Fused Silica, reducing the cost of solar energy

Solar energy, in the future, will be one of the main sources of electricity.

There is no doubt that, to make it viable, all those in the supply chain must find a way to enhance the efficiency and competitiveness of this energy source.

Vesuvius Fused Silica contributes to this industry challenge with larger crucible sizes, greater integration in the overall manufacturing process, purer quality materials and a wide variety of products.

Vesuvius Fused Silica designs and manufactures products made for all applications where the low thermal conductivity and high mechanical and chemical properties of the fused silica can provide added value solutions to our customers.

SOLAR^® Crucibles play a significant part in the very dynamic market of photovoltaic energy. They are used to manufacture silicon ingots which in turn become wafers, then cells to end in photovoltaic panels.

In the glass tempering industry our division recently illustrated its position as an innovative supplier of rollers with the patented SMARTLY DRIVEN^® attachment system which provides customers with one of the most reliable products in the market.
Main end markets: solar panels (multicrystalline and thin film), tempered glass for automotive and flat glass for LCD and plasma screens as well as building industry.
Customers: polycrystalline ingots, thin film, diffusion furnaces, flat glass, tempered glass, stainless steel and special niche markets in foundry, optical, artistic and electronics.