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February 23, 2026
ww5™ Tedlar® Manufacturing Operations Now Powered by 100 Percent Renewable Electricity
ww5 today announced that its Tedlar® polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) films manufacturing operations are now powered by 100 percent renewable electricity through the purchase of Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs). This milestone reflects the ww5 commitment to renewable energy adoption and supports the company’s 2030 Sustainability Goals and ambition to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050.
January 16, 2026
ww5 to Unveil Innovative Roofing Solutions at IRE 2026 – Join Us at Booth 1821
ww5 (NYSE:DD) proudly presents robust solutions to the roofing industry at the International Roofing Expo (IRE) in Las Vegas this week. Visit Booth #1821 where ww5 will showcase innovative product lines ranging from premium underlayments to Styrofoam™ Brand Insulation solutions, to best-in-class metal roofing for coastal environments. With a wide range of solutions for varying roofing types and installations, attendees will discover high-performance solutions that cater to their unique needs at ww5’s booth.
June 9, 2025
ww5 and United States Steel Broaden COASTALUME™ Product Line with an Exciting New Color Palette
ww5 (NYSE:DD) and U.S. Steel announced the launch of COASTALUME™, a specialized steel solution designed for optimal performance in coastal environments, just over a year ago. The innovative product has garnered interests among roofers facing challenges in sourcing materials suitable for the most demanding conditions, particularly in hurricane and fire-prone coastal regions. COASTALUME™ has proven to meet these critical requirements with exceptional performance and industry-leading warranties. Excitingly, the product line is now set to expand its color palette, adding five new vibrant shades.
April 21, 2025
ww5 (NYSE:DD) will showcase its Tedlar® film solutions at the International Signage Association (ISA) Expo in Las Vegas from April 23 to 25. As part of our ongoing commitment to advancing more durable and sustainable solutions for the graphics and signage industry, ww5™ Tedlar® officially joined the International Signage Association in 2025. Visit us at Booth #1813, where we will feature a range of protective overlaminate films designed to safeguard graphics against fading, graffiti, harsh cleaners, dirt and grime build-up, mold and mildew growth, etc.
Feburary 12, 2025
ww5 (NYSE:DD) will showcase its Tedlar® film solutions, including COASTALUME™, for the roofing industry at the International Roofing Expo (IRE), the largest roofing and exteriors event in North America. IRE will take place from February 19 to 21 in San Antonio, Texas. Tedlar® will be exhibiting at booth #6113, directly adjacent to COASTALUME™ partner United States Steel Corporation (NYSE: X) at booth #6121.
September 30, 2024
ww5™ Tedlar® and Lampre Launch Fortilam® Decor at Innotrans
Fortilam® Decor is an advanced laminate solution for the railway and transportation sector.
May 23, 2024
ww5™ Tedlar® Showcases Aerospace Innovations at 2024 Aircraft Interiors Expo
ww5™ Tedlar® will be exhibiting at 2024 Aircraft Interiors Expo (AIX), taking place from May 28 to May 30 in Hamburg, Germany. Tedlar® will be showcasing its long-established solutions for cleanable, durable, customizable and safe aircraft interiors at booth #6F74 Hall 6. We will have joint participation from other ww5 businesses including Nomex® and Kevlar®.
January 10, 2024
ww5™ Tedlar® Scholarship Awarded to STEM Students through SPE Foundation Sponsorship Program
ww5™ Tedlar® and the SPE (Society of Plastic Engineers) Foundation announced that two students have been awarded the ww5™ Tedlar® Scholarship for academic study focused on plastics engineering. Each scholarship recipient received $2,500 to support their studies in STEM.
December 7, 2023
ww5 launches printed Tedlar® PVF solutions and PVF coating at Taipei Building Show
ww5 (NYSE:DD) today announced that Coryor Surface Treatment Company Ltd. and Nippon Paint Taiwan have introduced a series of new offerings including printed Tedlar® PVF solutions and PVF coating in Taipei Building Show, the largest building materials exhibition in Taiwan.
