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Business newspapers - Special Topic 2011.10.05
Probright became as InfoComm's Golden member
Exhibition Event: China International Industry Fair 2011, No.A072&A062, Shanghai New International EXPO Centre (SNIEC)
http://www.ciif-expo.com/article/list.php?catid=41
Patent announcement: Adjustable focal length of optical display device
Exhibition Event: PV Taiwan 2011, No.1454 Hall 1, Taipei World Trade Center
http://www.pvtaiwan.com/en_US/news/info.html?id=1C72B6D9ACB17DDB
Taiwan, a leading maker of PV cells, is about to turn on one of the hottest shows under the sun! It targets global interest in alternate energy by bridging the market with the latest systems and tech that will inspire a fresh wave of change across the industry.
For everyone who dreams of harnessing the sun, this is the show! PV Taiwan is specially positioned between East and West to open the big picture on every facet of the industry across a venue packed with feature areas on PV Cells / Modules / Systems Pavilion, HCPV Pavilion, DSSC Pavilion, Academic Poster Section and New Products & Solutions Outlook.
HCPV Pavilion showcases the latest HCPV tech
HCPV (High Concentrated Photovoltaic) offers numerous advantages including less consumption of battery materials, lower costs and higher efficiency in generating electricity. HCPV market capacity for 2011, projects Amonix, will reach 60MW.
And the “HCPV Pavilion” brings it all together with such key makers as All Real Technology, Everphoton, Green Source Technology, Huang Yih Gear Technology, MH Solar, M-Com, NEO-OPTIC, Probright Technology and TaiCrystal. It’s here where Taiwan joins its most advanced HCPV tech and modules to open the perfect platform for HCPV partnerships.
Exhibition Event: 5rd Renewable Energy India 2011, New Delhi, 2011 August 10 - 12, Hall 11, Booth No.11.45.
http://www.renewableenergyindiaexpo.com/index.html
Exhibition Event: Infocomm 2011 June 15-17 Orlando, Florida, USA, Booth 4390
http://www.infocommshow.org/
Exhibition Event: Intersolar Europe June 8-10, 2011 Munich, Germany, Booth# A2.230D
Approved of REACH - SVHC By SGS
The chemical analysis of Fifty-three Substance of Very High Concern (53 SVHC) is performed by means of currently available analytical techniques against the list published by ECHA on 2011 May 31. This list is under evaluation by ECHA and may subject to change in the future.
According to the specified scope and analytical technique, the FRESNEL of PROBRIGHT is approved of the chemical analysis of Fifty-three Substance of Very High Concern (53 SVHC).
PROBRIGHT emphasizes the concept of Green Product in its business activities, focusing on reducing harmful effects of product on the environment and to ensure compliance with all applicable Green Product regulations. Now FRESNEL is approved of the test of REACH-SVHC by SGS, standing for PROBRIGHT concerns the environment sustained and favorable for the business of the Europe market is enlarged.
CONCENTRATION PHOTOVOLTAIC LENS: Silicone-On-Glass Fresnel Lens Built-to-Last, say 20 years
Date: 2010.09.09
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Changing the way High Concentration Photovoltaic (HCPV) System Operates
TAIPEI, TAIWAN (September, 2010) – With the public awareness of global warming, Solar power has been heated up like never before. Those deep blue colored solar panels have resided all over the places, such as solar power plant, parking lot, gymnasium, and even household rooftop. But have you ever seen those cool giant panels lifted up on a pole, equipped with lens, and have the ability to chase the sun? This concept is not new, but until now it gets mature and popular.
“The current blue-colored panels are all silicon based. They are relatively easy to install, “ stated Larry Lai, Probright’s Executive Vice President, “but the conversion rate is only around 13%~18% on the module and difficult to improve due to physical limitation. Their basic material – crystalline is also in a constant shortage status. HCPV system is the solution to those issues.”
There are three major components in HCPV: Fresnel Lens, III-V group chip, and tracking system. HCPV concentrate the sunlight to a spot onto the III-V group cell. It can minimize the cell usage without sacrificing efficiency and provide around 20%~30% of conversion rate on the module. The tracking system will chase the sun from rise to set also increase the efficiency. As for Fresnel lens, the most popular material is still PMMA (Acrylic). PMMA has the physical constraints of UV light resistance. The normal life time is around 3-5 years. It becomes an issue with tens of thousand lens transparency degrading and conversion rate dropping within 5 years. To resolve this issue, Silicone-on-Glass is widely accepted as the best solution so far. It can resist up to 20 years. But the commercially available SOG lens is still scarce.
