Revolution for Semiconductor Packaging and Circuit Assembly

The Next Revolution for Semiconductor Packaging and Circuit Assembly Industries

The latest market forecasts show that 3D-TSV wafers will be shipped in millions and have the potential to impact as much as 25% of the memory business by 2015. If we exclude memories, our analysis show that 3D-TSV wafers will account for more than 6% of the total semiconductor industry by 2015.

Montreal, Canada, August 20, 2008 -- Electronics.ca Publications, the electronics industry market research and knowledge network, announces the availability of a new market study entitled "3D TSV Interconnects: Equipments and Materials 2008 Report".

The Semiconductor manufacturing industry is today facing more than ever the challenge to explore the so-called More-than-Moore 3-D integration route in order to pursue the aggressive scaling of the historical Moore's Law. The whole Semiconductor industry supply chain is being concerned: from IDMs to Fabless and CMOS foundries, from OSATs to Substrate and Circuit Assembly players as well.

3D integration with TSVs could accelerate even more current consolidation happening in CMOS wafer fabs and the shift toward a fabless foundry model. As the whole industry supply chain is being concerned, all players are at the moment positioning on the technology and evaluating which 3-D technology platforms need to be invested and developed for their own business.

Times are bright for packagers from all across the world, according to the report. A whole new infrastructure needs to be developed in the "Mid-end" of the semiconductor industry supply chain. New technologies, equipments and advanced materials coming both from the Front-end and the Back-end worlds are being developed and will give rise to a revival of the semiconductor packaging and circuit assembly industries.

The latest market forecasts show that 3D-TSV wafers will be shipped in millions and have the potential to impact as much as 25% of the memory business by 2015. If we exclude memories, our analysis show that 3D-TSV wafers will account for more than 6% of the total semiconductor industry by 2015.

The report also reveals that different 3-D technology platforms, such as 3-D WLP Encapsulation platform, 3-D TSV Stack platform, and 3-D Interposer Module platform, need to be developed as they will serve different application needs and will correspond to different players in the supply chain.

This new study aims at giving a better understanding about the right timeline for the successful adoption of the Through Silicon Via (3-D TSV interconnect) technology across the wide range of its driving end-applications. The potential impact of 3-D technologies on the semiconductor manufacturing market (at the device / equipment / material levels) is quantified. It also evaluates how the industry supply chain is likely to evolve in the 2006-2015 time frames.

Details of the new report can be found on Electronics.ca Publications' web site: http://www.electronics.ca/reports/semiconductor_manufacturing/3d_tsv_interconnects.html

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New Crystalline Automotive Window Film

3M Crystalline Automotive Window Film

Energy Products Distribution is now selling 3M's latest Automotive Window Film - Crystalline.

Baltimore, MD, October 02, 2008 -- 3M Crystalline Automotive Window Films are the latest in automotive window film technology from 3M Company. They are made using nano-technology, are virtually clear, and offer up to 97% infrared heat reduction (900-1000 nm). They have been designed for the consumer who wants the benefits of window tinting but not the dark appearance commonly associated with it. Because they are so light, Crystalline films are legal in most states. They will not fade, purple, bubble, blister, peel, or interfere with satellite signals; and the 3M Company guarantees it for as long as you own your car. These films are offered in a variety of light transmissions (40%, 50%, 60%, and 70%) and sizes (20", 24", 36" and 60").

See how Crystalline and other 3M automotive window films look on the windows of your car by visiting http://www.epdwindowfilm.com/Page.aspx?content=sec.FilmViewer.

Automotive window film dealers looking to offer Crystalline or other 3M automotive window films to their clients should visit http://www.epdwindowfilm.com/Page.aspx?content=sec.BusinessOps.

Energy Products Distribution (EPD) is a 3M-authorized distributor of 3M Window Film products. Learn more at www.epdwindowfilm.com or contact Manny Hondroulis at 1-800-537-3911.

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Oilmen Happy Over Conflicts Dividing Electric-Drive Vehicle Industry

PLUG-IN ELECTRIC CAR RACE GETS TENSE

Consumers can help pick the tomorrow's winners by completing the on-line "Join the Plug-In Revolution" survey.

