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2021
The improved version of the first 12-inch wafer storage conveyor (WTS STOCKER), successfully developed by Shanghai Fuchuang, integrates specialized equipment for the wafer cleaning process, ensuring efficient wafer transfer functionality.
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2019
Fortrend developed and produced the humanoid arm AGV robot (automatic laser navigation), in combination with the portable wafer carrier storage system, enabling unmanned, automated handling and storage of wafer carriers in fabs.
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2018
Fortrend independently developed and produced portable shelf wafer carrier storage system (p-rack stocker).
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2016
The Fortrend Engineer Company developed automatic pod opener and front-end automation module (Reticle Load Port) for lithography processes, and began to provide automation equipment for advanced processes below 7nm.
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2011
Fortrend Engineering in the United States developed ISO-1 Level Mask Standard Mechanical Interface (ISO-1 Reticle SMIF), and started to engage in the R&D and production of automated transfer equipment for high-end advanced lithography processes.
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2006
Fortrend developed zero-humidity mask bare wafer automated storage system, customizing mask bare wafer storage automation equipment for high-end semiconductor fabs.
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2002
Fortrend developed reticle standard mechanical interface (Reticle SMIF) and began manufacturing automated transmission equipment for mask sheet/mask versions on the front end of lithography machines.
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1996
Fortrend developed 8-inch standard mechanical interface (200mm SMIF) and registered an international patent.
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1980
Fortrend developed wafer vertical batch transfer equipment (WTS).
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1979
Fortrend Engineering was founded in the US Silicon Valley, focusing on semiconductor automation equipment and equipment.