Topscomm Selects Accent for China Smart Grid Powerline Communication Applications

Milan, Italy and Qingdao, P.R.C., March 16, 2010 ― Accent S.p.A., a leading fabless SoC provider offering highly differentiated platform-based System-on-Chip (SoC) solutions, and Topscomm, an leading Powerline Communication (PLC) solution supplier, today announced that Accent will provide a highly-integrated SoC device featuring a complete solution for China Smart Grid. The mixed-signal design will integrate a number of key functions, such as a powerful PLC engine, providing Topscomm a cost-effective solution for their Single,Three Phase Power Module products.  
"We selected Accent over a number of companies," said Mr. Jianhua Wang, the CTO of Topscomm.  "Accent's ability to provide a solution that would meet our product needs as well as their impressive track record was the right fit for our program."
"Our collaboration with Topscomm illustrates Accent's ability to deliver tremendous value in high-volume, cost-sensitive markets," said Federico Arcelli, CEO of Accent. "We look forward to working with a market leader such as Topscomm and insuring their continued success."