BTU International, Inc., (NASDAQ: BTUI), a leading supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment for the electronics manufacturing and alternative energy generation markets, is featuring a number of new products at the 22nd European Photovoltaic Solar Energy Conference and Exhibition, September 3 - 7, Fiero Milano, Milan, Italy.
These products include:
- a new turnkey metallization line, developed as a result of the recently announced strategic alliance with DEK for printing and handling equipment;
- a new metallization furnace featuring 24 inch belt width; and
- a new in-line Phosphorous doping system which is a key part of BTU's new continuous diffusion process.
BTU's participation in this 22nd Solar Energy Exhibition coincides with the company's 22nd year as an equipment and process supplier to the PV industry. In recent years, BTU has increasingly focused on enhancing its advanced thermal processing solutions for photovoltaic manufacturing.
"Our recent acquisitions have included technologies and products that have strengthened our position as a key supplier of process solutions for photovoltaic manufacturing," said BTU Chairman and CEO Paul van der Wansem. "The diversity and strength of our product line has been further enhanced by a strategic alliance that was announced recently. This partnership allows us to bring a total metallization process to the industry."
BTU is featuring its high-reliability In-Line Diffusion System and metallization process equipment at the exhibition. The In-Line Diffusion System includes new phosphorous doping technology that produces up to 1,500 wafers per hour. The new In-Line Diffusion System and Metallization Furnaces are characterized by the accuracy and long-term reliability that are critical for cost-effective, high-volume PV manufacturing.
"Our launch of the PVD624 metallization furnace utilizing BTU's proven closed-loop convection control will set new industry standards for temperature control and will maximize thermal uniformity coupled with quartz tubes arranged in a herringbone pattern," explained Tom Nash, vice president of operations and marketing.
"Our commitment to customers is demonstrated by our industry-leading process guarantee for each process segment that ensures that all equipment meets or exceeds customer specifications," added Nash.
About BTU International
BTU International is a market-leading, global supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment to the electronics manufacturing and alternative energy generation markets. BTU equipment is used in the production of printed circuit board assemblies and semiconductor packaging as well as in solar cell, nuclear fuel and fuel cell manufacturing. BTU has operations in North Billerica, MA and Shanghai, China with direct sales and service in the USA, Asia and Europe. Information about BTU International is available at www.btu.com.
"Safe Harbor" Statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 This news release contains express or implied forward-looking statements regarding, among other things, (i) the company's expectation for a successful partnership with DEK International, and (ii) the company's expectation for business in the Electronics Manufacturing and Alternative Energy markets. Such statements are neither promises nor guarantees but rather are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements. Such statements are made pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions established by the federal securities laws, and are based on the assumptions and expectations of the company's management at the time such statements are made. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ include the timely availability and acceptance of new products, general market conditions governing supply and demand, the impact of competitive products and pricing and other risks detailed in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to the company's Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended July 1, 2007. Actual results may vary materially. Accordingly, you should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements. All information set forth in this press release is as of September 4, 2007, and, unless otherwise required by law, the company disclaims any obligation to revise or update this information in order to reflect future events or developments.
