Cracking a tough nut for the semiconductor industry
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have developed a method to measure the toughness-the resistance to fracture-of the thin insulating films that play a critical role in high-performance integrated circuits. The new technique could help improve the reliability and manufacturability of ICs and, better yet, it's one that state-of-the-art microelectronics manufacturers can use with equipment they already own. Read more
Think Small
To meet cleanliness specifications, the first thought is frequently "Build it in a Cleanroom." However, not every critical component need be processed in a large, tightly specified cleanroom by gowned personnel. Read
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MANAGEMENT TIP OF THE WEEK
Uncertainty can be more stressful than clear negative feedback
Some individuals would rather receive clear negative information than deal with ambiguity or uncertainty, according to new research out of the University of Toronto. Read
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TruClean Clean-Room Mop
The TruClean Clean-Room Mop is constructed of continuously woven polyester fabric, individually packaged and laundered in a class 100 cleanroom facility. These mops meet needs for dry, damp, or wet operations. They will help remove unwanted germs, bacteria, allergens, and other wanted contaminants from critically controlled environments.
( Perfex Corporation)
Ask Jan: Converting From an Uncontrolled Space to a Cleanroom
Our company is shifting focus from the manufacturing of medical device components in a controlled environment to manufacturing in a certified ISO Class 8 environment. Read more
