ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date Eastman’s 2021 Evolve announcement paired ceramic tint with installer-focused coating
The October release presented SunTek’s new automotive range ahead of SEMA.
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IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date XPEL closed five North American acquisitions for about $20.1 million
The October 2021 package added distribution, installation and film-pattern software businesses.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date XPEL’s $30 million PermaPlate deal expanded dealership window-film operations
The May 2021 acquisition targeted a higher-volume segment of automotive tinting.
ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date Solar Gard presented eight CX Magnum IR automotive-film options
The product notice offered multiple shades and light-transmission choices.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Madico moved U.S. dealer ordering online with ShopMadico in January 2020
The launch covered its window-film range and related shop supplies.
TechnologyHistorical briefing
Source date Eastman unveiled Core’s film-cutting and workflow platform in 2019
The announcement proposed mobile tools and a later North American launch.
ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date Solar Gard introduced VortexIR ceramic window film in April 2019
The automotive range was positioned around ceramic particles and electronic-signal compatibility.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Madico’s 2016 ClearPlex agreement followed a decade of manufacturing ties
The announcement covered selected assets, not an unrestricted claim about every seller obligation.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date How SunTek joined Eastman: the 2014 Commonwealth acquisition
The completed deal added a Martinsville manufacturing operation and nine distribution centers to Eastman’s films business.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Eastman’s 2012 Solutia acquisition brought major window-film brands into its portfolio
The approximately US$4.8 billion deal covered a diversified materials business.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date not establishedLubrizol’s Shanghai TPU expansion targeted paint-protection-film supply
An issuer-release reproduction described Shanghai materials production and a white paper.
Source date not established
XPEL looks toward XDC 2027; conference dates remain unannounced
The company is preparing for its next Dealer Conference after the completed 2026 gathering.