If there is one way to describe the semiconductor industry, it’s “results-driven.” The industry depends on the continuous, 24/7 production of integrated circuits, meaning downtime is usually intolerable. As a semiconductor OEM, success equates to ensuring customers won’t experience downtime due to equipment failure. Equipment must be efficient, effective, and standardized using the highest quality printed circuit boards. At VSE, we have perfected, documented, and certified our manufacturing processes to meet the PCB assembly needs of the semiconductor equipment industry. As a semiconductor PCB manufacturer, we’ve incorporated the industry’s stringent requirements to ensure we deliver the reliability and repeatability you depend on for a growing high-tech market.
Semiconductor PCB Manufacturer
Precision Assembly Following the
Strictest Quality Requirements
Notable* Recent US Semiconductor Industry Investments
| State | City | Company | Investment ($) | State totals ($) |
| Arizona | Chandler | Intel | 20B | 62B |
| Phoenix | TSMC | 40B | ||
| Peoria | Amkor | 2B | ||
| California | Fremont | Western Digital | 350M | 1.982B |
| Oakland | Akash Systems | 432M | ||
| Roseville | Bosch | 1.2B | ||
| Idaho | Boise | Micron | 15B | 15B |
| Kansas | Manhattan | Radiation Detection Technologies | 4M | 3.704B |
| Wichita | Integra | 1.8B | ||
| Burlington | EMP Shield | 1.9B | ||
| New Mexico | Rio Rancho | Intel | 3.5B | 3.5B |
| New York | Syracuse | Micron | 20B | 21.5B |
| Malta | Global Foundries | 1B | ||
| Lansing | Menlo Microsystems | 50M | ||
| North Carolina | Siler City | Wolfspeed | 5B | 5B |
| Ohio | New Albany | Intel | 20B | 20B |
| Oregon | Medford | Rogue Valley Microdevices | 44M | 1.844B |
| Beaverton | Analog Devices | 1B | ||
| Gresham | Microchip | 800M | ||
| Texas | Taylor | Samsung Electronics | 17.3B | 56.1B |
| Richardson | Texas Instruments | 6B | ||
| Sherman | 30B | |||
| Austin | NXP | 2.6B | ||
| Lubbock | X-FAB | 200M | ||
| Utah | Lehi | Texas Instruments | 11B | 11B |
| Indiana | Odon | Nhanced Semiconductors | 236M | 2.22B |
| Trusted Semiconductor Solutions | 34M | |||
| Bloomington | Nhanced Semiconductors | 150M | ||
| West Lafayette | Skywater | 1.8B | ||
| South Carolina | Rock Hill | Pallidus | 443M | 443M |
| Colorado | Colorado Springs | Microchip | 880M | 880M |
| Minnesota | Bloomington | Polar Semiconductor | 420M | 420M |
| Florida | Palm Bay | Rogue Valley Microdevices | 25M | 25M |
*Sourced in excerpt from the Semiconductor Industry Association
Process Control for Precise Productions
From the moment we receive supplier evaluations to meeting for an on-site audit, our commitment to statistical process control (SPC) and adherence to the strict requirements of the semiconductor industry is evident:
At our facility, we measure the effectiveness and efficiency of every step in our manufacturing process and validate the results to ensure we’re meeting our target. By doing this, we achieve a low cycle time without compromising quality.
Our ISO 9001-certified quality management system ensures we maintain standardized control in design and manufacturing phases.
Being an SSQA-audited and approved supplier ensures we actively pursue continuous improvement throughout our facilities.
As a result, our semiconductor equipment PCB manufacturing processes guarantee the maintenance and improvement of quality during your initial on-site audit. It also allows us to comply with the ultimate semiconductor industry standard: copy exactly. But our commitment to manufacturing extends beyond PCB assembly: we have the capabilities for box build and wire harness assemblies to simplify production needs further.
Proficiency in Copy Exactly Methods
With SPC in place to monitor, control, and improve our processes, we can implement your Copy Exacty! (CE) methodology requirements. As an approved vendor for your organization, we will do the following to meet your CE needs:
CE-certify employees and suppliers – All employees and critical suppliers possess certification for the copy exact methodology. We’ll designate representatives from each major department at VSE—including purchasing, engineering, manufacturing, and quality control—to complete your CE standards training. Additionally, VSE assumes responsibility for providing CE training for our suppliers.
Practice the most stringent methods for design and engineering change requests – We apply the most standardized control for your builds and strictly adhere to your change control policies. Our sophisticated systems ensure your assemblies always meet exact specifications.
Maintain all assembly records – We recognize the semiconductor industry needs complete historical records of each assembled product. We maintain the integrity of that documentation for the lifecycle of your assemblies.
We’ve been innovating semiconductor-specific manufacturing knowledge for years. Our years of experience serving the semiconductor industry have yielded much industry-specific knowledge. That, combined with our copy exactly proficiency, puts us in a position of leadership among semiconductor PCB manufacturers.
Partner with the Leading Semiconductor PCB Manufacturer
At VSE, our many years as a semiconductor PCB manufacturer have allowed us to build a deep understanding of the industry and the requirements for assembling high-quality PCBs. Our staff has training in CE requirements, and we have integrated SPC and the CE methodology into our procedures. Our manufacturing processes are suitably manufacturable for low-volume runs required by our semiconductor industry clients, from new-technology prototypes to revisions on older designs. Whether fresh layouts or respins, our commitment to quality alongside a bevy of experience, skills, and adherence to CE requirements will ensure your boards meet the most rigorous industry requirements.
If you are looking for a CM that prides itself on its care and attention to detail to ensure that each PCB assembly is built to the highest standards, look no further than VSE. Contact us today to learn more about partnering with us for your next project.