The plastic light guide panels used for LC parts in PCs, etc., and the thin, energy-saving, multi-purpose panels that are gathering widespread attention as new type storefront POP (Point Of Purchase) displays are two examples of the latest surface light source products.

By making use of the surface light source concept, it is possible to create products that satisfy a host of applications requiring light.

Clear message panels (see photo at right) make it possible to display two-pattern light messages in any desired freely selectable characters to customers in a combination of six colors-red, blue, yellow, green, purple and white-using a single panel.

Such products have a wide range of applications. As POP displays in hotel reception areas and stores as well as at events, etc., they generate attractive lighting displays that have a strong impact and a noticeable PR effect not only in the evening but also in full daylight.

Plastic nameplates are widely used for the LC display windows built-into mobile phones and digital cameras, etc.

Matsushita Shokai makes products that answer the versatile demands of the IT era by securing high levels of quality by conducting integrated production under clean room conditions ranging from micron-unit cutting through printing, adhesive processing and inspection.