On April 30th, 2012 Madico received the final, signed agreement for representation of the Madico Backsheet products by Enlog LLC, a worldwide New York based sales company focused solely on the Photovoltaic Industry.

This focused, and seasoned, experience with the Photovoltaic Market was an important factor for Madico when seeking out candidates for representation. “Both of our companies have a long history in PV,” stated John Storms, Madico’s Senior Sales Manager. “Enlog has been in the business since 1995, and has a very reputable presence in India that will complement Madico’s strong brand in this region. We are excited about the long term growth opportunities for PV in that region.” As the Photovoltaic market continues to grow, Madico anticipates this new agreement will help to expand and strengthen their presence in the represented territories, especially in that of India.

“Enlog LLC could not feel more positive about working with Madico, a proven and innovative leader in back sheet technology. This is an excellent addition to our portfolio of high quality PV module components. We look forward to growing together in these rapidly developing markets.” commented Franz Kaufmann, President of Enlog LLC.

Madico has more than 20 years experience in the market themselves; they are confident that teaming with Enlog will result in success for both parties. Both companies look forward to working together in the months ahead.

For more information, please visit www.madicopv.com and www.enlog.us

Download the official press release here.

Madico is proud to announce that we will be exhibiting at the International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off™ 2012 (IWFC) September 20-22.

IWFC was first held in 2000 and in 2011 the International Window Film Association signed on as the co-sponsor of the event, along with Window Film magazine. The IWFC was created to provide an educational venue for film technicians, company owners, managers and suppliers to come and learn from one another as well as industry experts.

The IWFC is an international event providing unmatched learning experience to all who are involved. In addition to the seminars, the event is host to the International Window Film Tint-Offs™ – two divisions, an automotive and architectural, are held to showcase film technicians’ applications.  A trade show floor is also present where attendees can mingle with manufacturers and suppliers; see the latest products available; and take part in demonstrations from some of the top industry installers.

To register for the event click here. Early bird registration ends June 29!

The International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off is co-sponsored by Window Film magazine and the International Window Film Association.

Please plan to visit Madico Window Films at Booth #303!

Madico will exhibit at the SNEC 2012 PV Power Expo. Visit us at booth N4 685!

The exhibition will be held 16-18 May, 2012 at the Shanghai New International Expo Center. For more info about the exhibition, visit the official webpage. We hope to see you there!

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Madico Window Films would like to thank our valued dealers and prospective customers who attended theseries of Open Houses we hosted throughout the U.S. in March and April.  We were pleased to have so many people in the industry attend these exciting events!

Each Open House featured a live DefenZall Paint Protection demonstration, the “Black Pearl Shrink Challenge,” and a Tint-Off.  The Tint-Off presented a unique opportunity for our group to see our customers in action. The craftsmanship and efficiency with which each dealer worked was impressive!

Dealers also had the opportunity to take advantage of exclusive film specials. Corporate staff members were available at each Open House to have one-on-one conversations with customers on topics such as marketing, the new Sunscape program, business development and more.

We look forward to continuing to personally connect with our dealers at future events!

Dealers will benefit from the Measurement and Verification Tools page detailing the various methods available to measure the energy saving benefits of Madico films.  Consumers can educate themselves on the various film properties using our Solar Optical Properties – Glossary of Terms.

This new section features numerous Installation Instructions and Tips to assist dealers in the application of our professional grade products as well as White Papers that cover some real world examples of film installations.

Whether you are a consumer looking to educate yourself on the benefits of window film for your home or commercial building or a long-time dealer looking for new tools to grow your business, we hope that our website will become a valuable resource.

Click here to view the Technical Resources page.

In a press release issued this week, the International Window Film Association (IWFA), a nonprofit group, announced that millions of commercial truck drivers on big rigs can now use window film on the cab’s side windows to keep them safe from the sun’s UVA rays, which have been linked to skin cancer.

The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA), clarification to safety regulations relating to a truck’s window visibility now allows the use of compliant window films on big rigs, according to the IWFA. Historically, the enforcement community and the trucking industry have taken the position that no film is allowed on any commercial vehicle.

“The clarification represents information that impacts millions of truck drivers who drive many hours at a stretch in ‘big rigs’ weighing more than 26,000 pounds,” said Darrell Smith, executive director of the IWFA. “The FMCSA has agreed with the International Window Film Association that the use of ‘clear’ window films with a minimum 70 percent visibility rating installed on the front side windows is permitted,” he added. “Sadly long-haul drivers, have faced skin cancer as ‘one of the hazards of the job’ and we hope to help change that with this clarification,” said Smith.

The change in what is permitted follows numerous reports of higher than average rates of skin cancer on the left side of the face and arm, according to a 2011 article in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. That article pointed to driver-side UVA exposure as a likely contributor to the disease.

