Semiconductor wafer and microelectronics fabrication is a demanding process with little room for mistakes. The industry depends on high-performing measurement instrumentation for precise atmospheric conditions and chemical concentration data.
In many phases of the fabrication process, trace moisture can remain after impurities, such as dust, grease, and other polluting elements, have been removed. This can harm product quality and yield. While it’s impossible to completely remove every single water molecule from the process, the aim should be to minimize the presence of water with the help of accurate measurements.
Additionally, wet chemistry processes such as wafer cleaning and etching can benefit greatly from integrated sensors that provide real-time concentration data. Manufacturers can closely monitor chemical baths to ensure they are within pre-set parameters, guaranteeing only the optimal amount of raw material is used. Alarms can also be triggered when concentrations become out of specification before many wafers are impacted, reducing scrap, and maximizing throughput.
What you’ll learn:
Join Vaisala Sales Manager Courtney Erickson and Regional Sales Manager Kevin Green for a technical presentation moderated by Pete Singer, Editor-in-Chief for Semiconductor Digest, to learn how to select the right sensors for accurate, repeatable measurements.
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Courtney works out of Vaisala's Boston office but supports customers throughout the US and Canada. She holds a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering and a master's degree in management which she earned during her 10+ years with Vaisala. In her current role, Courtney's primary focus lies in business development within the semiconductor and battery industries. She enjoys helping customers find solutions for the most demanding applications.
Kevin has a background in Mechanical Engineering and brings many years of experience in instrumentation, sales and product management with companies such as Emerson – Rosemount Measurement, McCrometer, and ABB. At Vaisala he is primarily focused on measurement applications applied to industries such as semiconductors, food and beverage production, chemical processing, and pulp and paper manufacturing. In his spare time Kevin enjoys cycling and mountain biking, skiing, tennis, and spending time with family and friends.