IEL Science "Surging Demand for In-House Developed Silicon Lenses... Expansion of Smart Factory"

[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Bo-kyung] Smart optical solutions company IL Science announced on the 4th that it will expand the scale of its smart factory located in Cheonan to increase the production line for silicon lenses.

The current smart factory, covering an area of 5,300 pyeong, is equipped with silicon lens production facilities. It features dispensing and molding equipment for low-viscosity liquid materials, automating the entire process including dispensing of liquid materials without separate molds, thereby enhancing productivity.

IL Science recently decided to expand the factory scale to increase production capacity due to the rapid expansion of silicon lens applications in automotive electronics and other sectors. The purchased land is adjacent to the existing factory and covers 1,800 pyeong. With the application of a patented ultraviolet (UV) curing new manufacturing method to the expanded line, production volume is expected to increase up to twice the current level.

An IL Science official stated, "The business potential of silicon lens products, which incorporate our patented technology, has been recognized, leading to a recent surge in demand from large corporate clients. We have decided to expand investment in manufacturing facilities to establish a stable supply base for this."

The silicon lenses developed by IL Science in 2015 have higher optical efficiency compared to plastic, acrylic, and glass lenses, and are lightweight, heat-resistant, and free from yellowing. Due to their excellent overall physical properties, they are applied in various fields including LED lighting, automotive, medical devices, IT, displays, and smart farms.

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