A company that offers high-performance protective coatings and operates a location in Grand Junction once again has earned recognition as one of the top franchisees in the country.

Line-X Protective Coatings ranks 195th overall in the latest Top 500 Franchises listing in Entrepreneur Magazine. The company ranks first among miscellaneous auto products and services franchises. Line-X has made the magazine listing for 11 consecutive years.

In Grand Junction, Frank Haynie owns the Line-X franchise at 549 Bogart Lane.

“As a franchisee network, our achievements are recognized and shared among all of our team members,” said Kevin Heronimus, chief executive officer of Line-X. “We are proud to honor Line-X of Grand Junction with these awards as they share our dedication in offering only the best to our customers with award-winning products. It is with the support and commitment of our franchisees that Line-X Protective Coatings has become an award-winning brand.”

While best known for its spray on truck bedliners, Line-X also offers protective coatings for a range of commercial and industrial applications.

For more information, call 243-0777 or visit the Web site located at www.line-x.com.