This is another big step towards making low cost solar power possible, as the TCS process is expected to be one of the best means to produce low cost solar grade silicon, especially in cheap labor countries such as China. The company expects to kickstart production by the end of 2008.
"We now have all the major components and have engaged all the major technology and engineering services providers to design, build and construct our poly plant, it is a notable milestone for LDK as we move forward with our plans to establish in-house polysilicon production and build upon our technical and operational expertise," said Mr. Nick Sarno, Senior Vice President of manufacturing of LDK.
"We are very proud to have engaged some of the most experienced companies in the industry with a proven track record in building polysilicon manufacturing plants. This latest agreement is once again a demonstration of our speed of execution and commitment to becoming the largest and lowest cost wafer producer in the solar industry." "We are honored with the confidence that LDK Solar Co. has shown in CDI Engineering Solutions," said Mr. Roger H. Ballou, President&CEO of CDI. "Our entire team, led by Mr. Richard Giannone, EVP of CDI's Process&Industrial group, is committed to the success of this milestone project.", he added.
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