Panorama Pro dealers gathered in San Diego recently for Solar Gard’s 2026 dealer meeting. According to the company, the event brought together some of the industry’s most successful professionals to celebrate achievements, share ideas and strengthen relationships that drive the Panorama PRO network forward. Dealers were able to go behind the scenes with tours of […]
by Tom Herron Elmer Rubio got into the window film industry after having his own windows treated. The installer offered him several options, but didn’t show him physical samples. The final result was different than what he expected. “At night, the windows looked shiny,” Rubio says. “I researched it and learned that the film’s interior […]
General Formulations (GF), a global manufacturer of pressure-sensitive media, film and laminates, announced the addition of Andrew Plowman to its sales team. As regional sales manager covering the Mid-Atlantic, including Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and Washington D.C., Plowman brings a strong combination of technical expertise, commercial leadership and customer-focused experience. Plowman has more than […]
Garware Hi-Tech Films has signed an MoU with Lubrizol to jointly develop and manufacture advanced TPU-based film solutions. Backed by a ₹118 crore investment, this initiative enables backward integration for its premium Paint Protection Film (PPF) business, which is projected to expand EBITDA margins by 150-200 bps and boost total PPF capacity to over 600 […]
There are not many corners of the Dallas Cowboys’ operation that Jerry Jones has failed to turn into a business opportunity. Jones has long resisted using curtains to address sunlight from the massive west-facing windows at AT&T Stadium, although he said this summer that he was considering window tinting.
In addition to the exhibitors, attendees and competitors who took part in the 2026 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™, this year’s event also brought in a new crowd: families. Kids of all ages took part in Family Day and learned about the film industry. In our final video, take a look at what Family […]
American Window Film officially made its 24th acquisition in late July, purchasing the Phoenix-based company A Better Tint. For CEO Matthew Darienzo, his company’s growth reflects the whole industry’s potential. “The industry is in a good spot right now, which means there’s room to grow both for us and the rest of the industry,” he […]
The 2026 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ has concluded in San Antonio. The annual event returned to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center for three days of unique networking experiences, celebrations, in-depth educational content and intense competitions. Window Film magazine roamed the convention center throughout the show, capturing moments as the film community came […]
After three days of jam-packed competitions, the winners of the 2026 International Window Film Conference & Tint™ were crowned Saturday night, Aug. 30. The Closing Party and Awards Celebration were held at the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum in San Antonio.
The 2026 International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ (WFCT) competition winners have been revealed. After three days of competing, the winners were crowned during the WFCT closing ceremony at the Buckhorn Saloon & Museum in San Antonio.
