December 2010
SolarWorld Publishes Offer Document to Take Over Solarparc
Approval given by BaFin continue reading »
Odersun at BAU 2011
Odersun exhibits at the leading trade fair for architecture continue reading »
Xiangyun Tobacco Company eliminates Tobacco Grade Quality Defects with RFID
Uses UPM Raflatac’s ShortDipole UHF RFID tags continue reading »
Foreign-Trade Zones grant issued to REC Silicon
REC improves global competitiveness of polysilicon and silane gas production in Moses Lake, WA with Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) grant continue reading »
Impinj RFID Technology Helps Jewelry Chain Improve Inventory Accuracy
Simplified store inventory process delivers rapid ROI by lowering costs and increasing sales continue reading »
Ascent Solar Appoints New Board Member
Hans Olav Kvalvaag named to Board of Directors continue reading »
United Solar Earns Certified Green Business Designation
Demonstrated its commitment to the environmental health and well-being of the communities it serves continue reading »
Dyesol, CSIRO Collaboration Moves Forward with Successful Completion of First Milestone
Two-year project aims to develop higher performing dyes for dye solar cells continue reading »
First Biometric ID Card Produced in the Republic of Congo
Government of Congo selects Mühlbauer Group to realize a new highly secure and state-of-the-art ID card for the country continue reading »
LS-845: Xenon Corporation’s Operator-Friendly Approach to Establishing Sintering Test Protocols
Gives the operator new choices for establishing sintering test protocols continue reading »
New Energy Appoints Andrew Farago COO
Was an early mover in the environmental credit trading markets continue reading »
Identive Group Appoints Marc Freundlich to Head Multicard Business
Goal is to accelerate growth of the division’s global ID management business continue reading »
Polyera Receives $2MM NIST Award for OPV Development
Proposal focused on development of novel, highly-scalable and cost-effective synthesis routes for large-scale production of active layer materials for OPV continue reading »
JinkoSolar Partners with Innovalight to Increase Solar Cell Efficiency with Silicon Ink
JinkoSolar will purchase silicon ink from Innovalight and license Innovalight's processing technology continue reading »
Identive Group Appoints Brent Archer to Management Team
Joins company as VP group operations and supply chain continue reading »
Blue Spark Technologies Announces Closing of $7.5 Million Series B Funding
Existing institutional venture investors Early Stage Partners and SunBridge Partners were joined by several private investors continue reading »
Enfucell Selected as Nominee for GCCA Later Stage Award
Awards vet the very best in established clean technology continue reading »
Sirit Awarded Contract to Provide ISO-18000-6C Tolling Technology to WSDOT
Will supply IDentity 5200 readers and tags for the SR 520 bridge in Seattle, as well as the existing SR 167 HOT lanes continue reading »
Bundesdruckerei Delivers 500,000th ID Card
Produced and delivered just six weeks after the new ID card was introduced in Germany continue reading »
SoloPower Broadens Product Line
Line to include the newly certified SFX3 module continue reading »
New Energy Advances Commercial-Use Power Production Model of SolarWindow
Company’s early power production model validated by widely-published expert continue reading »
ODIN Acquires Reva Systems, Adds Scalability and Intelligence in RFID Software
More than $50 million in combined software investment provides scalability and easy integration to clients such as Boeing, Sony, Abbott and Disney Cancer Institute continue reading »
Cymbet to Open World’s Highest Volume Solid-State Battery Manufacturing Facility
Partnering with X-FAB Texas for second U.S. location, and is also expanding in Minnesota continue reading »
Avery Dennison to Advance Item-Level Tracking with New UHF RFID Inlay
Designed to perform exceptionally well on difficult-to-tag items such as denim apparel continue reading »
Mike Ahearn Transitions from Executive Chairman to Chairman of the Board of First Solar
James Zhu appointed interim CFO continue reading »
Identive Group Announces Departure of Felix Marx
Was EVP of Transponders & Semiconductors, CEO of the ACiG Technology business unit and a director of the company continue reading »
Toumaz Sensium Platform Successfully Monitors Health of Record-Breaking Transantarctic Expedition Team
Body-worn wireless devices providing unique insight into physical effects of sub-zero conditions continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Announces License Agreement for Golf Club Shafts with Prominent Sporting Goods Manufacturer
Licenses its CNT composite technology for use in golf club shafts continue reading »
United Solar's Martha Duggan Joins U.S. Department of Commerce's Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee
Duggan is VP, government and regulatory affairs at ECD/United Solar continue reading »
Konarka and Japan-Based Kogent Announce Distribution Agreement
Agreement to drive distribution of Konarka's Power Plastic throughout Japan continue reading »
Hirsch Awarded First $1M for Multi-Year Project to Supply Security Systems to the IRS
Associated with the first phase of a multi-year plan to install Hirsch security systems at several hundred buildings nationwide continue reading »
U.S. Department of State Adopts ODIN’s EasyArms for RFID Weapons Tracking
Will track a variety of weapons in and out of a key armory continue reading »
Solutia Continues to Grow Solar Presence in China
Expansion will provide cost-effective solutions to fast-growing solar market continue reading »
Unidym Announces Alliance with Samsung Electronics
Unidym licensed to Samsung patents covering CNT materials continue reading »
SCM Microsystems Introduces ConCERTO for Converged Logical and Physical Access
Innovative solution can be integrated into existing systems without additional infrastructure changes or costs continue reading »
NextEra Energy Resources to Purchase Canadian Solar Projects from First Solar
Will purchase four solar projects totaling 40MW in Ontario, Canada continue reading »
STMicroelectronics Facilitates Contactless Communication Between Mobile Phones and Other Electronic Devices
ST's NFC and EEPROM chips interact through passive RF technology reducing power consumption in electronic devices continue reading »
PowerID BAP Tags Tapped for RTLS at Hiroshima Rose Nursery
High-value rose plants tagged for instant location visibility continue reading »
Q-Cells Accelerates 120MW Project Pipeline with Two Completed Solar Plants and Three More on the Way
Company continues to deliver on its internationalization strategy continue reading »
TAGSYS Develops Airline Industry’s First Reusable RFID Baggage Tag for Qantas
TAGSYS, the leading provider of item-level RFID infrastructure, today announced that Qantas, Australia's leading airline, has deployed an RFID reusable baggage tag using TAGSYS technology as part of its Next Generation airport check-in system continue reading »
Konica Minolta, Dai Nippon Printing's Joint Development Unveils the World's First Universal Design High-security MFP with Body Area Network Smart Card
Was 2010 SESAMES Awards finalist at CARTES & IDentification continue reading »
Evonik and AU Optronics Corp. Conclude Strategic Partnership
Working together in Evonik Forhouse Optical Polymers (EFOP) joint venture continue reading »
E Ink Pearl Wins 2010 Popular Science Best of What’s New Award
Paper-like E Ink Pearl display meets market need continue reading »
Impinj Showcases Industry Leading RFID Products at RFID USN Korea 2010
Innovative products redefine performance, ease of use, reliability and cost of ownership continue reading »
DuPont Showcases Innovative Offerings for Printed Electronics
Targets carbon and silver offerings for growing flexo and gravure markets continue reading »
Brewer Science Invests in Additional Resources and Facilities in Asia
Recently opened new offices in Tokyo and Seoul continue reading »
New Energy Bolsters Patent Portfolio
Expands exclusive worldwide licensing agreement with USF for its SolarWindow technology continue reading »
MiaSolé Achieves 15.7 Percent Efficiency with Commercial-Scale CIGS Thin Film Solar Modules
MiaSolé will ship 22MW in 2010 continue reading »
Bundesdruckerei GmbH Delivers 250,000 New ID Cards
Internationally, the new German ID card is considered to be the most advanced and secure ID document continue reading »
QD Vision Featured at National Nanotechnology Innovation Conference and Showcase
Will demonstrate latest lighting and display products based on its quantum dot LED technology continue reading »
End-Use Applications for PE is Key Focus of Speakers at PE USA 2010
Applications range from commercial opportnities to military uses continue reading »
Thinfilm Toy Development Kit Launched
Includes the tools needed to efficiently design smart toys and games continue reading »
Printechnologics ‘AirCode Touch’ Now Available
First technology allowing advertisers to bridge the gap of print and digital world in an intuitive way continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Unveils Transparent and Electrically Conductive Substrates Using Copper-Based Metallic Mesh Technology
EXCLUCENT is a suitable potential replacements for ITO continue reading »
Applied Materials Introduces New Era of Smart, Productive Chip Manufacturing with Centris Etch System
New smart platform architecture makes complex, shrinking chip designs possible continue reading »
Printed Electronics USA 2010 and Photovoltaics USA 2010 to Showcase Latest Innovations
If pre-registration figures are a good indicator, PE and PV USA 2010 should be a success. continue reading »
Industry Leaders are Seeing Growth for PE
For the most part, printed electronics has been recession-proof, which is a great sign continue reading »
Haiku Tech Adapts Expertise to PE Market
Customizing machinery for multi-layer materials continue reading »
Daetwyler R&D’s AccuPress Brings Gravure’s Benefits to Lab and Production Settings
Printed electronics can be produced by a wide range of printing processes, and gravure has numerous advantages continue reading »
Konarka's Power Plastic Achieves World Record 8.3 Percent Efficiency Certification from NREL
Large area single-junction solar cell obtains unparalleled NREL efficiency rating continue reading »
Confidex Ltd. Ranked Number Six Fastest Growing Technology Company on the Deloitte Technology Fast 500 EMEA 2010
Attributes its 5513.38 percent revenue growth to combination of world-class RFID innovation and high volume operational execution competencies continue reading »
November 2010
Dyesol and NIMS Japan Collaborate on Higher Performing Dyes
Work will be undertaken at the NIMS research facility in Tsukuba continue reading »
Alien Technology Names Peter Green CEO
Appointed as member of Board of Directors continue reading »
eMagin Announces Annual Meeting Results
Appoints Leslie G. Polgar to the Board of Directors continue reading »
Intrinsiq Materials Appoints Bob Cournoyer to Head Up Printed Electronics Division in Rochester, NY
Rochester facility will begin production of Intrinsiq’s novel conductive inks during 2011 continue reading »
Creative Materials, Inc. Introduces 125-26
Electrically conductive fine-line epoxy ink recommended for PE applications continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Receives Certification Qualifying String Ribbon Solar Panels for UK Solar Market
UK’s Microgeneration certification (MCS), combined with previously issued salt-mist certification, qualifies Evergreen Solar panels for UK coastal installations continue reading »
New Energy Announces Plans to Accelerate Commercialization of its Proprietary SolarWindow Technology
Glass surfaces remain see-through, and generate electricity in both natural and artificial light conditions continue reading »
Yingli Green Energy Grants Applied Materials Award for Outstanding Technology and Service
Honored for for excellence in optimizing the efficiency and productivity of Yingli's solar photovoltaic (PV) cell manufacturing operations in Baoding continue reading »
Identive Group Announces Closing of Smartag Acquisition
Smartag complements Identive's European-based transponders and components business with similar capabilities in Singapore continue reading »
Mexico City's Common People Uses RFID Technology to Deliver a Premium, Interactive Shopping Experience to Retail Customers
Common People is the first independent merchant in Mexico to implement a comprehensive item-level RFID solution continue reading »
Hirsch and Tracewell Partner to Deliver Identification and Security Solutions
Networked, smart-card-enabled, mobile laptop cabinets for defense markets are Alliance's first joint products continue reading »
Umicore Introduces Key Elements of Its Vision 2015 Strategy
Strategy positions Umicore for new growth opportunities, introduces new environmental and social objectives continue reading »
Mühlbauer Presents Brand-New SCP 800/ID at Cartes 2010
Contains modules for combined contact/contactless chip encoding, dye sublimation printing (D2T2) and front-/backside laser engraving continue reading »
Lithuanian Furniture Manufacturer Opts for RFID to Increase Logistic Efficiency
SC Freda ships more than 10,000 pallets monthly to IKEA utilizing UPM Raflatac’s UHF RFID ShortDipole inlay continue reading »
Ascent Solar Announces Completion of Public Offering of Common Stock
Closed its previously announced public offering of 5.25 million shares of common stock at a price of $4.15 per share continue reading »
Dyesol, Umicore Announce Alliance in Dye Solar Cells
Alliance covers development, production and marketing of high quality, industrial scale Ruthenium-based dyes, as well as other potentially relevant metal-based chemicals, for the global DSC market continue reading »
REC JV Signed Solar Power Purchase Agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric
NorthLight Power is a joint venture between REC and the Summit Power Group, Inc. continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Introduces New ES-E Series String Ribbon Solar Panel
New ISO 9001 certified panels have more power and a higher voltage for micro-inverter compatibility continue reading »
Identive Group Raises $10.35 Million in Private Placement to Support Continuing Growth
Proceeds will be used to fund future acquisition and growth activity and for general corporate purposes continue reading »
Mühlbauer Presents Cost-Optimized Personalization Solution for Credit and EMV Cards
New SCP 800/EMV exhibited for the first time at Cartes Paris 2010 continue reading »
ECD Names William C. 'Kriss' Andrews EVP, CFO
