SEMICONDUCTOR
Innovations for the semiconductor industry –
shaping tomorrow's technologies together
The semiconductor industry is the backbone of modern technology and the innovation engine in almost all areas – from the electrical and consumer goods industry to medical technology, aviation and defense. As an essential component of microelectronics, power electronics and IoT applications, semiconductors play a central role in the digital and sustainable transformation. At the same time, this industry is also confronted with global megatrends such as automation, digitalization, scarcity of resources and increasing cost pressure.
The supply chains of the semiconductor industry are increasingly influenced by political measures such as the CHIPS Act, which is intended to strengthen local production in the US and Europe and reduce dependence on Asian manufacturers in particular. This opens up opportunities for innovation, but also increases complexity along the value chain.
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Challenges of the semiconductor industry
- Resource scarcity:
The increasing demand for silicon, silicon carbide and various key technologies in crystal growing, wafers, epitaxy, lithography and their optics requires new approaches to material production and processing.
- Technological advances:
The development of Si, SiC and GaN chips enables more efficient and powerful applications, but places high demands on production and quality assurance.
Our core competencies for the semiconductor industry
- Smart Factory and Automation:
Development and implementation of automation and production solutions as well as complete smart factories specifically for the semiconductor industry, including the integration of automation solutions.
- Engineering and development expertise:
Development of tools, equipment and production solutions, including special tools and transport systems for clean rooms, as well as the optimization and further development of manufacturing processes.
- Clean room according to ISO 7 standard:
Use of a class ISO-7 clean room, which makes it possible to assemble, test and clean mechanical and electrical solutions for the highly specific requirements of semiconductor manufacturing according to the ISO-6 standard.
- Material and process expertise:
Expertise in materials such as silicon and silicon carbide (SiC), which are used in power electronics and microchips.
- Digitization:
Development and realization of digital twins, VR/AR applications, virtual commissioning as well as production processes and their quality assurance.
- ECO Systems:
Individually adapted, holistic ECO systems tailored to your specific needs. This includes expertise in complete systems such as energy storage and distribution, as well as all relevant manufacturing processes. The development and use of AI-supported systems opens up additional marketing potential. We also develop complex IT infrastructures, including data models, interfaces and cloud solutions.
Customized services for the semiconductor industry
- Production solutions
- Engineering services for the planning, implementation and optimization of products/production plants
- Development and implementation of transport, assembly and integration tools, automation solutions and complete production plants (smart factory)
- Cleanroom expertise
- Engineering of clean rooms and process application
- Use of a class ISO-7 clean room to assemble, test and clean mechanical and electrical solutions for the highly specific requirements of semiconductor manufacturing, also according to ISO-6.
- Automation and robotics
- Development of automation solutions for increasing production and quality control, including innovative detection solutions for contamination prevention.
- Optimization of semiconductor processes
- Improvement of manufacturing processes through customized solutions and ramp-up support for yield management and failure analysis.
Use case:
Development and realization of an assembly system in a clean room
- Requirement:
- High-precision handling of heavy components
- Ergonomic positioning of the product for manual assembly operations
- Cleanroom class ISO 6
- Solution
- Use of a Kawasaki heavy-duty robot with 1,500 kg payload for component handling.Tactile measuring system for component positioning with robot interface.
- Set-up and operation at the EDAG Group for virtual and physical commissioning as well as preliminary acceptance of the system.
- Cleaning of components to ISO 6 at the end customer's premises prior to installation.
- Benefits
- Short commissioning time at the customer's site thanks to preliminary acceptance of all functions at the EDAG Group
Customized solutions from the EDAG Group
The EDAG Group supports you along the entire value chain of the semiconductor industry. With a global team of experts, we offer comprehensive expertise in product development (Smart Product), process optimization, automation, and the planning and implementation of complete productions (Smart Factory). Our portfolio is complemented by the development of smart ECO systems and their digitalization. From the development of innovative production processes to the optimization of existing systems, we are at your side as a reliable partner. Thanks to our global presence and strong regional roots, we combine international expertise with local proximity to deliver customized solutions for your specific requirements.
The EDAG Group stands out due to its wide range of services and its ability to combine engineering, automation, digitalization and process optimization. This enables us to act as an innovative partner for semiconductor companies at various stages of the value chain.
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