Multi-year joint development program has yielded disruptive X-ray imaging technology
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Market driver for PCD technology
The global market for medical imaging based on CT is estimated to over
Collaborative innovation delivering breakthrough technology
Over the last several years, 5N Plus has been developing engineered substrates for high-performance detectors essential for applications in medical and security markets. These efforts have recently yielded a family of semiconductor substrates facilitating unrivalled performance in both PCD-based CT imaging and various applications within the security market. Through its close collaboration with Samsung and NeuroLogica, 5N Plus has developed an engineered substrate product optimized to uniquely fulfill requirements for PCD-based CT medical imaging devices. The success of this program has prompted both parties to engage in a long-term supply relationship.
"We are very pleased by the outcome of this project and believe 5N Plus is uniquely positioned to become the leading global supplier of engineered substrates for PCD-based medical imaging applications," said
Expansion of specialty semiconductor value-chain and product portfolio
5N Plus continues to expand its value-chain for specialty semiconductor materials. With over 20 years of experience in the development and manufacturing of ultra-high purity II-VI semiconductor compounds, the Company is the leading global supplier of these products. Over the past several years, 5N Plus has expanded its value-chain through its site in
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Strategic alignment with AZUR acquisition
While 5N Plus has organically expanded its II-VI semiconductor value-chain, its III-V semiconductor value-chain has required a combination of organic growth initiatives and strategic investments. The Company is in the last stage of the regulatory approval process to acquire AZUR SPACE Solar Power GmbH ("AZUR"). This acquisition is expected to be transformational for 5N Plus.
AZUR brings established businesses within III-V semiconductor materials which are complementary to 5N Plus's current activities. This, in combination with 5N Plus's expanding business in II-VI semiconductor materials, serve as a unique source of competitive distinction and a substantial catalyst for future growth. The synergies of AZUR and 5N Plus will result in a higher total addressable market beyond space and enable entry into larger markets such as high-power electronics, electrification, advanced communication and other areas within the security market.
About 5N Plus Inc.
5N Plus is a leading global producer of specialty semiconductors and performance materials. The Company's ultra-pure materials often form the core element of its customer products. These customers rely on 5N Plus's products to enable performance and sustainability in their own products. 5N Plus deploys a range of proprietary and proven technologies to develop and manufacture its products. The Company's products enable various applications in a number of key industries including renewable energy, security, space, pharmaceutical, medical imaging, and industrial and additive manufacturing. Headquartered in
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