CIQTEK has taken another important step forward in Europe with the installation of the SEM4000Pro Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscope (FE-SEM) at the SYNERGIE4 demonstration showroom in France.

The new setup allows researchers and industrial users in Europe to experience high-resolution imaging, analytical performance, and ease of operation offered by the CIQTEK SEM4000Pro. The system provides outstanding image quality for fine microstructural observation and supports a wide range of applications in materials science, microelectronics, and R&D.

 

 

SYNERGIE4 is CIQTEK's French distributor and service provider for advanced microscopy and microanalysis solutions. With extensive experience in electron microscopy and analytical instruments, SYNERGIE4 supports universities, research institutes, and industrial labs across France with tailored solutions, technical expertise, and training.

Now, SYNERGIE4’s demo center features a fully operational CIQTEK SEM4000Pro, offering hands-on demonstrations for visitors to explore its imaging capabilities, intuitive software interface, and versatility across various research fields.

 

“Having the CIQTEK SEM4000Pro available in our showroom allows us to showcase its imaging performance directly to our customers,” said a representative from SYNERGIE4. “It’s a great addition to our demonstration facilities and an important step in expanding our microscopy portfolio.”

 

With the SEM4000Pro now available in France, European users can directly evaluate its performance, supported by SYNERGIE4’s local expertise and technical demonstration services. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in CIQTEK’s ongoing effort to enhance accessibility to advanced electron microscopy technologies across Europe.

In the global digital signage and display industry, businesses face different challenges when sourcing equipment: logistics costs, tariff implications, local assembly capabilities, and customization needs. CNLC understands that one size does not fit all. That’s why we provide three flexible delivery models—CBU, SKD, and CKD—to meet diverse client requirements across international markets.

Whether you are a distributor, system integrator, or OEM partner, understanding these models will help you select the best solution for your business.

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What Are CBU, SKD, and CKD in the Display Industry?

• CBU (Completely Built-Up): Fully assembled, ready-to-use products shipped directly from the factory

• SKD (Semi Knocked Down): Semi-assembled kits requiring partial assembly at the destination

• CKD (Completely Knocked Down): Full component kits shipped unassembled, enabling complete local assembly

Each model offers different benefits in terms of cost, logistics, customization, and technical involvement. Let’s explore them in detail.

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1. CBU – Completely Built-Up: The Turnkey Solution

The CBU model is ideal for clients who need ready-to-install products with zero technical complexity. CNLC provides fully assembled LCD displays, LED screens, and light box solutions that meet global standards for durability, brightness, and outdoor performance.

 

Who Chooses CBU?

• Global distributors who prioritize speed and convenience

• Retail solution providers needing plug-and-play digital signage

• Projects requiring small-batch customization with short lead times

 

Key Benefits of CBU

✔ Complete product delivered, ready for immediate installation
✔ Superior quality control under factory conditions
✔ Optional custom designs for unique branding or project needs

Example Use Case: A retail chain launching 50 stores across Europe needs consistent, high-quality digital signage delivered within a tight timeline. The CBU model ensures uniform standards and rapid deployment.

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2. SKD – Semi Knocked Down: The Smart Balance

The SKD model is a popular choice for system integrators, engineering companies, and regional assembly partners. Under SKD, CNLC provides the structural framework, housing, and key mechanical parts, while the client sources specific components—such as LG LCD panels or specialized LED modules—locally.

 

Why SKD?

• Reduces shipping costs due to optimized packaging

• Helps minimize import duties in certain regions

• Offers flexibility in component selection

 

Best For:

✔ Businesses with basic assembly capabilities
✔ Companies seeking cost-efficiency without compromising quality
✔ Markets where local labor and parts are affordable and accessible

Example Scenario: A digital signage integrator in the Middle East sources LG LCD panels locally while importing SKD kits from CNLC. This approach saves on logistics and complies with local regulations.

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3. CKD – Completely Knocked Down: Maximum Control for OEMs

The CKD model is designed for OEM partners and local manufacturers who aim to establish full-scale assembly operations in their home country. CNLC supplies all components, along with technical documentation, assembly training, and production support.

 

CKD Package Includes:

✔ Complete component sets
✔ Assembly guides and engineering support
✔ Optional on-site training for local teams
✔ Assistance with machinery setup and quality assurance

 

Advantages:

• Enables full local manufacturing

• Reduces overall logistics and tariff costs

• Ideal for large-scale or long-term projects requiring local compliance

Example: A partner in South America sets up a factory to assemble 1,000 units annually using CKD kits from CNLC. This model maximizes cost efficiency and strengthens their local supply chain.

