Introducing..... “ZWLCT”

Advanced Solar Photonics (ASP) the cutting-edge developer of laser equipment for solar panel processing, thin-film solar cells, and commercial solar products presents the photovoltaic industry with Zero Width Laser Cutting Technology® (ZWLCT®). This process is a non-contact method which splits glass and other non-metallic brittle materials on the molecular level with tremendous speed, no material loss, and no chips or other debris associated with conventional scribe and break technology.

Precisely cutting glass and other substrates has always been a vexing problem for the solar industry. For years now, there have been two major cutting methods: mechanical scribing or sawing and laser cutting. The explosive rise of the photovoltaic industry has put new demands on these existing cutting technologies. Advanced Solar Photonics utilizes ZWLCT® in its Fantom G8™, a thin-film laser scribing system.

"Zero Width Laser Cutting Technology® can be used for precise glass separation at production speeds not previously possible and with edge characteristics not attainable by any other process to date. The processed glass is four to five times mechanically stronger and has defect free edges without additional edge processing, said Edgardo Rodriguez, Vice President of sales for Advanced Solar Photonics. “Using this patented method aids the glass in withstanding extreme day/night temperature changes in the harsh desert environments by maintaining the integrity of the glass, thus strengthening it and ensuring long term stability.”

Zero Width Laser Cutting Technology® produces the maximum MicroCrack depth in the subsurface layer of the glass and not thermal-fracturing of the glass. After performing this application, the human eye is unable to see any change in the properties of the glass; however, when applying a small amount of pressure, the glass will split along the scribe line. Following the split, the glass has no particular damage and the highest edge quality which one can safely run their finger over requiring no further processing making grinding and cleaning lines unnecessary."

About Advanced Solar Photonics
Advanced Solar Photonics is the cutting-edge developer of laser equipment for solar panel processing, thin-film solar cells, and commercial solar products for the solar industry. Our laser equipment performs edge isolation, deletion, glass scribing, coating removal, laser marking and cutting. Our thin-film solar panels are produced using our proven patented method and expertise gained first hand to manufacture panels with one of the highest thin-film efficiencies and low cost per kilowatt hour. Additionally, ASP has created commercial equipment, like the solar tower, utilizing our thin-film panels. Our various technologies can increase production and efficiency, minimize waste, and in some cases, increase the overall efficiency of the PV cells. For more information, visit http://www.advancedsolarphotonics.com/ or call us direct at (407) 829-2613.

Advanced Solar Photonics Announces Silicon Solar Panel Dicing and Scribing System

Advanced Solar Photonics, (ASP), a developer of laser scribing, laser marking, laser cutting, edge deletion & edge isolation laser systems for the solar industry, announces the Blackstar,™ a silicon solar panel dicing & scribing system.

Developed as an alternative to mechanical saws, which may damage thin and complex solar cell materials and substrates while cutting, the BlackStar™increases the yield per panel and maximizes throughput, while minimizing the heat affected zone. Designed specifically for solar cells and low-K substrates, this wafer dicing system is used for dicing many semiconductor materials and silicon composites in solar panel production. Utilizing Fantom Wafer Dicing Technology™ (FWDT™), which was developed by ASP’s parent company, Fonon, the BlackStar™ is highly accurate and 20 times faster than a mechanical saw.

“Not only does the BlackStar™ provide precision, accuracy and resolution which mechanical methods are unable to provide, said Kristen Bruenig, Market Manger for ASP, “using a BlackStar™ laser system, has additional significant advantages over other technologies, such as: eliminating the need for cleaning solutions which produce hazardous waste, having a cut edge that is free of stress and the elimination of micro-cracks, fragmentation or chipping.”

The researchers at Advanced Solar Photonics are dedicated to providing laser application solutions in the solar panel manufacturing industry. Utilizing state-of the-art Fiber Laser technology and proprietary processes and equipment, the Advanced Solar Photonics’ research team has developed the capabilities to now offer laser equipment specifically tailored to produce delicate solar panels.

Advanced Solar Photonics is located in a 318,000 square foot headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida employing an international team of technology driven professionals. Reaching out to the photovoltaic industry, ASP strives to lower manufacturing costs utilizing proven patented technology geared to improve and lower the cost per kilowatt. This technology is applicable to both the silicon and thin-film processes. For more information, please contact 407-829-2613.

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Advanced Solar Photonics Receives Two Letters of Intent to Purchase Solar Panels

Advanced Solar Photonics, (ASP), a developer of equipment for solar processing, thin-film solar panels, and commercial solar equipment, announced today that it has received two letters of intent to purchase 15 MW panels.

Under the proposed terms of the agreement, the companies will purchase 15 MW SunPanels™ from ASP. The Generation 8 SunPanels™ are the most efficient thin-film panels on the market providing eight times more power from one panel than competition. Additionally, SunPanels™ all glass components are manufactured with patented Zero Width Laser Cutting Technology™ providing 4-5 times stronger and defect free edges to withstand extreme day/night temperature changes in the harsh desert environments ensuring 25+ years of long term module stability.

“These letters of intent represent the first two of many such agreements Advanced Solar Photonics intends to craft with other companies around the world,” stated Edgardo Rodriquez, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Advanced Solar Photonics.

About Advanced Solar Photonics (ASP)
ASP is located in a 318,000 square foot headquarters in Lake Mary, Florida employing an international team of technology driven professionals. Reaching out to the photovoltaic industry, ASP strives to lower manufacturing costs utilizing proven patented technology geared to improve and lower the cost per kilowatt. This technology is applicable to both the silicon and thin-film processes.

For additional information on ASPs’ product technology for the photovoltaic industry, please contact a representative at 1-407-829-2613, or visit http://www.advancedsolarphotonics.com/