Sherwin-Williams

The Sherwin-Williams Company

Founded in 1866 by Mr. Henry Sherwin and Mr. Edward Williams,The Sherwin-Williams Company is a global leader in the manufacturing,development,distribution and sale of coatings and related products to professional,industrial,commercial,and retail customers.The Sherwins Company distrbutes a wide range of products in more than 30 countries auound the world.More than 30,000 employees provide their professional services to customers worldwide through 3,400 company-owned coatings stores and facilities.

Sherwin-Williams is committed to innovative and environmental coating solutions;We not only offer our clients best-in-class coatings products,but also excellent custom-tailored services.Sherwin-Williams is now a household brand for its comprehensive and outstanding products applied in various markets such as architectural materials,home facilities,industrial protection,electronic equipment,wood furniture,automobiles and shipping.Through these advanced technologies,rich and beautiful colors,Sherwin-Williams is devoted to increasing peoples’standard of living and helping them to achieve a future they dream for!

Sherwin-Williams Milestones

Sherwin-Williams has annual sales of $8 billion,30,000 employees and 3,400 company-operated stores worldwide,and is one of the top 3 companies in the global coating industry.

1866,Henry A. Sherwin porued his life savings into building the Sherwin-Williams Company

1880,The first successful ready-mixed paint was sold with the Sherwin-Williams Paint brand

1922,Sherwin-Williams entered the automotive coatings market

1929, Sherwin-Williams began to expand into overseas

1940, Sherwin-Williams introduced the first latex paint,Kem-ToneR

1970, Sherwin-Williams introduced the first comprehensive interior/exterior color palette

1977, Sherwin-Williams generated annual sales of over $1 billion

1993,Sherwin-Williams became the first American coatings company to pass the audit of ISO 9002 certification

2005,Sherwin-Williams openedits 3000^th company-operated store

Shewin-Williams Philosophy

Integrity: We were established as a principled,ethical enterpise.Today,integrity is reflected in everything we do.

People: Sherwin-Williams is committed to providing its employees a safe and healthy working environment with opportunities to grow and to be recognized for their achievements.We also value the diversity of all individuals and cultures.

Service: Sherwin-Williams employees’solid product knowledge and professional technical service make us easy to do business with.

Quality is the most important factor in Sherwin-Williams.Sherwin-Williams constantly pursues excellence and strives to set the highest industry standards.

Performance Sherwin-Williams has a results-oriedted culture,setting high expectations and rewarding the achievement of challenging goals.

Innovation is the key for sustainable growth. Sherwin-Williams encourages inspirations and innovation through developing new technology for a better life.

Growth is a hallmark of Sherwin-Williams. Growing with shareholders,customers,partners and employees,shoulder to shoulder,ensures our society’s sustainable development.

Sherwin-Williams Honors

The pursuit of excellence is a commitment,not an achievement. Sherwin-Williams is devoted to growing with employees and respects its employees’dignity and contribution.The corporate culture of pursuit of excellence and social responsibility win Sherwin-Williams global recognition:

Fortune: America’s 500 Largest Corporations

Business Week: Top 50 Best Performers in 2007

Barron: America’s Best 500 Companies in 2007

Forbes: America’s Most Trustworthy 100 Companies in 2007

Fortune: 100 Best Companies to Work For in 2005,2006 & 2008

Business Week: Best Places to Launch a Career in 2007

Selling Power: Sales Training Program of the Year in 2007

The Princeton Review: 2004-2008 Best Entry Level Jobs

Diverse:Top 30 Most Effective Companies in Recruiting Diverse Talent in 2007

CollegeRecruiter.com: Biggest Employers of Recent Graduates

College Grad.com: The Best Companies for Graduate to work for

Sherwin-Williams Architectural Paint in China

In 2000, Sherwin-Williams set up a representative office in Shanghai,China. Afte 10 years of hard work, we have successfully expanded our business to more than 30 provinces, covering the mainland of China as well as Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan. We have completed of a number of large, successful projects and have set up a strong sales network in China.

