Automation, in the context of manufacturing equipment, encompasses the loading, handling and cycling of materials or products through a sequence of machine controlled processes, inspection or test operations. These operations may be of a fixed or programmable nature and they typically incorporate intelligent vision systems.

The implementation of machine automation will most likely consist of an integration of select OEM industry-standard components, coupled with some degree of custom-designed automation, to meet overall system requirements. FALA Technologies works with our customers to shape automation architecture to be consistent with system requirements.

In the area of semiconductor equipment, FALA has extensive experience with the selection and integration of OEM automation components and sub-systems as well as with turnkey development in support of custom development requirements. Drawing from a large base of proven commercial and custom-designed components, we are committed to meeting our customers' objectives with highly reliable, flexible, cost effective automation solutions. We specialize in Sub-Class 1 automation and offer the following capabilities:

• Robotic Applications & Integration
• Application Development and Integration with a broad range of OEM systems, including Brooks/PRI, ASYST, Newport, Staubli and Genmark
• Atmospheric & Vacuum Applications: Sub-Class 1
• Custom, Robotic End-Effectors
• Reticle & Wafer Handling
• Side Grip / Front to Rear Grip (Fixed or Wrist Adaptable)
• Fail Safe ( pneumatic / vacuum activated )
• Load Ports
• Application of and Integration with 300mm FOUP, and 200mm SMIF (reticles and wafers)
• Laser Applications & Integration
• Inspection, Ablation, Serialization
• CO2, HeNe, Diodes
• Vacuum Load Locks
• Multi-Axis
• Precision Positioning Stages and Chucks
• Vacuum and Atmospheric Applications
• Mechanical and Electro-Static Chucks
• Transfer Mechanisms
• Shuttles, Precision Locators
• Vision / Imaging Sys Applications & Integration
• Inspection, Reading, Placement
• Closed Loop Feed-Back System Design
• Vacuum and Atmospheric Applications
• Sensors, Encoders and Precision Control