Probright Technology has released a new series of Glasinel TM concentration Photovoltaic Fresnel lens with single and array variations for different applications with both PMMA and SOG type.
“We are glad to announce our Glasinel TM series of SOG lens for HCPV application to the market,” stated Vincent Wang, Assistant Vice President of Sales and Marketing, “The currently available variations for sample include single, 2 by 2, and 2 by 4 versions. Our target is to provide SOG lens in 8 by 8 before the end of this year. We will exhibit the Fresnel lens in different solar applications in Taiwan International Green Industry Show (TIGIS) from Oct 25th to 28th in Taipei World Trade Center. Welcome to visit us at Booth # 1120.”
About Probright Technology, Inc.
With the merge of the prominent Demark large screen maker, SVS, in 2001, Probright, formerly the Display Product Technology Division of Prodisc Technology, was founded. Prodisc is a Taiwanese public company specialized in manufacturing various type of CD and DVD disc. On Jan 1st, 2010, Probright got official spin-off with full financial independence. The company’s core capability includes the design, tooling and manufacturing of rear projection screen and Fresnel lenses from 3” to 150” in sizes. Its technology has also been integrated in other areas including solar concentrated photovoltaic (CPV), optical film, 3D display, and digital signage. www.probright.com.tw
Contacts:
Sandy Lin (PR, Taiwan): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996 x 3965, sandylin@probright.com.tw
Larry Lai (Executive Vice President): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996, Cell. +886-939-564-989, larrylai@probright.com.tw
Vincent Wang (AVP/ Sales & Marketing): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996 x 3966, Cell. +886-919-337-832, vincentwang@probright.com.tw
Glasinel - High Concentration Photovoltaic Fresnel Lenses
Date: 2010.09.03
High Concentration Photovoltaic system
There are several technologies to convert solar power into electricity. Silicon based solution, including single, poly crystalline, and Thin-film poly crystalline, takes more than 90% share of current market. The current conversion rate of silicon based solution is limited to 18% to 24.7% max. However, the conversion rate of compound based chip, such as GaAs/GAInP/Ge crystalline, can achieve around 30% to 41.6% max. HCPV is the compound based solution that provides the highest efficiency. There are two types of HCPV system: one is reflective type using either reflective dish or linear Fresnel technology, the other one is refractive type using circular Fresnel lens or lens array.
Concentration Photovoltaic Fresnel Lenses
There are several technologies to convert solar power into electricity. Silicon based solution, including single, poly crystalline, and Thin-film poly crystalline, takes more than 90% share of current market. The current conversion rate of silicon based solution is limited to 18% to 24.7% max. However, the conversion rate of compound based chip, such as GaAs/GAInP/Ge crystalline, can achieve around 30% to 41.6% max. HCPV is the compound based solution that provides the highest efficiency. There are two types of HCPV system: one is reflective type using either reflective dish or linear Fresnel technology, the other one is refractive type using circular Fresnel lens or lens array.
Glasinel TM product line is the refractive type of Concentration Photovoltaic Fresnel lens and lens array. Comparing to traditional PV, the advantage of Glasinel TM is quite straight forward.
- Conversion efficiency
- Minimized solar cell usage: Low total cost even added up the tracker and module costs
- No material shortage issue
- Recyclable material
- Utilization of dry and otherwise deserted land
Applications
Solar concentrators are often mounted on a solar tracker in order to keep the focal point upon the cell as the sun moves across the sky. With the concentration of the sun light, the cells require high-capacity heat sinks to prevent thermal destruction.
HCPV is suitable for large-sized solar power plant and/or combination with parking lot and farm application. The desired locations for HCPV are those with abundant sunshine and dry weather.
Lens Construction
The Glasinel TM product series consists of two different type of material: Silicon on Glass and PMMA.
