City of Apache Junction Window Film Applications

The City of Apache Junction and Made In The Shade Inc have been working together for many years! We do provide a Large Variety of Services (Films of all types: Sun Control for Home and Office and Vehicals, Decorative and Graphic, and Safety and Security. Coverings Of all Types: Blinds, Shutters, and Roller Shades and Screens) so we have the Honor of Serving many of the municipality's in AZ. Here are just a few we have provided for Apache Junction AZ!

We have Filmed several City Vehicle's for various Departments over the years! This helps protect the interiors against the Brutal AZ Sun and the People in the Vehicle are protected from Skin Cancer and Driving is safer because the Glare is reduced and in the event of an accident the film will help protect vehicle occupants from flying glass shards! My 25 year old son Jacob is alive today because, film stopped the glass from spraying his (then 3 year old) Body and face, during an head on collision! 

MITS has helped solve sun control issues due to Glare, Heat and Privacy and some times even Decorative!


 


  Apache Junction High School AJ High school had a brutal problem with heat and glare in the main entry lobby. The entry was designed to have a open beautiful feel, but the amount of energy coming through the factory tinted dual pane was to much. MITS Inc recommended a Dual Reflective Night Vision film that stopped 82% of the visual glare and an additional 40% of the heat and all the UV rays! This helped greatly reduce the high temperature swings in this west area of the building. Desert Vista Elementary is another of the schools we have done repeated work for. Decorative frost film was used in the cafeteria on glass doors that separated the lunch area from the teachers lounge. We have completed work for many of the other AJ schools over the years and given major discounts to them because we support learning!


 

 The municipal court house also had a huge energy problem and the same family of films were used on their entry way as the AJ High School! This led to other projects with the City Manager including their main office! The project we are most proud of is the Apache Junction Library! Again the main entry way had excessive glass facing East and West. The air conditioning could not keep up in the summer and the Glare made the main lobby unbearable. This job meant so much to us because we knew that this library meant so much to the people of AJ! What an honor to have been a part of solving their energy problems! We at MITS are so thankful for the work they have given us and we say Great Job AJ for going Green and having LEED certified buildings! You too can contact us to be Green and for LEED certified Films!

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City Of Tempe Community Centers

We have been doing installations of window film for the City of Tempe on many of it's facilities for many years and it has been a very rewarding relationship on many levels, and more than just financial. The City has a great mission to its people and community and the staff are always respectful and professional. We usually give special pricing, because of the quality and importance of their mission. Listed here are several of those installations!

 

Our most recent installation was on the Multi Generational Community Center In North Tempe . The problem was the glare coming through these high (20 to 35 feet) windows facing East and south. People working out in the exercise area and working in the information area were blinded for several hours every day. The facility manager Rick Olafont had used MITSInc. on several occasions to solve other issues in the building with other films (Frost/Decorative and Sun control) and had us out 3 years in a row to measure and estimate this job. Rick had to convince his superiors that window film was going to solve the problem. In our meetings with the staff at the facility we discussed several possible solutions such as exterior sunscreens, huge automated interior sunscreen roller shades and window films. 
Prices were given for automated roller shades and window films. It was decided window film was the best choice for the problem and we then agreed upon the correct tint and shade of window film. We decided on the Starlite 180 from Madico Inc. This Dual Reflective film cuts over 92% of the visual glare, 99.9% of the harmful UV rays and 74% of the heat on the single pane units and 54% on the dual pane units. 
The installation posed many challenges to MITS Inc. and its crew; The network of steel beams meant we would have to move the lift several times and the exercise area pictured above was located under the first set of windows. We had to re route traffic and be careful of patrons too! The height also meant the bucket was going to sway, but thanks to Sunbelt rentals we had the right tool for this job. 
The job was started at 8:30 am on a Sunday and finished that evening (Lift out of the building) by 6PM. Approximately 1000 square feet were installed. The message on my Voice Mail from Rick the following week was worth all the hard work! "David the film works great and is doing exactly as you said, and as we had hoped, and it looks great! Good Job and thanks!" I still get goose bumps when I get that response from our customers! 
The film will pay for its self in a couple of years just in energy conservation! That is a real Eco bonus and Green Solution!

