ASM International N.V. and SAFC Hitech(TM) Sign Certified Manufacturer and Partnership...(r timely introduction of Ultra High-k ma...)

"SAFC Hitech has been working closely with ASM's research groups for some time, focusing on evaluation and process development of this class of cyclopentadienyl source materials," added Dr. Peter Heys, Research and Development Director, SAFC Hitech. "This effort has resulted in sources that have demonstrated ALD of high quality, Ultra High-k films. We are now working towards the scale-up for high volume manufacture of both strontium and barium Ultra High-k source precursors. The current target is to have product available in quantities up to and beyond 2011, consistent with ITRS road map requirements and ASM and SAFC Hitech projections."

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