LCD panels have various desirable characteristics such as a slim construction, light weight and high resolution, and are making rapid inroads into the PC display market. In the future, it is predicted that growth in the liquid crystal market will be driven by the TV market where increasing use is being made of flat panel displays. As the primary application of LCDs switches from PCs to TVs and displays become larger and less expensive, these displays are being made from mother glass with larger dimensions so that they can be produced more efficiently. At Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation, we offer a comprehensive line-up of system solutions incorporating the latest fabrication and test equipment for larger LCD panels.