Kiwanis Park Installations:        

    

We have applied Blackout and Decorative films on the pro shop (we in fact just returned to do more on the Newly Remodeled Pro Shop!) lower windows of the main entrance, Suncontrol films on the rooms at the front of the building facing West, Decorative film on the Life guard facilities for changing and break room privacy, and two way mirror on many observation windows in the Pool Area at the facility at Kiwanis park

Escolante Community Center 

 

The Escalante community center is where our relationship really began with the City of Tempe and its Community centers. The facility manager Kieth was a lot younger and so was I! The initial problem (and installation...LIFT WORK) we were called for was similar to the issues of the North Tempe facility. They had huge Glare issues at the front counter due to the south sun every winter, every day. Back then all we had was 3M film and good old silver (we have a much better and more diversified selection now). We later used that same film on the hallway by the pool to tame the energy from the west sun as it hit the windows directly and as it bounced of the water. We also have applied Decorative films to several rooms for privacy. I am so thankful I met Kieth and we began that relationship some 11 or more years ago! It has been a rewarding and yes profitable relationship, but really it is a great feeling to meet these folks needs...we have huge respect for what they do every day. Thanks Kieth!!! 

West side Multi Generational Community Center

 

One Good Thing Leads To Another! This facility was a direct result of Escolante and was a similar glare issue over the entry way. A Bronze film was used.

Tempe Fire Dept



Although this facility was not a referral from the community centers, the references did not hurt in getting the job! It was a normal bidding process, but our expertise in safety film quickly shown through! At that time I was bleeding 3M red and was a 3M Advanced Certified Trainer, and was pushing the 3M Ultra Films!
This was also a time of heightened alert because of 9-11 and the location was not the safest neighborhood. Safety film was a must and so was Sun control window film. A neutral 4 ml film was chosen to solve the heat glare and safety issues of the good old (NEW) Firehouse!
These are a few of the many projects we have been involved with for the City of Tempe. We have lost track of a few we have done in the shuffle (and computer glitchs), but these are all close to my heart. We appreciate the work and we are so grateful that everyone we have dealt with has been professional and courteous, AND reffered us to others! 
The City of Tempe has done a fine Job in their community! Thanks to all at the City of Tempe and remember that all of you that are City Of Tempe Employees receive the normal Previous Customer Discount; this means you recieve 20 to 50% off all Vehicle and RV products and installation, and 10 to 40% of all Window Film/Tint, Window Coverings, Blinds Shades, Screens on your Home or Office! 
See our Blog Archive for more Info! All you need to do is provide proof that you are a City of Tempe Employee to receive these Great Discounts! 
We will posting more about other great cities we have been blessed to do work for! Pretty much every city in the Valley and several in the State of Arizona! 
If you have Energy Control or other issues that we can help solve with these various product: 
Window Film/Tint, Sun Control Film, Heat Mirror Film, Two way Mirror Film, Light control Film, Glare Control Film, Fade Reduction FIlm, 

Safety Film, Security Film, Bomb Blast Film, 

Graphics Films, Decorative Film,

Blinds, Window Coverings, Shutters, Window Treatments, 

Screens,  

and more for your Home Auto Office or RV... Please contact us for Honest and Helpful Information!
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Window Film and Coverings for The City Of Gilbert

 

 We have done several window film projects for the City of Gilbert and even more for it's residents! We offer Valley Wide Service but because our main office is in the East Valley it only makes sense that we have a huge Gilbert customer base. We have taken the big jobs and the little and the old buildings and new. We have met many window tint-film and covering needs in Gilbert for over 30 YEARS!

 

All of the life guard stations at the City Pools were in dire need of Window Film! The people inside were cooking because of the east west exposure and the Life guards had no privacy. They also were not able to see all areas of the pool at certain times of the day and this was a hazard. We recommended a dark Dual Reflective film SL 180 that gives the Life Guards daytime privacy, but they can see out! 
The heat reduction is 74% and the glare reduction is 92% and of course (as with any professional grade film) all (99.9%) of the UV is stopped! Another big plus is that if the Glass is broken the film will hold it together! Safety Films are also available in Sun Control versions!

 

 Gilbert schools have been happy with our products and services as well! Highland High School has had us out to solve problems a few times. It is usually due to heat and glare. We must be solving the problem because they refer us and keep calling us! And again with children around the benefit of protecting from broken or flying glass is a nice safety bonus that only film can offer! 
Thanks to all the people of Gilbert and we appreciate the referrals! If you need us to solve your Solar Energy problems, please let us help you find the correct combination of Film, Coverings or Screens for Your Home Office Vehicle or RV! 

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How Will I Spend my Phoenix, Arizona Tax Return? How about Window Film Tint?

This year make the smart decision on how to spend your tax refund.  Make the only decision that will make you money!

