-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, T4zkAQd9C0naa1OFO4B0Pbfq4bfr84GHBbM927yofPcVV6xfrb9AD4mDUgjHYGcJ ILueH2xLn+ahd2pkYMRcRg== 0000793524-09-000001.txt : 20090211 0000793524-09-000001.hdr.sgml : 20090211 20090211141729 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000793524-09-000001 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20090211 ITEM INFORMATION: Regulation FD Disclosure FILED AS OF DATE: 20090211 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20090211 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: RESEARCH FRONTIERS INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000793524 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: PATENT OWNERS & LESSORS [6794] IRS NUMBER: 112103466 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 001-09399 FILM NUMBER: 09589021 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 240 CROSSWAYS PARK DR CITY: WOODBURY STATE: NY ZIP: 11797-2033 BUSINESS PHONE: 5163641902 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 240 CROSSWAYS PARK DR CITY: WOODBURY STATE: NY ZIP: 11797-2033 8-K 1 form8krfi021109.txt RESEARCH FRONTIERS CURRENT REPORT ON FORM 8-K DATED FEBRUARY 11, 2009 ===================================================================== SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549 ---------------------- FORM 8-K ---------------------- CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 DATE OF REPORT (DATE OF EARLIEST EVENT REPORTED): February 11, 2009 ---------------------- RESEARCH FRONTIERS INCORPORATED (EXACT NAME OF REGISTRANT AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER) DELAWARE 1-9399 11-2103466 (STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION (COMMISSION FILE NUMBER) (IRS EMPLOYER OF INCORPORATION) IDENTIFICATION NO.) 240 CROSSWAYS PARK DRIVE WOODBURY, NEW YORK 11797-2033 (ADDRESS OF PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICES AND ZIP CODE) REGISTRANT'S TELEPHONE NUMBER, INCLUDING AREA CODE: (516) 364-1902 Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below): [ ] Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) [ ] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) [ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) [ ] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) ===================================================================== Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure On February 11, 2009, Innovative Glass Corp. (IGC), a licensee of Research Frontiers Inc., announced in a press release the completion of the largest SPD-SmartGlass window installation in the world at the Indiana University Health Information and Translational Sciences Building using the latest generation SPD light-control film technology developed by Research Frontiers and produced by Hitachi Chemical Co., Ltd. SPD light-control film has the ability to have its tint level and light transmission characteristics infinitely adjusted from less than 1% to over 50% in a matter of seconds using a simple wall switch or remote control. In addition to manual control, it can also automatically adjust its darkness according to environmental conditions, thus maximizing the efficient use of daylight to conserve energy. Glass produced with SPD-SmartGlass film also blocks 99% of harmful UV rays entering the building. This SPD-SmartGlass project took place over the span of three years and was implemented in two phases, using almost 800 square feet of SPD-Smart glass panels. The first part consisted of the installation of 59 interior panels that were used in the Legacy boardroom, classrooms and lecture hall. Innovative Glass provided variable tint controllers in the rooms for complete light regulation on demand.After the first interior phase was complete, Phase 2 was implemented,and nine large exterior panels were produced and fabricated as high performance 1-inch insulated glass units, which gave the glass exceptional characteristics,with a variable and dynamic light transmission range as well as sound-attenuating properties. [Note: Project Installation Photos are included in the PDF version of the Innovative Glass Corp. press release which will be available on the Innovative Glass Corp. website at www.innovativeglasscorp.com and is also currently available at the Research Frontiers www.SmartGlass.com website at: http://www.smartglass.com/press/Innovative_Glass_Completes _SPDSmartGlass_Project_at_Indiana_University.pdf] To learn more about Innovative Glass and their electronic glass products, visit: http://www.innovativeglasscorp.com To learn more about Research Frontiers and its SPD-Smart light control technology, visit http://www.SmartGlass.com. The Innovative Glass Corp. press release is included herewith as an exhibit. The press release may include statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements as referenced in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Those statements usually contain words such as "believe", "estimate", "project", "intend", "expect", or similar expressions. Any forward-looking statements are made by the Company in good faith, pursuant to the safe-harbor provisions of the Act. These forward-looking statements reflect management's current views and projections regarding economic conditions, industry environments and Company performance. Factors, which could significantly change results, include but are not limited to: sales performance, expense levels, competitive activity, interest rates, changes in the Company's financial condition and several business factors. Additional information regarding these and other factors may be included in the Company's quarterly 10-Q and 10K filings and other public documents, copies of which are available from the Company on request. By making these forward-looking statements, the Company undertakes no obligation to update these statements for revisions or changes after the date of the press release. The information in this Form 8-K shall not be deemed "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, nor shall they be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, except as shall be expressly set forth by specific reference in such filing. ITEM 9.01 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS. (c) Exhibits. 