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Hanwha Solar chooses Oxford Instruments for R&D centre
Hanwha Solar America has recently placed an order with leading plasma etch & deposition tool manufacturer Oxford Instruments Plasma Technology for a PlasmaPro System100 multi chamber tool, encompassing a combination of PECVD and sputter modules.
The PlasmaPro System100 cluster tool will facilitate research into new materials, cell concepts, and process characterisation applicable to crystalline silicon cell development. The system will be installed at Hanwha Solar America's Advanced PV Research Laboratory based in Santa Clara, California, USA.
Dr. Paul Basore, the Lab Director for Hanwha Solar America, commented, "We have recently established a cutting-edge advanced R&D centre in the U.S. for break-through technological studies in photovoltaics as part of our global research & development network. Oxford Instruments was chosen for their innovative and flexible products, technological expertise and global customer support".
Stuart Mitchell, VP at Oxford Instruments America said, "This order from Hanwha Solar cements our position as a leading provider of research and development equipment to leading corporate as well as academic organisations globally. Through our advanced technology and service we are working towards improving and creating a sustainable world".
An Oxford Instruments multi-chamber tool similar to that being purchased by Hanwha Solar enclosed
