Semiconductor device fabrication

MKS Instruments Announces Closing of Photon Control Acquisition

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
MKS Instruments, Software development, MKS, Product management, PTC Integrity, Wafer, Semiconductor device fabrication, Software engineering, MKS Inc.

ANDOVER, Mass., July 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) (MKS), a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, today announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Photon Control Inc. (TSX:PHO).

Key Points: 
  • ANDOVER, Mass., July 15, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MKS Instruments, Inc. (NASDAQ:MKSI) (MKS), a global provider of technologies that enable advanced processes and improve productivity, today announced the completion of its previously announced acquisition of Photon Control Inc. (TSX:PHO).
  • Weanticipate the acquisition will further advance the MKS strategy to enhance our Surround the Chamber offering by adding optical sensors for temperature control for critical etch and deposition applications in semiconductor wafer fabrication," said MKSPresident andCEOJohn T.C.
  • In addition, Photon Control is a strong strategic fit with similar culture and vision to MKS.
  • MKS Instruments, Inc. is a global provider of instruments, systems, subsystems and process control solutions that measure, monitor, deliver, analyze, power and control critical parameters of advanced manufacturing processes to improve process performance and productivity for our customers.

SkyWater Successfully Launches MPW Shuttle for 90 nm Strategic Rad-Hard by Process Platform  

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Technology, Other Defense, Contracts, Semiconductor, Automotive Manufacturing, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Software, Defense, Semiconductor devices, Electronics industry, Technology, Integrated circuits, Semiconductor device fabrication, MOSFETs, Silicon, Microtechnology, SkyWater Technology, Silicon on insulator, Radiation hardening, Draft:SkyWater Technology Foundry

SkyWater Technology (NASDAQ: SKYT), the trusted technology realization partner, today announced the launch of its first Early Access Program multi-project wafer shuttle for the companys 90 nm Strategic Rad-Hard by Process platform.

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  • SkyWater Technology (NASDAQ: SKYT), the trusted technology realization partner, today announced the launch of its first Early Access Program multi-project wafer shuttle for the companys 90 nm Strategic Rad-Hard by Process platform.
  • The first MPW shuttle leverages SkyWaters existing aluminum interconnect technology.
  • RH90 is a fully depleted silicon-on-insulator complementary metal-oxide-semiconductor process specifically developed to produce electronics which can withstand harsh radiation environments.
  • According to John Kent, SkyWater executive vice president, technology development and design enablement, SkyWater strategically developed its MPW solution for aerospace and defense applications.

ON Semiconductor to Host Financial Analyst Day

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Mobile, Wireless, Networks, Hardware, Electronic design automation, Consumer electronics, Technology, Other Manufacturing, Semiconductor, Engineering, Automotive Manufacturing, Other Technology, Aerospace, Manufacturing, Semiconductor device fabrication, ON Semiconductor, Companies, Fabless semiconductor companies, Finance

ON Semiconductor (NASDAQ: ON ) will host its Financial Analyst Day on Aug. 5, 2021, in New York City.

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  • ON Semiconductor (NASDAQ: ON ) will host its Financial Analyst Day on Aug. 5, 2021, in New York City.
  • ON Semiconductor will provide a real-time webcast of the event on Aug. 5, 2021 on the Investors page of its website at http://www.onsemi.com .
  • ON Semiconductor (Nasdaq: ON ) is driving energy efficient electronics innovations that help make the world greener, safer, inclusive and connected.
  • ON Semiconductor and the ON Semiconductor logo are registered trademarks of Semiconductor Components Industries, LLC.

Quattroflow Increases Single-Use Pump Manufacturing Footprint with Construction of New Cleanroom

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Life sciences, Biotechnology, Articles, Semiconductor device fabrication, Biopharmaceutical, Pharmaceutical industry, Pharmacy, Cleanroom

Expected to open in October 2021, the additional cleanroom will more than double the Quattroflow cleanroom space in Duisburg, Germany.

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  • Expected to open in October 2021, the additional cleanroom will more than double the Quattroflow cleanroom space in Duisburg, Germany.
  • This investment will help support growing customer demand for single-use pump products used in the production of biologics, drugs and vaccines.
  • The new cleanroom will operate independently from the existing one while following the same assembly procedures to ensure product uniformity.
  • "Expanding our cleanroom footprint is a critical step in increasing our single-use manufacturing capacity to satisfy this growing market demand.

Atonarp announces innovative new metrology platform Aston, aimed at increasing yield, throughput, and efficiency in semiconductor manufacturing processes

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Semiconductor device fabrication, Semiconductor fabrication plant, SEMI

Atonarp's Aston is an innovative in-situ semiconductor metrology platform with an integrated plasma ionization source.

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  • Atonarp's Aston is an innovative in-situ semiconductor metrology platform with an integrated plasma ionization source.
  • Aston is a major evolution in metrology for semiconductor production processes, enabling in-situ molecular process control and allowing existing fabs to run more efficiently, driving higher output.
  • "This will materially help manufacturers increase their production levels and help to address the current shortage of semiconductor fab capacity."
  • Rapid, actionable endpoint detection (EPD) is the most efficient way to run a semiconductor tool and fab.

