We know. You bought that vehicle because it gets great gas mileage and has an awesome sound system. But let’s be honest. You first fell in love with its color. Paint is “the face” of your vehicle, and in a world destined to inflict chips, scratches, fading and stains, it needs paint protection film (PPF). … Continued
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National Safe Boating Week kicks off a year-long Safe Boating campaign, with the #1 goal of convincing every boater to consistently and voluntarily wear a life jacket. While you’re stocking up on life jackets, take a moment to make sure you and your vessel are totally ready for a safe and carefree summer on the … Continued
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  Whether the sun is entering a Grand Solar Minimum casting us into a mini ice age or Global Warming will have us wearing shorts in January, there are some practical and innovative ways you can save energy and money to help save the environment and your pocketbook. The advancement in technology gives rise to … Continued
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Launch of new brand and partnership agreement signal strong start to 2020 January 29, 2020 – Solar Gard, the global leader in window film technologies, is pleased to announce the launch of a new paint protection brand in China, as well as a key Asian automotive distribution partnership. New “ShengJia” 圣佳 brand Officially unveiled at … Continued
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It could be pebbles from the road, a runaway grocery cart that you can’t catch in time, or a flock of mischevious BATS – whatever it is that threatens your pristine finish, HYDRO can help with that! Clearshield Pro HYDRO is a clear paint protection film. Trained installers will seamlessly apply the film so you … Continued
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Solar Gard, a global leader in patent-protected window film and surface protection solutions, announces the release of Clearshield® Pro HYDRO in North America. HYDRO boasts the all-new StainX® topcoat, combining the power of hydrophobicity and a proprietary cross-linked design for unrivaled stain resistance. This expertly developed technology immediately beads up and repels water, mud, and … Continued
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VortexIR® Ceramic Window Film absorbs light, not radio waves, to keep vehicles cool and connected. April 16, 2019 – Nanotech is being used to improve everything from medicine to batteries and food, but materials pulverized on a molecular scale have other applications that would make even Einstein proud. Solar Gard is releasing the new VortexIR … Continued
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Reinforcing School Safety as a Priority Press Release Solar Gard, the San Diego-based leader in window film technologies, announced its partnership with the New York State PTA as part of a company-wide commitment to improving school safety. This initiative is the first of many important steps being made by Solar Gard toward a national priority … Continued
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Accidents are sometimes unavoidable. They happen when you least expect it. Whether it’s your fault or not, accidents happen on the road all of the time. The best way to properly prepare for an accident is by investing in a car with an excellent safety rating. Along with the actual car’s rating, you want to … Continued
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In today’s world, being environmentally conscious and incorporating green initiatives when remodeling is a high priority for many schools. It not only benefits building operators, faculty and students, but also the planet. Knowing this, schools can incorporate professionally installed window film as an economical means to advance their green initiatives. According to the U.S. Department … Continued
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New Trier High School Board members Monday approved almost $575,000 in purchases aimed at making their two campuses more secure, but not before one board member said she’d like more information about the purchases. Board members unanimously approved paying $204,926 to install shatter-resistant film on selected interior windows at both the Winnetka and Northfield campuses. … Continued
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Businesses across the country can be affected by auto tint laws, but the first step is understanding them. Last month the International Window Film Association (IWFA) hosted a webinar explaining the differences between different types of laws and how they impact the industry. Darrell Smith, IWFA executive director, began the webinar by going over the … Continued
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Northwood School District received $58,888 in the most recent round of school safety grants, announced Thursday, July 19, by Attorney General Brad Schimel. The school district in Minong was one of 89 schools that were awarded nearly $4 million through the School Safety Initiative. The funds will be used to update the security system on … Continued
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“Sustainability” is a hot word. Seemingly every product or service claims the word for marketing purposes these days. “We only serve sustainable kale from locally-sourced kale farming cooperatives” or “sustainability is our focus here at ACME Dangerous Chemicals Corporation.” Everyone is getting in on the act, and why not? Buying sustainable products makes us feel … Continued
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Admit it. You want tint for your car because it looks awesome. Have you ever seen a nice car — or for that matter a not so nice car — rolling down the street with tinted windows and thought “eh, not for me?” Of course not. You wouldn’t be reading this if you had. You’re … Continued
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Summer is almost a universally happy time of year for most people. Almost. The sunshine, long days and warm nights. The cookouts with friends and family. The vacations to the beach, mountains or lake. The sound of the bat – or the beer – cracking at the ballpark. The familiar and delightful sights and sounds … Continued
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