Had been serving as the company's interim CFO since April 2010 continue reading »
eMagin Posts Record Net Income of $2.8 Million in the Third Quarter on Revenue Increase of 35 Perrcent
Ships record number of units in Q3 10 on strong growth in military market continue reading »
Universal Display Establishes Subsidiary in South Korea
Company prepares for continued growth of OLED industry and demand for energy efficient display and lighting products using its proprietary, phosphorescent OLED technologies and materials continue reading »
Plextronics, Cambrios Collaborate on Improvements to OLED-Based Solid-State Lighting through DoE Assistance Agreement
Will develop cost-effective, high performance material that could improve the manufacturing process and quality of lighting products based on OLEDs continue reading »
Toppan Printing to Expand Fukaya Plant in Response to Increasing Demand for Functional Films
Expansion of production capacity for functional films such as barrier films and solar cell components continue reading »
QD Vision, Solvay Enter Agreement to Develop Printable Electroluminescent Platform for Quantum Dot LEDs
Partnership focused on new materials that will lead to a new generation of highly efficient solid state lighting products with extraordinary color quality continue reading »
E Ink Announces Color ePaper
E Ink color ePaper displays enabled by Triton Imaging Film will deliver high-contrast, sunlight readable, low-power performance continue reading »
Carestream Health’s New Transparent Conductive Film Offers Highly Flexible, Durable Alternative To ITO-Based Films
New Advanced Materials Division of Carestream Health launches Flexx transparent conductive films continue reading »
Applied Nanotech to Exhibit its Metallic Inks and Pastes at IDTechEx Printed Electronics and Photovoltaics USA 2010
Will exhibit printed samples of its aluminum, nickel, copper and silver inks and pastes continue reading »
RUSNANO and Plastic Logic Announce Agreement to Establish New Plastic Electronics Production in Russia
RUSNANO’s investment dramatically expands Plastic Logic's next-generation product fabrication and will help to advance its technology platform continue reading »
Buenos Aires’ Largest Toll Concessionaire, Ausol Autopistas del Sol, Selects TransCore’s RFID Technology for Next Generation Electronic Toll Collection System
Establishes complete interoperability between all nine Buenos Aires toll systems continue reading »
Cecil Kost to Advance Precision Dynamic’s Leadership in Patient Safety Identification
Gary Hutchinson to continue as board member continue reading »
Konarka and Nu Energy Announce Partnership
Commercial alliance to initiate deployment of Konarka Power Plastic into Australian commercial and residential solar market continue reading »
SouthWest NanoTechnologies to Present Paper on Conductive Carbon Nanotube Inks at PE and PV USA 2010
Company will demonstrate its new conductive ink technology in booth 80 continue reading »
RFID ME Gen2 Internet Further Advances the Internet of Things with RFID Solutions for Small Office and Consumers
International partners promote EPC Gen2 RFID for SOHO, consumers and personal everyday use with complete kit and integrated solution continue reading »
Plextronics Announces Availability of Next Generation OLED Ink
Early sampling at Universal Display shows Boost in lifetime and lower operating voltage continue reading »
First Order for Thinfilm Memory Controller
Major Asian toy manufacturer has ordered the newly developed Thinfilm Memory Controller. continue reading »
Impinj appoints Evan Fein as CFO
Currently SVP of finance and member of the executive leadership team at Impinj continue reading »
Robert D. Hansen named President of Dow Corning Corporation
Stephanie A. Burns to remain chairman and CEO continue reading »
Identive Group to Acquire Smartag
Acquisition further strengthens core RFID technology, expands UHF product line and adds manufacturing capacity continue reading »
Federal Signal Appoints Dennis J. Martin as President, CEO
Jennifer L. Sherman assumes additional role of chief administrative officer continue reading »
Trident, Fraunhofer Announce Collaboration to Provide Inkjet Solutions for UV Coating Applications
New inkjet technology featuring innovative repairable printhead significantly enhances production efficiency continue reading »
REC Set to Achieve Competitive Cost Position at its New Integrated Production Facility in Singapore
Production at REC's facility in Singapore will approach nameplate capacity towards year end continue reading »
First Solar’s Cutting-Edge PV Technology Seen by 1.5 Million Visitors to the Shanghai Expo
First Solar provided three working solar modules as part of the Inner Mongolian pavilion continue reading »
Retailers, Manufacturers Announce Joint Effort to Advance Use of Item Level RFID
Group will determine case for creating a more visible, efficient supply chain using standardized RFID technology continue reading »
Thinfilm Memory Controller Available
Will allow toy makers to design smaller, more cost effective reader/writer units that may accelerate market launch of smart toys powered by Thinfilm continue reading »
NovaCentrix Awarded U.S. Patent Critical for Sintering Metal Inks on Low Temperature Substrates
Patent covers in part the use of flash lamps to sinter metal-based inks and materials on low-temperature substrates such as paper and plastic and includes high-speed and roll-to-roll processing continue reading »
Leading Solar Testing Agency Confirms New Energy’s Power Output for its SolarWindow
See-thru spray-on technology turns ordinary glass surfaces into electricity-generating SolarWindows, able to outperform rooftop solar by 300 percent continue reading »
October 2010
STMicroelectronics Unveils True Multi-Touch Technology for Slimmer Smartphones
S-Touch FingerTip advanced touch controller supports thinner displays and enhances user experience continue reading »
SCM Microsystems to Supply Card Readers to China Unicom
Will enable nationwide subscriber SIM card issuance continue reading »
Appointment of Director at Dyesol
Dr. Gavin Tulloch named to the Board of Directors continue reading »
Ascent Solar, TERI, India Sign Memorandum of Understanding
Joint collaboration to develop solar energy solutions for rural electrification using Ascent Solar modules continue reading »
New High-efficiency Pastes for Silicon Solar Cells from Ferro Electronic Materials
Pastes reduce costs and improve electrical conductivity continue reading »
Unidym and NanoIntegris Execute Global Distribution Agreement for HiPco Carbon Nanotubes
NanoIntegris intends to focus on manufacturing and supplying nanomaterials continue reading »
Trimble Acquires ThingMagic RFID Technology
Acquisition expands Trimble’s technology portfolio continue reading »
eMagin Ranked the 185th Fastest Growing Company in North America on Deloitte's 2010 Technology Fast 500
Fourth consecutive year that eMagin has been recognized in Deloitte's Fast 500 list continue reading »
Ascent Solar to Exhibit at Delhi International Renewable Energy Conference (DIREC 2010) as Part of the USA Trade Delegation
Will exhibiting their off-grid and on-grid PV power solutions catering to growing Indian market energy needs continue reading »
Identive Group Appoints Stephen Summerill to Management Team
Joins company as VP special projects and director of business development continue reading »
Grupo Diverscan Votes for PowerID Labels in Costa Rica Elections
Tags deployed to ensure fair, efficient elections continue reading »
NREL Names Dana Christensen New Deputy Lab Director for Science and Technology
Managed energy programs at Oak Ridge National Lab continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar PV and Berkshire Photovoltaic Services Announce New Solar Art Installation
“All Utopias Fell” exhibit integrates rooftop PV system continue reading »
DayStar Announces Debt Extinguishment
DayStar announces agreements to extinguish approximately $1 million of outstanding debts continue reading »
Joline Bell joins SOMARK as Senior Account Manager
Brings more than 20 years of experience in the life science industry continue reading »
Technology Making Big Impact in the Hospital Laundry Sector
Dreamydress designed a powerful infrastructure powered by TAGSYS’ RFID technology to efficiently and precisely track and trace textile products continue reading »
QD Vision’s Seth Coe-Sullivan Named to National Research Council Committee
Will address environmental, health and safety aspects of nanomaterials continue reading »
SoloPower Receives IEC Certification
Opens European markets to its flexible CIGS modules continue reading »
Liquavista Talks Scalability, Versatility at Next Month’s FPD/ISEP 2010
Discusses scalability and versatility of its electrowetting displays, and how this can benefit manufacturers of consumer electronics continue reading »
Ascent Solar Enters into a Joint Development Agreement with GlobalWatt, Inc.
Will develop a new line of adaptable, retractable solar modules to quickly add an extra source of power to existing solar applications continue reading »
Plastic Logic and IPF Extend Their Cooperation for the Development of Polymer-Based Organic Electronics
Joint development project has been extended for three additional years continue reading »
5N Plus Inc. Awarded $500,000 Funding from the State Energy Program of Wisconsin
Will support equipment purchases directed at expanding recycling activities and to create a new jobs in DeForest, WI continue reading »
First Solar Increases Revolving Credit Facility to $600 Million
Intends to use the facility for general corporate purposes continue reading »
Enercon Industries’ New Atmospheric Plasma Surface Treating Technology Combines Economy, Ecology and Profitability
Plasma4 breaks through production and economical barriers with ecology in mind continue reading »
Nanosolar Confirms Factory Expansion and Financial Strength
Targeting to become the world's lowest-cost producer of solar panels within the next three years continue reading »
Learn RFID for Free from ODIN, New Video and Educational Resource
Authors of RFID for Dummies and RFID Benchmark Series consolidate educational information into a free, easy-to-navigate site continue reading »
Universal Display Announces Significant Advances in Solution-Processible Phosphorescent OLED Material Systems for Potential Low-Cost Manufacturing
Advances accelerate potential use of solution-processing manufacturing techniques, including inkjet printing and other liquid-based deposition methods, for OLED fabrication continue reading »
First Solar Announces Plans for Two New Manufacturing Facilities
New Plants in the U.S., Vietnam to increase capacity by nearly 500 MW/year continue reading »
Zebra Technologies Announces Ashley Ford as VP of North America Sales, Specialty Printing Group
New VP to lead North American sales division continue reading »
Veeco Announces Asia Expansion Plan
Will better support the rapid growth of the LED industry and the needs of its customers continue reading »
Andrea Cuomo, Mauro Curiale appointed respectively chairman and CEO of 3Sun
Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics select JV leaders continue reading »
AVANCIS Celebrates Topping Out Ceremony for its Second Solar Factory in Torgau
Third factory planned in South Korea continue reading »
Beck Energy, Nanosolar Complete 1.1 MW Solar Power Plant
Beck Energy designed, engineered and installed thousands of Nanosolar Utility Panels continue reading »
Thinfilm Works with PARC to Develop Next-Generation Printed Memory Solutions
High-capacity, compact form-factor memory enabled by low-cost printed electronics opens up new market opportunities continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar PV Produces World’s Highest Multicrystalline Module Efficiency of 17.6 Percent
New cell features a standard front side and passivated backside continue reading »
3M to Begin High-Volume Production of 3M Ultra Barrier Solar Film
Announces expansion of its Columbia, MO manufacturing facility continue reading »
GE Expands Solar Portfolio
Company offers highly differentiated thin film solar solutions continue reading »
Saint-Gobain Accelerates Growth in PV with Hyundai Avancis JV
Sets up, with Hyundai Heavy Industries, a joint venture in Korea continue reading »
Ascent Solar Launches USB OEM Ready Modules for Portable and Remote Power Solutions
Can meet the need for a diverse and growing market for portable power needs in developed and emerging market countries continue reading »
Johns Manville to Install Ascent Solar CIGS Modules at Existing Installation to Evaluate Performance Against Current Thin-Film Products
Will collect performance data, evaluate architecture aesthetics and showcase potential of Ascent Solar's CIGS high-power modules against the current thin-film technology continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR Brand Debuts First Ever, UL-Approved, Standard-Production Residential Solar Module Roof Shingle
Product to be on display at Solar Power International 2010 continue reading »
REC Silicon Celebrates Expansion and Job Creation
Sen. Maria Cantwell, elected officials highlight innovative solar technology during grand opening continue reading »
Applied Nanotech to Exhibit in USA, Europe and Israel
Will showcase some of its key nanotechnology advancements continue reading »
Ascent Solar Becomes First CIGS Flexible Monolithically Integrated Module Manufacturer to Achieve External IEC 61646 Certification
Opens the door for an aggressive push into BIPV, BAPV applications continue reading »
Heliatek, IAPP Achieve Production-Relevant Efficiency Record for OPV Cells
Reaches efficiency of 8.3 percent on an active surface area of 1.1 square centimeters continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Expands Global Sales Operations Throughout Europe
Adds three regional sales managers in key markets of Italy, Spain and France; fills vacant position in Germany continue reading »
Organizational Changes Announced at PowerFilm
Pat Rundall has been named to the position of VP, operations continue reading »
Liquavista Releases New Machine to Enable High Volume Manufacture
New machine will enable high volume filling and coupling of Liquavista’s electrowetting displays continue reading »
3M Launches 3M Solar Mirror Film 1100
Technology reduces costs, enables new designs for concentrating solar power systems continue reading »
Universal Display Delivers Wrist-Mounted Flexible Phosphorescent OLED Display to U.S. Army for Field Testing
Combined with LG Display’s backplane technology and L-3 Display Systems’ communications systems and packaging continue reading »
3M Invests in Printechnologics GmbH
