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How Technology Manufacturers Use Chemical Delivery Systems

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Technology manufacturing requires the safe handling of chemicals as well as their delivery in accurate amounts. Corrosive chemicals are used for etching, cleaning and plating materials such as silicon chips, metal parts, solar system components and printed circuit boards. The chemicals have to be stored securely, delivered to the process in precise amounts, and neutralized before disposal. Automated chemical delivery systems reduce waste and operator error while allowing the supply of defined amounts of each chemical with a high degree of precision.

Technology manufacturers use these systems to supply chemicals to wet processing equipment. Acids are used to etch away layers of material on wafers of silicon, printed circuit boards or other substrates. Sections of the layers to be etched are covered in protective material and are not removed by the etching. In this way microscopic structures and conducting paths can be created. The requirements for chemical delivery systems depend on the application of the wet processing equipment and on the chemicals to be used.

The key to supplying effective chemical delivery systems is a flexible approach combined with the ability to develop systems customized to meet the needs of the manufacturer. Companies that manufacture silicon wafers have different requirements from those that manufacture micro-electro-mechanical systems, hard disk drives or solar cells. The cleaning and etching processes of different technology manufacturers use various chemicals and widely varying amounts and process control strategies. Their chemical delivery systems must be resistant to corrosion, be safe to operate, allow the storage of large amounts of chemicals and include flexible software to control distribution. An equipment supplier has to have a good understanding of the processes involved so that they can standardize the parts of the system that can remain the same while developing custom solutions to match the needs of each technology manufacturer.

Modutek specializes in designing and manufacturing systems that provide outstanding performance and reliability with the ability to be highly customizable. The systems incorporate user-friendly features that promote safe and cost-effective operation. In a typical custom application, water use, and the number of defective parts produced is reduced while consistency of results increases.

Modutek’s chemical delivery systems feature all Teflon fluid paths, double containment cabinet construction, leak detection and chemical level sensing. Double wall plumbing and system data logging are available. Chemical storage can be in large tote chemical containers or 55-gallon drums close to the wet process station. Manufacturers that use different chemicals can improve throughput because the Modutek’s systems are designed for quick chemical change.

The software that automates a chemical delivery system is a key factor in the system’s flexibility and Modutek can customize the software to meet the needs of the technology manufacturer. Typically a touch screen shows error messages on start-up and then displays a flow diagram showing the status of key components such as metering pumps, valves and level switches. Since these may be different for particular customized applications, the software must be easily adaptable. All the software for Modutek’s chemical delivery systems is written in house. This means that Modutek has the in house expertise and capability to make changes in the software as needed and can provide excellent technical support without having to rely on exterior sources.

The Modutek chemical delivery systems are suitable for any technology manufacturer application. They are specifically designed for easy customization and provide reliable, cost-effective operation. For additional information about Modutek’s Chemical Delivery Systems or related products call 866-803-1533 or email sales@modutek.com.

Select Modutek Chemical Delivery Systems to Match Your Requirements

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Select Modutek Chemical Delivery Systems to Match Your RequirementsWith extensive experience and a wide variety of equipment, Modutek can customize chemical delivery systems to match any application. The systems combine flexibility with excellent performance to provide optimum solutions for the handling of chemicals. They can take care of distribution, mixing and recovery of chemicals and work in conjunction with the complete range of Modutek wet bench and wet processing systems.

Modutek’s chemical delivery systems provide superior performance by minimizing waste and with designs resulting in ease of operation. The systems feature high reliability through careful selection of components and the use of high quality parts. Flexibility due to the availability of a wide range of control and design features allows Modutek to customize their systems to your needs. The chemical handling systems are especially suitable for supplying chemicals to wet processing equipment in semiconductor fabrication facilities, in research labs and in universities. They integrate easily with a wide variety of equipment, ranging from fully automated lines to manual wet processing stations. The following characteristics are important factors when deciding on which chemical delivery system best matches your needs.

Automation

Modutek conceives and writes all of its control software in house, resulting in seamless documentation and support for customers. The SolidWorks Simulation Professional and SolidWorks Flow Simulation software give rapid and accurate chemical delivery calculation results. Automated chemical delivery eliminates pouring and handling of chemicals by operators and increases accuracy and reliability.

