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• December 2023, Veeco Instruments, a US-based manufacturer of semiconductor equipment, announces the successful development of a new high-throughput sputter deposition system for advanced chip production.
ULVAC, Inc. Modern sputter coating systems from ULVAC are well known for their remarkable accuracy and consistency, particularly in the semiconductor and display industries. Large-scale manufacturing chooses them because of their superior innovations in energy efficiency and process optimization. ULVAC enhances its product offerings through strategic partnerships and collaborations with semiconductor manufacturers. Hitachi High-Tech Corporation Hitachi High-Tech is recognized for its high-precision sputter coating systems that cater to the semiconductor and data storage industries. Their recent innovations include low-temperature deposition technologies and eco-friendly coating processes. The company emphasizes customer-centric solutions and offers extensive after-sales support to build long-term relationships. They also focus on expanding their global footprint through strategic alliances and joint ventures. Recent Developments:• In August 2024, The HELIOS 1200, the newest addition to the sputter tool lineup, was recently launched to meet the growing demand for advanced optical interference filters. Designed for 300-mm wafer substrates in opto-semiconductor applications, it delivers high throughput, exceptional uniformity, and precise layer thickness control through optical monitoring.
• In September 2023, Leybold Vacuum, a manufacturer of German sputter coating equipment, revealed it will be enlarging its production facility in China to address increasing demand in the Asian market.
• In August 2023, Swiss vacuum coating technology leader, Oerlikon Balzers, unveiled its latest generation of HiPIMS systems, boasting improved film properties and deposition rates.