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Backend Equipment Support for Semiconductor Tools

Get a turnkey engineering service for chemical mechanical planarization, grind, dice and probe test tools.

From CMP systems to wafer grinders, dicers, and probe testers, we’ve been installing, relocating and commissioning backend tools in fabs and cleanrooms globally for 35+ years.

Whether you want to install an AMAT Mirra CMP tool, bring in field service support for a DISCO wafer dicer, or relocate an entire backend line, our highly experienced engineers handle every aspect of your project from start to finish, safeguarding yield and uptime.

  • OEM-trained specialist engineers
  • Wide range of backend tools supported
  • Worldwide support
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Backend

Partnerships

  • Infineon
  • Axcelis
  • Nexperia
  • Applied Materials
  • Intel
A stack of polished silicon wafers
We work with IES because we trust them. We know that when a critical situation occurs and we have a tool down they’ll support us, not just with parts but also by providing experienced engineers if we need them. It’s a complete solution.
Analog DevicesImplant Centre Manager,Analog Devices

Equipment We Support

Use the drop-downs below to explore the full list of equipment we specialise in working with.

  • Chemical Mechanical Planarization (CMP)
    • AMAT Mirra
    • AMAT MESA
    • LAM Ontrak
    • EBARA F-REX200
    • SPTS/Trikon/Electrotech – Flowfill
  • Grind
    • DISCO Grinder
  • Dice
    • DISCO DFD 641 / 651 / 6341
    • LOOMIS LSD-100 Scriber
    • DISCO DGP 8761
  • Probe Test
    Probe Test
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Processes we support

  • Oxide CMP

  • STI CMP

  • Tungsten CMP

  • Polish

  • DICE

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Our turnkey backend tool relocation service

As part of our turnkey relocation service, we cover every part of your project in-house.

  • Comprehensive site surveys, method statements and risk assessments
  • Decontamination
  • Tool dismantling and de-installation
  • Shipping brackets/lockdown kit
  • Tool move-out
  • Export packing
  • Door-to-door freighting, including customs
  • Tool move-in
  • Assembly and start-up
  • Final tests
Turnkey

Support services for backend tools

We provide a comprehensive range of support services to keep backend tools running at peak performance.

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Why IES?

IES engineers installing an ion implanter on a semiconductor fab floor
  • Proven track record

    We have over 35 years of experience working with backend tools in fabs and cleanrooms across the globe.

  • OEM trained engineers

    Many of our engineers have decades of experience working with some of the most prestigious OEMs, including AMAT, DISCO, LAM, EBARA, and SPTS.

  • Specialist skills matching

    We use our Skills Matrix to match you with the most qualified engineers for your equipment processes and project.

  • Multi-disciplinary teams

    Many of our backend engineers also bring cross-training in thin film, etch, and metrology, giving them the versatility to integrate backend tools seamlessly into full fab operations.

  • Worldwide support

    Our global teams can support your project, wherever in the world you're based.

  • Compliance & quality assured

    We meet SEMI standards and OEM specifications in all installations, relocation and maintenance work.

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Trusted by Microchip, Analog Devices, Nexperia and more

We've supported both manufacturers and end users to move, install and commission backend tools since 1991, and we have strong working relationships with multiple world-class manufacturers.

An IES engineer carrying out compliance testing on semiconductor equipment
“IES are reliable, flexible, and knowledgeable of the semiconductor industry, so were the best partner for the installation project.”
Plessey Semiconductors- Chief Operating Officer, Plessey Semiconductors
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Additional areas supported

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