Ben Franklin (BFTP) is a continued supporter of research and development of new skylight technology and business growth. Starting in 2004, funding from BFTP assisted Acurlite in developing a new system meeting standards for blast- and hurricane-resistant skylights.

In 2007, Acurlite was honored to receive the award for product innovation from BFTP for the implementation of new systems for new markets. Together, Acurlite and BFTP will continue
to develop innovative technologies and improve business performance.

About the Ben Franklin Technology Partners

The Ben Franklin Technology Partners of Northeastern Pennsylvania is part of a four-center, state-funded economic development initiative that links companies with experts, universities, funding, and other resources to help them prosper through innovation. The Center strategy encompasses three key areas: developing early-stage, technology-oriented companies; helping established manufacturers creatively apply new technologies and business practices; and promoting an innovative community-wide infrastructure that fosters a favorable business environment for high-growth companies. The northeastern center is headquartered and has a business incubator on the campus of Lehigh University in Bethlehem, and regional offices in Lewisburg, Reading, and Wilkes-Barre.

For more information, please visit their website at: www.nep.benfranklin.org