WFCT 2027 heads to Orlando
The International Window Film Conference and Tint-Off returns September 8–10, 2027, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Organized by Window Film magazine and PPFMag, WFCT brings together installers, shop owners and suppliers from automotive tint, architectural film, decorative and security film, PPF, wraps and coatings.
For a working tinter, part of the attraction is being around people who understand the job. You can talk through an installation problem, see another way of doing something and ask a supplier questions without trying to fit the conversation between appointments.
See the products and talk to the people behind them
Film appearance, handling and support can be difficult to judge online. At a trade show, an installer can look at samples, ask about a demonstration and speak with the people selling or supporting the product.
If you are considering a film change, ask about the shades and roll widths you use, stock availability, shipping and warranty claims. If you install flat glass, bring questions about the glass types and jobs you encounter. If a tool catches your eye, ask to see the task it is designed for.
Owners considering PPF or wraps can use the visit to learn what getting started involves: training, equipment, materials and enough shop space to do the work. Ask what support is available after training, when the first difficult customer job arrives.
Competitions, demonstrations and education
The preliminary 2027 floor plan includes automotive, architectural and decorative tint competitions, PPF and vehicle-wrap competitions, Learning Lab classrooms and a WFCT demo area. It also shows a Window Film Lounge and a shared floor with Auto Glass Week.
Watching another installer work can be valuable even if you never enter a competition. Pay attention to the order of the work, film handling and finishing. A technique that looks quick from a distance may make more sense once you can ask about the tool, material and preparation behind it.
Follow the organizer for the final program, competition rules and entry details as they are released.
Make room for the people on your team
An owner and an installer may get different things from the same show. The owner may want supplier meetings and business education; the installer may be more interested in tools, demos and time with other technicians. If several people attend, splitting up can help the shop cover more of the event.
When the team returns, set aside time to compare what everyone saw. Decide whether a sample is worth trying, a training class is worth booking or a tool would solve a problem in the shop. Keep the rep’s details with the notes so someone can follow through.
Dates and supplier information
The show runs September 8–10, 2027, in Orlando. The official website’s event-update signup covers attendance, sponsorship and competition announcements.
For suppliers planning to exhibit, the 2027 guide lists sponsorship packages beginning at $4,295. It says companies that confirm and pay a deposit by December 15, 2026 can secure 2026 rates. Film brands, tool companies, software providers and other businesses serving installers are among the intended exhibitors.
Event information and planning materials
Official WFCT website and event updates · 2027 sponsorship guide · Package comparison · Planning floor map
Sponsorship inquiries: Barry Atkins, 540-602-3268.