What were WindowFilmMag.com’s most popular news stories since our last issue? These headlines grabbed the industry’s highest attention.

1 Self-Tinting Windows? Ford’s Got ‘Em

Ford Global Technologies is seeking a patent for a system capable of automatic window tinting. According to the filing with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, published May 9, 2023, the “occupant light exposure detection system” would include processing and memory capabilities, with the latter storing instructions for the former.

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2 Window Film Magazine Visits Eastman’s Facilities

Window Film magazine’s team traveled to Eastman’s Martinsville, Va., facilities for an extensive overview of the window film and paint protection film production process. Editor Chris Collier also sat down with Erin Bernhardt, vice president and general manager of  Eastman Performance Films, to discuss the facilities’ features and the upcoming 2023 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™.

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3 Solar Art Acquires New York Window Film

Window film and graphics installation company Solar Art announced its acquisition of New York Window Film, a company specializing in commercial and decorative window film primarily in the Manhattan metro area. This acquisition solidifies Solar Art’s operations on the East Coast and expands its capabilities on both coasts, according to the company.

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4 Protecting the Peach State: Tiaan Krige’s Swift Rise to Fame

Tiaan Krige was excited. The owner of Atlanta’s AP3 cracked open a sparkling water as sunshine spilled into his lobby, which contained a different kind of shine. Krige’s business had just been recognized as the United States’ Ceramic Coating Dealer of the Year at XPEL’s 2023 Dealer Conference. Reflecting on an award he’s won several times, Krige shared the journey that started it all.

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5 Making Your Mark in Residential Tinting

“In the world of residential window tinting, scheduling a consultation often acts as the initial stepping stone to selling the job. Although it may be tempting to rush toward a quick estimate based on a phone conversation and pictures, this is not the most effective approach.” – Erik
Devash, founder of Tint Wiz.

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