Solar, Safety and Security Window Film

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Solar, Safety and Security Window Film

• Mr. Andrew Schuster
• Group Product Manager
• Film Technologies International, Inc.

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What is window film?

• Window films are thin laminates of polyester that
  are bonded to the interior surface of glass
  windows and doors of homes and commercial
  establishments.

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There are two types of window film.

• Safety Security Films
• Solar Control Films

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Safety security window film construction.

• The components of a typical safety/ security
  window film are shown here.

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Improves safety and security.

• Film helps hold glass together if shattered.
• Increases safety during natural disasters.
• Creates a safer environment for occupants
  against flying objects and falls.
• Makes smash and grab burglaries more
  difficult.
• Protects buildings when vacant.

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FTI has passed the test.
Impact/Puncture Resistance Tests

• 16 CPSC 1201 - Safety Glazing
• ANSI Z97.1
• BS 2606
• Din A1 and Din A3
• ASTM D4830-95

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FTI has passed the test.
Weathering/UV Tests

• 16 CPSC 1201 - Safety Glazing
• ANSI Z97.1
• ASTM E330-90
• ASTM E1348-90

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FTI has passed the test.
Film Strength Tests

• ASTM D882-95a
• ASTM D3330-96
• ASTM G26
• ASTM D1044-94
• ASTM D1004-94

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FTI has passed the test.
Ignition/Burning Tests

• ASTM D1929-91
• ASTM E84-97
• ASTM D635-88

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FTI has passed the test.
Blast/Ballistics Tests

• GSAs Method for Glazing Systems Subject to Air
  Blast Loading - Level 3
• HPW-TP-0500.02 .38 Special
• HPW-TP-0500.02 9mm
• Dade County Small Missile Test

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Protection against blasts.
Glazing Protection Level Matrix
Condition Description
Exterior Interior
Hazard Protection Glass not cracked
None None
N/A Very
High Fully survived/retained No glass
fragments Glass cracked, but retained Yes
No significant fragments
Very Low Very High
Dusting/small fragments
acceptable Glass
failed Yes
Lands on floor (10 feet)
Low High Not fully
retained in frame Glass failed Yes
Lands on floor (10 feet)
Medium Medium Not fully retained in
frame Impacts vertical surface
(10 feet) Glass fails catastrophically Yes
Lands on floor (10 feet)
High Low
Impacts vertical surface (10 feet)
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3
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5
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Protection Level Matrix
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FTI has passed the test.
Waterways Shock Tube Testing to GSA Standards

• 4 psi and 60 psi-msec
• FrameGard Anchoring System with 12 mil GLASS-GARD
  film
• Percentage of original glass in area

3A 0.7 3B 1.4 4 5 0.0
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Applied Pressure-Time History
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Test frame with clearing walls.
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50 pound TNT explosion at 50 feet from test
structure.
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Results after explosion.
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Results after explosion.
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Results of 50 foot test.
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Solar control window film construction.

• The components of a typical solar control window
  film are shown here.

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Helps reduce energy bills.

• Blocks out a portion of the suns heat during
  summer and cuts heat during winter.
• Reduces the load on HVAC systems, reducing
  energy consumption.
• The more windows you treat, the more you save.
• Savings vary based on total square footage of
  windows treated, film selected and climactic
  conditions.

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Reduces fading caused by the sun.

• Helps keep colors brilliant in fabrics,
  furniture and flooring.
• Helps eliminate the need for expensive window
  coverings.
• Keeps views uncompromised.

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Window films reduce fading by blocking the sun.
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Improves comfort.

• Keeps temperatures throughout buildings more
  uniform.
• Helps prevent hot spots near windows.
• Works with not against heaters and/or air
  conditioners.
• Reduces glare from the sun or snow.

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Creates privacy and uniform appearance.

• Window film lets occupants look out while making
  it difficult for others to look in during the
  day.
• Gives the exterior of the building a uniform
  appearance.

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FTI offers window films that meet every need.

• Complete line of films available that vary in
  color and solar control qualities, also with
  varying degrees of thickness for greater
  security.
• Optical-grade polyester does not alter, distort
  or compromise vision.
• All films come with scratch-resistant coating and
  are easily cleaned.

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A cost-effective investment.

• Window films are a smart investment because they
  offer numerous benefits for a moderate cost.

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Experience the Film Technologies International,
Inc. (FTI) difference.

• FTIs only business is window film.
• A St.Petersburg, Florida-based company, FTI has
  been in the industry for 25 years.
• FTI window films are tested on-site in sunny
  Florida under some of the harshest conditions
  known.
• FTI provides excellent products and superior
  customer service.
• FTI sells millions of square feet of window film
  worldwide each month.

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FTI is an industry leader.

• Film with manufacturing defects will be replaced
  free of charge.
• Warranty coverage includes glass breakage due to
  thermal stress on factory-approved glass and film
  combinations.
• Optional extended warranties are available.

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FTI has thousands of satisfied customers
worldwide.

• Successful installations all over the world.
• Residential and commercial properties completed
  from small houses to high rises to store
  fronts.
• 25 years of proven performance in all climates
  and conditions.