Aimed at joint efforts for providing innovative solutions for electronic circuitry on paper or foil continue reading »
First Solar Announces 380MW Increase in Orders for 2011
Expanded contracts are with existing customers and will serve predominantly European markets continue reading »
Issue of New Thinfilm Shares Subscribed 3.5 Times
Successfully completed a placement of 23.3 million new shares continue reading »
Ascent Solar Signs Distribution Agreement with DisaSolar of France
Integration of Ascent Solar modules into passenger trains and commercial signage systems continue reading »
TransCore Receives U.S. Patent for RFID Design Innovation
Expands IP portfolio continue reading »
Konarka Appoints Organic Electronics Veteran Dr. David Fyfe to Board of Directors
Dr. David Fyfe's career in chemical industry spans 40 years with extensive experience in commercialization of PE polymer-based technology continue reading »
Enbridge, First Solar Complete the Largest PV Facility in the World
Achieved commercial operation of 80MW Sarnia Solar Project continue reading »
September 2010
Tamarack Scientific Launches Improved and Newly Redesigned Website
Allows users the ability to research the ideal laser or photolithography system continue reading »
Taiwan Bike Association is Utilizing RFID-Enabled Timing Solution from Bicom, UPM Raflatac
Comprehensive RFID timing solution for cycle races secures accuracy, efficiency and event experience continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar PV Inc., Kastle Solar & Wind Announce Completion of Largest Solar Installation in Southwest Ohio
Dayton Daily News distribution center to benefit from 120KW solar array continue reading »
Cambrios Technologies Named in Wall Street Journal 2010 Technology Innovation Awards
Named runner-up in the category of Materials and Other Base Technologies continue reading »
Seminar Series: Printed Electronics 101 at Clemson
Two-day seminar features presentations, hands-on printing activities continue reading »
Free 2010 RFID Tag Pricing Guide from ODIN is Available for Download
Second annual pricing guide provides insight on RFID tag cost for Walmart and Airbus suppliers continue reading »
Applied Materials Delivers Critical Photomask Etch Technology for 22nm Lithography
New Tetra X system breaks the 2nm uniformity barrier to enable critical layer masks at 22nm continue reading »
Armstrong World Industries, Universal Display Demonstrate Highly Efficient White OLED Ceiling System
Companies deliver system to the U.S. DoE in connection with the successful completion of their $1.9 million, two-year project continue reading »
Confidex Named a Winner for Inaugural 2010 Bully Award
Confidex honored as a leading European TMT company continue reading »
STMicroelectronics Powers High-End Mobile Internet and Video Experiences on AMOLED Displays
Compact, energy efficient AMOLED power chip increases battery life for super-slim 3G smartphones continue reading »
Identive Group Further Expands its Multicard Brand
Rockwest changes its name to Multicard continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Appoints Michael El-Hillow President and CEO
Edward Grady will become chairman of the Board of Directors continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR Brand Photovoltaics to Power New Residential Solar Roof Pilot Program With NJR Home Services
For the first time in the U.S., homeowners can utilized a solar product on their roof that is fully integrate into the existing asphalt shingle patterns for optimal aesthetic blending continue reading »
DuPont Leader: PV Growth Powered by Market-Driven Innovation
Sales of $1 billion in 2010 based on new product launches, rich technology pipeline and strong market demand continue reading »
REC to Discontinue Module Operations at REC ScanModule AB in Glava, Sweden
Operations of REC's 180 MW solar cell plant in Narvik, Norway, will not be affected continue reading »
SolarWorld Inaugurates New Research and Development Center
At the German location, worldwide research activities of the group are pooled continue reading »
Confidex, TagMaster Sign Letter of Intent to Cooperate on Supply of UHF ID Tags
Initial focus will be to introduce a rugged heavy-duty ID tag that meets the demanding requirements of the railway industry continue reading »
TAGSYS Announces New Suite of RFID Solutions for Library Market
Include Medio P200 high-performance proximity reader and L-SP3 LX and L-SP3-GPP detection system platforms continue reading »
New Energy Unveils SolarWindow, Able to Generate Electricity on See-Thru Glass While Outperforming Rooftop Solar by 300 Percent
See-thru spray-on technology turns ordinary glass surfaces into electricity-generating windows continue reading »
Savi Technology Rolls Out New Generation Tracking Device
Small, compact portable tracking unit supports NATO logistics in Afghanistan by combining sensors with GPS, RFID, SatCom, GSM and GPRS continue reading »
New Contact Pastes from Ferro Electronic Materials for High-Efficiency Solar Cells
Pastes optimized for new silicon cell architectures continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Receives $1.6M from U.S. DoE to Manufacture and Commercialize Inks for Thin Solar Cells
Will establish a pilot production facility to manufacture and commercialize its proprietary ink materials continue reading »
PDC Awarded Three-Year Contract Extension for Patient Wristbands from Amerinet
Provides Amerinet clients with access to PDC’s line of ID solutions for accurate, reliable and easy-to-use positive patient identification throughout the continuum of care continue reading »
NATO’S NAMSA Launches Savi Technology Routing Hub for NATO Coalition Forces to Share Logistics Information More Efficiently
Routing hub will provide unprecedented visibility of RFID-tracked consignments moving through national and multinational supply chains continue reading »
Toumaz Releases TZ1090 XENIF
All-in-one integrated broadcast receiver, Wi-Fi and applications processor for the connected consumer market continue reading »
DNP Develops Metal Compatible UHF Band IC Tag Label
Thinnest in industry, it can also be attached to curved surfaces continue reading »
Ascent Solar Signs Distribution Agreement with Radiant Holding Ltd., of China
Radiant to distribute Ascent Solar modules in China continue reading »
H.C. Starck, Chisso Corporation to Establish JV for the production of Cathode Materials for Lithium-Ion Batteries
High tech materials for the electro-mobility growth market continue reading »
Major Chinese Fashion Brand Jossy Jo Improves Efficiency and Eliminates Counterfeits with RFID
Utilizes complete RFID solution from Jawasoft China and UPM Raflatac continue reading »
Avery Dennison Sees Item-Level RFID Adoption Accelerating in Apparel Industry
Item-level RFID improves retail accuracy and productivity, consumer experience continue reading »
South Korean University of Incheon Library Automates Operations with RFID
Utilizes RaceTrack HF RFID tags from UPM Raflatac coupled with a complete library automation solution from ECO continue reading »
Ascent Solar Adds New Series of Products to its BIPV/BAPV Product Portfolio
Launches five-meter long modules with 320 watts uutput and easy to install design continue reading »
DuPont Microcircuit Materials Presents New Solamet Materials and Innovative Process Technologies to Enable Future Growth in PV
Industry goal to exceed 20 percent efficiency within reach by 2012 continue reading »
SouthWest NanoTechnologies Completes Grant to Refine Specialty Multi-Wall CNT Production
SWeNT specialty multi-wall CNT now suitable for commercial scale applications in lithium ion batteries and fabric reinforced polymer composites continue reading »
Toumaz CTO Dr. Alison Burdett to Present at Mobile Healthcare Industry Summit 2010
Toumaz CTO returns to present at second annual event focused on global wireless healthcare and sports wellness innovation continue reading »
SoloPower Is First Ever to Receive UL Certification for a Flexible CIGS Module
SoloPower’s thin-film modules were tested to UL 1703 continue reading »
JustBooks RFID Implementation Upgrades Library Inventory Management and Customer Experience
JustBooks currently owns and loans more than 160,000 library items in various categories, all tagged with UPM Raflatac ShortDipole RFID tags continue reading »
Odersun AG Receives State Guarantees for 10 Million Euros in Loans
Company financing continuously secured with loans and guarantees continue reading »
Shinsung Holdings Selects Applied Materials’ SmartFactory Solution to Optimize Production of High-Efficiency Solar Cells
SmartFactory system has ability to combine multiple production lines into a single virtual factory continue reading »
Bayer MaterialScience’s Bright Prospects for PV
Bayer MaterialScience develops customer-specific solutions with higher energy efficiency and lower manufacturing costs continue reading »
New Energy to Unveil SolarWindow
Technology demonstration at USF on Sept. 16 continue reading »
DuPont to Double Solamet Production to Meet Surging Solar Energy Market Demand
Metallization materials increase solar cell efficiency to help reduce dependence on fossil fuels continue reading »
Odersun AG Appoints Doede Vierstra as CFO
Internationally experienced finance manager joins management team continue reading »
Plextronics Named One of the Fastest Growing Companies in Pittsburgh:
Ranks fourth in manufacturing, 12th fastest-growing in the city continue reading »
HID Global, UPM Raflatac Announce Worldwide Technology License Agreement for RFID Sealing Label Technology
UPM Raflatac is the first company to offer HID’s secure RFID sealing solution worldwide continue reading »
Veeco Appoints Johannes Segner as CTO for CIGS Solar Equipment Business
Dr. Segner to be featured in upcoming solar technical seminar in Valencia, Spain continue reading »
Ascent Solar Chairman Dr. Mohan Misra to Retire at End of Year
Company enters manufacturing and commercialization phase of development, names Dr. Amit Kumar new chairman continue reading »
August 2010
REC Group Announces New Overall Organizational Structure
Consolidates REC Wafer, REC Solar, including all of REC's activities in Singapore, under one management continue reading »
BASF Exhibits at 25th EU PVSEC
BASF presents solar product range at solar energy conference and exhibition in Valencia, Spain continue reading »
3M to Acquire Cogent Inc.
Acquisition broadens biometric security solutions continue reading »
AVANCIS Lays Foundation Stone for Second Solar Plant in Torgau
Increases annual production capacities from 20 MWp to 120 MWp continue reading »
Innovalight Opens China Office to Boost Sales in Region
Raymond Meng appointed as sales director for China continue reading »
Savi Technology Taps William Clark as Chief Marketing Officer
Brings expertise and track record that leverages marketing to transform businesses and lead markets continue reading »
Applied Materials Enables Advanced Microchip Designs with Breakthrough Flowable CVD Technology
Eterna FCVD system solves one of the most critical challenges in scaling Moore’s Law continue reading »
DuPont Begins Production for Critical Raw Material in Tedlar PVF Film for Durable PV Modules
Major capacity expansion aligned with DuPont commitment to reduce global dependence on fossil fuels continue reading »
Novaled Launches Market Report ‘The OLED Lighting User’s Manual’
Provides in-depth coverage of technical, marketing and practical aspects continue reading »
Raftar Makes Piloting RFID ‘Risk-Free’ for Medical Device Companies
Limited time, no-cost, RFID evaluation offer utilizes Impinj RFID technology continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar, VE Group and Affordable Solar Unveil New Mexico’s Largest Solar Array at The Bell Group Headquarters
Project created local jobs along the solar value chain from manufacturer to distributor to installer and subcontractors continue reading »
Raftar and UPM Raflatac Release ‘Reading is Fundamental’ Best Practices White Paper
A resource for medical device companies with plans to evaluate or deploy RFID technology continue reading »
Multicard Receives First Order for Delivery of e-Payment Labels to Rabobank for Contactless Electronic Payment
Multicard will manage product delivery, encoding and customer support continue reading »
Savi Technology Names William Maggs as New CTO
Brings to Savi a deep history of technology expertise from Palm, Sony Ericsson and Motorola continue reading »
Southwest Nanotechnologies, Inc. Joins Forces with Nanoridge Materials, Inc. for Darpa Test of Enhanced Armor
New hybrid armor incorporates specialty multi-wall carbon nanotube material to protect soldiers and law enforcement officers from small arms fire continue reading »
MovieQ Automated Entertainment Rental Stores Use UPM Raflatac RFID Tags to Streamline Key Processes
Transforming entertainment selection and rental processes for California consumers continue reading »
eMagin Receives Notice of Subcontract for U.S. Army Enhanced Night Vision Goggle
Awarded a subcontract by ITT for supply of display beam combiner assemblies, including eMagin's OLED-XL microdisplays continue reading »
Enfucell’s SoftBattery Empowers KONE’s New Destination Concept at Shanghai World Expo 2010
Empowers a personal user interface device controlling KONE’s future elevator continue reading »
Veeco Announces Sale of Metrology Business to Bruker Corporation
Veeco to focus on process equipment for the LED, solar and data storage markets continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Panels Powering 220KW Installation at Carlson Orchards
Harvard, MA, apple orchard to flip switch on two-acre solar array that will supply approximately two-thirds of the power used by orchard continue reading »
Lockheed Martin’s Savi Technology Shifts HQ to Alexandria, VA
Will be closer to its expanding base of public sector and commercial customers continue reading »
Nanosys, Samsung Electronics Announce Strategic Alliance
Will accelerate commercial applications of nano-architected materials for electronics, solar markets continue reading »
Luna Innovations Initiates Search for a New CEO
Executive leadership transition plans continue as CEO Kent Murphy resigns and assumes role of advisor continue reading »
Plastic Logic Moves on to Next Generation Product
Revised product strategy to bring industry's first advanced device using plastic electronics technology to market continue reading »
eMagin Building Next Generation OLED Deposition Machine
Expected to increase OLED deposition capacity by approximately tenfold continue reading »
ECD Announces Manufacturing Capacity Realignment
Will shift certain final assembly operations from its Auburn Hills, MI campus to its Tijuana, Mexico facility continue reading »
