Polished Wafer:
Polished wafer is the sub-segment of the monocrystalline silicon wafer market that is experiencing significant growth. Polished wafers are widely used in solar cell manufacturing due to their superior light absorption properties. These wafers undergo a polishing process to enhance their surface smoothness, resulting in better photoelectric conversion efficiency. The increasing adoption of solar PV systems across various industries and residential sectors is driving the demand for polished wafers.
Some of the key players in the monocrystalline silicon wafer market include:
1. Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.
2. SUMCO Corporation
3. Wacker Chemie AG
4. LG Siltron Inc.
5. JA Solar Holdings Co., Ltd.
6. Longi Green Energy Technology Co., Ltd.
7. JinkoSolar Holding Co., Ltd.
8. GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Limited
9. Yingli Green Energy Holding Company Limited
10. SAS Institute Inc.
These companies are focusing on strategic collaborations, acquisitions, and product innovations to strengthen their market position and expand their customer base.