Winners of the Asia Pacific 2014 Tint-Off Competition in Malaysia Announced!

Sunway Kuala Lumpur, November 20, 2014 – Automotive window film installers from across the Asia Pacific region revved up their game at the Asia Pacific 2014 Tint-Off Championship, organized by U.S-based Eastman Chemical Company, the manufacturer of LLumar^® automotive window films, and its sole distributor in Malaysia, Tint Auto (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd, that was held yesterday at the Sunway Convention Centre.

 

The tinting competition which took place in the afternoon, pinnacled at the Gala Dinner during the night where contestants from three countries were announced as the top three winners for this year.

 

Mr. Ju Jongcheol, a professional installer from South Korea took the Championship title as this year’s most professional and best automotive window film installer in the region. Completing the skillful task with a score of 95 points, he defeated 15 other participants from around the Asia Pacific, Australasia and Middle East regions.

 

Mr Lim Loke Choon from Malaysia emerged as the second place winner with a score of 94 points and Mr Zheng Shihai from China took the third place with a score of 93 points.

 

“This challenge really puts your skills as professional automotive window film installers to the test,” said Mr Ju Jongcheol, the Asia Pacific 2014 Tint-Off Champion. “It was definitely a close competition as there were several highly capable and skillful professionals, but I am proud to win the Championship title. This is truly a sweet victory! Thank you LLumar and Tint-Auto (M) for the opportunity!”

 

Officially launched by Y.B. Datuk IR. Dr. Wee Ka Siong (Minister in Prime Minister’s Office), the Championship event began with high-energy performances that created excitement prior to a formal briefing session on the competition rules for all contestants.

 

Each contestant was given a competition bay that included a Volkswagen Passat and a supply of high-quality AIR series of automotive window film from LLumar which, with its nano-ceramic technology and high protection from ultra violet rays yet enhanced visibility, has gained high traction in the Malaysian market.

 

The competition underscored the importance of skills and pride for a job well done. Amid roaring cheers from supporters and spectators, contestants exhibited energetic enthusiasm in their quests to complete the perfect tint job within the stipulated timeframe.

 

Dr. Jim Ziegler, Regional Business Director of Eastman Chemical, Performance Films business unit said, “As one of the leading producers of high-quality, aftermarket window films and high-value precision-coated film and film components, LLumar^® is enthusiastic and passionate about bringing installers of LLumar  automotive window film from around the Asia Pacific, Australia and Middle East regions together in this exciting event.”

 

“The car tinting industry is one of the most important peripheral sectors of the automotive category. This international competition provided an opportunity for installers to raise standards, exchange best practices and network during a fun event, while we recognize and award the best professional skills in the business.”

 

Using LLumar automotive window film, contestants were seen striving for perfection during the competition. Winners were judged on factors including tidiness of installation, cleanliness of vehicle/handover readiness, and quality of application (gaps, edge cuts and visible damages).

 

“Installing car window film may look easy, but it isn’t,” said Mr Michael Tan, CEO of Tint Auto (M) Sdn. Bhd.  “Experience, good skills and high-quality film are pre-requisites to ensuring long-lasting protection of the car and benefits to its owner. A flawless installation will ensure that no dirt or other contaminates are left behind, which could destroy the chance of winning the competition. LLumar is recognized for its  wide product selection and strong brand name, especially for safety and security film which is trusted by many car owners in Malaysia. This competition selects the best installer of the products.”

 

“LLumar automotive window films are known and trusted by the numerous automotive brands for their quality and proprietary scratch-resistant coating. Furthermore, today’s gadget-equipped drivers would also be glad to know that these state-of-the-art nano technology films do not interfere with cell phones, radio reception, radar detectors, or global positioning systems,” added Dr. Ziegler.

 

The competition started 14 years ago in the United States (U.S.) when the U.S.-based manufacturer of LLumar professional window films began sponsoring and organizing international tint-off conferences and competitions. The success of the U.S. competition led to a spin-off in the Asia Pacific region, with the first Championship being held in Shenzhen, China in 2011 and the second Championship held in Jakarta, Indonesia in 2012. Thus, this Championship was held for the third time in the region and first time in Malaysia.

 

A total of 16 teams from countries including Malaysia, China, South Korea, Philippines, Vietnam, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, Australia, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia and Oman took part in the competition.

 

The judges for the competition include experts from Eastman Chemical Company: Danny Wong Kam Lam, Regional MTS Manager; Richard Dill, Quality Assurance Manager; and Charlie Zhao Li, Technical Training Team Leader.