New Energy Appoints John Conklin President and CEO
Has consulted and overseen the technical and business requirements of more than 50 technology, manufacturing and industrial process companies continue reading »
Rockwest Technology Implements Integrated Identity Management System for First Responders in Paso County, CO
Using new web-based solution to supply card-based ID systems for more than 20 county agencies continue reading »
Teijin Acquires NanoGram Corporation
Will accelerate nanoparticle R+D for printable electronics continue reading »
Alien Technology, Lyngsoe Systems Awarded Lisbon Airport RFID Luggage Tracking System using IATA Approved Alien Inlays
Awarded baggage tag business for a third complete European RFID baggage handling system using Alien’s Squiggle inlay. continue reading »
British Police Secure Weapons with RFID Solution from RFIP, Tagsys
Solution is currently being piloted with a major UK police force continue reading »
FSU Selects Optomec Aerosol Jet Solution to Print Next Generation Embedded Sensors
System to be integral part of carbon nanotube application development efforts continue reading »
Zebra Announces the RXi4 RFID Printer/Encoder for Advanced Item-Level Tagging from the Supply Chain to the Retail Floor
New RFID printing/encoding technology responds to market demand for a rugged high performance printer that reduces media costs, creates efficiencies continue reading »
ImTech Announces New Patent Approval for Thermally Ejectable UV Curable Fluids
Development focused on printing on non-porous substrates with thermal inkjet technology continue reading »
UK Site First in World to Make Green from Green
G24 Innovations to Utilize Wind Energy at Plant continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR PowerTilt Solar Roof System to Be Installed at Daimler Truck and Bus North America
Will be one of the largest solar roof structures in greater Toronto Area continue reading »
ConocoPhillips joins the Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics at Georgia Tech
ConocoPhillips has joined the Center for Organic Photonics and Electronics at Georgia Tech as member of the center’s recently launched Industrial Affiliates Program. continue reading »
Cymbet Launches EnerChip RF Induction Charger EVAL-11 Kit
Near field RF EnerChip charger available at Digi-Key and Mouser continue reading »
NREL Seeks Proposals for PV Technology Incubator Program
Part of recently announced DOE funding to accelerate commercialization of solar energy technologies continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar CSP, Inc. Appoints Richard Gruber as EVP
Responsible for leading sales and business development for SCHOTT Solar CSP, Inc in the U.S. continue reading »
ECM Launches SolAg DB-1541-J Adhesive
Suitable for rapid, high volume dispensing for solar module interconnects continue reading »
Ink Jet Industry to Convene in Baltimore in Early September at Ink Jet Technology Showcase 2010
Brings together leading suppliers of ink jet technology and services continue reading »
Ascent Solar Externally Certifies Module Encapsulation Material for Its Flexible PV Laminate
Independent lab conducted a series of tests on modules under the requirements of the IEC 61646 standards continue reading »
Impinj Introduces Indy R500 Reader Chip
Developed specifically to address the emerging market for low-cost hand-held, desktop and embedded RFID readers continue reading »
Green Light to Start Works at Italy’s Biggest PV Panel Factory
Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics form equal share joint venture, named 3Sun continue reading »
July 2010
Dyesol Releases Commentary and Update – Final Quarter 2010
Strengthened management to lead strategic commercialization programs continue reading »
PowerID PowerT Tags Used at Races Around the World by RFID Race Timing Systems
PowerT tags show excellent read rates in Asia, Australia, Europe and North America continue reading »
Mühlbauer Increases Sales and Earnings to a Record High
Earnings forecast for total year raised continue reading »
First Solar, Inc. Announces 2Q 2010 Financial Results
Net sales $588 million; PV module cost $0.76/watt continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR PowerTilt Solar Roof System Featured on German DIY Retail Store
Innovative solar roofing system gaining traction in European markets continue reading »
SolarWorld AG Increases Shipments by 58 Percent Versus First Half of 2009
Generates operating result of €81.2 million continue reading »
CSEM, European Partners Launch Wear-a-BAN Project
Developing unobtrusive wearable human-to-machine wireless interface continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Launches New Customer-Driven Website
Redesigned site will provide more customer-focused content and reinforce company’s ‘More Electricity, Less Impact’ brand promise continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Composite Program to be Presented at Army Science Conference
Work related to improving the ballistic performance of E-glass composite panels using carbon nanotubes was selected for presentation continue reading »
New CFO at Bundesdruckerei
Christian Helfrich will join company in January 2011 continue reading »
Avery Dennison Sees Item-Level RFID Adoption Accelerating in Apparel Industry
Item-level RFID improves retail accuracy and productivity, consumer experience continue reading »
Hirsch Receives $4 Million in Orders for Systems Capable of Using PIV Cards for Access Control
Stream of DoJ irders confirms U.S. government's continued reliance on Hirsch Security Systems continue reading »
Solarmer Energy Breaks Psychological Barrier with 8.13 Percent OPV Efficiency
Results certified by NREL continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Taps Mercom Capital Group for its Investor Relations Initiatives
Firm specializes in clean energy continue reading »
Yingli Green Energy to Collaborate with Innovalight
Aiming to boost multicrystalline cell efficiency continue reading »
Thomas Körner joins Heliatek as VP Business Development
Fills another key position with a solar industry expert continue reading »
DayStar to Pursue CIGS Production Offshore
Have begun discussions with several potential partners to implement this strategy continue reading »
United Solar Will Supply New Jersey Resources, Adler Development with 3.9 MW Installation of Solar Laminates
Agreement demonstrates continued growth of UNI-SOLAR integrated solar roofing products in North America continue reading »
AIXTRON Moves into New South Taiwan Office in Tainan
Close proximity to customers ensures responsive local process and engineering support in South Taiwan continue reading »
Applied Materials Announces Restructuring of Energy and Environmental Solutions Segment
Puts primary emphasis on opportunities in c-Si solar and advanced energy, including LED continue reading »
FlexTech Alliance Awards Clemson University with Contract to Benchmark Inks and Processes for PE Components
Study addresses challenge in transitioning novel materials from R&D to roll-to-roll production printing continue reading »
NovaCentrix Wins 2010 R&D 100 Award for Low Cost Metalon ICI Copper Conductive Ink
Metalon ICI conductive ink is a low-cost nano CuO-based ink for printed electronics applications continue reading »
Sigma-Aldrich Materials Science Expands Offering of SWeNT Nanotubes
Adds CoMoCAT high purity SMW100 specialty multi-wall and new single-wall CNTs continue reading »
New Energy to Unveil World's First-Of-Its-Kind See Thru Glass SolarWindow Capable of Generating Electricity
USF Research Foundation grants New Energy exclusive, worldwide license for technologies continue reading »
Microchip, Cymbet Release World's First Energy Harvesting Application Development Kit Using eXtreme Low Power MCUs
Customizable kit enables developers to build and test solar energy harvesting applications Without designing hardware continue reading »
Solutia Increases Solar Presence in China, Adds Vistasolar Encapsulant Manufacturing Capacity
Investment positions company as the sole manufacturer of both primary solar module encapsulants in the Asia Pacific region continue reading »
Dyesol, Corus Successfully Complete Industrial Development Phase of DSC on Steel Project
Met with Welsh Assembly Government representatives to present the achievements, final milestone elements of R&D phase of the joint project continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR Brand Photovoltaics to be Integrated on Roof of First Net-Zero Elementary School in the Country
Project is largest PV system in Kentucky to date continue reading »
Heliatek, FHR Cooperate on Construction of First Vacuum Coating Plant for OPV Units
Heliatek will be building its first production site in Dresden continue reading »
SoloPower Launches Breakthrough Flexible CIGS Module Product Line
New modules were on display at InterSolar in San Francisco continue reading »
U.S. Commerce Department Honors Ascent Solar with Export Achievement Certificate
Honored for success in exporting clean technology to various international markets continue reading »
Applied Materials to Highlight Innovations for Enabling Future Electronic Devices in San Francisco This Week
Will showcase its leadership and innovation for producing future generations of microchips and clean energy solutions continue reading »
Applied Materials Sees Record Adoption of New AdvantEdge Silicon Etch Technology
Critical technical capability of system in demand for next DRAM, Flash and Logic devices continue reading »
Bayer MaterialScience Joins Holst Centre Flexible Electronics Research
Bayer exchanges its own expertise with the existing network of academic and industrial partners continue reading »
NXP, Applied Materials Sign Comprehensive Service Contract
Will provide NXP with committed system uptime for more than 70 Applied Materials systems in NXP’s 8-inch wafer facility continue reading »
First Solar Completes Acquisition of NextLight Renewable Power
First Solar now has power purchase agreements for 2.2 gigawatts of utility-scale solar projects in North America continue reading »
REC Signs Singapore’s Largest Solar Supplier Agreement to Date with Housing Development Board
REC successfully won 1 MW tender to supply PV panels for residential rooftop installations against 13 other companies continue reading »
CAE Inc Awards a First Contract for 3ATI Liquid Crystal Displays To Luxell
Displays to be used for airplane cockpit simulators continue reading »
JA Solar Signs Strategic Agreements with Innovalight for Joint Development of High Efficiency Solar Cells
Companies to co-develop solar cells with conversion efficiencies exceeding 20 percent continue reading »
Applied Materials Announces the Retirement of Franz Janker
Was EVP, corporate account management continue reading »
Applied Nanotech, Ishihara Chemical Win 2010 R&D 100 Award for Conductive Copper Inks
Second consecutive year that ANI has earned this award continue reading »
FlexTech Alliance Announces Alliance with WMU for the Development of Materials Registry
New database to speed development of flexible printed electronic applications continue reading »
Ascent Solar Receives R&D 100 Award for Flexible CIGS on Plastic Substrate
Winning entry is unique commercially manufactured monolithically integrated CIGS lightweight and flexible thin-film modules continue reading »
CFO Dr. Uwe Salzer to leave H.C. Starck
Will concentrate on managing his family’s company in the Rhine-Main region of Germany continue reading »
Jason Carlson Named President and CEO of QD Vision
Experienced leader in building public and private companies takes the helm continue reading »
GSI Technologies, NTERA Demonstrate Fully Functional Smart Cards Using NanoChromics Displays
Announced they have successfully demonstrated the first hot-laminated display card modules continue reading »
Clemens Betzel Appointed Dyesol Global CEO
Will be responsible for implementing the three-year strategic framework for the business growth of the company continue reading »
First Solar Completes the Solar Value Chain
Manufacturing, power generation and recycling all under one roof in Frankfurt continue reading »
First Solar Creates Utility Systems Business
Jens Meyerhoff named business leader continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Receives $1 Million License Payment
Related to its exclusive worldwide license agreement for manufacturing and commercializing copper inks and pastes continue reading »
E Ink Announces Next Generation Display Platform
Introduces E Ink Pearl, the next generation, easy-to-read electronic paper display with high contrast and sunlight readability. continue reading »
June 2010
SCM Microsystems to Supply Readers for German Electronic ID Program
Readers central component of government-sponsored Secure IT Kits to promote the use of citizen eID cards continue reading »
GSA Awards ODIN an IT 70 Schedule Government Purchasing Vehicle
RFID IT Asset tracking now available to agencies and departments across the government continue reading »
Davor Sutija Steps Up as CEO of Thinfilm
Takes over from Rolf Åberg, who continues in an executive board position continue reading »
Dyesol, CSIRO Collaborate On Higher Performing Materials
Collaborating on two-year project to develop higher performing dyes continue reading »
Alien Technology, Innovative Timing Systems Achieve Unparalleled Tracking Success with RFID System at World’s Largest 5K Race
Jaguar Race Timing System provides real-time results and successfully accounts for thousands of race participants at the world’s largest 5K event. continue reading »
SCHOTT Solar wins CSP Today Award
Awarded for Best Applied Research and Development in Concentrated Solar Power Technology continue reading »
Veeco Awarded $800K In Matching Funds from Minnesota For Solar Technology
Funds will expedite Veeco’s CIGS deposition equipment technology to market continue reading »
Universal Display Holds 2010 Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Company highlights the past year’s performance, its outlook on the future and a showcase of OLED prototypes and product concepts continue reading »
New Energy Engineers Work to Increase Electricity Output from MotionPower-Heavy
Engineers are now working to design, test and refine the technology’s ability to increase and regulate the amount of energy captured by the system continue reading »
Federal Signal Technologies' PIPS Cameras Selected for License Plate Recognition in Thailand's Electronic Vehicle Registration Project
The cameras will be deployed on highway gantries alongside Federal Signal Technologies' Sirit ID5100 tag readers continue reading »
DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions will Exhibit at Intersolar North America
