Bay Area semiconductor testing company to lay off more than 200 workers

FormFactor, which offers equipment to test semiconductors, also told the state it plans to close down manufacturing ...
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Shaw Develops New Testing Method to Detect PFAS in Manufacturing Materials

Dalton, Georgia, December 20, 2025-Shaw Industries has developed a new testing methodology designed to detect perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in manufacturing materials, after ...
PV Tech

Why quality assurance in PV cell procurement matters more than ever

Don Cowan and Mahyar Mohammadnezhad of Kiwa PI Berlin explain the importance of upstream diligence in ensuring long-term PV ...
IEEE

Next-Generation PV Power Forecasting: Advances in AI Model Architectures, Sky Imaging, Weather Classification, and Data Validation Strategies

Abstract: Accurate photovoltaic (PV) power forecasting plays a crucial role in enhancing grid stability and optimizing energy management in renewable power systems. Recent advancements in artificial ...
IEEE

Photovoltaic Module Defect Detection Based on Convolutional Neural Networks and Residual White Noise Testing

Abstract: During the manufacturing and long-term operation of photovoltaic (PV) modules, defects such as micro-cracks, dark spots, and hot spots frequently occur, significantly affecting their ...
PV Tech

SEG Solar breaks ground on 3GW ingot/wafer PV manufacturing plant in Indonesia

SEG Solar aims to build a vertically integrated manufacturing plant in Indonesia with a 5GW annual nameplate capacity. Image: SEG Solar. Solar manufacturer SEG Solar has started construction on a 3GW ...
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Machine Specialty & Manufacturing Announces Available Capacity For Nondestructive Testing Services

Machine Specialty & Manufacturing today announced a series of advancements to its nondestructive testing services, reflecting ongoing investment in accuracy, reliability, and industrial asset ...