Ease of Use

Both the physical plant and the software are designed for your specific application and to meet your needs for ease of operation and maintenance. A 55 gallon drum system can deliver your chemicals close to the process and a reserve tank ensures continued chemical delivery while drums are being changed. Large tote chemical containers with load cells allow you to deliver large volumes of chemical and eliminate frequent drum changes altogether. Throughput is high because chemical changes can be effected rapidly and efficiently. The software is easy to use and Modutek relies on the company’s 30 years of experience in the industry to ensure that its systems are user friendly.

Reliability and Safety

Components for the Modutek chemical delivery systems are selected for their durability, high quality and their influence on the safety and reliability of the installation. The chemical paths are all teflon and cabinets feature a double containment construction. The systems have leak detection throughout and double wall plumbing is available. Level sensing in the chemical drum or tote is displayed on a touch screen and incorporates high/high, high, low and low/low sensing. Data logging for the various alarms and values is available. The systems are designed for durability and safety, resulting in high reliability due to a low failure rate and low maintenance requirements.

Benefits of Modutek’s Chemical Delivery Systems

The specific benefits resulting from selecting a Modutek chemical delivery system include high efficiency, low waste, low labor costs and accurate chemical handling. Since the system is custom-designed to your requirements, it can be optimized to deliver peak performance. Automated chemical delivery eliminates spills and accidents while reducing waste. The software simulations allow you to calculate your chemical delivery values quickly and accurately. The Modutek systems can deliver, distribute, mix, recover and transport your chemicals exactly the way you want. If you need more information or would like a quote for your specific requirements, contact Modutek by calling 866-803-1533 or sending an email to Sales@Modutek.com.

Modutek’s New Chemical Mixing and Delivery System

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Modutek’s New Chemical Mixing and Delivery SystemIn chemical process engineering, reliability is paramount. You need a system that delivers results more than once or twice, but repeatedly. In addition, you’d be looking at durability qualities as well as ease of use and maintenance. Modutek’s chemical delivery systems are designed just for that.

The new Modutek chemical mixing and delivery system stands out from the rest in terms of performance and offers a great degree of customizability. Combining user friendly software with a compact design and a wide range of control features, this system delivers results safely, quickly, and cost-effectively.

Modutek’s chemical delivery systems are designed for use with a complete range of wet processing equipment. Starting from a fully automated line through to a manual wet processing station, the company combines technology and skill to derive a turnkey design that delivers 100% on all clean room requirements.

The chemical delivery interface to your equipment can consist of one gallon bottles to 330 gallon totes. All of Modutek’s delivery and mixing systems are designed around your specifications. Once installed the delivery and mixing systems will provide a precise and safe chemical supply to your end point of use.

One advantage of Modutek’s systems is that all control software are designed and written in house. Even tests are completed in house allowing us to discover possible problem areas early and fix them appropriately. Modutek does not outsource or subcontract design or testing of delivery systems. All parts and every process is designed, created, and tested at our company in San Jose, CA. You can get final acceptance testing before the system is installed at your location. All tests are carried out using DI water. The SolidWorks Flow Simulation and the SolidWorks Simulation Professional deliver on point calculations.

Benefits of the system

The main benefit of the system is that it is 100% made and supported by Modutek. So, we understand every process in the performance of the system and will be able to provide quality customer support over the course of its use.

Other benefits include;

  • Custom design to meet your project requirements
  • An all Teflon fluid path
  • Software is user friendly
  • Increased throughput resulting from quick chemical change
  • Eliminates operator interface

Product specifications

  • A 5 acid mixing system
  • Has 2-10 gallon delivery tanks
  • FM 4910 material construction
  • All acid resistant materials
  • 150% double containment with optical leak detect
  • Stainless steel seismic bracing
  • Photohelic exhaust gauge with interlock to EPO switch
  • One (1) 8-inch exhaust port
  • 5 10-liter acid supply bottles for each system
  • Non-intrusive low level sensors for each acid bottle
  • 5 Teflon metering pumps for each system
  • 2% mixing accuracy
  • 2 10-gallon mixing tanks for each system
  • Low-high and high-high sensing on both mixing tanks
  • 2 Teflon delivery pumps
  • All Teflon plumbing with Flare-type connectors
  • PLC main control
  • LED overhead lighting
  • Color touch screen control
  • 3-color light tower

