Panorama® PremierPlus Warranty
Warranties are supposed to offer peace of mind. Now there is one that is actually winning bids. And only Official Panorama Dealers have it. The new Panorama® PremierPlus warranty program fully replaces a glass manufacturer’s warranty, and represents the most complete coverage in the industry.
The PremierPlus warranty not only applies to window film for more years than any other warranty available today, it also matches the window manufacturer’s warranty against seal failure, and provides ten years protection against glass breakage.
Dealers are embracing this warranty with open arms, telling us it is a competitive advantage that drives right to the core of customer concerns. By downloading the Panorama® PremierPlus Warranty Launch Kit today, you’ll give yourself a competitive edge and your customer’s true piece of mind.
No Room for Speculation
Whether you sign up for the Panorama® PremierPlus warranty (and receive complementary access), or whether you sign up independently, you’ll want to familiarize yourself with the Specularis residential energy analysis and film selection tool. Designed to help you quantify the benefits of window film to home owners, Specularis was developed specifically for Panorama dealers and is receiving great feedback from the field.
There’s no doubt about it: energy savings is a complex challenge, and Specularis can help you explain these savings along with comfort and fading advantages to your prospective customers.
To learn more, and to show your customers this new tool, click here.
Installation success stories from coast to coast: Sunmasters in Portland, Maine
If you haven’t visited Portland, Maine yet, be sure to put it on your list. The Old Port District is complemented by immaculate architecture and a city-wide respect for history, balanced with a sprinkle of modern zest to enthrall tourists and residents alike. Preserving the views of the city's famous waterfront, and paying the winter heating bills, are two things folks in Maine take very seriously.
One of the largest buildings in this historic district, and home to some of the city’s largest commercial tenants faced some real discomforts due to aging windows. More than 25 years ago, the single-pane glass was covered with a film that had since turned a lovely shade of purple. It was so unsightly that the City’s Public Safety Department had inquired about the structural integrity of the building, as it appeared to have cracking glass on all floors. The building manager had to continuously defend the building’s appearance, reminding everyone that it was just peeling window film. Complicating matters further, certain sides of the building had such tremendous heat gain that chillers often ran in the dead of winter.
After a very competitive bid, Sunmasters was awarded the project of removing the old film and replacing it with newer technologies. Skip Baker’s team had to first chisel off thousands of square feet of baked-on film before applying Panorama Slate 10, the only film that met both the solar and energy needs of the building. A very savvy client, the contact knew his building well, and knew what he needed for solar reflectivity and energy savings; he even ran his own meter calculations. Against 3M and Madico, Panorama Slate 10 was the only film that showed any energy difference at all.
Removal of the old film had to be done at night, no exceptions. Sunmasters came in three weeks ahead of schedule, and the impact of their work was felt immediately: the chillers had to be reset throughout the building because the tenants were too cold.
The next time you’re in Portland, look to Middle Street in the Canal Plaza, and you may catch the building owners reflecting wisely on their decision, “The building looks brand new!”
Don’t forget: if you have a unique or challenging installation you’d like to share with Bekaert, the press and other dealers, please email us at bsf@matternow.com.
Under the Energy Policy Act of 2005, window film is considered an insulation material or system that is specifically and primarily designed to reduce heat loss or gain of a residence. This means that states that a 10% tax credit, not exceeding $500, may be provided to those individuals who buy qualified energy efficiency improvements.
What’s needed by Panorama customers to file for the credit?
- IRS tax Form 5695 – Residential Energy Credits (reference Part 1, 2a)
- Copy of official dealer invoice from installation occurring in 2006
- Copy of Bekaert certification statement (obtained through dealer)
We’ll save you some effort: the information, forms and links you and your customer need are on the Panorama website.
Remember: This tax incentive goes away after December 31, 2007.
Calling all great success stories!
To enter, tell us in 200 words or less, why this installation stands out from other great work you do. Please include installation city and state and the amount and type of film applied. Include as many details about the installation as possible (type of commercial building, challenges with particular windows, reasons for wanting window film, etc.)
For now, this is for internal use only, so don’t worry about getting approvals from the customer. If your installation is selected as a finalist, we will need approvals and photographs from the client. .
New deadline: December 1, 2007. Send your entries to installationstory@matternow.com or call 978-499-9250 x 227 for more information and complete rules.
Take the Extreme Installer Challenge
Please join Cheryl Call of Window Kote of St. Petersburg and the entire Bekaert team in congratulating Brian on his dedication to the industry -- 19 successful years of service!
Cheryl says, “Brian's work results are perfection whether he is doing an expensive high rise condominium, or a mobile home. Brian takes the time to educate customers as to what benefits to expect from their film. Brian is a credit to our company and our industry.”
Don’t forget: Bekaert will profile great installers in each newsletter. Tell us how your employees stack up in providing outstanding service, window artistry or sales support. Nominate your staff today!
To enter, e-mail the following details to us at extremeinstaller@matternow.com
- Organization name and contact
- Installer name
- Years installing window film
Tell us why this person is an Extreme Installer. Is it for his/her outstanding
__ Artistry (is adept and experienced at complex installations)
__ Customer service (customers have called out this individual for great service)
__ Sales support (helps you cross-promote, or upsell on a regular basis)
__ Product knowledge (demonstrated thorough knowledge of all window film products)
__ Longevity with your organization
How long has this person worked with you:____
In your own words, why is this individual an Extreme Installer? (250 words)
We look forward to learning more about your staff!
Panorama in the News
Panorama dealers represent the best products in the industry, and deliver service and support that sets the standard for the marketplace.
In the third quarter of 2007 Panorama has been in the media spotlight regularly, appearing in a diverse range of publications including Re-New Magazine, The Indianapolis Star and the Providence Journal. Other Panorama coverage this quarter includes:
- Re-New Magazine, Summer 2007, Keeping Cool in Hot Times”
- Associated Press, July 2007, “Window films can boost safety and cut costs
- ”Indianapolis Star, July 2007, “A pretty picture (window): Film products offer safety, energy savings and an unspoiled view”
- Providence Journal, July 2007, “Window films can boost safety and cut costs”
Look out for the latest press in the new online press room.
Have a story idea you’d like to share in Panorama Dealer Newsletter? How about a success story or ideas for press releases and articles? Email your contact information and a brief description to bsf@matternow.com.