September 01, 2010
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The TFI-flex inspection system for in-line quality control detects defects in flexible thin-film PV cells ...
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The TFI-flex inspection system for in-line quality control detects defects in flexible thin-film PV cells, in surface quality and chemical deposition: topological defects such as scratches, bumps and dents, and print/deposition defects such as chemical deposition flaws, stains, spots, watermarks, fingerprints, and color variations.
Xiris Automation,
Burlington, Ontario;
905/331-6660,
www.xiris.com.
Four new high-frequency grid-connected solar inverters were released at Intersolar North America (SOLIVIA 2.5, 3.3, 4.4 and 5.0 NA G3), with a nominal output power ranging from 2.5-5.0kW, suitable for all commonly used solar modules, as well as for thin-film and rear-side contact PV modules.
Delta Energy Systems,
Tucson, AZ;
520/326-8401,
www.delta-corp.com.
The GXS dry pump supports pumping requirements for silicon ingot manufacturing and laminator applications, to optimize thermal control and dust handling for challenging pumping processes.
Edwards, West Sussex, UK;
+44/(0)-1293-52-88-44,
www.edwardsvacuum.com/gxs.
The new continuous horizontal tube furnaces for POCl3 doping of silicon wafers and crystalline solar cells offer a low footprint, high throughput, and low energy consumption.
Koyo Thermo Systems
(via Crystec Technology Trading),
Altötting, Germany;
+49/8671-8821-73,
www.crystec.com/crysolae.htm.
The Kimura K23X and K2CD elastomers address particulation and thermal expansion issues that can arise with fluoroelastomer (FKM) and high-purity perfluoroelastomers (FFKM) seals in etch and CVD processes. By avoiding the need for traditional and organic fillers, Kimura seals last up to 40% longer than FKM and FFKM seals in both hot and cold processes, the company says.
Perlast, Blackburn, UK;
+44/(0)/1254-295400,
www.perlast.com.

The new copper-gallium (Cu/Ga) rotary sputtering targets use aerospace powder metallurgy technology, resulting in a consistently homogeneous alloy with low contaminate levels and consistent density throughout the target.
Indium, Clinton, NY;
315/853-4900,
www.indium.com/solar.
The Ray-Max 150 inverter with 1000V DC capability is an integrated solar inverter and wiring system designed to reduce and simplify field wiring, providing up to 8% more energy output on an annualized basis, says the company.
Nextronex Energy Systems,
Toledo, OH; 419/304-1109,
www.nextronex.com.
The DRYVAC dry vacuum pumps now come in several models: a base unit (650 S) with integrated frequency converter and drive, a version (650 S-i) with external pump housing/castors/converter and on-board PLC, and another version (5000 RS-i) adding a 2900 cfm vacuum booster.
Oerlikon Leybold Vacuum,
Cologne, Germany;
ph +49/221-347-1261,
www.oerlikon.com/leyboldvacuum.

The palm-sized M-i absolute moisture monitor for fixed gas applications measures an ideal range of 500 ppb to 1000 ppm, with continuous, no-drift, on-line moisture analysis.
Meeco, Warrington, PA;
215/343-6600,
www.meeco.com.
The KH-7700 all-in-one portable digital microscopy system for industrial and quality applications (e.g., metallurgy, materials science, and electronics) offers 2D- and 3D measurement, display and real-time tiling, extended depth of field, 360° rotational viewing, auto-calibration and both video and still imaging.
Hirox USA, Hackensack, NJ;
201/342-2600,
www.hirox-usa.com.
The 240-Watt monocrystalline module, with efficiency rating peaking out at 15.1%, is available in either standard white backsheet/silver aluminum frame or black backsheet/black aluminum frame.
Fluietcnik, Orkoien, Spain;
+34/948-30-90-55,
www.fluitecnik.com.
The AresKleen HCLP media is highly effective in removing trace moisture down to <15 ppb levels from HCl gas used in the formation of trichlorosilane, a key ingredient in the production of polysilicon.
Pall, Port Washington,
NY; 516/484-5400,
www.pall.com.
The Refusol 024K-UL inverter line, now offered in the US market for both c-Si and thin-film modules, features 2×500V maximum DC input voltage with 3-phase grid connection, enabling the units to achieve a maximum efficiency of 98.2% (EU efficiency 97.8%) and MPPT-range of 2x260-450V.
REFU Solar Electronics,
Metzingen, Germany;
+49/7123-969-0,
www.refu-elektronik.de.
The Suntrol digital system collects, logs, and displays the power-generation performance of a Sunmodule system, to enable monitoring of current and total electricity yields and CO2 savings. And the company's Sunmodule Plus solar panel now comes in a 240W version, in a package that can withstand static loads of up to 113 psf.
SolarWorld, Hillsboro, OR;
503/844-3400,
www.solarworld-usa.com.
The SpectroRadiometer system evaluates solar simulator characterizes and evaluates light emissions according to industry standards (IEC, JIS, ASTM) used for solar simulators. A new Solar Match Monitor application panel calculates spectral irradiance from 400nm to 1100nm and compares the results to the ideal percent for each range.
StellarNet, Tampa, FL;
813/855-8687,
www.stellarnet-inc.com.