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UC Santa Cruz reports a summer bird-safe film retrofit
An October 13 university report describes the Coastal Biology Building installation.
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XPEL bulletin puts Low-E checks at the center of film selection
An October technical bulletin warns that a single outside reading can miss another coating inside a window assembly.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Gauzy reports court-approved settlement covering US$61 million in legacy liabilities
The September disclosure included an equity commitment and future repayment obligations.
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Avery Dennison adds architectural-film certification, with October training in Michigan
The company’s new program separates a two-day installation course from a third-day certification exam.
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Solar Gard highlights flexible Sunflex film for shaped and plastic glazing
The company’s 2026 materials describe three exterior-film options and a TPU construction intended for more difficult substrates.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date XPEL’s window-film revenue rose 19.6% in the first half of 2026
Its August filing separates film sales from installation and other services.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Garware reports ₹633 crore quarter and wider international studio network
The company linked its performance to architectural and automotive demand.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date American Window Film closes A Better Tint acquisition in Phoenix market
The July 20 transaction was announced August 6, with plans to consolidate Chandler operations into the buyer’s Phoenix branch.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Madico adds regional sales staff after reshaping its window-film leadership
June 2026 appointments followed a 2025 restructuring that separated architectural, automotive and distribution responsibilities.
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Moisture-responsive film research connects solar control with humidity management
PolyU’s June 2026 research summary points back to a 2025 paper. Its laboratory results and models are not a commercial-product guarantee.
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Avery Dennison introduces Clima architectural films in India
The June announcement groups four solar-control series under the new portfolio.
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Source date Madico’s Istanbul training brings together partners from 19 countries
The May 18–21 event focused on its SafetyShield partner program, with attendance and scope reported by the organizer.