December 2006

Arthur W. Zafiropoulo

Interviewed by Craig Addison, SEMI

To record and preserve the history of the semiconductor equipment and materials industry, SEMI presents oral history archives featuring interviews with industry pioneers. In a continuing series Art Zafiropoulo, founder of Drytek and CEO of Ultratech, tells his story. 

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Arthur W. Zafiropoulo

 
Japan—A Spending Leader in Semiconductor Equipment
by Dan Tracy, senior director, and Lara Chamness, senior market analyst, Industry Research and Statistics group
While some may perceive that the semiconductor industry in Japan has been flat or even has declined, Japan remains the global region with the largest overall installed fab capacity and is expected to remain so for some time to come.

SEMI Foundation’s High Tech U Program
2006—A Year of Firsts: Going Global in Singapore and Japan
SEMI Foundation recorded firsts for its High Tech U program as it launched a program replication model in the U.S. Southwest; took the program global; delivered an all-girls program; and became the recipient of the first fundraiser outside the U.S.

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The Quarterly Report to Members shows how companies are taking advantage of everything SEMI has to offer. We all know that results count. Meet some SEMI Members, and see how they are getting real value from their membership with SEMI.

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New Intellectual Property Section on SEMI Portal
Many SEMI members are increasingly concerned about intellectual property (IP) protection.  The SEMI portal’s new IP section contains information, best practices and resources.

Semiconductor Industry Outlook 2007
SEMI North America is a co-sponsor of this February 7 conference organized by the U.S.-Taiwan Business Council. This is the fourth in a series focusing on challenges and opportunities of the U.S., mainland China and Taiwanese semiconductor markets.

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EHS Events at SEMICON Japan

• Presentation of the Akira Inoue Award at the SEMICON^® Japan 30th Anniversary Gala
• International EHS Compliance and Regulatory Seminar EU and Asian RoHS
• 7th Annual SEMI Global Environment Symposium Energy Saving in Semiconductor Manufacturing

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SEMICON Japan 2006
December 6–8
Chiba, Japan
SEMICON Japan is the region’s premier tradeshow for semiconductor and related microelectronics manufacturing. Register NOW for three full days of exhibits, education and networking—see and hear what’s driving the industry in Japan.

 ISS 2007—Insights Shaping the Industry
January 7–10
Half Moon Bay, California
Don't miss the industry's leading forecast conference, where top executives, analysts and economists explore market opportunities and the shifting business environment. A discount package is available for attending both ISS and SMC.

SMC 2007—Expert Insights on Semiconductor Materials
January 10–12
Half Moon Bay, California
Plan now to attend SMC, the only conference that addresses the broad-ranging business opportunities and challenges confronting semiconductor materials suppliers. A discount package is available for attending both SMC and ISS.

SEMICON Korea 2007
January 31–February 2
Seoul, Korea Convention & Exhibition Center (COEX)
SEMICON Korea connects you to the technologies, trends, ideas and opportunities driving the growth of Korea’s microelectronics and display industries with more than 1,000 of the most innovative technology companies in the world.

ISS Europe 2007
February 4–6
Zurich, Switzerland
The premier forum where international executives gather to discuss our industry’s future in Europe. Join us for this 20th edition on the theme of “Mobilizing Europe’s Strengths.” Guest Speaker: Stéphane Garelli, author of the World Competitiveness report.

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SEMI Standards Meetings and Workshops at SEMICON Japan

• e-Manufacturing Workshop
• ESF Workshop
• STEP S2-0706
• MTF Workshop
• Transition to Next Generation Wafer
• SEMI Standards Friendship Reception and Member Recognition Awards Ceremony—Join us in showing our appreciation for our volunteers.

NIST Conducting Adoption and Economic Impact Study
Participation in a survey to determine the impact of measurement and metrology capabilities. This is the first comprehensive analysis of the economic value of the measurement infrastructure supporting the U.S. semiconductor supply chain.

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Featured Products:

China TFT-LCD Industry Report
This comprehensive market report provides insight into China’s TFT-LCD fabs and its equipment and material spending. An essential business reference for any company considering entry into or currently doing business in the rapidly growing TFT-LCD market.

China Domestic Fab Equipment Suppliers
This report provides information on major domestic equipment manufacturers in China and includes sales, capabilities, supply chain dependencies. Contains equipment offerings for semiconductor, solar cell, and LED manufacturing.

China Semiconductor Wafer Fab and Foundry Outlook
Which fab and foundry projects in China projects are real, and which others are yet to start? Find out in this new report from SEMI.

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Technology Innovation Showcase 2007
Have an innovative new product or solution for advanced micro or nanoelectronics manufacturing? Apply now for the Technology Innovation Showcase at SEMICON West 2007—putting the spotlight on companies advancing Moore's Law to its limits and beyond.

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SEMICON Singapore 2007—Test, Assembly & Packaging
The Call for Papers has been extended until December 15, 2006.  Submit your abstracts now.

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