Given the recent attacks throughout the world it has become critically important to consider life safety measures to protect people from flying glass; the result of an explosion.
One simple, yet effective measure for asset protection and safety managers is the employment of glazing security window film attached to curbside terminal glass and entry way vestibules.
Advanced Film Solutions expert installers is well versed in the application of clear and tinted versions of these thicker (8 ML) shatter control films.
The history of effectiveness has been well-documented.
Our security films when properly installed and attached to the frames has met the criteria established by the Federal government post Oklahoma City, 1994.
The major window film manufacturers have had their security glazing films tested independently to meet GSA and Department of Defense standards for blast.
Advanced Film represents the Eastman portfolio of security films that includes LLumar, Vista, SunTek and Huper Optik.
Saint-Gobain’s Armorcoat series.
Madico and Madico Sunscape Coatings
The Israeli manufactured Hanita
Johnson Laminating Security Films
Advanced Film Solutions recommends the Dow Corning 995 wet sealant system to create an attachment system that maintains the integrity of the window envelope.
Our recent installation of glazing security film at the Sarasota International Airport is a ready demonstration of superior installation capabilities.
The entire land side terminal windows and doors are now protected to the same level of glass security as Federal buildings and US embassies throughout the world.
These versatile coatings are also effective for school and daycare center entry glass as well as religious institutions throughout Florida.
Many retailers utilize these films for smash and grab protection.
Call for a free estimate toll free at 877-575-3456
Window film is one of the most practical and affordable energy upgrades any homeowner can implement to make their home more comfortable and lower monthly energy costs.
This will be the 12th straight year that we have attended.
Window film experts will readily admit that our solutions are not as well known as we would prefer.
Sure we have done thousands of homes and commercial offices throughout the years; but many homeowners remain unfamiliar with this elegant solution.
Consumers may be considering costly window replacement when all they really needed was an application of our thin transparent coatings warranted for a lifetime!
Lifetime warranty.
Eliminates harmful UV by 99.9%
Stops glare
Provides increased security.
Lowers cooling costs by 50%
Once you determine that window film is an avenue to research the next decision will be which company to choose for the best value?
Homeowners throughout Tampa bay, Orlando and Sarasota appreciate the numerous benefits of having solar control window film applied to their windows.
Advanced Film Solutions has provided energy control films on nearly 23,000 homes in the last 14 years.
Our in home estimates allow our clients the opportunity to choose the perfect film for their specific requirements and aesthetic preferences.
Reflective, dual reflective coatings:
Our portfolio of films covers a wide range of light transmissions and heat filtering capabilities.
Dual reflective films present a reflective appearance from the exterior view and a lower reflection from the interior. These films allow for night vision and will give the homeowner daytime privacy while factoring out heat.
No other company in Florida has as many choices. The se films range from our 5% straight through light transmissions of 58-60%
Non- Reflective coatings:
Our Ceramic Huper Optik coatings and Vista ceramic and spectrally selective films are less reflective than glass.
These coatings are perfect for deed restricted gated communities and they block a range of total solar energy from 75% to 49%
It should be noted that darker films in any composition factor out more heat than lighter versions of these films. This includes our spectrally selective films that filter out IR wavelengths.
There are some 3M dealers who confuse IR wavelengths with heat. This confusion leads them to make erroneous claims that a lighter 70% film can block 97% of the heat. This is clearly untrue.
Solar control window film will filter out 99.9% of damaging UV rays while stopping up to 85% of the heat from entering your home or office.
Lighter non reflective ceramic films stop heat without altering the aesthetics of your glass or interfering with your views.
Lowered electric bills by 30% a month and combination solar safety films that provide the cooling comfort benefits with home and office security films.
Advanced Film Solutions can lower your monthly electric bill by 30% throughout the summer months. Cooler comfortable and glare free.
All coatings have a lifetime warranty!
Call for a free estimate and start cooling your home today!
Tampa Bay homeowners enjoy the mild climate during the winter months but throughout most of the year we combat hot rooms, constant glare and incredibly high electric bills.
Clear glass is the culprit since these windows and sliders allow heat and light into our homes.
The resulting heat has to be factored out using air conditioning and these costs are steadily rising.
Advanced Film Solutions is the regions leading installer of energy savings high performance window film.
Thin films are professionally applied to the interior side of your windows and doors. These energy efficient coatings can filter out nearly 85% of the heat and 99.9% of the UV.
