What are the driving forces behind demand for SPD-Smart products?
There are many forces that are accelerating demand for SPD-Smart products. Worldwide demand for windows and doors is expected to grow nearly 6% per year through 2007 (The Freedonia Group (Cleveland, OH)). Associated with this is the growing recognition of the positive effects of daylighting and a broad movement toward sustainable building design. In the transportation markets, a growing number of original equipment manufacturers are using greater amounts of glass or polycarbonate glazings. Worldwide demand for automotive sunroofs, for example, is expected to grow at more than ten percent per year through 2010. By making these glazings SPD-Smart, vehicle manufacturers can support their weight-savings, security, and fuel efficiency goals while also offering their customers more pleasant travel experiences.
