June 24, 2008 — AIXTRON AG announced that Visual Photonics Epitaxy Co. Ltd. (VPEC), a manufacturer of microelectronic and optoelectronic epiwafers, has placed another order for multiple AIX 2600G3 IC systems. The MOCVD tools will be delivered within this year for installation at VPEC’s state of the art facilities in Ping-Jen City, Taoyuan, Taiwan. They will be utilized for volume production of microelectronic and optical devices.
“AIXTRON MOCVD tools underpin our high volume manufacture of epitaxial wafers and we have been extremely happy with their performance,” says Dr. James Huang, general manager of VPEC’s microelectronic products business unit. “Since last year, we are continuing our strategic plan to build up additional capacity to meet growing demand from our customer base for microelectronic and optical devices. Working closely with local AIXTRON support staff in a proven manner will ensure a smooth, rapid commissioning of the new tools ensuring we are on stream on schedule.”