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In medical device manufacturing, laser welding isn’t just a technical process—it’s a safeguard against failure, recall, and regulatory violations. Without robust validation and compliance, even the most advanced welding processes risk failing to meet the necessary standards, putting device integrity and patient safety at risk. However, achieving success is not solely dependent on strict adherence […]
Nations across the globe are racing to localize semiconductor production—driven by growing geopolitical tension, national security concerns, and the harsh lessons of pandemic-era supply disruptions. But turning that ambition into reality is proving to be far more complicated. In this blog post, we examine how countries are reshaping the semiconductor supply chain in pursuit of […]
Artificial intelligence is growing at an extraordinary pace, with its adoption accelerating across industries. As demand for machine learning technology surges, the semiconductor sector is under pressure to innovate—but is also uniquely positioned to shape AI’s sustainability trajectory through more efficient chip design, manufacturing, and deployment. Yet, these advancements introduce significant concerns for energy consumption […]
The semiconductor industry remains a cornerstone of technological progress, fueling advancements in artificial intelligence, renewable energy, and automotive innovation. As we look to 2025 and beyond, three critical trends—supply chain shifts and geopolitical influences, growth in artificial intelligence (AI), and a persistent talent shortage—are significantly shaping the industry’s path forward. Let’s take a closer look […]
Ultra-high purity (UHP) gases are essential across various industries, but they play an especially important role in advanced semiconductor processes. Semiconductors serve as the backbone for numerous industries, powering medical devices, microelectronics, automotive technologies, and more. Gases are used for inerting, plasma etching, deposition, annealing, and other processes within the semiconductor manufacturing workflow. But without […]
Even after several years, the semiconductor skills shortage continues to evolve, introducing new considerations for the industry at large. In our previous blog post, we discussed the top three takeaways from the ongoing skills shortage and its implications for the industry. Since then, the challenge of filling semiconductor roles has only become more urgent. New […]
The automotive industry has experienced some substantial shifts in recent years, including the drastic impact of the semiconductor shortage. As the industry continues to evolve, it is critical to not only realize the significance of these developments but be able to understand the effect that market changes are having on the semiconductor industry. Among the […]
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has further accelerated the digital age, where automation and efficiency have enhanced business capabilities, improving revenue streams and decision-making processes. And along with increased productivity, AI has the potential to make a big financial impact globally as well—implementing AI could contribute up to $15.7 trillion USD to the global […]
Sustainability has become a top priority in semiconductor manufacturing today, as semiconductors’ ever-growing usage across industries continues to present significant environmental implications. In 2023, global carbon dioxide emissions reached a new record high of 37.55 billion metric tons, with 75% directly caused by semiconductor manufacturing processes. Some steps have already been taken by fabs to […]
It’s no secret that the semiconductor industry has experienced a series of supply chain shortages and slowdowns that have had a tremendous impact on chip manufacturing. It has given way to a new, critical issue that fabs are currently experiencing—a skills shortage. It’s crucial that organizations recognize the magnitude of the skills shortage and its […]