Guest bloggers from across the supply chain and from various market segments contribute to provide insight on the implications of 3D integration technologies. Industry experts who have something to say are invited to participate.
Industry Trade Shows and Conferences Strengthen Partnerships and Influence Product Innovation
Conferences and industry trade shows have been the cornerstone of professional networking and educational advancement for as long as I can remember. More than 20 years ago, I attended my first semiconductor event, the Solid State Sensors & Actuators Conference (called Hilton Head 2002), and have been participating ever since....
February Member News: Expansion, Collaborations, and Events Galore
February member news shows dynamic activity for semiconductor industry, with exciting advancements in technology, strategic expansions, key industry events, and notable leadership updates. From breakthrough product launches and major acquisitions to industry collaborations, here’s a look at what our members achieved this month. Technology Innovation and Product Developments Nordson Electronics...
Bridging the Semiconductor Talent Gap – The Role of the European Chips Act and Beyond
The European Chips Act (ECA) is pivotal to Europe’s strategy for technological sovereignty, aiming to strengthen the continent’s semiconductor supply chain and foster innovation. However, a key obstacle remains: the projected shortfall of 350,000 semiconductor professionals by 2030. Addressing this semiconductor talent gap is critical for the ECA’s success and...
What You Need to Know About PFAS
You have probably heard about health and environmental concerns related to per- or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). Companies are being pressured to replace PFAS with safer alternatives for nonstick coatings, water-resistant fabrics, firefighting foams, and more to meet upcoming restrictions. For manufacturers, including those in the semiconductor industry, PFAS replacement is...
The “White House of Microelectronics Packaging” Celebrates Its 15th Anniversary!
By Juliana Panchenko and Frank Windrich, Fraunhofer IZM-ASSID 15 years ago, Fraunhofer established the “White House of microelectronics packaging”— a leading-edge research center for 3D integration and advanced wafer-level packaging on 200/300mm wafer sizes. It was founded based on visionary ideas in the field of microelectronic packaging from the former...
US-JOINT Consortium: Strengthening Advanced Packaging Innovation Across Borders
As global semiconductor demand continues to surge, international collaboration has become essential for driving technological innovation. The US-JOINT consortium represents a key initiative in fostering cross-border cooperation between Japan and the United States. This groundbreaking collaboration brings together 10 companies- Azimuth Industrial Co. Inc., KLA Corp., Kulicke & Soffa Industries...
Empowering the Future: New York’s Semiconductor Industry Surge
In 2024, New York’s semiconductor industry experienced substantial growth, driven by increased funding from both the U.S. government and the expansion of IBM along with other key industry suppliers. As a result of these recent public and private initiatives, the NY CREATES’ Albany NanoTech Complex—the largest non-profit semiconductor R&D facility...
January Member News: Technology Innovation, Strategic partnerships, Expansion and More
January Member News celebrates major developments in semiconductor technology, strategic partnerships, industry expansions, and workforce growth. Companies introduced cutting-edge packaging, process control, and inspection solutions, while various acquisitions strengthened the U.S. semiconductor supply chain. There were various new hiring opportunities across the industry, upcoming conferences, and notable achievements. Innovation and...
Sustainability 101: 2025 and Progress Toward Sustainability Goals
Happy New Year 2025. How are those 2030 sustainability goals coming along? If you committed to 2025 goals, are you on target to reach them this year? If you feel behind, you have plenty of company. Speed and Scale by John Doerr, published in 2021, laid out a plan for...
2024: A Year of Growth and Innovation
2024 was another year of significant growth for Trymax Semiconductor Equipment B.V. This year was marked by several pivotal developments, including the successful ramp-up of our new manufacturing facility, the establishment of a dedicated Quality Department, the expansion of our team with additional Field Service Engineers, and the growing momentum...