“The health and safety of America’s truck drivers is of the utmost importance to American Trucking Associations,” said ATA President and CEO Bill Graves. “Whether it is doing more to battle obesity and sleep apnea, or helping our drivers avoid skin cancer, ATA has consistently advocated for sensible regulations to ensure our drivers get and stay healthy. We appreciate the efforts of the IWFA to help our industry take another step in that direction,” he added.

Professionally installed window film typically reduces exposure to UV radiation by up to 99 percent, reduces glare, interior fading and hot spots. In personal vehicles many jurisdictions have legislation that specifies, and may limit, what can be applied to the windows. For further information go to http://www.iwfa.com/ConsumerInfo/Automotive.aspx.

About the International Window Film Association The International Window Film Association (IWFA) (http://www.iwfa.com) is a unified industry body of window film dealers, distributors, and manufacturers that facilitates the growth of the industry by providing unbiased research, influencing policy and promoting awareness of window film. The organization builds alliances with trade associations, utilities and government agencies to advance dealers’ and distributors’ businesses and provide value to their customers.

We invite you to get connected with the Madico Service Center nearest you at our series of Open Houses starting this week! Call us for more information at 888-887-2022 or email windowfilm@madico.com.

Madico South Texas – Houston, Texas

 Leonard Hanham- Warehouse Supervisor, Debra Skees- Sr. Customer Service Rep, Raul Flores- Regional Sales Consultant, Alan Morgan- Branch Manager, Brett Rodriguez – Sales Representative (not pictured)

Madico Mid-America – Dallas, Texas

Reggie Pruitt - Warehouse Coordinator, Candy Wirsching - Branch Manager, Misty Sherman - Customer Service Representative, Jason Fuqua - Sr. Customer Service Representative

 Madico Florida – St. Petersburg, Florida

Linda Graham - Customer Service Representative, Rufus Bolton - Warehouse Coordinator and Terry Eldridge - Branch Manager

Madico Southwest – Tempe, Arizona

Madico Southwest - Dennis Labadini - Office Manager, Frank Ramirez - Warehouse Coordinator, Mike Buckenmaier - Sales Representative, Armondo Williams - Customer Service Representative

 Madico Southeast – Kennesaw, Georgia

Ed Neary - Warehouse Coordinator, Savita Ali - Customer Service Representative and Martha Frangione Branch Manager

 Madico South – Huntington Beach, California

Penny Patrick - Branch Manager, Roger Ramirez - Warehouse Coordinator, Davonn Appling - Warehouse Coordinator, Cesar Enriquez - Sales Representative, Valarie McConnico - Customer Service Representative

Madico Northeast – Windsor, Connecticut

Julie Tkacz- Customer Service Representative, Dawn Carrubba, Branch Manager and Joe Gonzalez- Warehouse Coordinator

“Without a doubt, window film offers an enormous potential for energy savings in the California market in all retrofit remodeling applications,” said Darrell Smith, executive director of the IWFA. “When widely installed the resulting reduction of peak demand on utilities and greenhouse gases will further the state’s reputation as an environmental leader,” he added.

California-based ConSol made the independent analysis. Their study compared installing window film on existing structures in the state to other traditional energy saving techniques such as updating HVAC systems, air sealing and caulking, and adding R-38 ceiling insulation, and found that window film came out ahead.

The group used many of the same informational processes that the California Energy Commission utilizes in determining energy savings. The report can be found here.

“With over 70 percent of the buildings and homes in the California market having been constructed before 1980, window film has to be high on the list for every building retrofit project across the state,” said Mike Hodgson, president of ConSol.

In existing commercial structures, window film’s energy savings alone can offer a payback of less than two years, or up to a 70 percent return on investment depending on the construction, location and window film used, according to the study. For example, window film offers the opportunity to lower air conditioning costs and save on lighting bills by reducing solar heat gain, while letting in natural light without the negative impact of harsh glare and UV exposure.

Madico Window Films is a proud and active member of the IWFA.

Our new Madico Northeast service center now meets the needs of dealers in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia and Washington, DC. The location in Windsor, CT also allows us to offer one-day shipping to nearly the entire territory. The service center carries the complete line of Madico Window Films and Sun-Gard Window films, along with tools and other dealer support accessories.

The Madico Northeast location is run by a great team that includes Dawn Carrubba, Northeast Branch Manager and Julie Tkacz, Customer Service Representative. Dawn and Julie can be reached at 888-887-2022.  David Metcalf is our newest sales representative who will be making his way around the Northeast to meet with dealers. He can be reached on his cell phone at 860-786-8445 or via email at dmetcalf@madico.com. Madico and everyone at the service center looks forward to providing our valued
dealers in the Northeast with continued superior customer service and a full range of product offerings.