SWITCH Materials

SWITCH Materials is a Canadian advanced materials company located in Burnaby, British Columbia.

The company specializes in smart window technology and switchable optical materials designed for glass applications. It develops proprietary photochromic-electrochromic materials and films that can change their optical properties on command. This technology allows glass to darken in bright light to reduce glare and heat, and become more transparent when voltage is applied. SWITCH Materials focuses on applications in automotive glass, architectural glass, and eyewear, emphasizing energy efficiency and advanced glazing solutions. The company serves OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers in the automotive sector and collaborates with automotive manufacturers and supply-chain partners. Its innovations also extend to commercial buildings and glass manufacturing. Founded in 2007, SWITCH Materials operates with a strong emphasis on research and development in materials and chemistry.