Core Viewpoint - The enforcement of intellectual property rights is crucial for the advancement of the US solar industry, as demonstrated by Shoals Technologies Group's legal actions against Voltage for patent infringement [1][2][3]. Group 1: Legal Actions and Patent Infringement - Shoals Technologies Group has filed a Petition for Review and Notice of Appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, seeking to overturn the ITC's decision regarding Voltage's infringement of Shoals' '153 Patent [1][2]. - The appeal will be reviewed on a "de novo" basis, allowing the court to interpret the patent without deferring to the ITC's latest determination [2]. - The ITC has initiated a new investigation into Voltage's infringement of Shoals' newly issued '375 and '376 patents, which relate to trunk bus lead assemblies for solar energy projects [3]. Group 2: Company Commitment and Industry Position - The CEO of Shoals Technologies Group emphasized the company's commitment to enforcing intellectual property rights and preventing illegal imports that infringe on these rights [4]. - Shoals Technologies Group is recognized as a leader in the renewable energy industry, providing electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solutions that enhance installation efficiency and system performance [4].
Shoals Technologies Group Appeals ITC Reversal Decision to Federal Circuit and Receives Institution in New ITC Action Against Voltage