Eastman Chemical : 2016, Sep 21 - Eastman Offers Wide Range of Saflex® Automotive Glazing

Acoustic, Solar, Color and VIEW HUD, there is a Saflex PBV Product for Every Need

KINGSPORT, Tenn. - Sept. 21, 2016 - Automotive glazing has become the sweet spot for integrating new technologies and innovations into cars, trucks and SUV's. Eastman Chemical Company (NYSE: EMN), manufacturer of Saflex® PVB (polyvinyl butyral) product glazing solutions for architectural and automotive applications, will showcase some exciting products at Glasstec 2016, the largest international glass trade fair, running September 20-23 in Düsseldorf, Germany. Eastman's exhibit booth, located in Hall 11-A48 at the Messe Düsseldorf, will feature interactive displays and information about their expanded Saflex PVB product line, both architectural and automotive.

When it comes to automotive glass, automotive engineers from around the world trust Eastman for performance and safety. Saflex interlayer technology delivers advanced glazing performance for a wide range of demanding applications: acoustic, solar, color and Saflex VIEW HUD. Eastman is known for its technical and development expertise - making Eastman a global leader in PVB interlayers for automotive applications.

Saflex® Next Generation HUD Interlayer
Since the inception of automotive HUD systems in the late 1980s, wedge shape interlayers have been used to enable a clearer HUD image. Today, Eastman is showcasing Saflex VIEW HUD PVB which is a next generation solution especially for taller and short drivers. Trade show attendees can experience the Saflex VIEW product demonstration at the Eastman booth during Glasstec 2016.

Saflex® Advanced PVB - Acoustic Interlayer
With the use of Bluetooth technology, voice-activated commands, onboard navigation systems and better audio equipment, consumers want quieter cabins. Thanks to innovations like Saflex Q series interlayers, quieter cabins are possible not just in luxury cars, but at all automotive price points.

Saflex® Advanced PVB - Solar Interlayer
Saflex S series interlayers are designed to absorb infrared (IR) light irradiation from the sun in the wavelengths responsible for generating excessive heat in vehicle interiors. Saflex S series effectively blocks more than 99 percent of UV radiation up to 380 nm and reduces solar heat transmission through a vehicle's glazing. As an extra benefit to occupants, Saflex S series has received the Skin Cancer Foundation's Seal of Recommendation, marking the first and only time an automotive-grade PVB has been recognized.

Saflex® Advanced PVB - Color Interlayer
For sleek new windscreens, styled side and back windows, and panoramic sunroofs, laminated glass continues to be a compelling way for automotive OEMs to differentiate their brands. Saflex color interlayers offer a palette of possibilities with various color options to match popular tint colors for automotive glazing.

No matter where visitors' interests lie - architectural or automotive - this year's Eastman Booth at Glasstec 2016 has something for everyone.

Notes to Editor:
Vanceva®, Saflex® and all other trademarks listed above are trademarks of Eastman and/or its affiliates.

Eastman is a global specialty chemical company that produces a broad range of products found in items people use every day. With a portfolio of specialty businesses, Eastman works with customers to deliver innovative products and solutions while maintaining a commitment to safety and sustainability. Its market-driven approaches take advantage of world-class technology platforms and leading positions in attractive end-markets such as transportation, building and construction, and consumables. Eastman focuses on creating consistent, superior value for all stakeholders. As a globally diverse company, Eastman serves customers in approximately 100 countries and had 2014 revenues of approximately $9.5 billion. The company is headquartered in Kingsport, Tennessee, USA and employs approximately 15,000 people around the world. For more information, visit www.eastman.com.