Many consumers anticipate a tax refund every year, and every year the question is the same, What will I do with the money?  There are always special sales promotions trying to lure us to spend the money on everything from a new car to painting our house.  Some plan for vacation or a special treat for themselves, new clothes, shoes, expensive night out on the town, etc.
Some of us practical people plan and prepare for home improvements and upgrades that we feel are important.  This is a good cause, but how much are you going to get out of the new counter tops in the kitchen?  Is the color of the carpet really that horrible that you just can't live with it any more?

There is only one thing that you can do for your home this year that will provide immediate money savings and actually make you money, that is the installation of WINDOW TINT!

Left - untinted,  Right - tinted

Home window tinting reduces both glare and heat, reducing your energy costs.  It doesn't have to be a dark tint to do that - it can be clear - so you don't even know its there.  Applied to the insides of your windows, home window tinting can reduce heat gain by keeping the sun and its harmful rays for getting into your house.  You'll also have less fading on your drapes, furniture and carpet because those harmful UV rays are reduced.

Most homeowners spend about 60 percent of their total energy bill on heating and cooling, so reducing those costs even by a little can mean a lot overall.  Energy savings aren't restricted to summer months.  In the winter, tinted window will help retain heat, keeping it for leaking out the windows.  Savings and protection vary based on the type of film you install, and how many windows you tint.  Professionally installed window tint will save you enough on cooling and heating costs to eventually pay for itself and start putting that money back in your pocket.


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Are You Ready to Make The Smart Choice and Purchase Energy Saving Window Films/Sun Screens/Coverings?

Are you about to make a purchase, remodel or upgrade in your home? With High Energy Cost and Low Home Values you need Green Energy Saving Products that will put $$ Money $$ back in your pocket; you need to spend your money on things that will give you a return when it is time to sell your house and BEFORE!

If your next major purchase is a pool, you are throwing major money away, ask any lender! Your pool will lose value; as well as any major appliance in your home. A pool can't help you in your house and neither can beautiful landscaping! 

Even Kitchen and Bathroom remodels will not be giving the payback you will need for several years, if ever! Do you really need to have a new kitchen counter or bathroom tile replaced because it is not stylish? 
Do you really need to go out to dinner or buy new cloths? Isn't your 65" screen TV, big enough? Remodels do not normally give a 100% return and in this economy it is guaranteed, to not give you payback for many years to come! 

 
You might as well be flushing your money with some expensive energy products such as Solar Panels and Windows!
They have a payback but it is slow and takes many years. While we may be stuck in our homes for many years to come, to recoup values, we probably will not be staying in the homes for 10-20 years or more, to get our money back on this type of improvement; even with a tax credit. 

I can understand improving your home and making it more comfortable, but this is a time to think practically! If your water heater goes out, by all means it makes sense to replace it with a solar water heater! If a major appliance quits on you and the repairs do not make sense, then it is time to replace it with a modern energy efficient model! 

The biggest return is now on, making your home more energy efficient. You can save money from lower energy usage and there are Tax Credits for many products! This means you can get payback from the credit, the energy savings and from protecting your belongs against Fading and Heat Damage; All for a fast payback on your initial investment!

 

That's the beauty of Window Film, Sun Screens and Coverings! You have always been able to get your money back from energy savings alone in 3.5 to 7 years on any building; these figures do not include the savings you get from protecting items in your building from fading and sun damage!

Even your most expensive Spectral Select films will give you a quick payback because of the lowered emissivity coupled with the immediate solar energy rejection the film provides. Sometimes it is better to have a Spectrally Select film that allows in more visible light so you do not need the interior lighting that will add to your heat problem. 

It is like we are handing you money when we put film on your building! Many films will help keep heat in when you are heating in the winter, so they are working for you all day, all year! The glass in your home no matter the type is your biggest problem or weakest link as far as energy control; this is even on the most energy efficient home! 

If you were to have window film applied to your buildings windows, you will save money immediately and after a short period, you will make money that will help pay for these other things you want! You will also protect the improvements and items you have already paid for, and you and others can enjoy increased personal comfort in the building because of:

• Reduced energy swings in the buildings (Hot and Cold)
• Reduced Glare looking out of your windows, and when inside while reading or watching TV or just trying to see someones face in the room!
• Enjoy privacy with darker films!
• Enjoy the light without the heat with Spectral Select Films!

It doesn't take a scholar to figure out what you need to do, to make the long term responsible decision...Window Film installed by... 

MADE IN THE SHADE Inc. 
WHERE YOU ARE THE COOLEST!
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