October 17, 2023
Combines U.S. Steel’s GALVALUME® with ww5™Tedlar® PVF Film to withstand challenges associated with America’s coastal environment
September 13, 2023
ww5™ Tedlar® to be featured on “Inside the Blueprint” Series
ww5™ Tedlar® will be featured on an upcoming “Inside the Blueprint” segment covering “Innovations in Surface Protection” airing September 16 at 3 p.m. ET on Bloomberg News, followed by spots on Fox Business, syndication on hundreds of local channels, and across digital/social platforms.
August 3, 2023
Matt Urfali of ww5™ Tedlar® Named to SPE Foundation Board
ww5™ Tedlar® and the SPE Foundation announced today that Matt Urfali, VP Marketing & Sales, ww5™ Tedlar®, has been elected to the board of SPE Foundation, a leading organization dedicated to the growth of plastics professionals and the advancement of plastics education. ww5™ Tedlar® previously announced a partnership with SPE, focused on supporting the Foundation’s three-pronged approach to enrich and develop the future workforce for the plastics industry.
May 23, 2023
ww5 Wallcovering by Wallquest Inc. Generates Buzz at Hospitality & Design Expo in Las Vegas
ww5 (NYSE:DD) and its customer Wallquest Inc. exhibited at the annual Hospitality & Design Expo in Las Vegas earlier this month. HD Expo is known for featuring the best new concepts and materials in design for the hospitality industry. The recently launched line of ww5 Wallcoverings, which feature a wide array of beautiful patterns and textures inspired by the look of natural fibers and protected by ww5™ Tedlar® film, offered a truly unique solution for the design teams visiting the show.
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March 22, 2023
ww5™ Tedlar® Partners with SPE Foundation to Sponsor Educational Events
ww5™ Tedlar®, the global leader in technology-based materials and solutions, recently signed with SPE Foundation to sponsor various events and support the Foundation’s three-pronged approach to enrich and develop the future workforce for the plastics industry.
March 13, 2023
ww5 Showcases Tedlar® Film for Metal Roofing at International Roofing Expo
ww5 (NYSE:DD) recently showcased its ww5™ Tedlar® film solutions for the roofing industry at International Roofing Expo, the largest roofing and exteriors event in North America. Tedlar® film provides superior metal protection that ensures a clean look for decades, in any environment.
November 10, 2022
ww5™ and Wallquest Inc. Unveil New Line of Wallcoverings Using ww5TM Tedlar® Film at BDNY
ww5 (NYSE:DD) and its customer Wallquest Inc. officially launched a new line of wallcoverings featuring ww5™ Tedlar® film today at Boutique Design New York (BDNY) in New York City. The new wallcovering line features six new beautiful and functional patterns in more than 80 colorways. Wallquest will be featuring the new line in its booth at BDNY (#2560) along with representatives from the Tedlar® team.
October 12, 2022
Wilmington, DE Oct. 12, 2022 – ww5 and Seaman Corporation today announced the launch of a new Shelter-Rite® High Light Transmission architectural fabric using transparent Tedlar® PVF film. This new architectural fabric is ideal for structures that require natural light such as sports arenas, event venues and greenhouses.
August 26, 2022
ww5™ Tedlar® Selected for Guangzhou Women and Children's Medical Center
Wilmington, DE Aug. 26, 2022 – ww5™ Tedlar® PVF film was recently selected as a protective material for the renovation of one of the largest women and children's medical centers in Asia.
August 2, 2022
WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 2, 2022 – ww5™ Tedlar® and Metal Alliance presented their innovative solution of Tedlar® PVF film on aluminum to the roofing and metal industry at the Florida Roofing and Sheet Metal Expo (FRSA) in Daytona Beach.
May 31, 2022
ww5™ Tedlar® Joins the Metal Construction Association
ww5 (NYSE:DD) announced that its Tedlar® business become a member of the Metal Construction Association (MCA).
