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GM Files Patent For Display System With Window Tinting Capability
GM Global Technology Operations LLC has submitted a patent with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for a display system that can tint the windows of a vehicle. It could be incorporated into one or more windows of a vehicle as well as navigational and driver assist systems. “By tinting several of the windows, the […]
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Industry News
Fellers, a national distributor of vinyl wrap and graphics supply, has added automotive window film from Avery Dennison to its product line up. The four new product lines include an infrared spectrally selective film, Shield IR 75, and three levels of non-reflective film: NR Nano Ceramic IR, NR Pro and NR Series. All of the […]
A window tint violation led to a driver’s arrest after a traffic stop on U.S. 301 in Marion County. Click here to read more.
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Global Window Films displayed its new paint protection film and automotive window film for all at the 2022 SEMA Show.
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The New Guy
By Chris Collier
Editor, Window Film Magazine
Josh Buis Assumes New Role at American Standard Window FilmJosh Buis joined Scorpion Window Film in January 2011, climbing to a chief operating officer role. As 2022 comes to a close, Buis begins a new journey as vice president of international sales and private label for American Standard Window Film. I caught up with the industry veteran to discuss his football coaching career, his […]
Upside-Down Thinking
By Patric Fransko
President, Eye Magnet Management
Three Critical Local Marketing StrategiesMarketing is often discussed in a broad sense. Terms are thrown around—having a website, doing “SEO,” running AdWords and managing targeted social media campaigns. While these are all important for a small business, focusing on specific local marketing strategies could pay significant dividends. In this article, I will focus on three local marketing strategies critical […]
The Cornerman
By Chris West
Director of Automotive Films, XPEL
Compensation Plans: The Pros and Cons of EachI have met many shop owners in the industry, and we have frequently talked about compensating employees. In this article, I want to break down the compensation plans I have seen over the years. Keep in mind that the plans and positions vary, and there is no one perfect solution. I recommend that owners/managers consider […]
Leadership Lessons
By Jonathan Thompson
Managing Partner, Sunsational Solutions
Leadership and Vulnerability—The Keys to Buying InEveryone needs something to look forward to—a dream, goal and a future they can lean into. Leaders engage team members to adopt goals that align with a company’s vision, which can only be achieved when a culture is created that embraces and nurtures the same vision. Engaging people trumps motivating and persuading, hands down, every […]
Changing Tides
By Kristy Yelle
Co-owner, Palmetto Protection Films
Diversifying in the Slow SeasonDepending on your location, your window film business may have a slower season than others. Here in South Carolina, we have a short slow season, typically in December and January. But in other parts of the country with intense winter seasons, those slower months are likely more prolonged. So how do you keep steady business […]
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