Smart Film Inc.

What Smart Film Inc. does

Smart Film Inc. manufactures polymer-dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) switchable film and finished smart glass products that transition between transparent and opaque states when low-voltage current is applied. The film is laminated onto or between glass panels and is wired to a controller, allowing privacy or projection functionality in residential, commercial, healthcare, retail, and institutional settings. The product is sold under the claim of being the only UL Recognized Smart Film in North America, positioning it for code-sensitive projects such as healthcare facilities, schools, and corporate headquarters.

The company is headquartered in Beamsville, Ontario, with a recently added manufacturing facility in Clearwater, Florida. It operates with a small internal team (reported at 1-10 employees) and reaches the market primarily through a network of 220+ certified dealers across North America and the Caribbean, supplemented by direct enterprise sales to OEMs and large end customers such as Samsung, Shopify, RBC, Ford, Pfizer, and Peloton, plus institutional buyers including SickKids, RE/MAX, the Green Bay Packers, the New York Yankees, and Villanova University. The product integrates with major smart-home and building-automation platforms (Alexa, Google Home, Lutron, Meross, Crestron, Control4), enabling control via voice, app, or central control systems.

The business model is a project-based specialty hardware sale: revenue is generated per square foot of installed film or per finished smart glass unit, sold either through certified dealers (who carry inventory, quote, and install) or directly to enterprise accounts. Pricing is value-based and tied to UL certification, integrator compatibility, and the privacy/projection value to the end user rather than commodity glass pricing. The company has not disclosed external funding rounds, suggesting growth has been financed through reinvested earnings, and is privately held.

Name

Smart Film Inc.

Legal name

Smart Film Inc.

Website

https://smartfilmglass.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Smart Film Inc. is a Canadian manufacturer of UL-Recognized PDLC switchable smart film and smart glass, sold through 220+ certified dealers and direct enterprise accounts across North America for privacy and projection applications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Architectural Smart Glass and Switchable Privacy Film

NAICS

Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (33513), Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing (335139), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593)

SIC

Unsupported Plastics Film & Sheet (3081), Flat Glass (3211), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827)

akta.pro primary industry

Electrical & Electronics Film/Sheet Extrusion (Insulating Films, Display/Optical Films) (IMANACAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Barrier & Specialty Films (EVOH, PVDC, Metallized, AlOx/SiOx Coated) (IMALABAC), Smart Lighting & Electrical (Bulbs, Switches, Outlets, Panels) (HSAPAQAC)

Keywords

• Switchable privacy film
• PDLC smart glass
• Electronic window tint
• Architectural glazing solutions
• Custom glass fabrication

Headquarters

HQ city

Beamsville

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Custom Smart Film Products: Custom-cut PDLC Smart Film sold to customers directly or through dealer network. Products are precision laser cut to exact project dimensions, electrically prepared and tested before shipment. Revenue generated from material sales with typical range of $50-$150 per square foot depending on product type and certification level.
2. Smart Glass Units: Factory-manufactured Smart Glass panels containing integrated PDLC technology within laminated or insulated glass units. Sold as complete glazing products for new construction or replacement. Pricing varies by size, thickness (8-18mm standard), and configuration.
3. Transitional/Photochromic Film: Self-tinting adaptive window films sold by linear foot from 60 inch rolls. Price starts at $8.00 per square foot. Provides automatic UV-responsive tinting without electrical power.
4. Transformers and Power Supplies: UL Listed/CSA Approved transformers specifically designed for PDLC Smart Film applications. Available as hardwired or plug-in variants. Essential component for all smart film installations.
5. Control Systems and Switches: Smart Film switches and control options including wall switches, remote controls, Meross/Lutron smart switches, WiFi plugs, automation controllers, and app-based control systems. Various SKUs for different control preferences.
6. Installation Accessories: Power transfer systems for doors and windows, WireMold cable management, silicone sealants, door loops, and mounting hardware. Professional installation support components.
7. Demo Kits: Smart Film and Smart Glass demonstration kits for dealers, architects, and designers. Portable samples for client meetings and trade shows. Includes power supply and control switch.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Smart Film Inc. manufactures and supplies custom-cut PDLC switchable smart film, integrated smart glass panels, photochromic transitional film, and supporting installation accessories (transformers, switches, cable management). Products transform glass between transparent and frosted states on demand for privacy, UV protection, projection, and energy efficiency. Sales are fulfilled directly to customers and through a 220+ certified dealer and OEM network across North America and the Caribbean.