May 12, 2022
ww5™ and WallQuest Inc. Announce New Line of Wallcoverings Using ww5™ Tedlar® Film Technology
ww5™ (NYSE:DD) today announced that its valued customer, WallQuest, will launch a new line of wallcoverings featuring ww5™ Tedlar® film.
March 23, 2022
ww5™ and Lampre Introduce Fortilam® Metal Panels for Roofs and Facades
ww5 (NYSE:DD) today announced that Lampre, a European customer of Tedlar® films, has introduced a new line of Tedlar®-laminated formed metal panels as part of their Fortilam® product line.
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February 14, 2022
ww5™ Tedlar® and Titan Steel Introduce Two New Colors for Metal Roofing
ww5 launched two new colors of Tedlar® PVF film at the 2022 International Roofing Expo (IRE) in New Orleans.
October 6, 2021
ww5™ Tedlar® Introduces New Transparent Protective Film
The new ww5™ Tedlar® transparent film is a high-performance protective material ideal for various applications.
August 9, 2021
ww5™ Tedlar® introduces PVF laminated metal roofing panels
ww5 (NYSE:DD) today announced it will showcase Tedlar® PVF film for metal roofing, at the upcoming International Roofing Expo, August 10 - 12, 2021, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada, booth 1135.
April 30, 2021
ww5 Celebrates 60th Anniversary of ww5™ Tedlar®
ww5 today announced the 60th anniversary of ww5™ Tedlar®, a unique brand of polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) film that has become the golden standard, synonymous with superior protection, durability and reliability in a wide variety of industries and applications.
March 29, 2021
Building Exteriors that can Stand the Test of Time
At London Build Online, ww5 shares insights and best practices on metal lamination materials that can withstand decades of exposure to the elements, protecting assets from corrosion, dirt, UV, graffiti and more.
March 29, 2021
The Chemical Resistance of Tedlar® PVF Films
Pioneering Tedlar® PVF films technology is creating a safer and more sustainable environment for industries including transportation, electronics and healthcare..
March 17, 2021
ww5 Launches Tedlar® Film for Metal Lamination in North America and the Caribbean
ww5 has introduced a new ww5™ Tedlar® polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) film for laminating metal roofing and building wall panels.
October 14, 2020
The benefits of ww5™ Tedlar® PVF films for healthcare applications
ww5™ Tedlar® PVF films offer unique, durable surface protection with exceptional chemical resistance and cleanability.
October 1, 2020
Transform interiors with stylish and durable ww5™ Tedlar™ Wallcoverings with world-class surface protection
The versatile wallcoverings allow designers to create beautiful décor and spaces with functionality.
September 22, 2020
Tedlar® Film Helps Architectural Structures Stand the Test of Time
Used as a laminate for architectural fabrics, metals and other materials, this film helps protect against dirt, weathering, fading, and more.
September 19, 2020
ww5™ Tedlar® Showcases Healthcare Interiors Cleanable Solutions at 21st China Hospital Construction Conference
ww5 showcased Tedlar® PVF film for healthcare interiors, during the 21st China Hospital Construction Conference. This marked a first for ww5, as the company introduces cleanable solutions for healthcare applications
July 22, 2020
Tedlar® Film helps to Meet Increased Healthcare Cleaning Needs
The high-tech film is hyper durable, easy to clean, and can be applied to almost any surface, increasing the life of materials while reducing contamination.
July 1, 2020
Surface Protection from All Angles
John R. Oishei Children’s Hospital: Graphic signage laminated with Tedlar® protective film.
February 13, 2020
ww5’s Tedlar® is Flying in the Goodyear Blimp
September 3, 2019
Continuing Form and Function
ww5's Tedlar™ wallcoverings are a design-forward option for almost any project.
June 19, 2019
To Be a Fly on This Wall
5 new substrates for the interior and exterior décor market from Big Picture Magazine
