Southwall is recognized worldwide as the leading innovator in the development and manufacture of high performance, energy-saving films and glass products.

Founded in response to the oil embargo of 1973, Southwall remains committed to its mission of dramatically improving the energy efficiency of architectural and automotive glass. Today, millions of barrels of oil and millions of kW-hrs of electricity are saved in the heating and cooling of buildings and cars as a result of Southwall’s energy products. In addition, the company continues to explore potential new markets that can benefit from its 25 years of energy technology innovation, ranging from plasma displays to photovoltaics.

Beginning with its introduction of the world’s first low-emissivity glass product, Heat Mirror™ film, Southwall’s continued product innovation has enabled architects and designers across the globe to achieve the highest level of glass performance for the most demanding Green design requirements. Southwall is recognized by sustainable design organizations worldwide, including the U.S. Green Building Council. The company is a founding member of the Efficient Windows Collaborative (EWC), sponsored by the US Department of Energy.

Southwall operates a world-class manufacturing plant in Großröhrsdorf, Germany, near the city of Dresden, which has achieved ISO 9001:2000 certification. Corporate headquarters, Research & Development, and Sales & Marketing offices are located in Palo Alto, California.

Southwall Technologies has been publicly traded since 1987 and is presently traded on the Over the Counter Bulletin Board market under the symbol SWTX.OB.