PPG Wuhan factory resumes production
Two months after the closure of the city due to the outbreak of new crown virus, the adhesive and sealing rubber factory of PPG in Wuhan resumed production on March 23.
With the resumption of production of PPG's adhesive and sealing rubber factory in Wuhan on March 23, PPG has been put into operation in all factories in China.
"Our return to work marks a gradual reduction in the impact of the new coronavirus epidemic on PPG operations in China," said James Cheng, director of the Wuhan plant
Production workshop
Due to the outbreak of new coronavirus, PPG Wuhan plant was closed on January 22, which coincided with the annual shutdown of the plant for the Spring Festival. Wuhan city has implemented strict isolation measures since January 23, and has repeatedly delayed the termination date.
After the resumption of 15 other PPG factories in China, Wuhan factory finally resumed production.
Laboratory
Wuhan is the first place where the new crown epidemic broke out and the most seriously affected area in China. Since late December 2019, after three months of hard work and selfless dedication, the epidemic has been under control.
Office disinfection
Under the guidance of PPG Asia Pacific leadership team, Wuhan factory strictly implements all requirements of the government and the company. In accordance with the concept of "one PPG", the global members of PPG team made contributions and provided material and spiritual support during the closure of the city.
Disinfection in factory area
James Cheng said: "these prevention and control measures are effective. We can not only resume operations, but also say that no Wuhan employees or their families have been infected with the virus so far."
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