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Bekaert Specialty Films Introduces ComputerCut Version 3.0

Improvements Driven by User Feedback; Market-Leading Solution Remains the Most Effective Tool for Cutting Automotive Window Tint, Paint Protection Film and Vinyl Graphics

Largo, FL – December 8, 2003
Bekaert Specialty Films (BSF) today introduces ComputerCut Version 3.0, an enhanced version of BSF's market-leading automotive window tint, paint protection film and vinyl graphics pattern cutting system. ComputerCut 3.0 maintains all the capabilities of earlier versions, but also offers a variety of new features, including the ability to manage a private image and pattern database, and to import custom graphics from programs such as Adobe Illustrator and Flexi Sign. In addition, ComputerCut 3.0 has a newly designed user-friendly interface, making the system easier to navigate and operate than ever before.

The enhancements made to ComputerCut system were based on feedback received from users of BSF's current system. As a result, the new system is the ideal computer-assisted solution for anyone needing accurate, short-turnaround film cutting.

“ComputerCut Version 3.0 was designed with the user in mind,” said Robert Garlo, Automotive Applications Manager for Bekaert Specialty Films. “In the same way we modify our window films based on direct input from dealers, installers and customers, we made improvements to ComputerCut based on ‘in-the-field' feedback. The people who use our system on a day-to-day basis know it best and as a result, we listened and then implemented changes to directly address their needs. The new interface will provide our entire customer base with an easier, more effective way to use the ComputerCut system.”

In addition to those mentioned earlier, ComputerCut Version 3.0 offer the following enhancements:

  • Color coded patterns for driver and passenger side windows
  • The ability to type text into the plotter dialogue box, rather than selecting and arranging letters from the font database
  • Improved, easy access to the ComputerCut “members only” area
  • The ability to view the most recently added images and patterns in all ComputerCut databases
  • Options for 5 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German and Dutch

ComputerCut integrated business system i s the world's only Internet-based pattern cutting system – accessing thousands of automotive window tinting patterns, paint protection film patterns, decals, graphics and glass art images. Each template is exact, designed to the specifications of your vehicle's make, model and year. This breakthrough technology downloads and cuts film patterns, enabling ComputerCut dealers to execute quick, accurate and customer-approved window film installations. ComputerCut is an exclusive, state-of-the-art pattern cutting program offered by Bekaert Specialty Films (BSF).

About Bekaert Specialty Films
BSF is a global leader in the development, manufacture and distribution of solar and safety window films. The company is a subsidiary of the Bekaert Group, an innovation and technology driven company that develops, produces and distributes a wide range of metal transformation and coating products, with more than 17,000 employees worldwide and over $2 billion in annual sales. BSF has 16 company-owned distribution centers, as well as several thousand independent installers based in over 60 countries. It is the premier provider of industry-leading window film brands such as Solar Gard®, Panorama® and Armorcoat®.

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