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How to Choose the Right Model for Your Business?

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Why CNLC?

With over 18 years of experience in the display industry, CNLC specializes in high-brightness LCD digital signage, LED billboards, and outdoor light box solutions. Our manufacturing facilities in Guangzhou use precision-molded aluminum structures and cutting-edge technology to deliver durable, customizable, and globally compliant products.

When you partner with CNLC, you gain:

• Flexible delivery models tailored to your business

• Expert engineering support for seamless integration

• Proven global experience across Europe, the Middle East, and North America

 

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Conclusion

Choosing between CBU, SKD, and CKD depends on your business size, market strategy, and operational capabilities. CNLC is here to help you select the most efficient solution, whether you need a turnkey system, semi-assembled kit, or a full OEM component package.

📩 Contact us today to explore which model works best for your next project:
🌐 www.cnlcdisplay.com| ✉ info@cnlcdisplay.com

Project Background

 

In 2023, CNLC successfully launched a large-scale outdoor LED billboard project across several cities in Central Asia, collaborating with leading DOOH media companies. This strategic partnership allowed CNLC to deploy 50+ high-performance LED displays, including multiple models and sizes, to meet diverse advertising needs for urban branding, commercial campaigns, and public messaging.

Over the past two years, CNLC’s outdoor digital signage solutions have proven highly reliable, demonstrating outstanding performance under the region’s challenging climate conditions.

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Project Details

 

For this project, CNLC deployed three core products:

• 4×3m P4 High-Resolution LED Billboard

• 7.5×1.92m Outdoor LED Billboard

• Fixed Large LED Screen

 

All displays feature aluminum structure designs, offering lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and durable performance ideal for outdoor environments. The high-brightness LED displays (up to 5500 nits) ensure excellent visibility even in direct sunlight, while intelligent cooling and temperature control systems maintain stable operation and prolong lifespan.

The screens also support remote management and smart control, allowing media operators to update content, monitor performance, and perform maintenance efficiently, reducing operational costs while improving advertising impact.

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Performance After Two Years

 

After two years of continuous operation, these outdoor LED billboards have maintained high reliability and consistent performance:

• ✅ All-weather operation: Reliable under extreme heat, freezing temperatures, heavy rain, and dust storms.

• ✅ Effective advertising: Used by media companies for brand promotion, commercial campaigns, and city information, maximizing audience engagement.

• ✅ Positive feedback: Easy maintenance, stable content display, and high ROI for advertising partners.

These results highlight CNLC’s commitment to delivering durable and high-quality outdoor digital signage solutions.

 

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Key Advantages of CNLC Outdoor LED Billboards

 

• Durable Aluminum Structure
  The aluminum body provides strength, corrosion resistance, and lightweight durability — a key factor for long-term outdoor use.

• Multiple Models for Diverse Applications
  From 4×3m high-resolution LED billboards to 7.5×1.92m outdoor LED billboards and large fixed screens, CNLC covers a wide range of DOOH applications.

• High-Brightness, Energy-Efficient Displays
  5500 nits high-brightness LED displays ensure clear visibility day and night, while intelligent cooling optimizes energy efficiency.

• Smart Remote Control and Easy Maintenance
  Centralized remote management enables media operators to efficiently control content, monitor performance, and maintain screens with minimal effort.

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Project Significance

 

This project demonstrates CNLC’s expertise in delivering outdoor digital signage solutions in Central Asia:

• For media companies: Efficient, reliable LED billboard systems that enhance advertising reach and ROI.

• For cities: Modern, high-visibility digital signage that enhances urban branding and public messaging.

• For CNLC: Proof of long-term reliability across multiple cities and challenging climates, creating a reference for future international projects.

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Conclusion

 

The CNLC 2023 outdoor LED billboard project in Central Asia has successfully operated for two years, showcasing high performance, durability, and reliability. With aluminum-structured LED billboards, multiple models, and smart management systems, CNLC continues to provide trustworthy and efficient DOOH solutions for media partners and cities worldwide.

👉 Learn more about CNLC outdoor LED billboard and digital signage solutions: www.cnlcdisplay.com

The screen is the “face” of any outdoor advertising display, yet operators often face common issues: harsh sunlight causes strong glare, rain blurs the content, and accidental impacts risk glass breakage.

CNLC offers Anti-Reflective (AR) Laminated Glass as an optional solution for its outdoor digital signage displays, designed to overcome these challenges and ensure clear, safe, and reliable performance in all conditions.

