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June 06, 2014

Suntech's Modules Receives Top Quality Ranking by VDE Institute
Wuxi, China (SPX) Jun 03, 2014
Wuxi Suntech has announced its modules have received the VDE Quality-Tested certification, attesting that the quality of Suntech modules exceed existing industry standards. Suntech is only the third brand globally to receive this quality ranking. "We are honored to have our modules recognized by the VDE Institute, one of the world's leading testing and certification institutes," said Suntech CEO Eric Luo. "This recognition further validates our commitment to provide customers with solar panels of ... read more

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