Mott MGP Series Gas Purifiers

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Semiconductor device fabrication, Wafer, Semiconductor, Purifier, Industrial gases, Industrial processes, Liquid water

FARMINGTON, Conn., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mott announces the latest addition to their High Purity filtration and flow control product line with the MGP Series Gas Purifiers.These gas purifiers ensure process integrity for high purity and ultra-high purity gas applications.This full suite of purifiers is available in point-of-use and micro-bulk models and are designed to meet precise purification requirements.

Key Points: 
  • FARMINGTON, Conn., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mott announces the latest addition to their High Purity filtration and flow control product line with the MGP Series Gas Purifiers.These gas purifiers ensure process integrity for high purity and ultra-high purity gas applications.This full suite of purifiers is available in point-of-use and micro-bulk models and are designed to meet precise purification requirements.
  • The Mott MGP gas purifiers protect downstream instrumentation and maintain process consistency in Semiconductor fabs by removing gaseous impurities and providing filtration down to 1.5nm to improve wafer production yield.Our purification technology accommodates a wide selection of fill classes to remove virtually any impurity from a process stream.Factory regeneration is available on many models and outlet purities are
  • These products are sold through Mott's worldwide network of High Purity Product Distributors.
  • About Mott: For over 60 years, Mott's strategic vision is to deliver technological breakthroughs where none currently exist.

The Gas Shortage That Could Bring Big Tech To Its Knees

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Diving equipment, Helium, Natural sciences, Amarillo, Texas, SEMI, Semiconductor, Semiconductor device fabrication

Since the First World War, a federal reserve in Amarillo, Texas, has been stockpiling this strategic gas, providing some 40% of the supply.

Key Points: 
  • Since the First World War, a federal reserve in Amarillo, Texas, has been stockpiling this strategic gas, providing some 40% of the supply.
  • If completed, that will bring its total prospective helium holdings to some 75,000 acres in North America.
  • Taiwan Semiconductor is a key player to watch in both the helium shortage and the semiconductor shortage.
  • And with a semiconductor supply squeeze looming, it could stand to benefit big when Big Tech comes knocking.

The Gas Shortage That Could Bring Big Tech To Its Knees

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Thursday, July 15, 2021
Physical sciences, Chemistry, Diving equipment, Helium, Natural sciences, Amarillo, Texas, SEMI, Semiconductor, Semiconductor device fabrication

Since the First World War, a federal reserve in Amarillo, Texas, has been stockpiling this strategic gas, providing some 40% of the supply.

Key Points: 
  • Since the First World War, a federal reserve in Amarillo, Texas, has been stockpiling this strategic gas, providing some 40% of the supply.
  • If completed, that will bring its total prospective helium holdings to some 75,000 acres in North America.
  • Taiwan Semiconductor is a key player to watch in both the helium shortage and the semiconductor shortage.
  • And with a semiconductor supply squeeze looming, it could stand to benefit big when Big Tech comes knocking.

Mott MGP Series Gas Purifiers

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, July 15, 2021
Semiconductor device fabrication, Wafer, Semiconductor, Purifier, Industrial gases, Industrial processes, Liquid water

FARMINGTON, Conn., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mott announces the latest addition to their High Purity filtration and flow control product line with the MGP Series Gas Purifiers.These gas purifiers ensure process integrity for high purity and ultra-high purity gas applications.This full suite of purifiers is available in point-of-use and micro-bulk models and are designed to meet precise purification requirements.

Key Points: 
  • FARMINGTON, Conn., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Mott announces the latest addition to their High Purity filtration and flow control product line with the MGP Series Gas Purifiers.These gas purifiers ensure process integrity for high purity and ultra-high purity gas applications.This full suite of purifiers is available in point-of-use and micro-bulk models and are designed to meet precise purification requirements.
  • The Mott MGP gas purifiers protect downstream instrumentation and maintain process consistency in Semiconductor fabs by removing gaseous impurities and providing filtration down to 1.5nm to improve wafer production yield.Our purification technology accommodates a wide selection of fill classes to remove virtually any impurity from a process stream.Factory regeneration is available on many models and outlet purities are
  • These products are sold through Mott's worldwide network of High Purity Product Distributors.
  • About Mott: For over 60 years, Mott's strategic vision is to deliver technological breakthroughs where none currently exist.

SK Siltron CSS Announces $300 Million Michigan Expansion to Support Electric Vehicle Growth

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Materials, Matter, Chemistry, Semiconductor device fabrication, Wafer, Silicon carbide, Light-emitting diode

"Our Michigan expansion will allow us to manufacture advanced materials that can enhance the performance of an EV and support the growth of a more sustainable automotive future."

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  • "Our Michigan expansion will allow us to manufacture advanced materials that can enhance the performance of an EV and support the growth of a more sustainable automotive future."
  • The SK Siltron CSS expansion, pending state and local approvals, is part of a new domestic supply chain forming to provide the components required to support new environmentally friendly vehicles.
  • SK Siltron , a global maker of semiconductor wafers based in South Korea, acquired the Michigan silicon carbide wafer business in 2019 and established SK Siltron CSS as a U.S. subsidiary.
  • Since then, SK Siltron CSS has doubled its employee base in Michigan, currently employing approximately 130 skilled workers and professional engineers.