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Clear Visibility Under Sunlight: Anti-Glare Design

 

Standard glass reflects up to 8% of sunlight, turning the screen into a mirror. CNLC’s anti-reflective laminated glass uses multi-layer AR optical coating and AG etched surface to:

• Reduce reflectivity to below 3% while maintaining >85% light transmittance.

• Deliver sharp and vibrant content even under direct midday sunlight.

• Minimize glare spots at side angles, enhancing viewer comfort and advertising impact

 

 

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Crystal Clear in Rain: Hydrophobic & Anti-Fog Protection

 

Rainwater often creates a blurry film on regular glass, making outdoor advertising screens unreadable. CNLC’s AR laminated anti-glare glass solves this with:

• Hydrophobic coating: raindrops roll off like on lotus leaves, preventing water films.

• Laminated structure: dual glass layers with resin interlayer block moisture and condensation, ensuring the display stays clear even in heavy rain.

 

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Durable & Safe: Impact-Resistant and Scratch-Proof

 

Outdoor conditions expose displays to accidental impacts and scratches. CNLC’s laminated anti-reflective glass ensures safety and durability:

• Impact resistance: the resin interlayer holds shattered pieces together, preventing hazards while keeping the display functional.

• Scratch resistance: with a 7H surface hardness, the glass withstands daily cleaning and dust abrasion without visible marks.

 

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Conclusion

Choosing the right protective glass is essential for effective outdoor digital signage. CNLC offers anti-reflective laminated glass as an optional upgrade, giving operators the flexibility to enhance clarity, durability, and safety based on project needs. Whether under bright sunlight, rainy weather, or unexpected impacts, your outdoor advertising display will remain clear, stable, and reliable.

From September 23 to 25, 2025, CIQTEK made a strong impression at ARABLAB 2025, held at the Dubai World Trade Center. At Booth H1-C24 in Sheikh Saeed Hall 1, we demonstrated our latest scientific instruments and oilfield technologies to a diverse international audience.

 

Highlights & Achievements

• Comprehensive Portfolio Displayed
  We presented flagship systems in electron microscopy (FIB/SEM, TEM), nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrometers, and BET surface area & porosimetry analyzers—underscoring our commitment to advancing analytical science.

• Integration of Oilfield Solutions under the QOILTECH Brand
  Under our specialized QOILTECH line, we introduced tools for petroleum exploration, including RSS, MWD/LWD systems, and near-bit gamma tools. These offerings were well received by participants seeking robust instrumentation for extreme environments.

• Strong Engagement & Feedback
  At the booth, we addressed technical queries and shared success stories from across the research and industry sectors. Many attendees expressed interest in follow-up collaborations, demos, and trial opportunities.

• Global Networking & Partnerships
  ARABLAB 2025 brought together distributors, end-users, and scientific institutions from across the world. CIQTEK strengthened relationships and opened dialogues for future regional projects and partnerships in the Middle East and beyond

 

 

CIQTEK thanks all visitors, partners, and colleagues who joined us in Dubai!

We look forward to continued collaboration and impactful research ahead!

Four-dimensional scanning transmission electron microscopy (4D-STEM) is one of the most cutting-edge directions in electron microscopy. By performing a two-dimensional scan across the sample surface while recording a full diffraction pattern at each scan point with a pixelated detector, 4D-STEM generates a four-dimensional dataset containing both real-space and reciprocal-space information.

This technique breaks through the limitations of conventional electron microscopy that typically collects only a single scattering signal. Instead, it captures and analyzes the entire spectrum of electron–sample interactions. With 4D-STEM, researchers can achieve multiple advanced functionalities within a single experiment, including virtual imaging, crystal orientation and strain mapping, electric and magnetic field distribution analysis (differential phase contrast), and even atomic-resolution reconstruction through diffraction stacking. It greatly expands the dimensionality and depth of materials characterization, offering an unprecedented tool for nanoscience and materials research.

 

At the Chinese National Conference on Electron Microscopy 2025 (Sept 26–30, Wuhan), CIQTEK releases its 4D-STEM solution, designed to break through the boundaries of traditional imaging and deliver data with unmatched dimensionality and analytical power.

 

System Workflow

 

The CIQTEK 4D-STEM solution features high spatial resolution, multi-dimensional analysis, low-dose operation to minimize beam damage, and flexible data processing, providing researchers with reliable and outstanding methods for advanced materials analysis.

