to secure a $54,399 grant for this project.”

Conexus Indiana collaborates with business and other partners to maximize Indiana’s economic potential while helping Hoosiers find rewarding careers in rapidly evolving industries. Indiana Economic Development Corporation is charged with growing the state economy and driving economic development. Next Level Manufacturing Institute operates a fund to help Hoosier manufacturers adopt smart technologies such as Winona Powder Coating’s new Gema Magic powder coating system.

Pictured is the new Gema Magic brand powder coating system installed at Winona Powder Coating Inc. Photo provided by Winona Powder Coating Inc.