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Hayward-based OptiSolar Inc., a producer of solar power panels and related components, has temporarily suspended construction of a manufacturing facility in McClellan Park.

However, company spokesman Alan Bernheimer said installation of equipment will continue, and construction – primarily retrofitting an existing 1 million-square-foot warehouse – is scheduled to resume Jan. 5.

"Some modifications of equipment are being done offshore, so we can continue with the installation (part) of the project, and we don't have to rush ahead with the construction while those modifications are being made."

Bernheimer said the temporary suspension would not hurt the construction budget.

When finished, the McClellan Park facility will produce solar panels. OptiSolar said the local plant will be the largest photovoltaic solar panel plant in North America.

OptiSolar also has a manufacturing facility at its Hayward headquarters.

– Mark Glover