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Smit Ovens passes 2-GW milestone
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Smit Ovens announced that it has passed the 2-gigawatt peak (GWp) milestone equivalent for sales of its customized ovens in the solar energy industry. The 2-GWp figure represents the output capacity of cells that can be manufactured in one year with Smit Oven's delivered systems.
Reaching this milestone reflects the company's strong sales in the solar sector, and the successful completion of 32 installations for thin-film photovoltaic companies around the world.
"Renewable energy sources have a vital role to play in the future economic and environmental health of our planet," says Wiro Zijlmans, President of Smit Ovens. "We believe solar energy will make a key contribution, thus we are delighted to support manufacturers moving into mass production of thin-film solar devices and solar heat exchangers."
In June 2008, Smit Ovens moved into new headquarters in Eindhoven, the Netherlands, to support its expanding customer base. Besides office and R&D facilities, the 4000-square-meters premises provide extensive space for manufacturing and testing of its advanced, industrial-purpose ovens.
About Smit Ovens
Founded in Nijmegen, the Netherlands in 1936, Smit Ovens is a supplier of customized thermal equipment and processes for the glass, electronics, displays and photovoltaics industries. It employs around 50 people and currently has around 3000 installations operating, including some 40 in the solar industry.
