Luminus Devices partners with Jetronic to expand market share in China and Asia

BILLERICA, USA: Luminus Devices Inc., developer and manufacturer of high light output, ‘Big Chip’ PhlatLight LEDs, announced its expansion in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan through a commercial partnership with Jetronic Technology Limited.

Luminus also appointed Robin Hung regional sales manager in Asia. He will be based in Taiwan, and is responsible for the identification and development of strategic accounts in this region.

The Luminus/Jetronic agreement calls for Jetronic to distribute PhlatLight LEDs to electronic companies selling projection and display systems in the home and commercial market.

“Demand in Greater China has been steadily increasing and Jetronic will help Luminus expand our products in one of the fastest growing regions of the world,” said Keith T.S. Ward, president and CEO, Luminus Devices. “Asia’s rapid growth presents us with a great opportunity and Robin will give us a major presence in the region.”

PhlatLight LEDs are the solid-state light source in numerous HB projection systems from companies, including: Acer, BenQ, Chi Lin, Delta Electronics, LG, Samsung and Toshiba. PhlatLight LEDs are also used in a variety of lighting applications that require high brightness and efficiency, wide white color palette, high color rendering and very long life.

“Projection systems and the display industry in general are migrating at a very fast pace towards solid-state light sources, which will ultimately displace conventional light sources in mainstream products. We look forward to working with our distribution channel to expand the reach of PhlatLight LEDs in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan,” said Thomas Wong, president, Jetronic Technology Limited.

Prior to joining Luminus, Hung was sales director for LedEngin, and general manager for Telegent Technology. He also has experience with Conexant Systems, Future Electronics, Hewlett Packard and Siemens.