Want to Know More:
http://www.probright.com.tw/Solar-energy.html
Welcome to 2010 Taiwan International Green Industry Show (Oct.25~Oct.28, 2010)
Date: 2010.08.27
http://www.greentaiwan.tw/en_US/index.html
Taiwan International Green Industry Show (TIGIS) is Taiwan’s largest show dedicated to the environment. TIGIS 2010 at the TWTC from Oct. 25th to 28th will be even larger with 250 exhibitors who will display their latest “Green Tech” products ranging from wind power, fuel cell, LED lighting, electrical vehicles, recycling, anti-pollution, green building materials, to water treatment and deep ocean water applications.
And at the same place and time as TIGIS 2010 comes PV Taiwan (Taiwan International Photovoltaic Forum & Exhibition) & CEPSI (Conference of the Electric Power Supply Industry) that will attract even more suppliers and buyers from related industries. Better still TIGIS alone contains 3 themes shows for buyers to make one-stop sourcing – Clean Energy, Green Environment, & Water Technology. Please welcome to the TIGIS and look forward to seeing you at booth No.1120.
Probright Technology Inc.
Oct.25-28, 2010 Taiwan International Green Industry Show
Place：TWTC Hall 1 - Booth No.1120
Exhibition contact person：Mr.Vincent Wang (Mobile: 886-919 337 832)
Mr.Sean Chang (Mobile: 886-911 333 044)
And at the same place and time as TIGIS 2010 comes PV Taiwan (Taiwan International Photovoltaic Forum & Exhibition) & CEPSI (Conference of the Electric Power Supply Industry) that will attract even more suppliers and buyers from related industries. Better still TIGIS alone contains 3 themes shows for buyers to make one-stop sourcing – Clean Energy, Green Environment, & Water Technology. Please welcome to the TIGIS and look forward to seeing you at booth No.1120.
Probright Technology Inc.
Oct.25-28, 2010 Taiwan International Green Industry Show
Place：TWTC Hall 1 - Booth No.1120
Exhibition contact person：Mr.Vincent Wang (Mobile: 886-919 337 832)
Mr.Sean Chang (Mobile: 886-911 333 044)
HOLO SCREEN: THE DIGITAL SIGNAGE WITH A SCI-FI LOOK
New color scheme created to fit for various attractions and design
Date: 2010.07.27
TAIPEI, TAIWAN (JULY, 2010) – Probright Technology has released a new series of Holo Screen with see-through capability designated for shopping mall, sport bar, telepresence, and retail store digital signage application. Floating image of product or brand name can be easily generated on the shop window to attract people’s attention. Futuristic and scientific look and feel is the main drive to lure customer to stop by.
With years of experience in design and manufacturing optical lenses for rear projection screen, Holo screen is initially designed with transparent blue to provide great contrast effect and sharp image especially for retail store window display.
The new series adds four other colors, green, orange, yellow, and clear, to fit for various requirements for contrast and application. BLUE provides best contrast feel, GREEN lighter, then ORANGE, YELLOW and at last CLEAR. Shop owner and integrator get the chance to choose for meet different needs in design.
“With our High-penetrated Optical Material technology, also known as HOM,” stated Larry Lai, Probright’s Executive Vice President, “Holo screen can provide see-through capability without sacrificing image quality. We are excited to be able to offer this new series to help shop owner and integrator to enhance the advertising effects, branding awareness and system design.”
About Probright Technology, Inc.
With the merge of the prominent Demark large screen maker, SVS, in 2001, Probright, formerly the Display Product Technology Division of Prodisc Technology, was founded. Prodisc is a Taiwanese public company specialized in manufacturing various type of CD and DVD disc. On Jan 1st, 2010, Probright got official spin-off with full financial independence. The company’s core capability includes the design, tooling and manufacturing of rear projection screen and Fresnel lenses from 3” to 150” in sizes. Its technology has also been integrated in other areas including solar concentrated photovoltaic (CPV), optical film, 3D display, and digital signage. www.probright.com.tw
Contacts:
Sandy Lin (PR, Taiwan): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996, sandylin@probright.com.tw
Larry Lai (Executive Vice President): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996,
Cell. +886-939-564-989, larrylai@probright.com.tw
Vincent Wang (AVP/ Sales & Marketing): Tel. +886-2-2298-8996,
Cell. +886-919-337-832, vincentwang@probright.com.tw
