September 14, 2007 – Vol. 12 No.25

Schuco International, E.ON AG Jointly Invest $135 Million in Building-Integrated Solar Products.

The new photovoltaic (PV) modules will be based on thin-film technology and used as metal and glass building facades. The modules will be produced in Germany, beginning in mid-2008 using technology supplied by Applied Materials, Inc. The modules will be exported worldwide.

Schuco International KG develops all types of transparent facade, photovoltaic, and solar-thermal components supplying a harmonized range of products to customers worldwide. The company also makes vinyl windows and doors, aluminum systems for building envelopes.

E.ON AG is one of the world's largest energy suppliers.

The prime focus of joint investment is the thin-foil production facility supplied by Applied Materials, Inc. The plant will produce PV modules measuring up to 5.7 square meters (over 61 square feet). The PV modules produce up to 460 watts per module. The new facility will significantly boost productivity, further strengthening Schuco's position in the building-integrated photovoltaics market, according to the company.

Applied Materials, Inc. is a global market leader in nanomanufacturing.

The company created by the joint Schuco International, E.ON AG investment is Malibu GmbH & Co. KG. (9/14/07)

Links:

Schuco USA L.P. http://www.schuco-usa.com

Schuco International http://www.schueco.de

E.ON AG http://www.eon.com

Applied Materials, Inc. http://www.appliedmaterials.com

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