Designed by Hermann Tilke, the Shanghai International Circuit was constructed on the outskirts of the city and hosted its first Formula 1 race in September 2004. At 3.388 miles in length with sixteen turns, the Circuit boasts a signature Tilke track feature: a long back straightaway followed by a hairpin turn. The monumental two-tiered grandstand, with its deep overhang and futuristic ovoid connecting bridge, are clad with Valspar’s durable but elegant Fluropon coating. Using a spray-application method, the extrusion coating applied to the aluminum building components is formulated to meet the industry’s highest standards and continually exceeds performance needs while maintaining a consistent color.