Research on the microscopic behavior of materials is entering a new era of multi-scenario coupling and in-situ dynamic characterization. CIQTEK has launched an innovative In-situ Mechanical Testing Solution, designed with outstanding openness and compatibility. It enables seamless integration of CIQTEK’s full range of electron microscopes with mainstream in-situ testing devices, providing a flexible and efficient platform for coupled analysis in diverse research scenarios.

 

Breaking the limitations of closed systems, the solution integrates all critical elements required for in-situ EM adaptability, featuring:

• High beam current: >100 nA, ideal for fast EDS/EBSD analysis

• Large space: 360 × 310 × 288 mm (L × W × H)

• High load capacity: 5 kg (up to 10 kg with custom fixtures)

• Multi-view CCDs: ensuring system safety during in-situ operation

• Multiple interfaces: supporting customized flange accessories

• Pre-acceptance: full accessory debugging before delivery, ensuring complete functionality without on-site installation issues

The solution can be configured across CIQTEK’s full range of electron microscopy products, including CIQTEK SEM3200, SEM5000X, DB550 dual-beam systems, and more. It also offers seamless compatibility with tensile stages, heating stages, nanoindenters, and electrochemical workstations from world-leading suppliers. This open architecture enables researchers to flexibly combine the most suitable equipment, maximizing experimental performance.

 

CIQTEK’s in-situ stage solution supported customers in publishing a high-impact paper (DOI: 10.1126/science.adq6807).

 

CIQTEK’s In-situ Mechanical Solution also supports multi-field coupling (mechanical, thermal, electrochemical), enabling nanoscale real-time observation of materials under complex environments. By synchronizing high-resolution imaging with in-situ signals, researchers can capture critical phenomena such as crack propagation, phase transitions, and interfacial reactions with precision.

With a temperature range of -170 to 1200 °C, advanced load control, and rapid response systems, it accurately simulates service conditions of materials across various industries. Combined with EBSD and EDS, it provides comprehensive datasets for understanding material behavior under coupled stimuli.

 

Successfully applied in aerospace materials, new energy devices, and biomedical materials, this solution demonstrates CIQTEK’s exceptional compatibility and scalability in advanced electron microscopy platforms.

In life sciences, achieving high-precision and large-scale 3D structural and dynamic analysis of biological samples such as cells and tissues has become key to breaking through research bottlenecks. CIQTEK has introduced a multi-technology-route Volumetric Electron Microscopy (VEM) solution, integrating SS-SEM, SBF-SEM, and FIB-SEM. This provides an all-around, high-performance, and intelligent platform for biological 3D reconstruction, helping researchers uncover the micro-level mysteries of life.

 

Three Advanced Technical Routes

01. SS-SEM High-Speed Imaging
By combining external serial sectioning with the CIQTEK high-speed HEM6000-Bio SEM, this solution enables rapid imaging and automated acquisition of large-volume samples. Data acquisition efficiency is more than 5× higher than conventional SEM, supporting 24/7 unattended high-throughput operation.

 

02. SBF-SEM In-Situ Sectioning
Based on the CIQTEK ultra-high-resolution SEM5000X with an integrated microtome, this approach achieves in-situ sectioning and imaging cycles. It offers simple operation, high automation, and effectively avoids surface contamination.

 

03. FIB-SEM High-Precision Analysis
Leveraging focused ion beam–electron beam dual-beam systems, this route delivers nanoscale Z-axis resolution to analyze fine structures such as organelles and membranes. It enables in-situ 3D reconstruction without physical slicing.

 

Intelligent Integration & Broad Applications

The CIQTEK VEM solution deeply integrates AI algorithms and a multilingual software platform, supporting a full workflow from data acquisition, image alignment, and segmentation to 3D visualization. Compatible with mainstream reconstruction software, it significantly lowers the learning curve.

 

Application cases span neuroscience, cell biology, and pathogenic microbiology, offering a powerful tool for advancing life science research.

As semiconductor manufacturing advances to finer process nodes, wafer-level defect analysis, failure location, and micro-nano fabrication have become key to improving yield. CIQTEK introduces the 8-inch Wafer Dual-Beam Full-Size Processing Solution, combining high-resolution imaging and precise ion beam processing to achieve "observation-analysis-cutting" across the entire wafer, providing strong technical support for advanced semiconductor processes.

 

This solution features a 150mm long-stroke high-precision sample stage, enabling full-wafer, non-destructive observation and processing of 8-inch wafers. With an external optical navigation system and intelligent anti-collision algorithms, it ensures rapid and precise wafer positioning and safe operation. The system is equipped with a Schottky field emission electron gun, offering a resolution of 0.9 nm @ 15kV, and an ion beam resolution of 3 nm @ 30kV, capable of defect detection, cross-section slicing, and micro-structure fabrication at the nanoscale.

