ESCOs & Engineers

3M Building Solutions for Energy Service Companies & Consulting Engineers

3M Window Films (Insulating / Sun Control and Safety & Security) are meaningful additions to the product portfolio and service offerings of ESCOs and Sustainable Engineering Firms.

3M Insulating Window Films

3M Insulating Films reduce a window's SHGC and U-Value, which in turn increase the energy efficiency of a building’s envelope. Window film can decrease energy consumption and reduce temperature imbalances, all at a fraction of the cost of glass replacement. This is especially helpful when seeking Local Law Compliance in cities such as New York, Boston, and Washington, DC. With a 3-9 year payback and films warrantied for up to 15 years, engineers are embracing our solutions for their clients.

Reduce utility bills by up to 10%
Reduce temperatures by up to 16°F
Improve ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager™ score by as much as 10 points
Earn up to 11 LEED points
May qualify for utility rebates
Reduce carbon footprint

We can estimate the impact of window film on most buildings using energy modeling software co-developed by the Department of Energy (DOE), 3M Company, and the International Window Film Association. EFILM, the software standard of the window film industry, is based on the DOE’s Energy Plus model. Or if you prefer, we can provide you with the 3M window film components specific to your software so that you can measure the impact of our window films yourself.

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In addition to estimating the payback of a 3M window film project, we will even apply for a grant or utility rebate on your client's behalf, or supply you with all of the information necessary to do it yourself. If you’re tasked with improving your customer’s LEED or Energy Star Portfolio Manager score, we can help with that too!

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Case Study

Energy Upgrade at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland's Rock and Roll Hall of Fame gets an upgrade with 3M Prestige Exterior Sun Control Window Film. Benefits to the Hall of Fame include better temperature regulation, 8%-12% estimated energy savings, and reduced load on HVAC systems.

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3M Safety & Security Window Films

Many ESCOs are working to increase the safety of schools in addition to energy efficiency. School safety has been a top priority with administrators due to the rise of school shootings. It is believed that the installation of 3M Safety & Security Window Films can make unwanted entry through glass more difficult. In fact, shortly after Sandy Hook, the superintendent of that district stated in an interview that window film could have been used to delay unwanted entry and give first responders more time to arrive onsite.