1. Solar Gard® Window Films Global Overview

2. Solar Gard Window Films
Architectural
Automotive
Heat control
Energy saving/CO2 reduction
Safety & security
Increased comfort & productivity
Protection against UV, fading
Improved daylighting
Glare reduction
Aesthetics/privacy
Heat control
Increased comfort
Protection against UV
Aesthetics/styling
Safety & security
Energy saving/CO2 reduction (transportation)

3. Architectural Window Film Benefits
Energy savings
Decreases energy costs up to 30% by reducing interior temperature fluctuations and HVAC load
Reduces carbon footprint
Our window films are proven to produce a net positive impact on the environment, saving more carbon than used to produce
Provides protection
Rejects 99% of damaging UVA and UVB rays that cause premature aging and skin cancer, and fading of interior furnishings and fixtures
Certain films provide a sacrificial coating that can be peeled away if vandalized with graffiti or etching
Increases comfort
Reduces solar heat gain to stabilize room temperature and eliminate uncomfortable hot spots
Reduces bothersome glare
Allows natural daylighting to boost the energizing effects of sunshine and outside views
Enhances safety and security
Keeps shattered glass from becoming dangerous shrapnel in the event of a violent storm, earthquake or explosion
Blocks electronic signals to prevent intellectual property theft
Improves aesthetics
Films are available in a wide array of tint colors to enhance ambiance or increase privacy

4. Energy Savings 12.7% of a US building’s energy use is from cooling
33% of a building’s cooling bill is caused by windows as a result of solar heat gain
With proven heat-rejection properties, Solar Gard architectural window films help buildings consume up to 30% less energy for cooling by keeping interior temperatures more stable. Solar Gard energy saving window films are NFRC certified
Improving window performance with Solar Gard can:
Reduce the HVAC load, allowing buildings to downsize their cooling equipment
Help balance peak energy usage with climate control and interior comfort

5. Carbon Savings
Commercial buildings are the leading source of energy consumption and carbon emissions in the U.S.*
Buildings produce 39% of the total CO2 emissions in the U.S. (2236 million metric tons)
CO2 emissions from buildings are projected to grow faster than any other sector in the next 25 years
Our architectural solar control window films reduce GHG emissions by 10 – 40% in commercial buildings
In just one year, Solar Gard window film saved 3.6 million tons of CO2 from entering the atmosphere. This is equal to:
Carbon attributed to combusting 367 million gallons of gasoline
Carbon offset of 83,740,126 tree seedlings grown over 10 years

6. Commercial Buildings and Sustainability
92% of facility managers surveyed are working to make their facilities more sustainable*
67% say their customers are “forcing them” to make sustainable changes
46% say the government is forcing the change
73% say financial challenges are the leading hurdle in making sustainable changes.
Window film provides a cost effective solution at a fraction of the financial and carbon cost of replacement windows
These figures are typical for commercial buildings, they are North America specific and may vary slightly by region.

7. Solar Gard Solar Control Window Film Low-E Wood Frame Glazing
Cost-Effective and Carbon Smart
49 billion square feet of glazing in the world today
Window film quickly and efficiently transforms existing standard windows into high-performing energy conservation systems
Solar Gard is more cost efficient and carbon efficient than replacement windows
Solar Gard Solar Control Window Film
Low-E Wood Frame Glazing
Carbon cost
less than 1 kg per sq meter
253 kg per sq meter*
Financial cost (installed)
$ per sq meter USD
($6-14 per sq ft USD)
$314 per sq meter**
($29 per sq ft USD)
“Window film is the most cost-effective way to upgrade a building’s windows.”
– Berkeley Labs, a DOE laboratory
* 2009 Buildings Energy Databook, published by the U.S. Department of Energy.
** Solar Gard estimates based on internal data and data obtained from RSMeans Construction Cost Data Book 2011.
“Cost Effective Building Envelope Options for Reducing Cooling Loads in Commercial Buildings,” Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, University of California.
These figures are typical for commercial buildings, they are North America specific and may vary slightly by region

8. Provides UV Protection
Less than 30% of architectural glass manufactured today provides very minimal UV protection*
Currently between 2 and 3 million non-melanoma skin cancers and 132,000 melanoma skin cancers occur globally each year caused by UVA and UVB rays
Over 66,000 deaths occur annually worldwide from melanoma and other skin cancers
Provides UV protection with SPF 285+
Blocks 99% of damaging UVA/UVB rays
Helps prevent wrinkles and aging associated with sun damage
Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation
Provides year-round sun protection
Prevents fading of interior fixtures and furnishings
* Ducker Worldwide, Study of the 2008 North American Fabricated Glass market, March 2009

9. Protects Against Vandalism
Solar Gard Graffitigard protects property by acting as an unnoticeable, sacrificial barrier between vandals and the surfaces they try to destroy, including:
Interior and exterior glass windows and mirrors
Non-porous surfaces like stainless steel and marble
“Peel and replace” film is removed to reveal a fresh surface
Safeguards surfaces – storefronts, overpasses, public transit vehicles, etc from paint, key scratches, marking and even acid-etching
Reduces property damage
Maintains aesthetics

