DuPont increases capacity of its Tedlar film for solar photovoltaic backsheets. The expanded capacity leverages manufacturing assets at its Circleville, Ohio manufacturing site. …
… “The film line expansion will be located at the DuPont Circleville, Ohio, facility using existing and retrofitted assets. This expansion provides Tedlar oriented film capacity to support global demand of over 10 gigawatts (GW) of photovoltaic module production. The investment will deliver DuPont technology to help meet increasing needs for energy and environmental sustainability. This reflects the company’s recently announced commitment to focus on meeting four emerging global trends, one of which is decreasing dependence on fossil fuels. Film production is scheduled to start up in September 2011. ” …
Via DuPont: PVF Film Expansion for Durable Photovoltaic Modules
Dupont expands solar film capacity based on its market position and growth forecasts. …
Backsheet Materials for Photovoltaic: “DuPont Tedlar PVF film has been viewed as the industry leader for providing durable, weather-resistant backsheets for photovoltaic modules. ”