Highlights include new products continue reading »
Cambrios Selected as Part of Ascent Solar Team Awarded Multi-Million Dollar DARPA Contract
Contract is for Low-Cost Lightweight Portable Photovoltaics (PoP) Program continue reading »
Universal Display Awarded US DOE SBIR Phase 1 Grant to Advance Phosphorescent OLED Lighting
Company to evaluate the effects of operating temperature on the performance of large area white OLED lighting panels at high luminance levels continue reading »
DARPA Awards Ascent Solar Team Multi-Million Dollar Contract for High-Efficiency Low-Cost Portable PV Program
Goal of PoP is to demonstrate low-cost, lightweight PV that can stand up to battle conditions and environmental extremes, deliver a power conversion efficiency of 20 percent or greater continue reading »
Avery Dennison Recognized as 'The Best RFID Labels and Tags Enterprise' of 2009
Award presented at the 5th Annual China International RFID & Smart Card Technology and Applications Forum in Beijing continue reading »
Bayer MaterialScience, Osram Jointly Develop Light Extraction Film for OLED Surface-Emitting Panels
Light yield improved by up to 60 percent continue reading »
eMagin Set to Join Russell Microcap Index
Inclusion will bring the company greater visibility continue reading »
NREL Launches Partnership with Solarmer Energy to Extend Lifetime of Plastic Solar Cells
CRADA will explore lifetime, stability of OPV devices continue reading »
Praetorian Signs Up for Savi’s Automated and Wireless Supply Tracking Network in Pakistan
Will leverage Savi’s existing wireless cargo tracking network in Pakistan continue reading »
Lay Grand International Boosts Supply Chain Efficiency with RFID
Benefits include improved shipping and receiving efficiency and increased inventory accuracy continue reading »
Prime View International (PVI) is Now E Ink Holdings Incorporated
Yuan Tai Technologies of Taiwan, also known as Prime View International (PVI), adopts the name E Ink, the world's number one ePaper brand continue reading »
Ascent Solar Technologies Announces Results of Annual Meeting of Shareholders
Elected G. Thomas Marsh, Kim Huntley and Farhad Moghadam to the Board continue reading »
First Solar Supports Solar Decathlon Europe 2010
Pergola features First Solar modules continue reading »
Odersun Opens First Factory for Design Solar Modules
Inauguration of manufacturing site for customized thin-film solar modules with innovative CIS technology continue reading »
REHAU AG Optimizes Automotive Parts Production Quality and Logistics with RFID Tags from UPM Raflatac
Able to manufacture individually defined parts for customers, ensure accurate on-time deliveries continue reading »
Veeco Appoints Gordon Hunter to Board of Directors
Chairman, president and CEO of Littelfuse, Inc. continue reading »
First Solar Hosts Secretary for the Environment of Hong Kong Enhancing Dialogue on Sustainable Energy Solutions
Observes production of the company’s advanced solar technology, reviews its contributions to environmental sustainability continue reading »
Dyesol and Pilkington NA Form Joint Venture – DyeTec Solar
DTS will be located in Toledo OH, near PNA’s corporate R&D center continue reading »
First REC Peak Energy Series Installation Announced at Intersolar Europe
Nominated for the Intersolar Award continue reading »
Michael Graetzel announced as Millennium Technology Prize Laureate 2010
Father of third generation dye-sensitized solar cells (DSC) continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Introduces Highest Efficiency Solar Panels to Date with Its New BOOST Cell Technology at Intersolar 2010
New ES-D and ES-E series panels deliver more electricity continue reading »
Motorola RFID Solution Improves Lumber Distribution Processes and Customer Satisfaction for Cox Industries
RFID readers help Cox Industries achieve 99 percent shipping accuracy continue reading »
Ferro Expands PV Technology Center Capability in Asia
Enhances Ferro Electronic Materials' ability to serve the Asia-Pacific market continue reading »
Saint-Gobain to Build Second Plant to Produce High-Efficiency PV Modules in Germany
Avancis’ new plant will be located in Torgau continue reading »
Hirsch Electronics Announces New Executive Appointments
Steve Healy named EVP sales and marketing; Mark Allen appointed EVP operations and technology continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR Unveils Technology Roadmap for Conversion Efficiency of 12 Percent and Cost-Per-Watt of Less Than $1 By 2012
Company is targeting 20 percent conversion efficiency continue reading »
DuPont Opens North American PV Research Facility
Applications lab fosters innovation to accelerate R&D to meet fast growing solar market continue reading »
Dyesol Appoints Global Chief Executive Officer
Clemens Betzel named new CEO continue reading »
First Solar Announces Intent to Expand German Manufacturing Plant
Move would double capacity and create hundreds of jobs continue reading »
Hydro Brise Soleil Product Line to Use Ascent Solar CIGS Modules at Barcelona Test Site
Ready for beta test deployment at one of Hydro's aluminum building systems product development sites continue reading »
William J. Post Joins First Solar Board of Directors
Former chairman of the board of APS and former chairman of the board and CEO of its parent company, Pinnacle West Capital continue reading »
3M Awarded Contract for Arkansas Drivers’ Licenses
End-to-end system for over-the-counter license issuance continue reading »
Wurth Solar Enters Israeli Market
Cooperation agreement with Israeli solar power experts, Bar Energies continue reading »
ALTANA Acquires ABB Micafil’s Polyurethane Casting Resins Business
The acquired business will be incorporated into the ELANTAS Electrical Insulation division continue reading »
Enfucell Receives Award from OE-A for Best Presentation in LOPE-C’s Investor Forum
Presentation given by Risto Huvila, COO of Enfucell, was strong in all five judging criteria continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Panels Powering 8MW Solar Power Plant in Germany
Solar installation in Neustrelitz, Germany, is company’s largest to date continue reading »
Digital China to Distribute Impinj RFID Reader Products in China
Relationship connects China’s RFID industry to Impinj Speedway readers continue reading »
Management Changes in OSRAM's LED Business in North America
Tom Shottes is responsible for new SSL business segment, Don Klase takes over OSRAM Opto Semiconductors continue reading »
Solvay and Thinfilm Enter Commercial Agreement
Will market newly developed Solvene polymer for applications in printed electronics continue reading »
Plextronics Announces Critical Developments for the Organic Solar Market
Use of Plexcore PV 2000 for energy harvesting applications, breakthrough manufacturing method are key developments continue reading »
Ascent Solar to Exhibit at Intersolar 2010 in Munich, Germany
Will have samples of its WaveSol modules on display continue reading »
May 2010
Applied Nanotech to Exhibit at Nanotech China
ANI will focus on its namomaterials, conductive ink technologies continue reading »
PakSense Announces Ultra Printing Solution
Produces full-size temperature graphs from PakSense Ultra Labels continue reading »
Sony, Toppan, KDDI, Asahi Shimbun to Establish Business Planning JV to Develop the eBook Distribution Business
Will build and manage a common distribution platform for books, comics, magazines and newspapers for the Japanese market continue reading »
DuPont Teijin Films Introduces New Melinex ST Thin Heat-Stabilized Polyester Film for Flexible Displays and Touch Screens
Designed for flexible displays and touch screens continue reading »
CAPE, WMU Host Mastering Printed Electronics Principles Workshop
Two-day workshop is introduction to materials for PE, as well as an overview of device architecture and device design issue continue reading »
SkyFuel’s ReflecTech wins RadTech 2010 Emerging Technology Award for Mirror Film Hardcoat Developed with Red Spot Paint and Varnish
UV curable hardcoat adds a protective shield to the surface of ReflecTech Mirror Film continue reading »
SouthWest NanoTechnologies Honored at Frost & Sullivan Banquet for Innovation in Carbon Nanotubes
SWeNT CEO Dave Arthur received the prestigious Award for Innovation in Carbon Nanotubes continue reading »
WAC Lighting Exhibits Bath Bar Prototype with Transparent Novaled OLEDs
Fixture was designed and engineered with three panels featuring NOVALED organic LEDs continue reading »
Liquavista Launches 8.5 Inch Color and Mono Display
Liquavista product range demonstrates scalability to larger-sized displays continue reading »
Liquavista Launches Next Generation of Development Kit for Manufacturing Partners
Miniaturized SDKs offer a choice of both size and processing platform continue reading »
Applied Materials, China New Energy Leader CECEP to Collaborate on Advancing Solar PV
China’s first utility-scale thin film solar farm will use 5MW of SunFab panels continue reading »
Sirit, a Federal Signal Technologies Company, Awarded Contract with Defense Logistics Agency
RFID labels and ribbons to be supplied for supply chain applications continue reading »
Cambrios Receives RadTech 2010 Emerging Applications Award
Cambrios received the award for its UV curable, coated nanostructured system continue reading »
QD Vision Acquires Motorola Patent Portfolio Covering the Use of Quantum Dots in Display and Lighting Applications
Augments QD Vision’s position in quantum dot intellectual property continue reading »
Universal Display Presents Novel PHOLED Display Architecture
Company’s novel four sub-pixel design demonstrated in collaboration with Professor Jin Jang of Kyung Hee University and Samsung Mobile Display at SID 2010 continue reading »
Liquavista Achieves Ultra-Low Power Consumption with Latest Dynamic Low Frequency Driving Schemes
Unique driving capability provides an intelligent power consumption platform, addressing the consumer desire of true mobility continue reading »
Dyesol Restructures to Fast Track Growth and Internationalization
Founder Dr. Gavin Tulloch has resigned from the board to focus entirely on technology development continue reading »
Mitchell R. Butier Succeeds Daniel R. O’Bryant as Avery Dennison CFO
Daniel R. O’Bryant elected executive vice president, business development continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Receives MDB Capital Award
Received ASTRUM award at 2010 Bright Lights Conference continue reading »
E Ink, Chilin Technology Announce Joint Partnership
Building low-power electronic paper displays suited for industrial and specialized applications continue reading »
Liquavista Launches Ground-Breaking Transflective Product Platform
LiquavistaVivid offers next generation of transflective displays with high performance monochrome reading combined with the vibrant colors of tv-like quality images continue reading »
Novaled Demonstrates Long Lifetime and High Efficiency White Top Emitting OLEDs
The white top emitting OLED structure offers the realization of OLED lighting products made on metal substrates continue reading »
Evergreen Solar introduces String Ribbon Solar Panels Certified for Coastal Installations at Genera Solar Show in Madrid, Spain
The company’s most powerful solar panels to date are now one of the few that provide IEC 61701 salt mist anti-corrosion certification continue reading »
First Solar Joins U.S. Clean Energy Business Mission to China
One of 24 businesses on a cabinet-level Clean Energy Trade Mission led by U.S. Commerce Secretary Gary Locke continue reading »
Minera Norge Automates Delivery Processes with Award-Winning RFID Solution
Uses UPM Raflatac ShortDipole and Hammer RFID tags continue reading »
Universal Display Showcases OLED Technology Advances at SID 2010
Includes new light-blue UniversalPHOLED emitter system for enhanced OLED display and lighting performance continue reading »
Alien Technology Enables Improved “Vein-to-Vein” Blood Bag Tracking Efficiency
Alien Technology solutions partner Aifos Solutions provides a complete UHF RFID visibility solution to increase security and improve efficiency of blood bags within Blood Banks continue reading »
UNI-SOLAR Participates in Major Rooftop Photovoltaic Test Site in Denver
Will provide wealth of information about PV on rooftops continue reading »
DuPont Hosts U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gary Locke at DuPont Apollo Thin Film Photovoltaic R&D Centre
Showcases innovative PV technologies as part of Clean Energy Trade Mission in China continue reading »
Ascent Solar Modules Installed at ProLogis Rooftop Photovoltaic Test Site in Denver
BIPV class of laminates have been installed continue reading »
New Energy to Test System for Generating Electricity from Motion of Trucks at Industrial Park Servicing America’s Third Largest Seaport
MotionPower technology for generating electricity from trucks and big rigs to be field-tested at high-traffic 8.7 million square foot industrial park continue reading »
Dyesol Selected to Exhibit at the Smithsonian Institution’s Cooper-Hewitt’s National Design Triennial
Will exhibit a BIPV window based on Dyesol’s dye solar cell technology continue reading »
RadTech’s PV Conference Announces New Speakers
Cambrios, NREL, Sartomer and Lux Research will be presenting continue reading »
SCM Microsystems Offers First Certified Smart Card Reader for the New Electronic ID Card in Germany
SCL011 can now be employed in government sponsored user tests continue reading »
Lufthansa Successfully Speeds Up Aircraft Maintenance with UPM Raflatac’s RFID tags
Lufthansa Technik has successfully used RFID technology in tracking aircraft components for the past two years continue reading »
Ascent Solar Commences Initial Production from Its FAB 2 Production Plant
Successfully began initial production of monolithically integrated flexible CIGS modules continue reading »
DayStar Technologies Announces Reverse Stock Split
Stock began trading on a split adjusted basis on May 12, 2010 continue reading »
Liquavista Collaborates with Freescale Semiconductor on eReader Solutions
Freescale’s embedded processors for eReader applications allow developers to trial Liquavista electrowetting displays with real applications continue reading »
Luna Innovations Strengthens Executive Leadership
Jonathan Cool becomes acting president and COO; Scott Graeff named chief commercialization officer continue reading »
Spire Introduces Large Area Solar Simulator for Thin Film Modules
First simulator to go to SoloPower for large area CIGS modules continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Introduces New Higher Power String Ribbon Solar Panel at Solar Expo 2010 in Verona, Italy
