A laboratory for process development and evaluation of microelectronic processes was also established in Fraunhofer IZM’s facilities. All types of flip-chip processes, new assembly technologies, as well as plasma applications for the European market, can be further developed here under the best possible conditions. Panasonic now covers a variety of back-end areas and is also distributing this equipment in Europe. The company decided on Munich as its base to develop the technology in close consultation and together with its customers in Europe. M-TeCe’s two-day grand opening in the Fraunhofer IZM Technology Center kicked off with a special ritual. Leading figures of both companies, Panasonic Factory Solutions Presidents Mr. Kanzaki, Mr. Okuda and Mr. Kawase, as well as Fraunhofer IZM Institute Director Prof. Reichl, and Deputy Directors Dr. Lang and Dr. Bock cut the blue ribbon according to Japanese custom. The joint ritual sought to fortify and symbolize a new bond between the two companies. Talks are already under way with further companies interested in using Fraunhofer IZM’s infrastructure.
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