M. Setek to resume operation this June

M. Setek is looking to bring its 7,000 tonne polysilicon per year production facility back online in June. Located in Soma Fukushima, the solar silicon wafer plant was shut down after the March 11 earthquake. Company sources confirmed that the plant did sustain some damage and will be undergoing repairs, according to ICIS.com..

“It may be possible to resume production in June,” said one source. “The damage is minimal and some light repair works will be carried out,” he added.