ABOUT US
"Our aim is to develop and market internationally ‘non-stick’ surface technologies for application to new and existing surfaces."
The story of ClearShield® began in 1981, when Stephen and Karen Byers investigated the potential for low-maintenance glass in the UK. They subsequently acquired rights to new technology for glass surface protection. Extensive research and improvements to the original formula followed, and the technology was branded 'ClearShield'.
In 1987, Ritec International Limited was formed in the UK by Stephen and Karen Byers. For over 40 years, they developed the market for glass surface protection in the flat glass industry, effectively leading the industry and gaining immense field experience with its high quality technology, the Ritec ClearShield System®.
Ritec’s ClearShield® 'non-stick' glass has gained wide recognition and acceptance in the processing of glass as the industry and end-users of glass have become increasingly aware of the need to protect glass so that it keeps its promise of clarity, visibility and cleanliness over time.
Committed to product development and innovation, Ritec has not only built on its expertise for the protection of glass but also developed a fully integrated system for the renovation, protection and maintenance of glass. Its range of quality products provides solutions to all glass users, whether applied in the factory or on-site.
The latest development is the Ritec ClearShield Eco-System® which is powered by the next generation ClearShield® that incorporates further improvements in performance and durability.
Today, hundreds of glass processors and fabricators worldwide enjoy the benefits of the Ritec ClearShield Eco-System® in a wide range of applications including architectural, decorative, shower screen, marine, rail transport and residential glass.
The performance of Ritec ClearShield® is now well recognized by the industry, and has proven results based not only on laboratory tests but more importantly on years of experience.
Because of the worldwide demand for surface protection technologies, Ritec has an extensive network of marketing partners globally offering Ritec products. ClearShield Technologies, LLC, based in Chicago, is a subsidiary of Ritec International Ltd in the UK. ClearShield Technologies covers the USA and Canada.
Ritec’s expertise has allowed the company to develop technologies for the renovation, protection and maintenance of other surfaces. This includes the Ritecoat System™ for metals, plastics and powder coat surfaces, the VoltShield System™ for glass and ceramic electrical insulators, SE-550 Silicone Eater and Ritepolish, a versatile surface cleaner particularly effective in removing suction cup marks.
THE RITEC GLOBAL NETWORK
Ritec International has an extensive network of distributors throughout the world. Ritec can supply products and support locally to many countries (represented by the green areas in the map above).
If you are not based in the USA or Canada, find your local Ritec International representative by clicking here or contact Ritec International in the UK directly by clicking here.
RITEC INTERNATIONAL'S CERTIFICATIONS
ISO 9001:2015
Quality Management Systems
ISO 14001:2015
Environmental Management Systems
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Best Innovation /
New Product Award
(East Zone)
Winner
Roshnak Surface Care Systems - ClearShield
Eco-System®
4th Glass Bulletin Awards 2019
Outstanding Contribution to the Industry
Winner
The ClearShield
Eco-System®
GGF Members' Day 2019
Best Innovation /
New Product Award
(East Zone)
Winner
Roshnak Surface Care Systems - ClearShield
Eco-System®
3rd Glass Bulletin Awards 2018
G15 Commercial Project of the Year
Finalist
P&O Cruises MV Britannia Cruise Liner
British G-Awards 2015
The Big Innovation Pitch
Finalist
The ClearShield
Eco-System®
Ecobuild 2015
G14 Training & Development Initiative of the Year
Finalist
Ritec International Remote Training & Technical Support Center
British G-Awards 2014
Surface Treatment Product of the Year
Winner
ClearShield®
US Glass 2013
G13 Environmental Initiative of the Year
Finalist
The ClearShield
Eco-System®
British G-Awards 2013
Working Neighbourhood Fund Export
Winner
Ritec International Ltd
Enterprise Enfield 2010
Best Entrant from a Business
Runner-Up
Ritec International Ltd
Enterprise Enfield 2009
G09 Glass Company of the Year
Winner
Ritec International Ltd
British G-Awards 2009
Innovative Business of the Year
Runner-Up
Ritec International Ltd
Enterprise Enfield 2008
Best NewTechnology
3rd Place
ClearShield®
US Awards and Recognition Association (ARA) 2008
G05 Specialist of the Year
Winner
Ritec International Ltd
British G-Awards 2005
Product of the Year
Voted #1
ClearShield®
US Glass 2002
Millennium Products
Winner
ClearShield System®
British Design Council 2000
Daily Mail Blue Ribbon
Winner
ClearShield®
London Ideal Home Exhibition 1987
Prince of Wales Award for Industrial Innovation & Production
Winner
ClearShield®
British Engineering Council 1987