Product overview

Smart Film Inc. offers a comprehensive portfolio of PDLC-based switchable privacy glass products centered on two core offerings: Smart Film (self-adhesive retrofit film applied to existing glass) and Smart Glass (laminated/insulated glass units with integrated PDLC technology for new construction). The portfolio extends to product variants including Black Smart Film for enhanced visual separation, Transitional Film (photochromic adaptive tinting), and Automatic Window Tint solutions. Supporting the core products is a complete accessories ecosystem encompassing Smart Film Switches (wall switches, smart home integration via Meross/Lutron, remotes, app controls), Transformers (UL Listed power supplies), and Wiremold Cable Management (power transfer systems, door loops, cable management). The company provides Demo Kits for dealer demonstrations and custom fabrication services for both residential and commercial applications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smart Film (PDLC Switchable Privacy Film) Self-adhesive PDLC switchable film that transforms existing glass from clear to frosted instantly when electrically powered, designed for retrofit installation on smooth, clean glass surfaces. Sold as custom-cut, pre-wired systems ready for professional installation, typically $50-$150 per square foot installed.
• Smart Glass (Laminated PDLC Glass Units) Factory-manufactured laminated and double-pane insulated glass units with UL Certified Smart Film PDLC technology integrated inside, available 8-18mm thick, with options for fire-rated, anti X-ray, or tinted layers. Designed for new construction and replacement glazing, typically $100-$150+ per square foot.
• Transitional (Photochromic) Film Sunlight-responsive photochromic window film that automatically adjusts tint based on UV intensity (20-40% shade variation) without electrical power. Reacts within 30 seconds to UV light at 395 nanometers and reverts within 5 minutes, sold by the linear foot from 60-inch rolls starting at $8.00 per square foot.
• Smart Film Transformers (UL Listed Power Supplies) UL Listed and CSA Approved transformers specifically designed for PDLC Smart Film and Smart Glass applications, available in hardwired or plug-in variants with stable voltage output and silent operation. Essential component for every smart film installation.
• Smart Film Switches and Control Systems Control options for Smart Film including standard wall switches, remote controls, Meross and Lutron smart switches, WiFi plugs, automation controllers, and app-based control systems compatible with smart home and building automation platforms.
• Wiremold Cable Management and Power Transfer Systems Power transfer and cable management solutions for Smart Film installations, including door loops, mortise door loops, electric power transfer hinges, WireMold cable management, silicone sealants, and sliding door contacts for clean professional installations.
• Smart Film and Smart Glass Demo Kits Portable demonstration samples including working Smart Film and Smart Glass pieces with power supply and control switch, designed for dealers, architects, designers, and installers to demonstrate switchable privacy glass to clients during meetings and trade shows.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99% UV ray blocking in both powered and unpowered states
• +7 more outcomes

Named customers16 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration7 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Metro Tint (Glendale, AZ)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Glendale, Arizona providing Smart Film installation services for the southwestern United States market.
• Smartfilms (Port Coquitlam, BC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in British Columbia providing installation and support services for Canadian customers.
• Florida Window Films (Clearwater, FL)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Clearwater, Florida serving Pinellas and Hillsborough counties with local installation services.
• Total Tinting LLC (O'Fallon, MO)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Missouri providing Smart Film installation services for the St. Louis metropolitan area.
• Sun Shade Victoria (Victoria, BC)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer serving Vancouver Island and surrounding areas with Smart Film installation services.
• Franklin Tint (Oshawa, ON)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in Ontario serving the Durham region with Smart Film products and installation.
• National Security & Window Filming (Oak Forest, IL)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNational security and window filming company providing Smart Film installations with government and institutional experience.
• SunControl Specialist/Turlock (Turlock, CA)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer in California's Central Valley providing Smart Film installation services.
• C-Thru Window Film (Chicago metro)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAuthorized dealer serving the entire Chicagoland metro area including areas of Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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