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GI, GL, PPGI, and PPGL represent a spectrum of metallic coated steel sheets used primarily in construction and cladding. GI (Galvanized Iron/Steel) refers to hot-dip galvanized steel, where a pure zinc coating (e.g., Z90-Z275 per EN 10346) is applied for basic corrosion protection. GL (Galvanized with Aluminum addition), more accurately termed GL/AZ (Aluminum-Zinc alloy coated), has a coating composition of approximately 55% Al, 43.5% Zn, and 1.5% Si (e.g., AZ100-AZ150). This alloy coating offers superior cut-edge protection and better resistance to atmospheric corrosion, especially in coastal or industrial environments, compared to GI. PPGI (Pre-Painted Galvanized Iron/Steel) and PPGL (Pre-Painted Aluminium-Zinc alloy coated Steel) are the pre-painted versions of GI and GL/AZ, respectively. They undergo a coil coating process: chemical pretreatment, primer application, and one or more topcoat layers (e.g., polyester, silicon-modified polyest…