Boeing’s New 777X to Offer Gentex Dimmable Windows
January 08 2019 - 10:00AM
Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX), the world’s leading supplier of
electronically dimmable windows (EDWs) for the aerospace industry,
announced today at CES 2019 that its latest generation of dimmable
aircraft windows will be offered as optional content on the new
Boeing 777X.
EDWs are an electrochromic-based sunlight and heat control
solution that eliminates the need for traditional window shades and
lessens dependence on AC systems. EDWs allow passengers to
selectively darken the aircraft windows as desired while still
enabling them to view the scenery outside.
The 777X program will be the first to utilize Gentex’s latest
EDW technology, capable of eliminating more than 99.999% of the
visible light at twice the darkening speed of previous windows. The
777X system will be designed with centralized control, allowing
flight crew to set specific lighting scenarios for day or nighttime
flight without reaching over passengers to open or close the
mechanical shades.
“We’re proud to be a continued partner with Boeing as we look to
expand and improve our dimmable glass product offerings. With
careful design and collaboration with Boeing, our teams have
developed a robust EDW system that easily integrates to the
airframe for optimal control, aesthetics, performance, and
reliability,” said Steve Downing, Gentex president and chief
executive officer.
Gentex EDWs feature high-speed transition between clear and
dark, a new ultra-dark low-end transmission, an innovative
thin-film coating for elimination of harmful IR and UV light, and
reduced maintenance and operation costs over traditional window
shades.
EDWs use a proprietary electrochromic gel sandwiched between two
thin glass panels that darken or lighten in response to
electricity. A low-voltage electric current is passed through
conductive coatings and across the glass panels to induce an
electrochemical reaction in the gel that causes it to darken.
Removing the voltage allows the gel to return to its natural,
transparent state.
CES (the Consumer Electronics Show) is the world’s gathering
place for all who thrive on the business of consumer technology.
Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association™, it has
served as the proving ground for innovators and breakthrough
technologies for over 50 years. This year’s show runs January 8-11
in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Gentex technologies will be on display in the Las Vegas
Convention Center, Tech East, North Hall, booth #9120.
Founded in 1974, Gentex Corporation (NASDAQ: GNTX) is a supplier
of automatic-dimming rearview mirrors and electronics to the
automotive industry, dimmable aircraft windows for aviation
markets, and fire protection products to the fire protection
market. Visit the company website at www.gentex.com.
Gentex Media Contact Craig Piersma(616) 772-1590
x4316craig.piersma@gentex.com |
Gentex Investor Relations ContactJosh O’Berski
(616) 772-1800 x5814josh.oberski@gentex.com |
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