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City Offices Cooler Safer Advanced Film Solutions Shatter Window Film

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Our installation crew was in full force when we completed this outstanding installation of Vista Film on the City of Largo offices in Pinellas County.

 

This combination solar security film provides security from forced entry as well as building perimeter glazing protection.

Advanced Film Solutions is Tampa Bay’s leading window film installation company.

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Our A Plus Rating with the Better Business Bureau and Super Service Award winners for the last seven years are testimony to the trust we have earned.

This dynamic solution meets GSA 3A and Department of Defense requirements.  Factory Mutual Approval and a host of impact and cycling testing.

Suitable for a broad range of applications, Vista offers security films meeting numerous certifications and test standards in the United
States, Europe and around the world, including:

  • ANSI Z97.1 and CPSC 16 CFR 1201 Cat I and II
  • General Services Administration (GSA) and United Facilities Criteria (UFC)
  • ASTM Large Missile Level C and Small Missile requirements
  • Underwriters Laboratory UL972 Forced Entry requirements
  • Factory Mutual FM Approvals 4350 Small Missile
  • EN356, level P2A

Advanced Film Solutions was uniquely qualified to perform this installation and our entire team looks forward to providing similar results for commercial and residential clients throughout the Tampa Bay area and Orlando region.

Call toll free 877-575-3456 for a free estimate!
 

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Window Tinting Delivers Cooler Tampa Bay Offices

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Imagine working in an office where the sunlight beats on your desk throughout the day making it impossible to see your computer or avoid heat and eye strain?

That was the problem for our client who manages a large commercial office building in Tampa.

Their goal was to solve the heat and glare and lower their monthly electric costs.
 

They chose Advanced Film Solutions Tampa Bay’s leader in window film installations.

 

 

We consulted with the key decision makers and reviewed various window film alternatives. 

We offered a full range of light transmissions and aesthetic possibilities.

Delivering the best alternatives in the industry is what defines Advanced Film Solutions. 

No other window film company matches our portfolio of solutions, capabilities, expertise or experience.

The result:
 
 
 
  • The glare has been reduced by more than 85%

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  • The UV that damaged their furnishings has been virtually eliminated.

  • Our crews completed several thousand square feet in just over one day limiting any inconvenience and meeting our client’s expectations.
  • The solar control film eliminates more than 84% of the total solar energy.

Call Advanced Film Solutions toll free for a free estimate: 877-575-3456

Florida School Safety Glass Security Window Film Compare Brands

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The life safety considerations involved with selecting the best choice for your school glass security must be based on objective criteria.

Advanced Film Solutions has undertaken the same due diligence as campus security personnel would take to develop the best security choices combined with real world cost analysis and return on investment.

The security fragment retention physical security criteria was developed in the aftermath of terrorist attacks including the Oklahoma City bombing and embassy bombings around the world.

The Federal guidelines are typically referred to as GSA blast criteria and subsequently testing done for the Department of Defense.

The following window film choices and brands have met and exceeded these requirements. There is no additional test of strength by the Federal government and any implied superiority by any manufacturer is strictly a sale pitch rather than a safety advantage.

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LLumar Film (dozens of choices in clear, privacy silver and neutral films that offer energy savings.

Vista Film: Dual reflective aesthetically pleasing films that lower energy costs and are less reflective for evening vision.

Hanita Safety Zone Films. They are manufactured in Israel and have extensive blast and intrusion safety experience.

Madico: Also available in tinted energy savings versions along with their dual reflective Sunscape Film

SunTek: These economically priced alternatives include solar versions and clear safety security films.

Johnson Film; Clear and solar versions.

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Attachment systems:

The independent testing typically involved the use of an attachment system.

The most economical and effective from a safety and cost perspective are the wet glazed systems and in particular the use of Dow Corning 995 structural silicon.

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There are nuances between these choices  that are totally based on appearance and energy efficiency. That  decision can be made based on the objectives you are trying to achieve outside of the security benefit.

Let Advanced Film Solutions experts show you the difference in appearance and material costs.

Get a free estimate by calling toll free 877-575-3456

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Window Film Performance Comparisons, Tampa, Orlando

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Advanced Film Solutions is the number one choice in window film for homeowners and commercial property managers throughout west and central Florida.

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Our experience is unmatched (based on our 33 years at 3M and subsequently as a family owned and operated window film company.

Our installers have earned Advanced Film Solutions an A Plus rating with the Better Business Bureau (accredited) and we have earned the Best of Home Advisor Award and the Super Service Award from Angi for  eight consecutive years.

Many window film competitors simply can’t match this level of expertise or the fact that we are licensed, insured and our employees are covered by Workers Comp.

We take our selling equation a step further because we are objectively offering solutions that best match our clients requirements.

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We represent the leading window film solutions and technology.

Eastman Chemical’s suite of films including Vista, LLumar and Huper Optik.

Madico and their elite Sunscape portfolio.

Hanita solar security film made in Israel.

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Solar Gard and their Armorcoat Security Coatings.

Johnson Laminating

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3M Fasara decorative designer and 3M Scotchcal Vinyl

The best installs with the widest and deepest choices in solar performance and security protection.

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NFRC rated coatings so the performance you’ll receive is documented and tested.

Call for a free estimate and comparison.

Toll Free at: 877-575-3456

Locally at:

813-949-3456

 941-822-8841

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Florida School Safety Security Glazing Window Film Solutions

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These are worrisome times given the recent examples of senseless violence at the nation’s public and private schools the last several years.

 

Education professionals and safety admins along with concerned parents have identified key components of improved safety plans.

 

One facet of perimeter protection is the installation of safety security impact rated glazing films.

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Advanced Film Solutions represents and provides expert installations of the world’s leading security glazing films.

Our portfolio consists of the following coatings all at a minimum thickness of 8 ML. 

These coatings are all GSA rated 3A, 3B and have met the Department of Defense criteria and European Impact Testing!

  • Eastman Chemical LLumar and Vista solar security films:
  • Saint-Gobain Armorcoat Film
  • Madico Safety Film
  • SunTek Security Film
  • Hanita Safety Zone Film

Our technicians are full trained in the installation of wet sealant and mechanical attachment systems that create a system between the film, glass and frames.

Choices include clear security films that provide safety and security without altering the appearance of the facility.

Solar reflective combination films that provide daytime privacy which assists in increasing security levels since targets can not be observed from the exterior of the facility.

Modestly tinted versions that provide energy costs savings and may qualify for local rebates.

Call Advanced Film Solutions today for a free estimate toll free at 877-575-3456