Automation and Advanced Packaging Assembly

摘要

Automation of microelectronic assembly processes, especially as these become more precise and complex, provide manufacturers one of the best tools to gain competitive leverage. Automation can improve throughput, increase quality (consistency), and improve yield. Automation → Consistency → Improved Quality → Higher Yield → Lower costs → Scalability Requirements for smaller, more complex parts in many cases render the manual assembly process obsolete. Typically, significant material and process changes and a high degree of operator training need to take place to accommodate automation. Process engineers not schooled in automated processes need to become conversant with the precise demands of implementing a mechanized microlectronic assembly process. Automated microelectronic assembly equipment is complex and requires highly skilled operators and maintenance personnel who understand both process and equipment. Suppliers should have a support infrastructure capable of maintaining 24/7 operations worldwide.