Ad-hoc | 6 June 2011 07:30
Leclanché SA / Key word(s): Alliance
06.06.2011 07:30
Release of an ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 72 KR
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Press release
Leclanché and Schüco cooperate for Lithium-Ion energy storage solutions
Yverdon-les-Bains, Switzerland / Bielefeld, Germany, June 6, 2011 -
Leclanché S.A. (SIX Swiss Exchange : LECN), a specialist in the production
of high capacityLithium-Ion cells with headquarters in Yverdon-les
Bains/Switzerland and production in Willstätt/Germany, and Schüco
International KG (Bielefeld), a world leader in aluminum, solar, steel and
plastic systems for innovative building envelopes, announced today the
conclusion of a cooperation agreement to provide energy storage systems for
solar generated electricity.
The energy storage system can be directly connected to solar panels in
order to save the generated energy in Leclanché's high capacity Lithium-Ion
batteries. This new system which will be on show on the Schüco exhibition
stand at Intersolar in Munich from June 8 - 10, 2011, will significantly
increase the proportion of own consumption of onsite-generated photovoltaic
electricity.
'The market for renewable energy storage systems is developing and growing
very fast. And Schüco, a world leader in the solar market, has decided to
choose our stationary storage solutions. Leclanché commands technological
know-how and leadership in state-of-the art Lithium Ion cells, as well as
entire energy storage systems, including the necessary electronics,' said
Ulrich Ehmes, Chief Executive Officer of Leclanché. 'This contract, which
will use about a quarter of our new production line capacity in 2012,
represents a milestone in the continuing development of Leclanché's
business.'
Dirk U. Hindrichs, President and CEO of Schüco International KG added:
'This collaboration with Leclanché is a first important step in using
energy saving technologies to utilize electricity generated by the sun even
at night or during the day when levels of sunlight are low. This enforced
decentralized use of electricity will also conserve the electricity in the
public grid.'
The modular design of the system comprises a control and a power unit
specifically developed for Schüco and universal Lithium-ion energy storage
modules. The heart of the system is the long-lasting high capacity
Lithium-Ion batteries, produced in the Leclanché plant in
Willstätt/Germany. Single energy storage modules can be stacked as needed
according to the required capacity. The battery unit and its performance
can be controlled using a Controller or can be connected to other energy
saving systems via an optional Internet access.
Both companies envisage this agreement forming the basis for long-term
partnership. They have also agreed not to disclose further contractual
details.
About Leclanché
Leclanché specializes in the production of tailor-made energy storage
solutions and is a leading manufacturer of large-format lithium ion cells
in Europe. Through a unique, licensed separator technology, the core
element of lithium ion cells, Leclanché is capable of manufacturing cells
with above-average safety features and a significantly increased life in an
automated production process. The company's core markets are industries
which have highest demands on energy storage systems. They include energy
storage solutions, which allow better utilization of the power supply
system, large hybrid diesel engines and electric vehicles.
Leclanché has an installed annual production capacity of 100,000 large
format lithium-ion cells. To prepare for the increasing demand for this
technology, the company has decided to install an additional production
unit with a capacity of 1 million cells per year as of 2012.
Leclanché was founded in 1909 in Yverdon-les-Bains. Through the integration
of a spin-off from the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft in 2006, the company
developed from being a traditional battery manufacturer to becoming a
leading developer and manufacturer of lithium ion cells in Europe.
Leclanché currently employs 94 staff and recorded revenues of CHF 15.05
million in 2010. The company has its headquarters in Yverdon-les-Bains
(Switzerland) and has production and development facilities in Willstätt
(Germany). Leclanché is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (LECN).
Contact for International and Swiss media:
Christophe Lamps, Dynamics Group S.A.: Tel. +41 79 476 26 87, M:
cla@dynamicsgroup.ch
About Schüco
Schüco - Green Technology for the Blue Planet
That means clean energy from solar products and windows. And the
contribution that Schüco makes to the environment with pioneering building
envelopes. To be more precise, with Energy3: saving energy - generating
energy - networking energy. Window and façade systems not only save energy
due to optimum thermal insulation, they also generate energy thanks to
efficient solar solutions. This creates an excess of energy which can be
used by means of intelligent networking. For building functions, as well as
for everyday life. The result is a significant step towards energy
self-sufficiency - towards the sustainable conservation of natural
resources. And for a secure future. With 5,250 employees and 12,000 partner
companies, Schüco is active in 78 countries and achieved turnover of 2.38
billion euros in 2010.
Media contact:
Schüco International KG
Thomas Lauritzen
Karolinenstr. 1 - 15
33609 Bielefeld
Tel.: +49 (0)521 783-233
Fax: +49 (0)521 783-9208
Mail: tlauritzen@schueco.com
Disclaimer
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements relating to
Leclanché's business, which can be identified by terminology such as
'strategic', 'proposes', 'to introduce', 'will', 'planned', 'expected',
'commitment', 'expects', 'set', 'preparing', 'plans', 'estimates', 'aims',
'would', 'potential', 'awaiting', 'estimated', 'proposal', or similar
expressions, or by expressed or implied discussions regarding the ramp up
of Leclanché's production capacity, potential applications for existing
products, or regarding potential future revenues from any such products, or
potential future sales or earnings of Leclanché or any of its business
units. You should not place undue reliance on these statements. Such
forward-looking statements reflect the current views of Leclanché regarding
future events, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other
factors that may cause actual results to be materially different from any
future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such
statements. There can be no guarantee that Leclanché's products will
achieve any particular revenue levels. Nor can there be any guarantee that
Leclanché, or any of the business units, will achieve any particular
financial results.
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Language: English
Company: Leclanché SA
Av. des Sports 42
1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
Schweiz
Phone: +41 (24) 424 65-00
Fax: +41 (24) 424 65-20
E-mail: investors@leclanche.com
Internet: www.leclanche.com
ISIN: CH0016271550, CH0110303119
Swiss Security Number: 812950 , A1CUUB
Listed: SIX
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