Silicon Wafer Suppliers May Need to Start Greenfield Investments to Meet Growing Demand
After logging record shipments in the first quarter of 2021, the silicon wafer industry may need to start greenfield projects as soon as this year to boost capacity over the next two years as market demand and average selling prices continue to improve. SEMI’s Sungho Yoon explains.
ECIA GIPC Environmental Compliance Update
Atlanta – The ECIA’s GIPC Environmental Compliance subgroup met recently to discuss matters that impact the electronic component industry. Environmental Compliance is one of seven areas the GIPC tracks. Specifically, the group was updated on: PIP 3.0: Working with NAM (National Association of Manufacturers), who submitted comments to the EPA’s TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) on May […]