The company’s most powerful solar panel to date continue reading »
Toledo Ticket, TransCore Launch RFID-based Hang Tags Ideal for Preferred Customer Parking or Security Access Control
Extends convenience of wireless technology to larger segment of the parking market continue reading »
DuPont Features New Innovations at SID 2010
Will feature new material innovations for the display industry continue reading »
AVANCIS, Donauer Solar Systems Reach Agreement for Distributing Solar Modules
Donauer will integrate PowerMax CIS thin-film solar modules into its portfolio continue reading »
PolyIC Will Exhibit at LOPE-C 2010
Will be present with booth, talks and seminars continue reading »
New PV Project: Bosch’s First Facade System
Joint project between Bosch Solar Energy and Johanna Solar Technology continue reading »
Applied Materials Sees Strong Demand for Esatto Double Print Technology for Manufacturing Higher Efficiency, Lower Cost Solar Cells
Esatto Technology is a high precision, multi-step printing capability continue reading »
SCM Microsystems and Hirsch Electronics Win Major Critical Infrastructure Project in UAE
Teams up with local partner Native Systems to deliver a comprehensive smart access control solution to the CNIA in Abu Dhabi continue reading »
Dyesol, CSIRO Prepare to Collaborate On Higher Performing Materials
Dyesol will project manage a specialized team of experienced scientists from CSIRO to develop higher performing dyes continue reading »
North Carolina Turnpike Authority Selects TransCore to Provide RFID Technology for State’s First Electronic Toll Collection System
First installation will be on the Triangle Expressway continue reading »
Sun Chemical Names Toryon Technologies National Distributor for Circuit Materials Market
Toryon will carry Sun Chemical’s full line of materials for printed circuit boards continue reading »
April 2010
Novaled Demonstrates Reliable OLEDs on Metal Substrates
Showcases expertise on efficient and long lifetime OLEDs on metal at the Light and Building Frankfurt continue reading »
New Energy Completes Commercial-Scale Prototype Able to Generate Electricity from Moving Trucks, Long-Haul Rigs, and Buses
Engineers unveil first-ever, ‘non-mechanical’ MotionPower-Heavy technology continue reading »
Xunlight Receives Certification for Flexible PV Modules
ETL certification was granted following rigorous testing by Intertek continue reading »
Mühlbauer Has All-Time High in Order Backlog Due to High Level of Order Growth in All Business Areas
Marked sales and earnings increase expected as of Q2 2010 continue reading »
First Solar Agrees to Acquire NextLight Renewable Power, LLC
NextLight is a leading developer of utility-scale solar projects in the southwestern U.S. continue reading »
DuPont Expects to Grow PV Sales More Than 50 Percent in 2010
Sales to exceed $1 billion in 2011 based on successful new products and strong market demand continue reading »
NTERA Announces Availability of Segmented Numeric and Alpha-Numeric NanoChromics Display Print Trial Kits
Enables functional printers with sheetfed screen-printing assets to immediately begin manufacturing printed NanoChromics displays continue reading »
Innovalight Establishes New Record with Silicon Ink Solar Cells
Solar cells achieve 19 percent conversion efficiency of sunlight to electricity continue reading »
DuPont Display Enhancements, GM Nameplate Sign Licensing Agreement
Licenses Vertak direct bonding technology to provide GM Nameplate with improved optical bonding technology continue reading »
New PV Encapsulant Helps Deliver More Power at Lower Cost
Oerlikon Solar, DuPont have collaborated on new thin white reflective solar PV encapsulant sheet continue reading »
UPM Raflatac RFID Business Area Conclude Employee Negotiations
Will relocate new product piloting to Guangzhou, China, and Fletcher, NC continue reading »
Enfucell and SoftBattery Featured by Reader's Digest Around the Globe
Showcased in local editions around the globe as an example of environmentally friendly new technology continue reading »
Printechnologics (formerly Menippos GmbH) Presents Innovative Technology
Paper stores digital data and electric current continue reading »
United Solar Ovonic, ContourGlobal to Co-Develop Rooftop Solar Installations for Coca-Cola Hellenic Buildings in Italy
Initial 3.4MW installation at four Coca-Cola Hellenic facilities in Italy to be completed in 2010 continue reading »
Queen’s Award for Enterprise Presented to DuPont for Increasing Energy Efficiency of Solar Cells
DuPont receives prestigious award for advances in Solamet metallization technology continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Announces the Pricing of $165 Million of its 13 Percent Convertible Senior Secured Notes Due 2015
Notes will be senior secured obligations of Evergreen Solar continue reading »
CNT-Enabled Touch Sensitive MP-4 Players Based on Unidym’s Printable CNT Films Displayed at China Electronics Fair
Devices displayed in an exhibit of G Star Laser continue reading »
SOMARK Plans Live Demo of Labstamp in Philadelphia Area on April 29
An automated machine that applies permanent, alpha-numeric tail tattoos to mice for lab ID continue reading »
MOU Signed Between Dyesol and Singapore Aerospace Manufacturing Pte Ltd
Will design, develop and build an automated pilot manufacturing facility for DSC products continue reading »
Toumaz Named ‘Cool Vendor’ by Gartner
‘Cool Vendors in Healthcare Providers 2010’ report selects vendors as ‘Innovative, Impactful and Intriguing’ continue reading »
Identive Group Completes Acquisition of RockWest Technology Group
RockWest is now a wholly-owned subsidiary of Identive continue reading »
Liquavista Strengthens Display Portfolio by Acquiring New IP
Reinforcing a one-stop shop approach for licensing of electrowetting displays continue reading »
Unified passive and active RFID solution enhances tracking and management of Items, assets, and containers
Unified passive and active RFID solution enhances tracking and management of items, assets and containers continue reading »
DuPont Microcircuit Materials Expands Innovative Offerings for Printed Electronics
New silver conductive inks target high-growth touch screen and OLED markets continue reading »
Samsonite Selects Ascent Solar Modules for Integration Into Carrying Case Products
Selected flexible light-weight CIGS modules from Ascent Solar to be integrated into its new line of solar consumer products continue reading »
Applied Materials’ SmartWeb and New Aristo Systems Enabling Advanced Touch Panel Applications
Allowing customers around the globe to quickly ramp their new designs from development to volume production continue reading »
Applied Materials’ SmartWeb and New Aristo Systems Enabling Advanced Touch Panel Applications
Allowing customers around the globe to quickly ramp their new designs from development to volume production continue reading »
Letting the Sun Shine In: Solarmer Energy, Inc. and Joel Berman Glass Studios Jointly Develop a Solar Panel
Features textured glass for attractive, decorative BIPV continue reading »
Impinj Partners with Digilogics to Bring High Performance RFID Solutions to Mexican Government Agency, Registro Publico Vehicular
Impinj Speedway Revolution reader certified for purchase by state and local government agencies continue reading »
Merck KGaA and Plastic Logic Jointly Develop New Generation Organic Semiconductors
Merck recently invested in the expansion of the Chilworth Technical Centre continue reading »
UPM Raflatac Introduces New DogBone UHF RFID Tag
Offers groundbreaking performance and security features continue reading »
Liquavista Receives 7 Million Euros for Commercialization of Electrowetting Displays
All existing investors show their support for Liquavista’s electrowetting technology continue reading »
Sirris Selects Optomec Aerosol Jet Solution to Develop Next Generation PE Products
Belgium's leading collective research center for high technology will use system for projects continue reading »
Applied Materials Opens Global Manufacturing Hub in Singapore
Applied’s first facility in Asia for manufacturing its advanced semiconductor equipment continue reading »
ECD Announces 3.0 MW of Uni-Solar BIPV Installations on Lidl Logistics Centers in France
Installations Include 1.1MW at Cambrai, 1.1MW at Vars, and 800kW at Les Arcs continue reading »
Cambrios Technologies Selects Ascent Solar as PV Partner for Department of Defense Flexible Solar Cell Army Natick Contract
Will investigate how conductive films can be applied to lightweight, flexible CIGS PVs continue reading »
Dyesol Reduces Price on Z907
Reflects economies of scale achieved through scale-up of dye production continue reading »
UPM Raflatac and Lygase RFID Solutions to Debut Real-Time, RFID-Enabled Conference Attendee Tracking, Lead Capture and Data Analysis Tool at RFID Journal Live!
New system provides venue owners, event organizers and exhibitors with high value insights continue reading »
Cooperation Between Novaled and Ingo Maurer on Transparent OLED Lamps
Showcasing joint efforts at the Light + Building trade show in Frankfurt continue reading »
CAPE, WMU Host PE Workshop
Mastering Printed Electronics Principles Workshop set for June 9-10, 2010 continue reading »
Optomec to Feature Production Applications at Printed Electronics Europe 2010
Presentations will highlight recent developments in Aerosol Jet technology continue reading »
Dell offers ODIN RFID Solutions through Dell Direct
One-stop shop for complete RFID systems made easy for end-users continue reading »
Confidex Ironside Micro and RPC Tag Family Establish Confidex as the Tag Provider for RTIs
Ironside Micro is tuned for metal use and brings a high level of robustness continue reading »
Universal Display Awarded SBIR Phase II Contract from NSF
Company is developing environmentally friendly, single-layer barrier film continue reading »
SmartKem Appoints New Senior Scientist to Support Business Growth
Russell Griffiths to lead SmartKem's technical staff continue reading »
Dyesol and Pilkington Sign JV MOU
Plans to develop opportunities in the BIPV marketplace continue reading »
Gerd Günther Joins Novaled Management Board
Joined Novaled in 2005 as VP marketing and sales continue reading »
Impinj Unveils High Performance Speedway xPortal Integrated Portal Reader
Compact POE solution employs innovative antenna technology to increase performance, reduce deployment cost continue reading »
Veeco Introduces ContourGT Surface Metrology Product Family
Non-contact, 3D optical surface profilers deliver up to 10x throughput improvements continue reading »
3M Completes Acquisition of A-One Office & Consumer Label Business in Japan
A-One is the number one office and consumer label brand in Asia and the second largest worldwide continue reading »
SWeNT Exhibits New Carbon Nanotube Fabrics and Inks at MRS
New nanoPly fabric is layered with large quantities of carbon nanotubes continue reading »
March 2010
Toppan Printing Brings TFT Manufacturer Ortus Technology into the Group
Toppan Printing, Casio have agreed to a collaboration related to small and medium-sized display business continue reading »
Identive Group to Acquire RockWest Technology Group
Acquisition further expands position in ID management solutions and services in the U.S. continue reading »
Mühlbauer Group Introduces New SCP 800/EMV
SCP 800/EMV can be controlled and managed by an optionally available unique wireless operator panel continue reading »
Confidex Releases Confidex Captura
Tag comes with both mechanical and electrical seal functions and is easy and fast to attach continue reading »
Intrinsiq Materials Launches Innovative Inkjet Printable Copper Ink
Intrinsiq CI is designed for photonic curing at room temperature in air continue reading »
SGIA Symposium Presents Cutting-Edge Technologies
Keynoter addresses crossover production processes in printed electronics continue reading »
BASF First Chemical Company to be Founding Member of The Sustainability Consortium
Independent organization aims to drive innovation to improve consumer product sustainability continue reading »
New Technology from NTERA Enables Mass Printing of Electronic Display Circuits
Can cost-effectively mass produce electronic displays on a vast array of paper, packaging, ticket and greeting card products continue reading »
5N Plus Promotes Nicholas Audet to VP
Announces end of partnership with Amerigon continue reading »
eMagin Posts Record Revenues and Profits in 4Q2009, Capping First Full Year of Profitability
Gross profit rises 69 percent on annual revenue gain of 27 percent continue reading »
Novaled to Introduce Ultraflat OLED Luminaires at Light + Building
Will be introducing innovative long life organic LEDs continue reading »
The QUE proReader by Plastic Logic Receives Two Mobile Industry Awards at International CTIA Wireless
Recognized as the premier enterprise ebook reader and luxury mobile device continue reading »
SolarWorld AG: Revenue of €1 Billion to Be Sustainably Exceeded
Production capacities will be massively expanded continue reading »
Frank Prein joins Odersun AG as COO
Internationally experienced operations executive appointed to the board of management continue reading »
Inovateus Solar is Solar General Contractor for the First Potentially LEED Platinum Certified Transportation Building in the U.S.
Supplying Uni-Solar photovoltaic roofing material for the project continue reading »
Applied Materials’ Breakthrough Predictive Scheduling System Boosts Lithography Efficiency
Enables chipmakers to expand fab capacity without purchasing new lithography equipment continue reading »
UPM Raflatac, Technology Solution Partners Jointly Developed Curved UHF RFID Tag
RFID technology enables efficient use of assets in gas cylinder industry continue reading »
Kent Displays Receives Ohio Third Frontier Award
Awards support growing advanced materials industry continue reading »
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger Visits Nanosolar HQ
Senate Bill 71 exempts green tech companies from sales tax on the purchase of manufacturing equipment in California continue reading »
Liquavista Launches Display Kits to Enable Customers to Develop Application and Designs
Available in both LiquavistaBright and LiquavistaColor electrowetting displays continue reading »
NREL, 3M Sign Agreement on Renewable Energy Research
Will establish joint investigations in thin-film PV, concentrating solar power and biofuels continue reading »
Sovello AG Sold to Ventizz Capital Fund IV, a German Private Equity Firm
REC, Evergreen and Q-Cells, equal partners in Sovello AG, have entered into an agreement to sell 100 percent of the shares continue reading »
Semiconductor Veteran Geoff Tate Named CEO of Nanosolar, Inc.
