News and Information from our Industry
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3M offers Daylight Redirecting Window Film
New to the world 3M Daylight Redirecting Film, utilizes
micro-replication to redirect light that would have originally hit the
floor a few feet from the window, up onto the ceiling, helping to light
the room as deep as 40 feet from the window. The technology
"micro-replication" refers to microscopic structures that are able to
redirect as much as 80% of light up onto the ceiling, providing more
natural light, which has been linked to increased productivity and
purchasing behavior, and helping to reduce your dependence on electric
lighting.
Announcing 3M™ Daylight Redirecting Film as the winner of Architectural Record "Record Products 2014" Facades Winner.
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3M Offers Automotive Security Film
3M Announced
its Scotchshield Automotive Security Window Films which the company says
rejects 46 percent of total solar energy, increases privacy through
shading and reduces glare. The company says the non-metallized film
also blocks 99% of UV light with a total sun protection factor of up to
1000SPF and comes in a variety of tint levels from 5 percent to clear.
Window Film Magazine May/June 2013 |
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Consumers Receive Tax Credits for Window Film
As part of
the enactment of the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012, consumers may
receive tax credits for the installation of window film. The
legislation retroactively covers qualifying installations from January
1st, through December 31st, 2013.
Credits may cover up to 10% of the cost of the installation, up to a maximum total credit of $500.
"We are delighted that Congress recently enacted a bill, titled the American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012,
that includes tax incentives for energy efficient home improvements,
such as installing window film," says Darrell Smith, executive director
of the International Window Film Association (IWFA). "While the
'greening' of our homes is a high priority, most of the new
energy-efficient technologies require significant investment to reap
long-term benefits, but window film has been shown to be a most
cost-effective means of improving energy performance."
Several manufacturers have expressed their enthusiasm over the passage of the act.
"We're
extremely excited that our energy saving products qualify for this
window film tax credit," says Jeremy Verstraete, global business manager
for Eastman Chemical Co. "This legislation makes window film even more
affordable, allows for a faster return on investment and will help
homeowners around the country save money on monthly utility bills."
"This is
great news for all Americans who are making sustainable, environmentally
conscious choices for their homes," says Kathryn Giblin, director of
global marketing and technical services at Solar Gard. "Installing
energy efficient window film is a great value way to save energy and
costs related to cooling. We are delighted to see these tax credits
reintroduced."
Window Film Magazine March - April 2013 |
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EPA & DOE again rewards 3M with it's highest energy saving award!
The environmental benefits of window films are
well known as films contribute to homes and buildings using less energy
to keep spaces cool.
St. Paul, MN (April 20, 2012) – The
environmental benefits of window films are well known as films
contribute to homes and buildings using less energy to keep spaces cool.
When it comes to energy savings, 3M, a leading manufacturer of Window
Films, not only talks the talk but walks the walk. 3M takes pride in
manufacturing an energy efficient product in an energy efficient manner.
For a record-setting eighth year in a row, 3M has been named a winner
of the ENERGY STAR® "Sustained Excellence" Award for its comprehensive
world-wide energy conservation efforts. The award, presented annually by
the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of
Energy, is the highest ENERGY STAR award.
No other industrial company has achieved this distinction as many
times. Last year, 3M attained more than $8.2 million in energy savings
through 220 employee-inspired projects. This is equivalent to
eliminating 190,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions, or the energy used by
37,800 passenger vehicles in a year.
3M's commitment to finding more ways to manage energy use responsibly
and efficiently remains unabated, and their efforts are as vigorous and
creative as ever. Energy efficiency is thoroughly ingrained in the
corporate culture as good business practice, and good for the
communities in which 3M has a presence. |
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Window Film now allowed on Big Rig sidelites
The
Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety
Administration (FMCSA) has issued a clarification to the safety
regulations relating to a truck's window visibility that now allows the
use of compliant window films on big rigs' sidelites. "The
clarification represents information that impacts millions of truck
drivers who drive many hours at a stretch in 'big rigs' weighing more
than 26,000 pounds," says Darrell Smith, executive director of the
International Window Film Association. "The FMCSA has agreed with the
International Window Film Association that the use of 'clear' window
films with a minimum of 70 percent visibility rating installed on the
front side windows is permitted."
"Sadly
long-haul drivers, have faced skin cancer as 'one of the hazards of the
job' and we hope to help change that with this clarification," said
Smith.
According to
Smith, the change from the FMCSA came after numerous reports of higher
than average rates of skin cancer on the left side of the face and arm,
citing a 2011 article in the Journal of the American Academy of
Dermatology, which pointed to driver-side UVA exposure as a likely
contributor to the disease.
"The health
and safety of America's truck driver is of the utmost importance to
American Trucking Associations," adds American Truck Association
president and CEO Bill Graves. "Whether it is doing more to battle
obesity and sleep apnea, or helping our drivers avoid skin cancer, ATA
has consistently advocated for sensible regulations to ensure our
drivers get and stay healthy. We appreciate the efforts of the IWFA to
help our industry take another step in that direction."
Window Film Magazine July-August 2012 |
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3M Window Film Technology Takes its Turn on the Track in 2012
February 9, 2012
3M Window Film Technology Takes Its Turn on the Track in 2012
Roush Fenway’s Greg Biffle Enters Race Season With 3M™ Crystalline 90 Window Film
To Keep Him Cool and Protected on Race Day
ST. PAUL, Minn. – February 6, 2012 – True competitors
constantly strive to find an edge over their opponents, and NASCAR may
be the best example of that concept in practice. Drivers understand that
any advantage can mean the difference between a successful sweep across
the finish line or a drop in the standings. As the 2012 racing season
gets underway, Greg Biffle and his #16 Ford will find one advantage in
3M’s Crystalline 90 Automotive Window Film.
3M’s Crystalline 90 Window Film is the ultimate in high end
technology, offering clear film technology with outstanding heat
rejection. That means a cooler vehicle and reduced glare, which is
paramount at tracks like Daytona where Biffle will first utilize the
film.
3M Crystalline Automotive Window Films feature a proprietary,
multilayer optical film technology that combines over 200 layers in a
film that is thinner than a Post-it® Note. This unique technology is the
reason a clear film can reject more heat than darker films, making
Biffle comfortable during hundreds of laps around the track.
"I am really looking forward to using the 3M™ CR90 Window Film in
the racecar this season,” said Biffle. “We tried it out last year in
Phoenix and I felt like it made a real difference in reducing the solar
heat in the car. It can get extremely hot inside the racecar, so
anything that can be done to cut the heat helps tremendously.”
The film was first tested by Penske Racing on some 20 windshields
over the course of 2011, including Kurt Busch’s #22 car. Its early
adoption in 2012 by Biffle is a timely opportunity to enhance the
driver’s prowess on the track at the outset of the new season. Since the
film is also non-metallized, it raises the stakes for Biffle’s
competition because there will be no interference with any of his
vehicle’s electronics, so lines of communication will remain as clear as
his path to the finish line.
"We’re excited for Greg to adopt 3M’s automotive window films on
his car in 2012,” said Jon Hanbury, marketing manager for the 3M
Renewable Energy Division. “Great testing results and NASCAR’s approval
last year only validates its benefit, and now Greg can take full
advantage of 3M’s on-the-track offerings.”
3M's innovative window films have provided sun control benefits for
more than 40 years. 3M's automotive window film lines offer a variety
of solutions, to reject heat and control glare, while improving the look
of your vehicle – on and off the track. Visit www.3M.com/AutomotiveWindowFilm for additional information.
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