Window Tint and Tinting Training within Suffolk and Essex
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Window tints for automotive use have come a long way over the past decade. Substantial improvements in product performance and installation techniques have made films for vehicles of all types a hot commodity! Film installation is an increasingly profitable enterprise in thousands of retail outlets around the country—creating new career opportunities.
Course topics
• Tools
• Glass Preparation
• Pattern Cutting
• Liner Stripping
• Heat Forming
• Film Lay-up
• Squeegee-ing
• Border Checking/Sealing
Tools of the trade
Automotive film installers have a large variety of tools to aid in the installation process. We will review the various tools and their applications. A complete list of tools for purchase will be supplied.
Glass Preparation and Cleaning
Having clean, contaminant free glass is essential to long lasting, quality installations. We will review various glass cleaning methods and the proper mixing of tint solutions.
Pattern Cutting
Techniques on cutting out door glasses and the proper use of the olfa knife will be covered. Time will be given to cutting out around window hardware.
Film Lay-up
We will cover the application of window tints while paying special attention to reducing contamination. For door installations, various methods of tucking the tint behind the door moldings will be reviewed.
Heat Forming
Much time will be spent on heat forming window tints onto door glasses, quarter glasses, and back glasses. There will be extensive hands on training for one piece and two piece back glass installations.
Finalizing Film Installation
After the film has been applied, we will go over squeegee-ing and solution removal, finishing off the edges, and heating out of any residual fingers
When you finish your training, you will have acquired the knowledge and techniques needed to become a professional installer. The rest is practice and determination.
If you're a beginner, two full days are recommended. Day 1 will be spent covering all areas of window tints application with some hands-on training. Day 2 will be all hands-on. Groups of two or more will require 2 to 3 days.
Window tinting is an ever-changing art. autoinnovations is committed to providing the most up to date technical information and installation techniques. Our aim is to help you be successful as an installer and/or business owner, using the most advanced and successful techniques, providing your customer with a high-quality film installation.