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“An unprecedented number of new semiconductor wafer fabrication plants are now under construction or planned in the United States. These reflect major investment plans by both U.S.- and foreign-owned companies such as Intel, Texas Instruments,...
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The etching and plasma deposition process is one of the most complex aspects of semiconductor manufacturing. The efficiency and yield of these...
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From cars to computers to medical devices, today’s world is built on semiconductors. The TriStar team has gotten to know this industry up close in...
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In recent years, fiber-reinforced composites have emerged as a viable alternative to traditional bronze plain bearings, and for good reason. As...
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In a recent conversation with a bearing manufacturer, I gained valuable insights into the world of low-friction bearings. These bearings can...
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Which liner material is best for my application? This is a question that we often hear from our manufacturing partners. To determine the most...
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Plastics are an integral part of our daily lives and are widely used in industries such as automotive, aerospace, consumer electronics, medical, and...
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Torlon PAI (Polyamide-Imide) is a high performance, melt-processable thermoplastic and is among the most expensive plastics on the market. Torlon can...
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The latest addition to Saint-Gobain’s Meldin® family of materials, the 7000 series offers a powerful combination of performance characteristics that...
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Applications for high-performance polyimides have always been limited by one concern above all other: cost. But today, Saint-Gobain’s latest series...
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Auto design manufacturers are constantly seeking innovative solutions to improve vehicle safety, reliability, and performance. Today’s advanced...
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Today, the pulp and paper industry is conducting a historic pivot toward packaging materials, as the digital evolution of work and home life...
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Intensive processing is required to turn wood fibers into graphic paper, cardboard, packaging, and a variety of other paper-based products. This blog...