10. Increases Comfort Rejects up to 79% of solar energy
Increases temperature stability
Reduces uncomfortable hotspots
Eliminates glare to improve visibility of computer, television and touch screens
Enables natural daylighting
Filters the harsh solar heat intake and glare that causes people to cover their windows
Allows the energizing effects of sunshine and outside views that have been linked to productivity, health and well being

11. Enhances Safety and Security
Solar Gard Armorcoat® keeps broken glass together, preventing shards of glass from becoming dangerous shrapnel, and preventing water and debris damage in the event of:
Severe weather
Earthquakes
Accidents
Bomb blasts
By holding broken glass together upon impact, Solar Gard potentially slows down, and deters forced entry

12. Solar Gard: Safety and Security Certifications
Human impact
Severe weather
Fire
Tests the break safe characteristics of glass specifically for human impact as in the case of intrusion and burglary ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC CFR 1201, AS 2208, EN 12600
Tests the ability of exterior windows, glazed curtain walls and doors to resist impact and cycling simulating wind-borne debris and heavy wind load caused by severe weather. ASTM 1886/1996
Tests the surface burning behavior of building materials. ASTM E84
Tests the flash ignition temperature and spontaneous ignition temperature of materials. ASTM D1929
Intrusion/burglary resistance
Bomb blast
Earthquake
Tests the performance of filmed glazing to various blast pressures indicating performance levels of a glazed opening. ASTM D1929
Tests the ability of filmed glazing to resist multiple impacts intended to resist burglary attacks of the smash and grab type. EN356
Tests the performance of filmed glazing during seismic events to evaluate the fall out characteristics.

13. Professional Advantage
Wide range of high performance films to meet every building need, designed to maintain the integrity of a building’s appearance
Full technical support for application engineering
Suite of energy analysis tools that enable building owners to estimate potential energy saving benefits
Professionally trained sales and installation network
Industry leading warranties

14. Automotive and Transportation Window Film Benefits
Increases comfort: rejects solar heat to reduce interior temperatures and eliminate distracting glare
Saves energy: decreases interior temperatures up to 60%, easing dependency on air conditioning and lowering the load on the engine to improve miles per gallon
Provides protection
Blocks 99% of harmful UVA rays associated with interior fading, premature aging and skin cancer
Graffitigard and Clearshield® paint protection films shield the outer vehicle and from damage
Enhances safety and security: deters smash and grab crimes by enhancing privacy by shielding possessions from view. Provides a vital layer of protection between passengers and glass that may break during side impact crashes
Enhance aesthetics: comes in a variety of shades and colors, allowing a sleek, customized look

15. Increases Comfort
Rejects solar heat intake and stabilizes interior temperatures to keep passengers, drivers, commuters and pets, cooler and more comfortable
Cuts uncomfortable solar heat to keep metal seatbelt buckles, hand rails and leather and vinyl seats cool to the touch
Reduces distracting glare from the sun and snow and oncoming headlights, decreasing strain on the eyes

16. Energy Savings
Solar Gard helps cut energy costs associated with cooling in all forms of transportation:
Decreases interior temperatures up to 60%, easing dependency on air conditioning and lowering the load on the engine to improve miles per gallon
Proven effective on the Stena Cruise line, Solar Gard decreased interior temperatures, lowering air conditioning use for a fuel savings of 58 m³/15,321 U.S. gallons for one ship.
Window films helps transportation companies cut costs and lower vehicle energy needs

17. Provides UV Protection
Less than 20% of side and rear car windows manufactured today offer minimal UVA
Currently between 2 and 3 million non-melanoma skin cancers and 132,000 melanoma skin cancers occur globally each year caused by UVA and UVB rays
It is estimated that over 66,000 deaths occur annually worldwide from melanoma and other skin cancers
Research found a correlation between more time spent driving and a higher incidence of left-side skin cancers
The average worker spends the equivalent of an entire week in their car commuting each year. That’s over 200 hours of exposure to serious sun damage
Solar Gard provides UV protection with SPF 285+
Blocks 99% of damaging UVA/UVB rays
Helps prevent wrinkles and aging associated with sun damage
Year-round sun protection

18. Provides Exterior Protection
Most vulnerable exterior areas of a vehicle have an extra measure of protection from:
Insect stains and abrasions
Scratches and nicks
Small road debris damage
Winter road salt and sand
Graffiti and vandalism
ClearShield® film is designed to prevent damage to a vehicle’s exterior appearance
Graffitigard provides a tear and peal coating on municipal vehicles, preventing graffiti damage from becoming permanent

19. Enhances Safety and Security
Darker films deter smash and grab crimes by enhancing privacy, shielding interior possessions from view
Slows down break-ins and helps deter thieves by keeping broken shards of glass together in the even that a thief does try to smash the glass and gain entry
Provides a vital layer of protection between passengers and glass that may break in the event of a crash

20. Professional Advantages of Solar Gard Automotive Film
One of the widest range of film offerings in the industry, including: Clearshield® paint protection film, ComputerCut® software, installation tools, training and technical service support
Working partnerships with many renowned car manufacturers such as Audi, VW, Nissan and Toyota
Over 1,500 branded shops in Asia
Authorized dealer network supported by technical services, training, and marketing support
Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation as a way to prevent skin cancer

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