Built for a lifetime of use and warranted for a lifetime of comfort Advanced Film offers a wide array of selections that match your unique requirements.
Eastman Chemical’s LLumar SelectPro Films include Vista, LLumar and Huper Optik ceramic films.
Our solar security films provide the energy capabilities combined with thicker, puncture resistant shatter control features that promote home safety and security.
Free estimates by calling our office at 877-575-3456.
Keeping heat from entering your home is a challenge for Tampa Bay homeowners.
Blinds, curtains and shutters can provide privacy and certainly the aesthetic appeal of these window accessories improves home value.
Unfortunately the tropical heat remains constant throughout the spring, summer and fall.
How does a savvy homeowner solve this conundrum?
Advanced Film Solutions solar blocking window film is installed directly on the interior surface of your windows.
These transparent coatings filter out nearly 100% of the UV rays while stopping as much as 85% of the heat from entering the interior.
Built for Florida’s heat; these films are warranted for a lifetime and your view is always protected.
In the past window film coatings were darker and typically reflective.
Today consumers have many more choices.
Huper Optik ceramic films are designed to factor out IR heat and in combination with ceramic coatings you can factor out visible light heat as well as the invisible hat wavelengths.
Totally non-metallic these films meet all deed restrictions and gated community rules.
The best time to tackle rising cooling costs and maintain comfort throughout the year is right now.
You’ve heard that this is probably the hottest summer in recorded history and whether you accept climate change or simply the reality of this increased heat, there is one simple solution for making your home or office cooler.
Advanced Film Solutions window film is applied to your glass. These clear coatings filter out heat up to 85% and nearly 100% of the harmful UV.
Once installed your AC works more efficiently since there is less heat to handle. Your monthly electric costs are lowered by 30% and your home becomes cooler and your furnishings are protected against fading.
It’s as simple as a phone call.
These films are durable and you’ll have a lifetime warranty against bubbling or peeling.
Our technicians are experts at window film application and our 8 time Super Service Awards from Angie’s List is a testimony for our credibility.
We offer more brands and solutions than any competitor starting with our Eastman Chemical’s LLumar SelectPro Vista, Huper Optik and LLumar brands.
Solar safety films that keep heat out while protecting your home from impact shattered glass and heat.
Designer privacy films that keep prying eyes from seeing into your home or office.
Property managers, asset protection, and security management have the critical responsibility to ensure safety for people and assets at soft target locations.
By soft target we are referring to facilities that may be targeted by extremists for potential explosives where security personnel are not typically employed.
Glass is an ineffective barrier and flying glass shards and debris can become catastrophic during a blast event.
The Federal Government under the auspices of the GSA and Department of Defense have established blast mitigation standards since the Oklahoma City bombing in 1994.
The Glazing protection films installed by Advanced Film Solutions meets these standards and these films provide this level of documented, tested people and asset protection.
It is highly recommended that the film installation is attached to storefront frames using an approved attachment system.
Advanced Film Solutions typically utilizes Dow Corning 995 Structural Silicone which has been tested and approved by the Federal officials including the Army Corps. of Engineers.
Advanced Film Solutions is flexible in the approved window film brands that meet these standards.
Eastman Chemicals LLumar, Vista and SunTek
Madico and Madico Sunscape
Saint-Gobain’s Armorcoat
Johnson Laminating
Hanita- Avery-Dennison
There are aesthetic variations between these films but the safety level is equal as all the films represented meet the GSA standards.
Many property and asset protection managers consider solar safety security films that not only provide the life safety benefits but also provide solar heat gain reduction and privacy (reflective combination films.)
We recommend that you consider a free site survey and estimate.
These are difficult times and no one is happy about the need to consider these covert methods for protecting your personnel and assets.
Nevertheless; if you are concerned about a potential threat (think religious institution or schools) than these effective methods should be strongly considered!
You might also consider our dual purpose security and safety films that provide protection against forced entry.
These coatings are much thicker than the standard solar films and can be anchored to the slider frames so entry will be denied.
The aesthetic look of your home will be preserved with our ceramic films by Eastman’s Huper Optik series.
These German manufactured coatings filter out visible light as well as IR heat. This provides better total solar energy rejection which would typically be found in reflective films.
Why suffer through another long, hot and expensive summer?