Nanosolar committed to meeting customer demand for cost efficient solar panels continue reading »
Dyesol Debuts in Bloomberg’s Top Five New Energy Pioneers
Recognizes five companies that Bloomberg New Energy Finance analysts consider to be highly promising and progressive continue reading »
ODIN Releases Intelligent Asset Management Software for RFID
Application adds automated RFID to physical IT asset tracking continue reading »
Ascent Solar Signs Strategic Alliance Agreement With Kirloskar
Will begin integration, marketing and distribution of Ascent Solar's flexible CIGS PV modules into products designed to address multiple market opportunities in India continue reading »
Federal Signal to Form New Division: Federal Signal Technologies Group
Comprised of VESystems, Sirit, Diamond Consulting, PIPS and FAPD continue reading »
Chevron Tests Emerging Solar Technologies in Central California
Former Bakersfield refinery converted to next-generation solar demonstration facility continue reading »
Universal Display Added to NASDAQ Clean Edge Green Energy Index
Highlights Universal Display’s role in developing and providing energy-efficient UniversalPHOLED technology and materials to developers and manufacturers of OLED displays and lighting products continue reading »
Japanese Apparel and Textile Consortium Cuts Costs with RFID Technology
Solution, which provides cost savings throughout supply chain and results in positive effects on consumer prices, utilizes UPM Raflatac ShortDipole RFID tags continue reading »
ECD Names William C. "Kriss" Andrews Interim CFO
Has more than 35 years of financial, accounting and management experience continue reading »
Mühlbauer Launches New Multibiometric eGATE Solution
Suitable equipment to realize fully automated and fast border crossing procedures continue reading »
5N Plus Enters into a Long-Term Supply and Recycling Agreement with Calyxo, a Q-Cells’ Subsidiary
Will provide semiconductor compounds, including cadmium telluride and cadmium sulphide, to Calyxo continue reading »
UPM Raflatac Achieves ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 Certifications for RFID Operations in Guangzhou, China
Operations in Finland, U.S. have been previously certified to both standards continue reading »
Novaled AG Receives CleanEquity Award 2010
Won the award for Excellence in the Field of Environmental Technology Development continue reading »
DuPont CPM Opens New Technical Lab in China
Real-time technical support and development now closer to major electronics customers continue reading »
Spansion Appoints SL Chan as VP for Sales and Field Marketing, Asia
Semiconductor veteran to lead Asia regional strategy continue reading »
Organic and Printed Electronics to Counter Product Piracy
Authenticity check using a cell phone via tiny radio chips embedded in the product or printed onto the package continue reading »
First Solar Joins the Desertec Industrial Initiative
Partnership highlights promise of PV power in deserts continue reading »
TAGSYS Secures $12 Million in Venture Funding
Will use the funds to expand distribution channels, help partners secure new markets and continue to develop UHF and HF solutions continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Panels Powering 5 MW Solar Power Plant in Italy
Installation in Apulia, Italy, is company’s largest to date continue reading »
Zebra Technologies Announces Deborah Murphy as VP of Market and Channel Development, Specialty Printing Solutions
Newly created role for organization will broaden Zebra’s global go-to-market plans continue reading »
SCHOTT Advanced Materials Business Unit Appoints Heather Rayle New VP/GM for North America
Previously held various positions with Rohm and Haas continue reading »
Scheuten Solar Decides in Favor of Bürkle Ypsator Again
Within one year, Scheuten Solar has bought its second multi-opening laminator from Bürkle continue reading »
New Energy Bolsters Patent Portfolio for Technologies Capable of Generating Electricity from the Motion of Vehicles
Additional patent protection for its MotionPower technologies has been filed continue reading »
First Solar Sells 30 MW Solar PV Power Project to Southern Company and Turner Renewable Energy
New Mexico facility expected to be among nation's largest when complete continue reading »
QD Vision Wins AlwaysOn GoingGreen East 50 Award for Second Straight Year
Developer of Quantum Light nanotechnology-based products for lighting and displays honored continue reading »
Marcus Vaenerberg Appointed Senior VP of the UPM Raflatac RFID Business Area
Worked as VP, sales for UPM Raflatac’s RFID business since 2005 continue reading »
Applied Materials Expands Display, Solar Equipment Manufacturing Capability in Taiwan
Enhances Applied’s capability to serve its FPD and thin film solar PV customers in Asia continue reading »
Sirit and RF Controls Deliver Groundbreaking RFID System
Enables real time location utilizing passive tags continue reading »
Peter Rusch Promoted to VP of Sales for Europe, Africa and the Middle East
Thomas Hofmann to Assume Role as Director of Sales for Europe continue reading »
5N Plus, Teck Metals Enter into Long-Term Supply Agreements for Germanium and Indium Feedstocks
Stability of Firebird’s supply chain expected to be viewed as a differentiating asset by customers continue reading »
Mühlbauer Ecoline Series Welcomes CHS 200 Card Hot Stamping System
Flexibility, quality and easy operation are the key benefits of the new CHS 200 continue reading »
Confidex Supplies Contactless Tickets to Atlanta
Sole supplier to MARTA continue reading »
Alien Technology Announces Ultra High Performance Next Generation Global RFID Reader
New reader supersedes all Alien global enterprise category readers in a common hardware platform continue reading »
Bayer MaterialScience Acquires Artificial Muscle, Inc.
Enabling technology for the next generation of touchscreens: actuators and sensing components continue reading »
New Energy Advances Engineering and Fabrication of Commercial-Scale Prototype
Able to generate electricity from moving trucks continue reading »
First Solar Signs Contract with PG&E for 300 MW PV Solar Power Project
Desert Sunlight project will have a total capacity of 550 MW continue reading »
Aerosol Jet Deposition System for Multi-Chip Packaging to be Featured at IMAPS Device Packaging Conference
Presentation to highlight recent developments in Aerosol Jet technology continue reading »
Applied Materials Announces Increased Cash Dividend and $2 Billion Share Repurchase Authorization
Reflects confidence in near- and long-term prospects for growth, profitability continue reading »
Dyesol to Collaborate with Pilkington North America on BIPV
Develop opportunities in the BIPV marketplace continue reading »
Innovalight Hires Michael Johnson as CFO
Brings more than 30 years of experience to Innovalight continue reading »
New Bundesdruckerei Product Presented at CeBIT 2010
Visotec Expert 600 checks authenticity of ID documents continue reading »
Bundesdruckerei Presents New Mobility Concepts
Demonstrates role innovative NFC technologies and eID card concepts could have in mobile application scenarios continue reading »
SOMARK Accepting Pre-Orders for Labstamp 3.4.10
Scheduled for release for commercial use in late 2010 continue reading »
ECD Announces 2.4-MW Rooftop Solar Project in Portland
Second large-scale, multi-rooftop project for ProLogis and Portland General Electric continue reading »
PowerID Releases New, Improved Line of BAP RFID Products
BAP leader now offers ruggedized, long-life metal tag and plastic-coated people tracking tag continue reading »
UPM RFID Technology Helps Sonoco-Alcore Better Serve Its Paper Core Customers
Helps customers reduce costs through advanced inventory tracking continue reading »
Mühlbauer Patent Confirmed by Singapore Court of Appeal
Court overturns revocation of Mühlbauer AG's patent and finds for infringement by Manufacturing Integration Technology Ltd. continue reading »
Konarka Announces Business Collaboration and Strategic Investment with Konica Minolta
Joint development expected to yield production and global distribution of high performance OPV panels continue reading »
Dyesol Recognized for World's Best Practice
Awarded an A- rating in the industry category of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency by Oekom Research continue reading »
Ascent Solar and FTL Solar Sign Multi-Million Dollar Strategic Alliance Supply Agreement
Modules intended for use in defense/disaster relief and other specialty market products continue reading »
SWeNT Receives Frost & Sullivan 2010 North American Technology Innovation Award in Carbon Nanotubes
Honored for its innovative CoMoCAT nanotube production process continue reading »
Solutia Announces Agreement to Acquire Etimex Solar
Positions Solutia as a global provider of both major encapsulants to the fast-growing PV industry continue reading »
Identive Group Announces Further Cost Reductions at Board and Executive Levels
Ayman Ashour appointed CEO; Felix Marx appointed COO continue reading »
February 2010
Avery Dennison Board Elects Dean A. Scarborough Chairman
Selects David E. I. Pyott lead independent director upon Kent Kresa's retirement continue reading »
Security in Networked Worlds
State-of-the-art identity management and mobile phones as reading devices for the new German ID card continue reading »
Sirit Shareholders Approve Acquisition by Federal Signal
Expects transaction to close on or about March 5, 2010 continue reading »
Dyesol-Corus Milestone 7 – Into the Light
Achieved seventh milestone of the joint program under the Welsh Assembly Government contract continue reading »
UPM Raflatac and Hansaprint Take Customization of NFC RFID Tags to a New Level
Announce new label for metal surfaces continue reading »
Avery Dennison Corporation to Join University of Arkansas RFID Research Center Advisory Board
Sees productive synergy taking place between the two organizations continue reading »
Impinj Monza 4 Tag Chip Family Raises Bar in RFID Performance and Privacy
New chips feature True3D and QT technologies, delivering dramatic RFID application improvements continue reading »
Savi Networks Seals New Pact to Wirelessly Monitor Cargo for Western Digital in Thailand
SaviTrak Intelligence Service Has automatically tracked more than 100,000 shipments through Free Trade Zone continue reading »
Evergreen Solar Appoints Scott Gish VP of Sales and Marketing
Will report to Richard M. Feldt, chairman, CEO and president continue reading »
Ascent Solar Achieves Mil-Spec 810G Certification for Defense Applications
Premier and 2 Meter flexible CIGS solar modules have been certified by an independent laboratory continue reading »
Sirit Announces Increased Offer from Federal Signal
The increased consideration represents a premium of 43 percent to the value of the original Federal Signal offer continue reading »
Enfucell Gets New Capital and New Shareholders
Vera Venture and Varma securing bridging finance continue reading »
Innovalight Hires Boris Mathiszik as VP of Worldwide Sales
Silicon ink solar cell technology company to expand sales organization globally continue reading »
MIT Commissions Peratech to Develop Next Generation Tactile Robotic Skin
New type of electronic ‘skin’ enables robotic devices to detect not only that they have been touched but also where and how hard the touch was continue reading »
Toppan Printing Launches Sales of TopCert
IC employee ID card authentication and management solution compatible with Microsoft Windows continue reading »
Cypak TAP Interface for Medical Devices Excites Interest in San Diego
Touch And Post enables clients to post their data to a mobile reader continue reading »
CRSP Funds 10 New Advanced Solar Research Projects
Announces first Sponsored Research Program project with Konarka Technologies continue reading »
ELANTAS PDG, Inc. Acquires Formulated Products Business from Quadrant Chemical
Supplies OEM companies in the automotive, aerospace, electrical/electronics, and transportation markets continue reading »
Mitsubishi Electric Names Kenichiro Yamanishi New President, CEO
Setsuhiro Shimomura is appointed as chairman continue reading »
Cost-Efficient Card Production Right from the Beginning
Mühlbauer launches new semiautomatic sheet collating solution SSC 200 continue reading »
DayStar Technologies Appoints Magnus Ryde as CEO
Also named a director of the company’s board of directors continue reading »
3M and txtr to Explore eReading Solutions and Businesses
Next to rapid growth in the eReading area, 3M predicts a broad range of applications for this technology in the industrial space continue reading »
U.S. Department of Energy Honors Universal Display for White OLED Lighting Advances
Company’s progress in white OLED lighting performance toward DOE’s commercial targets recognized at annual Solid-State Lighting Workshop continue reading »
UPM Raflatac Plans on Relocating New Product Piloting of its RFID Business Closer to Fastest Growing Markets
Moves closer to fastest growing markets in Guangzhou, China and Fletcher, NC continue reading »
Interactions Between Hardin County Jail Detainees and Correctional Officers are Automatically Tracked with Precision Dynamics’ Clincher RFID Wristbands
Jail achieves defensible regulatory compliance through automated RFID technology continue reading »
ODIN completes 300th successful RFID project
Industry leader leverages best practices on five continents continue reading »
Two Constellation Energy Projects Named Best in New England by Association of Energy Engineers
Solar installation at Patriot Place was named the best renewable energy project in New England continue reading »
Luna Innovations Announces New Credit Facility
Silicon Valley Bank extends Luna a $5 million revolving credit facility continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Holdings Receives Contract to Improve Lithium-Ion Batteries
Awarded a $100,000 Phase I contract by the US Army continue reading »
Innovalight Awarded Key Patent by U.S. Patent and Trademark Office for Solar Cells Manufactured With Silicon Ink
Includes selective emitters made from silicon ink and crystalline silicon wafers continue reading »
Applied Nanotech to Exhibit at Nano Tech 2010 in Tokyo
Will showcase some of its key nanotechnology advancements continue reading »
Joseph Flanagan Joins Applied Materials as Senior VP of Worldwide Operations and Supply Chain
Will help reinforce Applied’s commitment to re-engineering the company and help spur new ways to do business more efficiently continue reading »
STMicroelectronics Delivers Innovative Enabler for Energy Savings and Performance Boost in Process and Building Automation
World’s first combination protection-and-termination IC enables system designers to increase performance, reduce power, simplify design continue reading »
Roth & Rau AG Takes Over Solar Activities of OTB Group B.V.
Boost to the company’s market position in crystalline silicon solar technology and in its turnkey business continue reading »
Peterborough Utilities to Construct 10 MW Solar Farm
Opportunity for ICP Solar to build one of the first utility owned solar projects In Ontario continue reading »
Richard Erskine Resigns from Ascent Solar Board
Responsibilities as CEO of Energy Capital Management necessitate his resignation continue reading »
Dyesol in Germany – On the Starting Grid
Company will pursue DSC product development and commercialization in Germany, particularly in Bavaria continue reading »
SolarWorld Wins Independent Test Again
Modules reach highest yields in international competitive comparison continue reading »
SoloPower Names Tim Harris as CEO
Lou DiNardo assumes role as executive chairman of the board continue reading »
Uni-Solar Laminates Featured on Mario Botta-Designed Building in Italy
Curved surfaces of the cutting-edge architectural design takes advantage of Uni-Solar's unique product characteristics continue reading »
Unidym Adds Malcolm Gillis to Board of Directors
Dr. Gillis served as the president of William Marsh Rice University from 1993 until 2004 continue reading »
Slurry Supply Running Stably, Wafer Production Unaffected
All slurry recovery plants are currently running stably after last week's fire continue reading »
CSEM Introduces a Low Power RF SoC with an Integrated DSP Processor Back
CSEM has developed an RF system-on-chip integrating a 900M Hz low power RF transceiver continue reading »
Cambrios Announces Issuance of an Important Inlicensed Patent Claiming Methods of Nanostructure Formation and Shape Selection
Covers commercially relevant methods of manufacturing metal nanostructures continue reading »
United Solar Announces Major Contribution for 4 MW Installation on Marcegaglia Group's Industrial Plant in Italy
Complete BIPV system will produce enough energy to meet the needs of approximately 1,900 households continue reading »
RFID Implementation Delivers Major Savings for Viraj Profiles Ltd.
