20 February 2026
Sustainability and safety are key considerations in how ETEL designs and delivers its transformer paint systems.
Our standard paint system is isocyanate-free and formulated with extremely low volatile organic compounds (VOCs), helping reduce solvent emissions and hazardous waste during application. Fewer coats mean less material use, reduced waste, and lower energy and labour requirements — delivering environmental and operational benefits without compromising performance.
Working closely with customers, ETEL has refined a paint specification that delivers consistency, durability and confidence across projects. This collaborative approach has supported the standardisation of a non-underseal paint system across New Zealand, improving consistency while also supporting more predictable lead times.
By removing the need for a traditional underseal, the coating process is simplified and production flow improved. This reduces complexity while maintaining long-term asset protection. The system has been selected specifically to perform in New Zealand’s demanding conditions, including coastal environments, high UV exposure, temperature variation and industrial settings.
This standardised approach reduces variability, improves coating integrity and supports reliable outcomes for customers across the country. It’s a practical example of how ETEL continues to invest in safer, more sustainable manufacturing practices while strengthening quality, reliability and supply certainty for the electricity networks and infrastructure our customers rely on every day.
To learn more about ETEL’s standard paint system and specifications, please contact our team.
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