ChemTrace establishes micro-contamination analytical testing lab in Taiwan

September 2, 2014
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ChemTrace, which offers micro-contamination testing of solar substrates, wafering, and cell manufacturing equipment has established a new testing laboratory in Hsinchu, Taiwan.

Covering both semiconductor and PV sectors the lab was said to be an exact copy of existing facilities in other high-tech regions, catering for process tool parts cleaning, surface treatment, refurbishment, analytical and engineering services.

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“ChemTrace has the reputation for technical competence and the highest quality of work in the United States. Now, we come to Taiwan, providing the local industry with that same quality and expertise,” stated Dr. Shi Liu, ChemTrace's technical director.

Demand from existing customers in the region to establish a local presence was said to have been a key reason for establishing the new facility. 

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