99.1 Innovative Glass Corp. Press Release dated Ffebruary 11, 2009. SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. RESEARCH FRONTIERS INCORPORATED /s/ Joseph M. Harary --------------------------- By: Joseph M. Harary Title: President Dated: February 11, 2009 EX-99 2 igcindianauniv.txt INNOVATIVE GLASS CORP. PRESS RELEASE DATED FEBRUARY 11, 2009 [Note: Project Installation Photos are included in the PDF version of this press release which will be available on the Innovative Glass Corp. website at www.innovativeglasscorp.com and is also currently available at the Research Frontiers www.SmartGlass.com website at: http://www.smartglass.com/press/Innovative_Glass_Completes _SPDSmartGlass_Project_at_Indiana_University.pdf] Innovative Glass Completes World's Largest State-of-the-Art SPD-SmartGlass Project at Indiana University Indiana University's Health Information and Translational Sciences Building the Site of the Electronic Light-Control Glass Technology Plainview, NY February 11, 2009- Innovative Glass Corp announced today the completion of the largest SPD-SmartGlass window installation in the world, at the Indiana University Health Information and Translational Sciences Building using the latest generation SPD light-control film technology developed by Research Frontiers and produced by Hitachi Chemical Co., Ltd. The completion of this SPD-SmartGlass installation is a milestone for this industry and sets a new standard of being able to produce large architectural-sized electrified glass panels containing SPD-Smart film. This film has the ability to have its tint level and light transmission characteristics infinitely adjusted from less than 1% to over 50% in a matter of seconds using a simple wall switch or remote control. In addition to manual control, it can also automatically adjust its darkness according to environmental conditions, thus maximizing the efficient use of daylight to conserve energy. Glass produced with SPD-SmartGlass film also blocks 99% of harmful UV rays entering the building. Richard Thompson, Senior Associate University Architect for Research at Indiana University, promoted cutting-edge, "green" solutions for their IU research Center at the Health Information and Translational Sciences Building in Indianapolis for the IU School of Medicine. According to Thompson, "We wanted a high-tech glass that would eliminate mechanical shading systems in several areas throughout the building due to the unique characteristics of the architectural layout. Our goal was to incorporate the latest and most innovative technologies in the Center reflecting the innovative ongoing research in the facility, and to use energy saving systems where budget would allow." Medical researchers, visitors and other dignitaries can experience the unique functionality of this state-of-the-art technology in an environmentally focused building. Thompson continued, "The darkening ability of the SPD-SmartGlass gives us the power to transform the Legacy Boardroom for video presentations and conferences without mechanical blinds. We simply darken the glass, and access the A/V Controller; the lights go down low, and we launch our projection system. The room quickly gets dark enough to have a video conference and graphics-based meeting with ease." This SPD-SmartGlass project took place over the span of three years and was implemented in two phases. The first part consisted of the installation of 59 interior panels that were used in the Legacy boardroom, classrooms and lecture hall. These panels were mounted in standard extruded aluminum frames, which allowed the wires to be pre-threaded through the hollow framework. The laminated SPD-SmartGlass was fitted into place and then wired to controls. Innovative Glass provided variable tint controllers in the rooms for complete light regulation on demand. After the first interior phase was complete, Phase 2 was implemented, and nine large exterior panels were produced and fabricated as high performance 1-inch insulated glass units. This gave the glass exceptional characteristics, with a variable and dynamic light transmission range and significant sound-attenuating properties. The combined laminated SPD light-control film and insulated glass virtually eliminates any outside noise generated by the main highway which is just a few hundred feet from the room. According to Steve Abadi, Chairman and CEO of Innovative Glass Corp., "The architectural community, designers, and glazing companies are all very excited about the prospects of adding variable tint, interactive, energy-efficient electronic glass into their latest "green" structures and creations. This installation proves that the technology has finally moved from a development stage to use in large real-world applications. The production of the large, exterior panels is of particular significance, because it marks the point of Hitachi Chemical successfully coating the SPD emulsion onto large-format 1 meter wide film in consistent production quantities." Mr. Abadi said, "Hitachi Chemical provided many rolls of material which were then cut to size, and heat-fuse laminated between glass. If the panels were wider than the film, we were able to seam two pieces of film within the same glass panel, to create an even wider span of glass - in this case, as large as 72 inches wide by 9 feet tall." Innovative Glass designed and engineered the glass to fit the custom-fabricated glazing system in conjunction with Architectural Glass & Metal (AGM), the Indianapolis-based glazing contractor that provided the glazing and curtainwalls for the entire Medical Sciences campus. Mark Officer, Sr. Project Manager for AGM stated, "When we first heard about this glass, we couldn't believe that glass could be so functional. Once we installed it and pushed the switch, we were very impressed. The change in light level is very dramatic. We have never seen anything like it. We look forward to working with Innovative Glass on other E Glass projects, and in bringing this technology's unique sustainability benefits to our other customers." According to Abadi of Innovative Glass, "This project clearly raises the bar in being able to produce large-scale variable-tint technology using the highly anticipated SPD-Smart light-control film patented by Research Frontiers. We have worked extensively with Hitachi Chemical, the producer of the film, to optimize the optical qualities and characteristics required for this particular project, and are proud of our joint accomplishment and achievement. Designers, architects, and building operators now have 'infinite choices' when it comes to tint level, privacy, and glare and light control, right within the very same pane of glass. We can now start delivering on the numerous projects that have been building up." Woodbury, NY-based Research Frontiers (NASDAQ: REFR) has spent over $70 Million developing and perfecting its suspended-particle device (SPD) light-control technology, and holds over 500 patents and patent applications worldwide on it. SPD-SmartGlass has already attracted significant worldwide interest, and is well-aligned with the President's energy initiatives. Innovative Glass, a New York-based company, is at the forefront of providing and integrating electronic glazing solutions to an international market, with a wide range of projects using its proprietary E Glass products. Working closely with several world-class architects and building designers, these installations include conference rooms, boardrooms, network operation centers, houses of worship, homeland security projects, atriums, residential projects, and other unique applications. Steve Abadi, the founder of the company, has been developing electronic glass products since 1984 with ties back to Allied-Signal and its original liquid crystal technology. As a result, Innovative Glass has very active R&D programs in both materials and electrical sciences. Its E Glass product line includes LC Privacy Glass, which switches from clear to frosted, and the variable tint SPD-SmartGlass. Both products are custom fabricated in virtually any shape, size and configuration for easy integration into standard framing and partition systems, windows, doors and skylights. Contact: Innovative Glass Corporation Steve Abadi, Chairman & CEO 130 Newtown Road Plainview, NY 11803 (516) 777-1100 Info@InnovativeGlassCorp.com www.InnovativeGlassCorp.com -----END PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE-----