3M Prestige Films

No Metal Technology

3M Window Film & Tinting

Made of over 200 layers using nano-technology, this film provides significant energy performance despite its "colorless" appearance.

• Helps protect products from fading caused by UV rays.
• Rejects solar heat even during the hottest part of the day, increasing comfort and saving energy
• Increased personal safety from flying glass
• Furniture and fabrics have a longer acceptable life

3M’s premium Prestige Window Films are specifically designed to increase indoor comfort, lower energy costs and reduce the harmful effects of the sun’s rays on interior furnishings in both commercial and residential applications.

Superior Heat Rejection

3M Window Film & Tinting

Made of over 200 layers using nano-technology, this film provides significant energy performance despite its "colorless" appearance. This is the second darkest version with a 50% light transmission

• Stay warmer by retaining more heat in cooler months.
• Reduces glare and eye discomfort
• Increased personal safety from flying glass
• Furniture and fabrics have a longer acceptable life

Prestige Window Films have low reflectivity, with 2 styles being less reflective than the glass they cover. Because they are manufactured without metals, these films are not susceptible to corrosion in coastal environments and do not interfere with mobile phone reception.

Daylighting is a Bright Idea

By letting natural light complement or replace artificial light in your building you can enjoy: * Lower energy costs for lighting plus lower cooling cost thanks to our superior heat rejection.

• Stay warmer by retaining more heat in cooler months.
• Reduces glare and eye discomfort
• Increased personal safety from flying glass
• Furniture and fabrics have a longer acceptable life

Window Expert/3M has a GSA contract for labor and material to facilitate government tenant procurement.

Prestige Warranty

Prestige Window Films are warranted by 3M for a period of 15 years in that the film will maintain solar reflective properties without cracking, crazing, delaminating, bubbling, peeling or discoloring. In the event that the product is found to be defective under warranty, the seller will replace such quantity of the film proved to be defective, and will additionally provide the removal and reapplication labor free of charge.

• Stay warmer by retaining more heat in cooler months.
• Reduces glare and eye discomfort
• Increased personal safety from flying glass

3M also warrants against glass failure due to thermal shock glass fracture. This is warranted to a maximum value of $500 per window, provided the film is applied to recommended types of glass and the failure occurs within 60 months from the start of application. Any glass failure must be reviewed by 3M prior to replacement.

Atlanta Downtown Hilton Case Study

Problem

Upkeep and maintenance are the priority for one of Atlanta's premier downtown hotels. The quality management team at the Atlanta Downtown Hilton does not spend its money unwisely and knows how to solve problems economically. The glass facade on the front of the building needed a facelift and replacing the existing glass was not economically feasible. At the same time, the afternoon sun was creating a real problem for the HVAC system and the UV rays were bleaching the carpets and window treatments. The engineering and facilities teams found a single source in Window Expert, Inc., Inc. and 3M Sun Control films to solve these issues.

• Stay warmer by retaining more heat in cooler months.
• Reduces glare and eye discomfort
• Increased personal safety from flying glass
• Furniture and fabrics have a longer acceptable life

Solution

According to Window Film Depot President Jeff Franson, "We knew that the facility people were concerned about the look of the film on the glass from the interior and exterior. We also knew that we needed to show the engineering department some real energy savings. As a result we choose a 3M film that would satisfy both parties." 3M's P-18ARL film blocks out 73% of the heat coming through the glass, 99% of the UV, and made the sunlight softer and more comfortable for guests. Most impressive was the new look to the front of the building. "The Hilton saved tens of thousands of dollars using our firm. The windows look great and the energy savings will pay for this installation in 3-4 years."