Arkema and Brewer Science Inc have formed a partnership to produce high quality DSA (directed self assembly) materials for use in semiconductor manufacturing. DSA will be one of the key technologies that enable high-volume, cost-effective nanoscale manufacturing.
The Missouri (USA) based Brewer Science is a global technology leader in developing and manufacturing innovative materials, processes, and equipment for the reliable fabrication of cutting-edge micro-devices used in electronics such as tablet computers, smartphones, digital cameras, televisions, LED lighting, and flexible technology products.
This partnership leverages Brewer Science’s strength of more than 30-years’ experience in advanced semiconductor materials and process solutions with Arkema’s experience of more than 20 years in block copolymer (BCP) technology and manufacturing. This combination of manufacturing and support expertise will accelerate the introduction of DSA material technology for next generation lithography applications.
“We are excited to work with Arkema to bring this technology to market. Brewer Science has earned the reputation for bringing value to customers and moving the industry forward. Our goal is to provide a turnkey DSA process so customers can obtain all the materials and process knowledge needed to implement DSA quickly and cost effectively. Combining each company's expertise in materials and manufacturing will allow us to deliver a robust solution to the industry,” said Dr Daniel Sullivan, director of Brewer Science’s Semiconductor R&D.
Ian Cayrefourcq, scientific director of Arkema, added, “Arkema is committed to deliver high quality DSA material to the Semiconductor Market. This unique Partnership will accelerate the introduction of a commercial solution on the Market and provide a unique support to our future customers built on the strength of both companies.”
Both companies plan to bring process stability to DSA by providing BCP in volume to support an entire node life with a single batch while also offering a wide range of process flexibility through a full suite of DSA flow materials and Arkema’s proven BCP blending process.