Leading global manufacturer of stainless steel profiles successfully streamlined logistical operations with RFID continue reading »
Lighting Companies Initiate LED Light Engine Standardization
International group of companies forms Zhaga continue reading »
Kovio and Nissan Chemical Ramp Up Production of Silicon Ink for RF Products and Displays
NCI will commercially produce Kovio's proprietary silicon ink technology continue reading »
Confidex Appoints Tim Hoffman Senior Manager, Channel Sales North America
Previously with Zebra, Omron, HP and Agilent continue reading »
STMicroelectronics Inaugurates its New Taiwan Office in Taipei
Marks 25th anniversary of ST’s successful local presence continue reading »
DuPont Opens PV Application Facility in Geneva
Accelerates innovation to meet fast-growing solar market continue reading »
Gentag, The CORE Institute Sign License Agreement
Post surgery wireless skin patch license agreement signed continue reading »
VDMA Photovoltaic Equipment Forum Appoints Steering Committee
Dr. Peter Fath, centrotherm photovoltaics AG, is spokesman continue reading »
Five Million Euros Invested into Confidex
Company specializes in contactless RFID technologies continue reading »
Fire at Slurry Supplier May Affect Wafer Production at REC ASA
SiC Processing AS is currently unable to estimate the expected length of the production shutdown continue reading »
New Energy Appoints J. Brent Wilkinson as COO
Experience includes growth at Nexus Technology Group, Mielach, Precise Software continue reading »
SKion Exceeds Threshold of 95 Percent of the ALTANA Shares and Makes Squeeze Out Request
Requests ALTANA AG to convene a shareholders meeting continue reading »
Applied Materials Joins ISMI’s ESH Technology Center
Collaboration to address global environmentally sustainable and cost-effective manufacturing continue reading »
PETEC, Flexible Display Center at ASU Collaborate to Develop Enabling Technology for Printed Flexible Displays
PETEC becomes associate member to collaborate on high-performing OTFTs continue reading »
UPM Raflatac, Marnlen RFiD Create Customized RFID Inventory Inspection and Validation Tagging Solution for Bairstow Lifting Products
Bairstow will affix HF RFID tags to all of the products it manufactures continue reading »
Unidym Announces JV to Market Printable CNT Electronics in Korea
Working with Wisepower to market and co-develop Unidym’s proprietary film and electronic ink products into the Korean touch panel and display industries continue reading »
January 2010
Semprius and Siemens Announce Agreement to Advance Innovative Solar Energy Technology
Will co-develop and deploy plug-and-play demonstration systems based on Semprius’ Solar Module Arrays and Siemens’ automation and control components continue reading »
Michael Mohr Joins Heliatek as VP Production
Second important replacement with experience in the industry at Heliatek continue reading »
Syscan ID Expands Into the UK Market
Partnership agreement reached with Animalcare Group plc to distribute EID wand reader continue reading »
Alien Technology Finishes First in Off-Road Championships Down Under
Motorcycling South Australia selects Alien RFID tags and readers and race timing system continue reading »
ECD, Enfinity Announce Plans to Co-Develop 10 MW of Rooftop Solar Projects in Ontario
The companies expect to complete construction during 2010 continue reading »
Optomec Introduces Aerosol Jet Display Lab System for Next Generation Touch Screen and Display Applications
New product will be launched at FlexTech 2010 Conference continue reading »
Nissha Signs $1.4 Million Licensing Agreement for Peratech’s Ultra-Thin, Low Power QTC Technology Switches
Creates next generation of touch screens with 3D input for mobile devices continue reading »
TAGSYS, Rica Lewis Deploy RFID Solution at Major European Retailers
Is leading supplier of jean apparel to major European retail stores such as Carrefour, Auchan and Intermarche continue reading »
AIXTRON Expands to New R&D Facilities
Plans to invest up to 40 million euros over the next two to three years continue reading »
US Air Force Selects ODIN to Monitor and Maintain RFID Network
Air Force AIT and Air Mobility Command RFID Sustainment Initiative covers eight bases continue reading »
Confidex Expands into Wireless Sensor Networking Technologies
Joins global DASH7 Alliance continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Holdings Expands its Presence in Solar Field
Enters into agreement with Arima Eco Energy Technologies continue reading »
Cymbet Secures $31 Million in Private Financing
Additional funding to launch global sales expansion and add manufacturing capacity for eco-friendly EnerChip product lines continue reading »
5N Plus and Abound Solar Sign PV Module Recycling Agreement and Memorandum of Understanding for Raw Material Supply
5N Plus will provide recycling services for solar modules and manufacturing scrap continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Holdings Establishes Sales and Marketing Presence in Europe
Martin Schmid to represent ANI’s interests in Europe continue reading »
Bürkle Aims at Growing Again
PV is key to the company’s growth plans continue reading »
Identive Group Expands Executive Management Team
Melvin Denton-Thompson named CFO/COO, Dr. Manfred Mueller named CEO of SCM Microsystems business unit continue reading »
Identive Group Announces Preliminary 4Q Results, Preview of New Business Structure
Outlines SCM Microsystems’s cost reduction program following the completion of its combination with Bluehill ID continue reading »
Savi Announces New SmartChain Supply Chain Solutions for Chemical, Oil and Gas, and Aerospace and Defense Businesses
Provides actionable knowledge powered by real-time data from devices equipped with all types of Auto-ID technologies continue reading »
Veeco Awarded $4M in R&D Matching Funds from DOE Solid State Lighting Manufacturing Grant
Veeco's proposal focused on driving down cost of high brightness LEDs through advancement of its MOCVD technology continue reading »
QD Vision Receives $3 Million from DTE Energy Ventures
Will ramp up commercialization of energy efficient technology for lighting and flat panel displays continue reading »
AVANCIS Achieves Record 15.1 Percent Efficiency
Results confirmed by NREL continue reading »
Functional Printing Enables Next Wave of Mass Produced Electronic Goods
OE-A’s LOPE-C 2010 will demonstrate the latest process technologies and applications continue reading »
Odersun Achieves IEC Certification for its CIS Solar Modules
With certification for its thin-film modules, Odersun starts ramping-up production continue reading »
IDTechEx Printed Electronics Europe 2010 will Reflect New Trends in PE
Will cover a host of new trends, including carbon nanotubes in conductive paper and transistors, printing silicon for enhancing solar cells, for transistors and other uses and printing copper at a fraction of the cost of silver continue reading »
Printed Electronics Summit Set for May 10-11, 2010
Conference offers roadmap to PE scale-up, cutting-edge technologies and mass market integration continue reading »
PNM, First Solar Sign Contract for 22 Megawatts of Utility Scale Solar Power for New Mexico
Five PV solar power plants to be located in PNM’s service territory continue reading »
DuPont Completes $295 Million Expansion for PV Market
DuPont to invest $175 million in final phase of critical Tedlar PVF film expansion for durable PV modules continue reading »
STMicroelectronics Joins CEA-Leti IMAGINE Program
Will work together to develop multiple E-beam lithography continue reading »
Plextronics Achieves ISO 9001:2008 Certification
Certification positions the company to deliver high-quality ink products to the PE industry continue reading »
First Solar Acquires Solar Project Development Pipeline from Edison Mission Group
The utility-scale solar projects are located in California and the Southwest continue reading »
ICP Solar Appoints Three New Directors
Larry Faulk, Mark Roseborough and Ron Stewart named to Board of Directors continue reading »
Identive Group Adopts New Stock Symbols
NASDAQ:INVE and FSE:INV reflect company’s new name continue reading »
Dyesol Launches New Online Catalog to Meet Global Demand
Dyesol Limited has launched a new website with a complete online product catalog to meet the rapidly increasing global demand for its products and technologies. continue reading »
ECD Announces Plan to Build Manufacturing Facility in France
Announces plans to establish a 30MW solar laminate manufacturing facility in France continue reading »
Sirit Signs Definitive Agreement to be Acquired by Federal Signal
Acquisition transforms Federal Signal into a leader in intelligent transport systems continue reading »
Korean Apparel Company The Basic House Harnesses RFID to Achieve Visibility Through the Supply Chain
Using UPM Raflatac DogBone RFID tags to gain visibility into its supply chain management and to overcome a number of problems typical of the apparel industry continue reading »
Luna Innovations' Largest Investor Exchanges Debt for Equity
Carilion Clinic exchanges $6.2 million in debt for preferred stock continue reading »
Ascent Solar Announces Launch of New Web Site
Features a fresh design, expanded information on products and market diversity and a more interactive platform continue reading »
Alien Technology Provides RFID Solution for Reusable Fish Crates
Alien Technology and Prosign deliver RFID tracking solution to Pack and Sea for environmentally challenging fish crate tracking application continue reading »
AIXTRON Participating in National German OLED Research Project 'So-Light'
Working together with 10 other partners to strengthen Germany’s leading position in the fast growing OLED market continue reading »
Luna Innovations Emerges from Chapter 11 Reorganization
Luna exits Chapter 11 less than six months after filing continue reading »
Semprius Receives $1.5 Million Investment from X-FAB in Strategic Development Agreement
X-FAB to provide turnkey silicon wafer fabrication for Semprius customers continue reading »
Gov. Bill Richardson Issues Green Economy Executive Order from SCHOTT Solar’s Albuquerque HQ
Declares New Mexico ‘Solar Valley’ of U.S. continue reading »
New Energy Unveils Patent-Pending Technology to ‘Spray’ Solar Cells onto See-Thru Windows to Generate Electricity
Novel system to ‘spray’ solar cells onto New Energy’s SolarWindow replaces slow, expensive methods with high-speed, cost-saving process continue reading »
Xunlight Awarded $34.5 Million Tax Credit
Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credit is awarded through partnership with the U.S. Department of Treasury and Department of Energy continue reading »
RFID Solution Designed by UPM Raflatac and Digilogics Delivers Measurable Gains for El Puerto de Liverpool
Leading retailer in Mexico implements comprehensive RFID solution for its suppliers continue reading »
OE-A Roadmap for Organic and Printed Electronics is Available for Download
Offers in-depth look at applications as well as materials, substrates and patterning processes continue reading »
Spansion Inc. Announces Agreement to Purchase Distribution Business and Foundry Services From Former Japanese Subsidiary
Company on-track to emerge from Chapter 11 in the first quarter of 2010 continue reading »
New Energizer Solar Powered Charging Solutions Announced
www.energizersolar.com showcases state-of-the-art innovative solar solutions continue reading »
Liquavista Collaborates with Texas Instruments to Fuel Next-Generation eReader Advancements
Liquavista technology to be mapped to TI’s OMAP processors for eReaders continue reading »
Introducing the QUE proReader
More than an eReader, QUE is uniquely designed as an essential tool to lighten the workload of mobile professionals continue reading »
Cypak Partners with Meridian Health
Will jointly develop new technology-based products and services continue reading »
eReaders Set for a Revolution as Liquavista Launches Color Display
LiquavistaColor brings high performance full color video reflective displays continue reading »
Innovalight Raises an Additional $18 Million to Expand Silicon Ink Manufacturing for Global Solar Market
New strategic investments from Singapore back plans to expand in region continue reading »
Ascent Solar Hires Zane Rakes as VP of Manufacturing Operations
Looks forward to expansion and ramp up of its high volume Fab 2 facility continue reading »
Veeco Appoints David D. Glass CFO
Joins Veeco following a 25-year career with Rohm and Haas continue reading »
Optomec Awarded Air Force Contract to Enhance Fuel Cell Manufacturing System
Upgrades target high volume production of solid oxide fuel cells continue reading »
New Energy Achieves Major ‘Transparency’ Breakthrough in Development of See-Thru Windows Capable of Generating Electricity
Researchers replace ‘visibility-blocking’ metal with transparent, environmentally-friendly compounds continue reading »
Applied Nanotech Holdings Announces R&D and License Agreement with Prominent Sporting Goods Manufacturer
Tailoring Applied Nanotech’s patented epoxy/CNT nanocomposite technology for use in a specific new sporting goods application continue reading »
Enel Green Power, Sharp and STMicroelectronics Sign Agreement for the Largest PV Panel Manufacturing Plant in Italy
Plant, located in Catania, Italy, is expected to have initial production capacity of 160 MW per year and is targeted to grow to 480 MW over the next years continue reading »
Luna Innovations Receives NASDAQ Extension
Jan. 13, 2010 represents the full extent of the panel's discretion in this matter continue reading »
SCM Microsystems and Bluehill ID AG Complete Business Combination
Combined company to adopt new name: Identive Group continue reading »
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