PAPILLION, NE, April 17, 2008 - Electric sports car builder Tesla is suing electric luxury car builder Fisker, claiming the latter stole company trade secrets. GM and Toyota are sparing, directly and via surrogates over to the relative merits of their competing plug-in electric car strategies. The furor over California's supposed retreat on its Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate continues to spiral with "conflict of interest" charges against one of its Air Resources Board members.

At stake is a rapidly evolving, multi-billion dollar global market for the next generation of electric cars, which use little or no petroleum, promising to reduce the nation's dependence on imported oil. Propelled by intensifying concerns over national security, climate change and resource depletion, carmakers large and small are racing to develop and market three classes of electric-drive vehicles: Plug-in Hybrids, Extended-Range Electric Vehicles and Battery Electric Vehicles.

Plug-in Hybrids are essentially internal combustion engine vehicles that offer electric-only driving ranges from 10-30 miles. Vehicles in this class will include the next generation Toyota Prius and Saturn VUE, both in development and slated to be available sometime around 2010.

Extended-Range Electric Vehicles are predominately electric cars with onboard internal combustion engine generators that recharge the large batteries, giving the vehicles significant range beyond that of their battery pack. This class includes the Chevy Volt, Fisker Karma and Tesla Whitestar, that latter two now locked in the clinches of a legal boxing match.

Battery Electric Vehicles are traditional, battery-only cars that are charged exclusively by an external electric power source such as the grid or a home owner's solar panels. These vehicles include the Think city and Nissan Denke, the former available for sale in Europe and the latter to appear in America sometime after 2010.

Fortunes and careers are being wagered in this high stakes gamble to become the environmental vehicle leader of the 21st Century. Who will win with which technology is yet to be seen. At last count, there are nearly 20 different electric car programs currently in development by manufacturers in North America, Europe and Asia.

The Plugin.EVWorld.Com (http://plugin.evworld.com) on-line survey is giving consumers the opportunity to express their preferences and concerns about the cars of the future. The survey takes only a minute to complete and those completing the survey will be rewarded by a FREE downloadable Thank You gift worth $10. To date, more than 1,100 people have completed the survey.

"Join the Plug-in Revolution" is sponsored by EV World (http://www.evworld.com).

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New SMC Adapter Has Male Contacts On Both Ends

ERNI Reaches New Heights with Enhanced SMC Board-to-Board Adapter

Stretches flexible mezzanine distances from 20mm to 40mm

ADELBERG, GERMANY - July 30, 2008 - The latest SMC Board-to-Board-Adapter from ERNI Electronics is an exciting addition to the extensive SMC 1.27mm (.050") pitch connector line, offering impressive flexibility in its board-to-board heights ranging from 20mm to 40mm in 2mm increments. Available in 12, 26 and 50 pins, the SMC Adapter has male contacts on both component ends, and securely locks into a standard low profile SMT female SMC connector for a robust assembled solution.

The SMC Adapter attachment is further enhanced by the extraordinary design details incorporated into every SMC connector. The required low profile female connectors are specially designed for use with pick & place technology. Secure soldering is maintained with SMT coplanarity of <0.10mm (<0.004") and integrated metal SMT mounting clips for durable mechanical stress relief. To protect the daughter card from handling mishaps, the SMC Adapter can be attached during the end-of-assembly process. Manufactured with high temperature LCP, SMC Adapters have an operating temperature range of -55°C to + 125°C, and are offered in cost-effective antistatic tray packaging.

The data sheet containing specifications for the new SMC adapter is available for download from the ERNI Web site at:
http://www.erni.com/DB/PDF/SMC/ERNI-SMC-Adapter-e.pdf.

Pricing & Availability

The new SMC adapters are available immediately and prices start at $2.00 per piece.

