Several familiar window-film names belong to larger company groups. LLumar and SunTek are both listed among Eastman's brands. Madico identifies itself as a wholly owned subsidiary of Lintec USA Holdings. Solar Gard is part of Saint-Gobain. ORAFOL announced its acquisition of Maxpro in May 2026.
These relationships help explain industry news and where to look for product information. They do not mean that products within the same group have identical construction, performance, prices or warranty terms.
The relationships below were checked against the linked official sources on November 5, 2026. This is a guide to selected brands, not a complete directory of every manufacturer or private-label supplier.
The company relationships at a glance
| Name on the product or announcement | Relationship shown by the reviewed official sources | Where to check |
|---|---|---|
| LLumar and SunTek | Both appear in Eastman's brand portfolio. | Eastman brand directory |
| PremiumShield | Listed in Eastman's brand portfolio. | Eastman brand directory |
| Madico | Wholly owned subsidiary of Lintec USA Holdings, Inc. | Madico company profile |
| Solar Gard | Part of Saint-Gobain; the group's brand directory includes Solar Gard. | Saint-Gobain brand directory |
| Maxpro Manufacturing | ORAFOL announced its acquisition on May 21, 2026. | ORAFOL announcement |
Are LLumar and SunTek the same company?
They are separate brands in the same corporate group. Eastman's current directory lists both names, along with PremiumShield and other film brands.
That answers the ownership question. It does not establish that a particular LLumar film is the same product as a particular SunTek film under another label. Compare the actual series, shade, data sheet and written warranty.
For the history behind the names, read our reports on Eastman's 2014 Commonwealth acquisition and its 2021 PremiumShield acquisition. Those reports describe dated transactions; the current corporate directory provides a separate check on today's listed brands.
Who owns Madico?
Madico's company profile identifies it as a fully owned subsidiary of Lintec USA Holdings, Inc. The same profile lists product names including Sunscape, SafetyShield, Black Pearl and ClearPlex.
A company name and a product name can appear together on a quote. Make sure you know which is which. For example, the phrase “Madico film” does not identify a specific automotive shade or architectural product.
When researching a product, start with its exact name and application. A windshield-protection product, a decorative building film and a solar-control car film answer different needs even when the company behind them is the same.
Is Solar Gard part of Saint-Gobain?
Yes. Saint-Gobain's brand directory includes Solar Gard. Its Benelux page also identifies the brand within Saint-Gobain and names the regional owning entity. See the official Solar Gard profile.
Regional company names can differ within a group. For an actual purchase or claim, use the seller and warranty documents for your country rather than assuming a global brand name identifies the legal party responsible for every transaction.
Our 2011 acquisition report explains the historical transaction. The current directory supports the present group relationship described here.
What changed for Maxpro in 2026?
ORAFOL's May 21, 2026 announcement said it acquired Maxpro Manufacturing, the North Carolina film manufacturer. ORAFOL's corporate history also records the acquisition in its 2026 timeline.
That is a change in company ownership. It does not, by itself, show that every Maxpro product specification, dealer arrangement or warranty changed on the announcement date. Those questions need the relevant product or customer document.
Read our Maxpro acquisition report for the reported transaction and its original source.
Brand, manufacturer, distributor and installer: what is the difference?
The brand is the name used to sell the product. The manufacturer makes the material. A distributor supplies products within a market. The installer fits the film to the vehicle or building.
One business can perform more than one role. The important point is to identify who is doing what in your purchase. A shop selling a brand is not automatically owned by the manufacturer. A distributor announcement is not automatically a factory opening.
If you are buying film, ask who provides the product warranty and who handles workmanship issues. If you run a shop, ask who supplies the product, provides technical support and manages a claim in your market.
How to use ownership information when choosing film
Use it to find the right documents and understand the history. Then compare products on the features relevant to your job.
For a car, that might mean the finished appearance, solar performance, permitted application and care requirements. For a building, it may mean compatibility with the glass and the performance of the proposed combination. For PPF, it may mean coverage, finish and the exact warranty.
Keep a written record of the product and installer. Our guide to checking which window film was installed explains the documents that help answer that question.
Common questions
Does the same owner mean two film brands are identical?
No. Shared ownership does not establish identical products. Compare the exact product documents rather than transferring claims from one brand or series to another.
Does a film brand own every shop that installs it?
Do not assume that. A shop may be an independent dealer or installer. Ask about the actual business relationship and which company is responsible for the service you are buying.
Does an acquisition automatically change my warranty?
The ownership announcement alone does not answer that. Keep your original documents and ask the named warranty provider how any change affects your specific product and installation.