New TaiyangNews Report shows how to power the next wave of high-efficiency solar cell manufacturing with smarter, faster, and more sustainable production tools
The solar cell manufacturing landscape is rapidly transforming – not only with new technologies like TOPCon, HJT, and back-contact (BC), but also thanks to the advanced equipment that makes them possible. In our latest Solar Cell Production Equipment 2025 Market Survey, TaiyangNews presents a deep dive into the production tools that are enabling today’s solar innovation and scaling tomorrow’s manufacturing capacities.
This comprehensive report explores the five critical steps of solar cell production – surface preparation, emitter formation, passivation, metallization, and IV testing – and showcases how modern tools are being optimized for higher throughput, improved yield, and reduced material consumption. While TOPCon is now the mainstream technology supported at terawatt scale, the report also covers developments in HJT and BC cell processing, reflecting the industry's shift toward even more efficient architectures.
The survey includes insights from 14 leading equipment suppliers, who shared technical details for a total of 81 products. From batch and inline wet benches for advanced texturing and cleaning, to laser-assisted metallization systems and high-speed IV testers optimized for bifacial and half-cut cells – this edition highlights how toolmakers are pushing the limits of performance, efficiency, and sustainability.
Special focus is placed on innovations that support cost-effective high-volume production, including dry etching technologies for polysilicon wraparound removal, and wet-chemical tools designed to reduce water and chemical use – crucial for environmentally conscious manufacturers and emerging PV markets like India.
Target group: Whether you’re a cell producer, investor, researcher, or equipment supplier, this report provides valuable insights into the current state and future direction of solar cell production technology.
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