Other specifications

  • Multiple configurations available on customers request
  • Double wall plumbing available on request
  • Data logging available on request

Applications

The new chemical delivery system is primarily a wet processing system. It can be used with:

  • Tech benches
  • Acid exhaust hoods
  • Precision cleaning stations
  • Fume hoods, and
  • Plating stations

About Moduteck

Modutek is a semiconductor manufacturing equipment, wet bench and chemical delivery systems provider with facilities located in San Jose, California. If you have any questions or want a quote on a chemical mixing and delivery system call us at 866-803-1533 for more information.

Modutek’s Chemical Delivery Systems (CDS) Is State-of-the-Art

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modutek chemical delivery systemModutek’s Chemical Delivery Systems and Chemical Mixing Equipment have been designed to work in conjunction with our complete line of wet benches (Manual, Semi-Automated and Fully Automated) and wet processing equipment in a cleanroom environment. Our chemical delivery systems and precise mixing systems were produced to minimize waste and lessen the overall operational costs by reducing labor costs and manual pour missteps that can occur with other systems.

Modutek offers a wide range of chemical handling equipment. This equipment can used be for delivery, distribution, recovery, and transport of ultra-pure clean room chemicals used with new or existing wet benches and wet processing systems. We have designed and built tailor-made systems for MEMs, semiconductor, and Solar cleanrooms as well as for other industrial applications. Totes, drums, bottles and carboy systems are also available. We also offer custom valve manifold boxes and carts. Our system controls and software is engineered and designed by our own internal engineering staff. All of our systems are designed to fit your unique requirements for specific chemical delivery, mixing or recovery system needs using our 30 plus years of industry experience.

Key Features of our Chemical Delivery Systems Include:

  • Compatibility with Module’s full line of wet processing equipment
  • Precision mixing is available
  • Control of chemical delivery in large volumes
  • SolidWorks Simulation Professional and SolidWorks Flow Simulation provides actuate delivery calculations
  • Leak Detection
  • Double containment cabinet construction
  • Data logging is available
  • Chemical drum or tote incorporates level sensing that is displayed on touch screen
  • Teflon plumbing
  • Multiple Configurations available to meet your requirements

Chemical-Delivery-SystemThere are many benefits of using Modutek’s Chemical Delivery Systems. Not only are our systems completely compatible with the complete line of Modutek’s wet processing benches and wet process equipment, it can also be incorporated with many existing systems that are not made by Modutek.

The Key Benefits of our Chemical Delivery Systems include:

  • An all Teflon fluid path
  • Custom design around your requirements
  • Eliminates manual pouring
  • Includes user friendly software
  • Improves throughput due to quick chemical change

Modutek’s products can be used in a large number of applications. Not only are they perfect for wet processing stations, they can also be used with fume hoods and other applications. In fact, they can be used in any of the following applications:

  • Wet processing stations
  • Tech benches
  • Fume hoods
  • Plating station
  • Precision cleaning stations
  • Acid exhaust hood

Chemical Delivery System - 3D ModelEach Chemical Delivery System and Chemical Mixing Equipment includes a self-contained 55-gallon drum for chemical delivery and recapture with a dedicated controller and integral 5-gallon reserve tank which provides continuous chemical delivery when the drums are being changed. They also include a flexible, 55-gallon drum or bulk tote that expands in increments when additional chemicals are needed. The systems also include a 5-gallon carboy the recaptures chemicals or mixtures that are not able to be drained into a waste system. This chemical delivery system is controllable either from the wet station or by the flexible controller.

Modutek’s Chemical Delivery System and Chemical Mixing Equipment is created to deliver, distribute, recover and transport the chemicals for your unique manufacturing requirements. If you need more information or would like a quote for your specific requirements contact Modutek by calling 866-803-1533 or sending an email to Sales@Modutek.com.