An Overview of the SMC family

The SMC line of versatile 1.27mm (0.50") connectors offers incredible design flexibility not found in any other comparable connector. Male and female connectors are available in a variety of vertical heights from 8mm board-to-board to 20mm, as well as additional heights of up to 40mm offered by the newly released SMC Adapter. Male and female connectors are also available in right angle design, enabling mating combinations for every type of application including extender cards, perpendicular cards and mezzanine cards. SMT, Pressfit and IDC cable termination options give users the capacity for an optimal assembly design. Also, with precision stamped, dual beam 'spring style' female contacts, ERNI guarantees misalignment tolerances of 0.7mm in both the longitudinal and transverse axes, providing users with the flexibility to place multiple mezzanine connectors between two boards. ERNI's award winning contacts also provide a generous wipe length of 2.5mm, allowing the SMC mated height to be 'stretched' with no loss of signal integrity, as well as a minimum of 500 mating cycles. Most styles are available in 12, 26, 50, 68 and 80 positions. The connectors are produced on state-of-the-art, fully automated manufacturing machines at ERNI's factory in Adelberg, Germany. Due to the high contact density and small housing required, SMC connectors are ideal for compact applications.

Contact ERNI today for samples and the latest SMC brochure. Expect more from your connectors. Exceed your expectations with ERNI.

About ERNI Electronics

ERNI Electronics is a leading global manufacturer and worldwide supplier of a broad line of interconnects for the telecommunications, data communications, computer, industrial and medical markets. ERNI has manufacturing operations in Europe as well as sales offices in over 40 countries. ERNI products are also marketed via a worldwide network of representatives and leading distributors. Further information is available at www.erni.com.

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Industry Makes Request to Decrease Asbestos Regulations

LegalView Offers Mesothelioma Blog Readers Details of Disconcerting Request to Decrease Asbestos Regulations from Industry

LegalView informed mesothelioma blog readers of an potentially troubling request by automotive, chemical and mining industries' paid researchers to "water down" asbestos regulations. The industry-hired scientists argued that asbestos is no longer as dangerous, even though several international health organizations have declared no safe level of the material.

Denver, CO - August 2, 2008 -- LegalView, the number one resource for everything and anything legal on the Internet, recently updated readers with the latest piece of mesothelioma information, relating to the request by paid researchers for the automotive, chemical and mining industries to decrease asbestos regulations. In a July 2008 summit in Washington D.C., the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) met with the Office of Solid Waste and Emergency regarding the request. The industry researchers argued that asbestos fibers found in sand, taconite and other materials are less toxic than originally deemed in the 1980s when the regulations were created. However, the EPA along with the International Agency for Research on Cancer, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and The World Health Organization (WHO) have all determined that no level of exposure to asbestos fibers is safe and the material as well as products using asbestos should be permanently banned.

Asbestos was mined for years and was frequently used in the construction industry for an array of products, most often insulation. However, it was determined that exposure to asbestos fibers causes a deadly form of lung cancer known as mesothelioma. Individuals who suffer from mesothelioma cancer should contact an experienced mesothelioma attorney to receive a legal consultation on the possibility of developing a personalized mesothelioma lawsuit. Because the cancer is fatal and no completely effective mesothelioma treatment exists to reduce the disease it may be important to develop litigation and potentially receive monetary compensation to pay for costly medical bills. Mesothelioma is a dormant condition that can take decades before symptoms reveal themselves, at which point, little can be done to improve the illness.

According to news reports, at the Washington D.C. summit, approximately 83 public health officials signed a 29-page report on the "science-for-hire" practice, which Dr. Michael Silverstein, who wrote the report, alleges is occurring on the part of automotive, chemical and mining industries. The report, opposing the request, urged the EPA to focus on public health rather than big industry and to avoid decreasing the asbestos regulations.

Learn more about this ongoing issue as well as other legal issues through LegalView.com. LegalView continues to maintain a comprehensive library of legal issues; issues that may be causing harm to millions of Americans each year. LegalView recently updated several of its issues to include detailed information and news. Some of the recently updated sites include information on the Zimmer Durom cup, the Ketek antibiotic and Avandia prescriptions.

The Durom cup, manufactured by Zimmer Holdings, is an artificial hip component that has been under fire by physicians who have said the device is failing their patients. Because of the alleged Zimmer Durom cup risks, the company has ceased manufacture of the hip socket. However, since production began in 2006, nearly 12,000 patients received the cup and may be affected by the failing hip socket and should contact a knowledgeable attorney for advice about the potential Durom cup recall.

