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Start Your Engine SEMA is Back

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If you forgot to register, but still plan to attend—don’t worry. SEMA says attendees and exhibitors can register onsite at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with a valid ID and proof of employment.

See the SEMA Seminar Schedule and Line-Up

For those of you who participate in the automotive film industry—it’s back. The SEMA Show may not be a film-specific event, but, as the world’s premier automotive specialty products event, it’s teaming over with opportunity for window film professionals. Whether it be to display your latest automotive products, locate the latest-and-greatest side products to offer, or learn the ins and outs of owning and operating a business, one thing is for sure—Tuesday, October 30 - Friday, November 2, the Las Vegas Convention Center is the place to be.

If you’ve attended this gargantuan event in the past then you know there’s no shortage in the people department. According to SEMA, the show draws more than 100,000 people from more than 100 countries. And show statistics indicate half of those attending come ready to make decisions, as event officials report last year’s show produced more than 50,000 domestic and international buyers.

If you’re attending the event, please be sure to stop by Window Film’s booth (#12174) to say hello, while you check out the following product offerings:

Booth #12318 
Global Window Films
Global says it will be featuring installer-friendly films in its booth this year. The Pembroke Pines, Fla.-based manufacturer says its films feature patented Super Shrink™ technology for effortless dry-shrinking and fast, clean installations. It also says a unique Anti-Static™ property makes its films ideal for cutting patterns with plotters, allowing the film to glide easily and freely. www.globalwindowfilms.com 

Booth #11840 
Johnson Window Films
Johnson Window Films will feature a full line-up, including its newest ceramic automotive film: Insulatir. The Carson, Calif.-based company says this film is a high IR-rejecting film that is long lasting and signal-friendly. Also on display will be its two-ply, dyed film: Greystone. Johnson says Greystone is a durable film that is non-conductive, shrinks easily and looks sharp. 

Dealers can navigate through Johnson Window Films’ Online Resource Center, a website designed for dealers providing more than 250 pages of information including: installation techniques, a product portfolio, window film facts and marketing and sales aids. The site also features an online store and discussion forum.

Installation demonstrations will be on-going, each day, with Johnson’s expert installers providing useful facts and helpful tips. www.johnsonwindowfilms.com 

Booth #12214 
Marko Tack Pte. Ltd.
Marko Tack will be displaying its SOLUX window films this year. The Singapore-based company says it maintains a wide variety of films, ranging from the most popular to high-end and this year it’s focusing on the best of infrared (IR), ultraviolet protection and heat rejection. 

The company says its nanotechnology presents a number of advantages, including: easy installation with no ugly scratches and marks, easy maintenance, no discoloration, no haziness or flaking and the ability to weather harsh climates. www.markotack.com 

Booth #12120 
Film Technologies International (FTI)
This year, FTI will be highlighting its complete line of automotive window films including a global positioning system-friendly, metal-free film—Shadow. The St. Petersburg, Fla.-based company says Shadow is the perfect film for avoiding signal disruption of satellite navigational systems, AM radio signals and keyless locks.

FTI says it will be conducting daily window film installation demonstrations and dealers are encouraged to stop by and talk with its installation experts about the latest trends. There will also be a daily drawing for a free roll of film. www.filmtechnologies.com

Booth #1148 
Performance Tools
Performance Tools will introduce several new items at SEMA. The Dublin, Ohio-based distributor says its new tools include a revised Conquistador and a new Merlot Teflon Card. It will also have a new 2008, 52-page catalog available.

The newly revised Conquistador features a stiff body and a high visibility color, so you won’t leave it behind, while a new purple Teflon card features a Teflon blend that the company says allows it to push a lot of water while still remaining flexible. www.44tools.com

Booth #12174 
$7500 in Prizes
Stop by Window Film’s booth to say hello and get the details for our International Window Film Tint-Off™ Conference and Expo being held May 2-3, 2008, in Las Vegas. Warm up those squeegees and come prepared, because the “World's Best Automotive Tinter” will walk away with $7,500! We will also have copies of the latest issues on hand (in case you left yours at home) and would love to meet you face-to-face. www.windowfilmmag.com 

Booth #11526
SunTek Window Films
Commonwealth Laminating and Coating Inc./SunTek is displaying its Carbon™ series automotive film. The Martinsville, Va.-based film provider says this new line has been extremely well-received, resulting in two new introductions to the line: Carbon 70 and Carbon 55.

According to SunTek, this carbon-dyed film provides not only a great look that will resist fading, but excellent optical clarity while reducing both day and nighttime glare. It contains no metal layers that may interfere with cell phone, radio or navigation system signals and is backed by a lifetime warranty against peeling, cracking, adhesive failure and fading. www.suntekfilms.com

Booth #11812
CPFilms Inc.
CPFilms Inc. will display its LLumar Safety Film. The company says that, while this product has been used to prevent smash-and-grab theft, a recent test proves it can also prevent injury and even death during a side-impact accident.

Recently, at DEKRA Automobil Test Center, an independent automotive testing laboratory in Klettwitz, Germany, two different driver-side doors were installed on the frame of an Audi 80—one with no film and one with LLumar 7-mil safety film. In a simulated 16-kph pole impact, the un-filmed glass shattered and flew into the dummy’s face and body, while the filmed glass was contained. Stop by for more information and a demonstration. www.llumar.com

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