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News Release from: Ritec International | Subject: ClearShield
Edited by the Buildingtalk Editorial
Team on 23 November 2006
ClearShield from Ritec marks a milestone
ClearShield, the leading, tried and tested technology that converts ordinary glass to Low-M (Low Maintenance) Glass, marks a major milestone for the innovative system.
It is 25 years since ClearShield, the revolutionary glass surface protection technology, was first discovered For Ritec, the company that developed the product into a worldwide brand, ClearShield's silver anniversary marks a major milestone for the innovative system and emphasises its enduring success
This article was originally published on Buildingtalk on 23 Nov 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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Today, ClearShield is the leading, tried and tested technology that converts ordinary glass to Low-M (Low Maintenance) Glass.
When Ritec's Stephen Byers and his wife Karen acquired the rights to new glass surface protection back in 1981 they immediately saw the market potential.
However, getting the embryonic technology to a saleable product required the assistance of universities and industry and technical experts.
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From 1983 to 1985, marine field tests were successfully undertaken, proving the performance of ClearShield in some of the harshest conditions.
As a result, Ritec introduced the system for use on glass in commercial and industrial buildings and other market sectors soon followed, including decorative glass, shower enclosures and residential glazing.
"25 years on, ClearShield is the most used and the most versatile glass protection technology available and has picked up several awards along the way," says Stephen Byers.
Indeed, versatility is one of the keys to ClearShield's continuing success.
ClearShield is suitable for all types of glass in many different environments.
It can be used on interior and exterior, clear and sandblasted glass and provides long-lasting protection against both organic and inorganic contaminants.
As a result, the applications for ClearShield are wide and varied, including architectural glazing, conservatory roofs, shower screens, glass on marine vessels, interior design and sandblasted glass.
ClearShield is also versatile in terms of application as it can be sprayed with manual or automatic equipment in the factory prior to installation or applied onsite for glass already installed.
"As a further health and safety benefit, ClearShield is the only technology that is non-flammable and has no hazard classification," claims Stephen Byers.
Over the years, Ritec has built a strong network of distributors including a wholly-owned subsidiary in the UK and two joint-ventures, ClearShield Technologies LLC in the USA and Bohle ClearShield in Europe.
ClearShield therefore has complete global coverage.
"ClearShield's longevity is clearly something to celebrate and reflects the product's proven track record out in the field," says Stephen Byers.
"We've come a long way since 1981 and we will continue to invest in research and development to improve this technology even further for the benefit of our many customers throughout the world".
For further information about the award-winning ClearShield glass renovation, protection and maintenance system, or any of the other products in Ritec's revolutionary range, visit the website.
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