DuPont Introduces New Protective Backsheet Technology for Photovoltaic Modules.... |
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Press release date: September 2, 2011
Signs Licensing Agreement with Taiflex
DuPont(TM) TPNext(TM) Laminate to Power Taiflex SolmateŽ Backsheet WILMINGTON, Del., - DuPont Photovoltaic Fluoromaterials (DuPont) announced it has developed a new backsheet technology designed to enhance the quality and manufacturability of crystalline silicon solar modules by improving adhesion to encapsulants, resistance to ultraviolet (UV) light and enabling faster throughput in the backsheet production process. The company has recently signed a licensing agreement with Taiflex Scientific, who plans to offer its SolmateŽ backsheet, powered by the new DuPont(TM) TPNext(TM) laminate. This technology is based on continued innovation with DuPont(TM) TedlarŽ polyvinyl fluoride (PVF) film, the industry standard for high-performing protective backsheets for solar modules.
New DuPont(TM) TPNext(TM) laminate is based on continued innovation with DuPont(TM) TedlarŽ PVF film.
"TedlarŽ film is the only material with 25 plus years of proven in-field performance in photovoltaic modules, and we're pleased to be able to leverage the technology with TPNext(TM) laminate," said John E. Odom, global business director - DuPont Photovoltaic Fluoromaterials. "We've been innovating with TedlarŽ film for 50 years, and this latest introduction represents an important milestone toward enabling the photovoltaic (PV) industry to reach grid parity faster by providing next-generation, high quality, durable TedlarŽ film and backsheet constructions. We are confident that this collaboration with Taiflex Scientific will be highly successful due to their commitment to TedlarŽ film-based backsheet, our shared commitment to technology innovation and their proven track record of speed in implementation."
TPNext(TM) is a proprietary laminate consisting of TedlarŽ film, polyester and a unique extrusion-coated tie-layer from DuPont that reduces the use of organic solvent-based adhesives, and delivers superior and consistent adhesion to EVA encapsulants as well as improved UV resistance. TPNext(TM) laminate, a single protective layer backsheet, is designed to complement the industry-proven standard construction of TedlarŽ film, polyester, and TedlarŽ film known as TPT(TM).
"We were pleased to work in close collaboration with DuPont to bring TPNext(TM) laminate to the market," said John Chiang, president - Taiflex. "We feel this type of technology has the potential to help reduce overall system costs while enhancing performance."
TedlarŽ PVF film has set performance standards for 50 years. It consistently outperforms alternative products for photovoltaic backsheet and is recognized as the PV industry standard. TedlarŽ is the only film with 25 plus years of proven field experience. Its weatherability properties enable superior, long-term energy output performance for PV modules.
DuPont(TM) TedlarŽ polyvinyl fluoride films are part of the broad and growing portfolio of products represented by DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions, which connects science and technology from across the company on a global scale to help support the dramatic growth of the photovoltaic industry. To learn more about DuPont Photovoltaic Solutions, visit http://photovoltaics.dupont.com.
DuPont is applying the power of its science to help reduce the world's dependence on fossil fuels. DuPont has a range of market-leading products that serve the renewable energy industry, including enabling materials for photovoltaics, biofuels, renewably sourced materials and technologies engineered to improve energy efficiency.
DuPont (NYSE: DD) has been bringing world-class science and engineering to the global marketplace in the form of innovative products, materials, and services since 1802. The company believes that by collaborating with customers, governments, NGOs, and thought leaders we can help find solutions to such global challenges as providing enough healthy food for people everywhere, decreasing dependence on fossil fuels, and protecting life and the environment. For additional information about DuPont and its commitment to inclusive innovation, please visit http://www.dupont.com.
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Media Contact:
Ellen G. Pressley
919-248-5598
ellen.g.pressley@usa.dupont.com
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