ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date Avery introduced removable Dusted Crystal architectural film in 2022
The decorative range offered two finishes and a wet-apply adhesive aimed at changing interiors.
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IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date Embellence announces US$20 million Artscape deal for decorative window film
The February 2022 announcement included contingent consideration and mixed financing.
ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date XPEL expanded VISION architectural films and modelling support in 2022
The February announcement paired product options with commercial-building assessment services.
TechnologyHistorical briefing
Source date NTU’s 2021 electrochromic coating research targeted infrared control
The university described a glass coating and further testing with an industry partner.
IndustryHistorical briefing
Source date XPEL opened 2021 by announcing its Veloce architectural-film acquisition
The Houston transaction had closed on the final day of 2020.
TechnologyHistorical briefing
Source date NTU’s 2020 liquid-window prototype combined shading with heat storage
The hydrogel-based layer sat between glass panes rather than adhering to existing glass.
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.
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.
TechnologyHistorical briefing
Source date not establishedFLEXLAB’s 2024 case study redirected a window-film prototype project
Full-scale testing found cooling benefits alongside mixed daylight and glare results.
ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date not establishedEDTM listed the WP4501 as its 2025 Window Energy Profiler update
The replacement model’s manual distinguishes transmission readings from estimated heat-gain values.
ProductsHistorical briefing
Source date not establishedAvery’s resource list marked seven Auravate designs discontinued in July 2026
The lifecycle notices affect named decorative-film designs, with no exact discontinuation day given.