 

Core Advantages:

• 150mm Travel Stage:

• • Combines long travel with high precision for an extensive observation range.

  • Excellent compatibility with different-sized fixtures.

  • Robust structure ensures wafer stability and quick, reliable loading.

• 8-inch Quick Exchange:

  • Intelligent weight-bearing design with a sliding base for stability and durability.

  • Full-size compatibility: Supports 2/4/6/8-inch wafers.

  • Fast sample exchange: Vacuum pumping and sample loading within one minute.

• Software and Anti-Collision:

• • Fully automatic intelligent navigation with accurate movement and positioning.

  • Multi-axis coordinated motion for full-wafer observation.

  • Smart anti-collision: Trajectory simulation and algorithmic spatial calculations to avoid risks.

  • Multiple real-time monitoring: Real-time multi-angle monitoring of wafer position.

• External Optical Navigation:

  • Ultra-stable structure design suppresses image shake.

  • High-definition imaging with a precise field of view for full-wafer display.

  • Professional anti-glare lighting reduces wafer surface reflection.

 

Wafer observation range

 

CIQTEK Dual-Beam Electron Microscope Solution combines outstanding hardware with intelligent software systems, enabling efficient defect detection and process optimization through one-click brightness and contrast adjustment, auto-focus, and multi-format image output, empowering users to complete the full chain of tasks from defect discovery to process optimization.

Palm Vein Scanner swiping technology, a cutting-edge biometric technology, provides comprehensive support for identity verification. Based on a proprietary multimodal palm swiping camera and paired with SFT biometric algorithms, palm swiping technology significantly improves the security and efficiency of identity verification, enabling rapid authentication and permission management in all scenarios. Furthermore, the contactless service provided by this technology effectively reduces the risk of contact transmission, improves public health and safety, and provides a superior user experience.

 

Palm Prints scanner in Transportation:

 Airport Line

China's first subway line to feature palm-swipe payment ushers in a new era of "contactless travel."

The implementation of the palm-swipe system on the Daxing Airport Line marks the official entry of rail transit into the biometric 3.0 era. Palm-swipe biometric technology redefines subway travel and ushers in a new era of "contactless travel" in smart transportation. This not only significantly improves passenger travel efficiency but also promotes the deep integration of artificial intelligence technology in public services.

 

 

Wireless Palm vein swiping module used  in Stadium:

 

Swimming Pool

"One-Palm Access": China's first large-scale sports venue full-scene palm scanning application demonstration project

The  Swimming Pool of the National Olympic Center has officially launched its "Palm Scan Access" system. Leveraging innovative multimodal biometric technology, this system redefines the sports and fitness experience, offering contactless access throughout the entire experience with just one palm, creating a new model for smart sports venue services.

 

Gym

Palm Check-in: A New Smart Fitness Experience

Gym's palm check-in marks the first application of palm-scanning biometrics in the fitness industry. Leveraging multimodal biometric technology, it enables contactless, ultra-fast identity verification, effectively addressing issues such as card fraud, long queues, and unsanitary conditions associated with traditional QR code check-in.

 

Palm vein Payment Reader in Retailing:

 

 

 7-Eleven Convenience Stores

Over 1,500 stores now support palm payment, offering a new "swipe and pay" experience.

As one of the first convenience store brands nationwide to support WeChat palm payment, over 1,500 7-Eleven stores now support palm payment. This feature uses palm biometric recognition technology for contactless checkout, improving overall efficiency, further reducing queues, and accelerating the intelligent upgrade of retail services.

 

 

Contactless Palm vein scanner in Schools:

University

China's first university "Campus One-Person Pass" system

Shenzhen University's "Campus One-Person Pass" system uses palm-swipe biometric technology to provide a secure, contactless authentication experience. After users first enter their palm print on a palm-swipe device and link it to their WeChat campus code, they can pay instantly in cafeterias, convenience stores, and other locations, without the need for a phone or physical card.

 

Biometric Palm Vein scanner in Shared charging

Jiedian

1-second identification, 2-step operation, 5-second delivery

 

Jiedian's palm-swipe charging service revolutionizes shared charging services with biometric recognition technology. Leveraging cutting-edge multimodal biometrics, it quickly and accurately completes the identification process, further addressing traditional shared charging pain points such as dead phones or poor signal quality, delivering a superior shared charging experience.