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Let’s be real—running a protective coatings business isn’t just about spraying polyurea or polyurethane and calling it a day.

It’s a constant juggle of project management, client communication, marketing, and keeping operations flowing smoothly. But here’s the good news: AI tools are revolutionizing how protective coating businesses work, making it easier to get better results with less effort.


A recent study showed that while AI tools are widely available, many industries (including ours) are barely scratching the surface of their potential. Marketers have seen massive ROI using AI for automation tasks like lead scoring, ad targeting, and content creation—but the usage rates are still low. And the same opportunity exists for a number of other areas in our coating businesses - businesses like yours.

How Can Polyurea and Polyurethane Applicators Benefit from AI Technology? Let’s Break It Down:

  • Marketing Automation
    From lead generation to ad targeting and content creation, AI can streamline marketing tasks by automating repetitive processes, scoring leads, and optimizing campaigns for better ROI.
  • Project Management Optimization
    AI-driven tools can help schedule tasks, assign resources, and manage timelines for coating projects, ensuring smoother operations and fewer missed deadlines.
  • Quality Control and Inspection
    Using AI-powered image recognition and data analysis, coating applicators can automate quality inspections, identifying coating thickness issues, surface preparation flaws, and potential failure points in real time.

How Route Cause Uses AI to Serve the Protective Coatings Industry

At Route Cause, we practice what we preach. We’ve integrated AI into our systems to streamline operations and help our clients get better results without working harder. Here’s how we use AI to support your success:

  • Automated Call Handling: Our system answers and qualifies incoming calls for you, so you never miss a lead.
  • Instant Chat Responses: Whether a prospect contacts you through your website or social channels, they get immediate answers while you stay focused on the job.
  • Landing Page Development: We create high-converting landing pages in record time, optimized for your audience.
  • Copywriting Tools: From marketing emails to educational content, we use AI-powered writing tools to create content that engages and converts.

Why This Matters for Your Coating Business

Here’s the deal: Using AI isn’t about replacing human touch—it’s about freeing up your time to focus on what matters most. Less time spent on admin work means more time on high-value activities like client relationships and quality assurance on the job site.

But here’s the thing—just having these tools isn’t enough. You need a system and strategy to make them work for your unique business model. That’s where we come in.

Ready to See How AI Can Transform Your Business?

If you’re a protective coating applicator looking to streamline your operations, attract better clients, and scale your business without adding more stress, let’s talk. I’ve developed a 4-step marketing system that leverages AI to help you win high-quality projects without relying on costly ads.

👉 Book a free 30-minute strategy call with me today, and let’s explore how we can help you grow your business smarter, not harder.

Schedule Your Call Now

About the Author

Richard Bueckert, co-founder of Route Cause Academy, brings over 20 years of experience in the coating industry. Starting as a LINE-X franchise operator and later running his own independent coating business, Richard grew his company 10X in just 39 months, thanks to his mastery in sales and marketing. With an SSPC-PCS designation and a background managing his family’s $5M+ powersports business, he has consulted for clients ranging from retail truck owners to federal agencies. Richard’s innovative approach empowers coating businesses to succeed in today’s competitive market.

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