Ketek is a pharmaceutical prescription antibiotic that is used to treat upper respiratory infections including pneumonia or bronchitis. Reports have tied the antibiotic with the possibility of severe liver damage among patients. Additional Ketek side effects may also be considered dangerous and those who report signs of yellowing skin or jaundice should consult a doctor immediately

The Avandia portal is continually being updated to provide the public with extensive research, scientific findings and experienced attorney links. Avandia is a prescription drug used to treat type 2 diabetes, which currently affects millions of individuals in the United States. Recent research, however, has found a disturbing link between the use of Avandia and an increase of heart disease as well as osteoporosis among patients. Individuals who feel they may have symptoms relating to heart disease or who have suffered from a bone fracture likely induced by the Avandia side effects, should speak with a medical expert immediately. Additionally, it is advisable to locate an experienced pharmaceutical law firm in case legal advice is necessary for an Avandia settlement.

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Electronic Automotive Brakes and Clutches Market Worth Billions

Automotive Brakes and Clutches Market to Reach $72.2 Billion by 2010, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Marred by depressed business conditions in the automobile industry, and recession in the United States, global sales of automotive brakes and clutches are projected to inch up to $72.2 billion by the year 2010. Although the market is mature, new systems such as electronic stability control (ESC) and brake by wire are expected to pep up growth.

San Jose, CA  -  April 23 -- As the market recovers poise, the steady conversion in the automobile industry from conventional systems to advanced electronic systems is forecast to help prop up growth in the upcoming years. The brake sector is one of the largest markets in the overall automotive parts industry. For a long time, the most common brake systems have been drum brakes and disc brakes. However new systems such as electronic stability control (ESC) and brake by wire are expected to keep the market sufficiently kindled. Brake-by-wire (BBW), a new technology is expected to revolutionize the market by providing safer braking and eliminating massive hydraulic technology. Advancements in this segment include anti-lock braking system (ABS), emergency-braking assistance (EBA), which are relatively young in the market. In the case of new technology introduction, Europe is ahead of North America largely due to greater appreciation and more willingness to pay for advanced technologies.

Europe, one of the three major vehicle markets of the industrial world, is seeing shifts in automotive transmission technologies. Despite facing strong resistance from consumers, automatic transmissions are advancing in terms of market share, particularly in the northern region. One technology that is expected to face little consumer resistance and offers the best of both worlds is dual-clutch technology. Dual-clutch gearbox is described by the terms such as power shift gearbox, direct shift gearbox, and twin clutch gearbox. The technology integrates the benefits of a conventional manual transmission with features of a novel automatic transmission.

Europe represents the largest automotive brakes and clutches market, with value sales of almost $20.4 billion estimated in the year 2008, as stated by Global Industry Analysts, Inc. Automotive Brakes Market in Asia-Pacific is forecast to reach $15.0 billion by the year 2015, while Automotive Clutches Market in Europe is projected to grow at a CAGR of 0.22% over the years 2011through 2015. Within the brakes product group, foundation brakes represent the largest and the most mature, particularly in the developed world. Electronic brake systems market is expected to exhibit strong growth over the years 2011 through 2015. These systems are slowly eating into the share of foundation brakes.

Leading players in the worldwide automotive brakes and clutches market include Advics Co. Ltd, Aisin Seiki Co. Ltd., Akebono Brake Industry Co. Ltd, Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems, BorgWarner Inc, Brembo S.P.A, Continental Automotive Systems, Dana Corporation, Delphi Corporation, Exedy Corporation, Getrag Corporate Group, Haldex AB, Honeywell International Inc, Knorr-Bremse AG, Lamellen and Kupplungsbau GmbH & Co, Meritor Wabco Vehicle Control Systems, Nisshinbo Industries Inc., Robert Bosch GmbH, TRW Automotive, Valeo SA and F.C.C. Co. Ltd, among others.

The report titled "Automotive Brakes and Clutches: A Global Strategic Business Report" published by Global Industry Analysts, Inc., provides detailed analyses and coverage of the US, Canada, Europe (including France, Germany, Italy, UK, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World markets. The report highlights major issues and trends, market challenges, and competition in the automotive brakes and clutches market. Key product segments analyzed include Brakes (Foundation Brakes, Electronic Brake Systems (Anti-Lock Brake Systems (ABS), Electronic Stability Control (ESC)), and Brake by Wire) and Clutches.

For more details about this research report, please visit http://www.strategyr.com/Automotive_Brakes_And_Clutches_Market_Report.asp.

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