After our long-term investment and expansion in China, Sherwin-Williams founded R&D and production locations for architectural coatings in Shanghai and Guangdong. The green,eco-friendly solutions we provide,such as the popular waterborne coatings and UV coatings,have delivered a significant impact on the Chinese market.

Since our establishment in 1866, Sherwin-Williams has developed and promoted innovation and environmentally friendly coatings, yet at the same time being fully committed to social paint associations, such as The Society for Protective Coating (SSPC-C), Waterborne PU Committee of China, PU Industry Association, China National Coatings Industry Association and China Building Decoration Association, Sherwin-Williams has been proactively promoting the development of the paint industry.

Sherwin-Williams Focus Markets

Being one of the world’s largest professional coatings producers, Sherwin-Williams has been able to meet customer’s architectural and decorative needs with quality products and professional services , as such Sherwin-Williams stands out in the paint industry . Our architectural coatings are widely used in a variety of projects such as for residential use , as well as for office buildings , hotels, schools, factories, medical engineering and public construction. Sherwin-Williams provides the best decoration and protection for all applications.

Sherwin-Williams Architectural Paint Product Systems

Innovation and quality are important values upheld by Sherwin-Williams. We continuously develop advanced, environmentally frieddly architectural paint; constantly improving the performance and quality of the products we sell as well as enhancing the durability, adhesion and overall performance. Sherwin-Williams not only pursues excellence in product performance, but also values the concept of environmental protection, environmentally friendly and low-VOC products.

Sherwin-Williams manufactures all types of architectural paint products including interior paint,exterior paint, wood paint, etc. These products meet the different demands of customers in architectural protection and decoration.

Sherwin-Williams Colors

As the world’s leader in coatings, Sherwin-Williams pays special attention to the customers’ needs and leads the way in trends and designs. The annual Color Trends Report released by our company summarzes the latest trends of design and home decoration,enabling customers to pick colors that fully achieve their desired look ank style.

Sherwin-Williams has developed thousands of colors to meet consumers’ needs. With a unique color system involving that consist more than 1200 colors, customers are able to choose their desired colors easily. In addition, we provide conveniednt Color Selection Tools that include 250 of our most popular colors.

Sherwin-Williams Green Initiatives

Sustainability is the core focus of Sherwin-Williams’ research and development. Sherwin-Williams has developed advanced Green waterborne coatings that meet the criteria of beauty and durability. The new, environmentally friendly green coatings developed by our company have passed many international protection standards including LEED, GreenGuard, GreenSeal and Good Housekeeping Promises, and the company was named the “Environmental Coatings Supplier” by the United States Government.

As a coatings Leader concerned with social responsibility, Sherwin-Williams has committed to being a resource-saving company, to reduce pollution and to protect the environment. In 2008, we initiated an internal standard for environmental protection-“GreenSure”, through which we can respond to increasing environmental concerns about products in the paint industry.

Sherwin-Williams Project References

The White House

New Denver International Airport

The Venetian Macao-Resort-Hotel

The Peninsula Hongkong

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina

Nanning International Conference and Exhibition Center

Shenzhen Wal-Mart Asia HQ

Chongqing International Convention & Exhibition Center

Hanesbrands(Nanjing)Textile Co.,Ltd.(LEED Certified)

Jiangdong Software Service Plaza

Dalian American International School

Hannan Willine Pharmaceutical Co.,Ltd.

Barbie Shanghai Flag Shop

Sanya Kempinski Resort & Spa

Jiangsu Yishiyuan Hotel

Shanghai Hesheng Dongjiao Villas

Shanghai Jiuting Yiyun Club

Shang Sheshan Dongziyuan Villas

Tongli Lake View Villas

Dongguan Dalingshan Villas

Beijing Boya Garden

Beijing Guanhu Apartment

Beijing Yayun Xinxin Garden

Dalian Shenghui Diyi Cheng

Yantai Xinghe Cheng

Harbin Shangzhi Street

Sanya Lanhai Garden

Haikou Shimao Yayuan

Nanning Bandao

Nanning Changtai Qinghua Garden

Yuyao Swan Garden