German-based laser systems specialist LPKF Laser & Electronics has secured new follow-on orders from a thin-film PV module manufacturer.
LPKF did not disclose the value of the orders or delivery schedules but noted that follow-on orders from customers could be placed at short notice. The company is known for its thin-film laser scribing technology.
Based on PV Tech’s ongoing analysis of global PV manufacturing capacity announcements and possible expansion plans, several thin-film producers such as Avancis (CIGS) and First Solar (CdTe) are the likely customers, due to ongoing capacity expansions.
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The company experienced strong demand for its laser structuring and scribing systems from the thin-film solar sector in 2017, achieving sales growth of 48% and forcing the company to add manufacturing capacity to meet demand.
LPKF Laser had reported total revenue in 2017 of €102.1 million.
