Tag Archives: semiconductor

FUCHS Unifies Swiss Operations with Launch of FUCHS SWISS LUBRICANTS AG in Reiden

(IN BRIEF) FUCHS Group has launched FUCHS SWISS LUBRICANTS AG in Reiden by merging the recently acquired Swiss arm of LUBCON Group and STRUB & Co. AG. This new subsidiary consolidates research, manufacturing, and sales operations under one roof, strengthening … Read the full press release

KUKA launches KMR iisy CR AMR for ISO Class 3 cleanrooms in semiconductor fabs

(IN BRIEF) KUKA’s new KMR iisy CR cleanroom AMR combines a mobile base with the six-axis LBR iisy CR robot arm to deliver certified ISO Class 3 performance for semiconductor and electronics production. Equipped for 11 kg and 15 kg … Read the full press release

Empa Unveils Synchronized Floating Potential HiPIMS Method for Advanced Piezoelectric Thin Films at Low Temperatures

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at Empa have developed a revolutionary process for producing high-quality piezoelectric thin films at low temperatures using the Synchronized Floating Potential HiPIMS (SFP-HiPIMS) method. This process enables the production of piezoelectric films on insulating substrates, which are … Read the full press release

Infineon Launches First Radiation-Hardened GaN Transistors for Space Missions, Earning Highest DLA Certification

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has unveiled its first radiation-hardened Gallium Nitride (GaN) transistors, designed for space applications and certified to the highest reliability standards by the United States Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The GaN High Electron Mobility Transistor (HEMT) devices … Read the full press release

Infineon Technologies and Visteon Join Forces to Enhance EV Powertrain Efficiency with Cutting-Edge Semiconductor Technology

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies and Visteon Corporation have entered a strategic partnership to develop next-generation electric vehicle powertrains by integrating Infineon’s wideband gap semiconductor technologies. This collaboration will enhance power conversion efficiency and contribute to the transition to a more … Read the full press release

Infineon’s OptiMOS™ 6 80V MOSFETs Drive Energy Efficiency in AI Servers, Saving Over 1.2 MWh Per Hour in Hyperscale Data Centers

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has introduced its OptiMOS™ 6 80V power MOSFETs, integrated into an AI server platform by a leading processor manufacturer. These MOSFETs, in a 5×6 mm² dual side cooling package, provide improved efficiency, resulting in substantial energy … Read the full press release

LPKF and Onto Innovation Propel Advanced Packaging with Cutting-Edge Glass Processing Solutions

(IN BRIEF) LPKF Laser & Electronics SE has joined Onto Innovation’s Packaging Applications Center of Excellence (PACE) to accelerate the production of panel-level packages that use glass cores, crucial for modern semiconductor applications like high-performance computing and AI. LPKF will … Read the full press release

STMicroelectronics and TotalEnergies Forge Historic PPA to Power Operations with 100% Renewable Energy in France

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics has signed its first physical Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with TotalEnergies to secure renewable energy for its operations in France. The 15-year contract will deliver 1.5 TWh of clean power from two new wind and solar farms, … Read the full press release

SUSS Reports Record Q3 Results, Expands Production to Meet Growing Semiconductor Demand

(IN BRIEF) SUSS has reported strong Q3 results, with sales of €102.5 million and a 16.9% EBIT margin, continuing a robust growth trend in 2024. The company is expanding production, including a new Taiwan facility, to meet high demand. SUSS … Read the full press release

Infineon Develops World’s First 300 mm Power GaN Technology, Boosting Semiconductor Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) Infineon Technologies has pioneered the world’s first 300 mm power gallium nitride (GaN) wafer technology, enhancing production efficiency by offering 2.3 times more chips per wafer compared to the previous 200 mm process. This breakthrough will accelerate GaN … Read the full press release

ASML and TU/e Forge Path to Semiconductor Innovation with Expanded Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) ASML and Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) are set to enhance their collaboration with a new agreement signed on May 23, aiming to drive innovation in semiconductor technology. Over the next decade, the partnership will see nearly a … Read the full press release

ASML and TU/e Strengthen Collaboration to Drive Semiconductor Innovation

(IN BRIEF) ASML and Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) have solidified their partnership with a significant expansion aimed at fostering innovation in semiconductor technology. Over the next decade, nearly a hundred PhD students will engage in collaborative research, focusing on … Read the full press release

SÜSS MicroTec Launches Innovative Hybrid Bonding Platform to Boost Semiconductor Production Efficiency

(IN BRIEF) SÜSS MicroTec SE introduces the XBC300 Gen2 D2W/W2W, a groundbreaking hybrid bonding platform designed for both 200 mm and 300 mm substrates, providing versatile wafer-to-wafer (W2W) and die-to-wafer (D2W) bonding capabilities. This platform is specifically tailored for semiconductor … Read the full press release

Korean-German Partnership Accelerates Battery and Semiconductor Innovations

(IN BRIEF) A collaboration program funded by the Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy (MOTIE) aims to expedite advancements in battery cell and semiconductor technology through international partnerships. Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, with eight of its institutes, has partnered in Germany to … Read the full press release

Rolls-Royce Supplies Dynamic Power Solutions to Semiconductor Giant X-FAB Sarawak

(IN BRIEF) Rolls-Royce has equipped X-FAB Sarawak, a division of X-FAB, with four mtu Kinetic PowerPacks to ensure uninterrupted power supply for its semiconductor manufacturing facility in Kuching, Malaysia. These units, engineered to handle fluctuating power demands, provide immediate, high-quality … Read the full press release

IoT Security Boosted: CommScope and STMicroelectronics Unveil Integrated Solution

(IN BRIEF) CommScope (NASDAQ: COMM), a global leader in network connectivity, and STMicroelectronics (NYSE: STM), a leading semiconductor company catering to a wide range of electronics applications, have jointly announced the integration of CommScope’s PKIWorks™ IoT security platform with ST’s … Read the full press release

Innovation in Focus: STMicroelectronics Highlights Industrial Advancements at ITAP 2023

(IN BRIEF) STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor leader, will showcase innovative industrial solutions at Industrial Transformation Asia Pacific (ITAP 2023) from October 18-20. Their exhibit will feature Factory Automation with IO-Link technology, wireless connectivity, STM32 microcontrollers for industrial use, and predictive … Read the full press release

SweGaN Partners with AFRY to Establish Semiconductor Production Facility in Sweden

(IN BRIEF) SweGaN, a semiconductor manufacturer based in Sweden, has chosen AFRY to provide comprehensive support and expertise in various disciplines for the establishment of its new headquarters and semiconductor production facility in Linköping, Sweden. AFRY is assisting SweGaN in … Read the full press release

Wacker Chemie Expands Hyperpure Hydrogen Chloride Production for Semiconductor Industry

(IN BRIEF) Wacker Chemie AG has completed the expansion of its hyperpure hydrogen chloride production at its Burghausen site in Germany. The facility’s commissioning in mid-July has significantly increased overall production, meeting the growing demand from the semiconductor industry. Ultrapure … Read the full press release

Bosch Expands Semiconductor Business with New Test Center in Penang to Meet Global Demand for Chips

(IN BRIEF) Bosch is expanding its semiconductor business to meet the increasing global demand for chips and sensors in the automotive and consumer goods industries. The company has opened a new test center for chips and sensors in Penang, Malaysia, … Read the full press release