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28 Pangyo-ro 255beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
+82 31-546-7090
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Overview
- Summary
- SEMCNS is a technology-leading company in the ceramic substrate field, having started anew in 2016 by acquiring Samsung Electro-Mechanics' ceramic substrate business division. It specializes in manufacturing and supplying ceramic STF (Space Transformer), a core component for semiconductor testing processes. The company provides high-performance ceramic substrate solutions in line with the miniaturization and high-integration trends of the semiconductor industry.SEMCNS is a technology-leading company in the ceramic substrate field, having started anew in 2016 by acquiring Samsung Electro-Mechanics' ceramic substrate business division. It specializes in manufacturing and supplying ceramic STF (Space Transformer), a core component for semiconductor testing processes. The company provides high-performance ceramic substrate solutions in line with the miniaturization and high-integration trends of the semiconductor industry.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Ceramic STF (Space Transformer): A core component of probe cards for electrical performance evaluation of semiconductor wafers. It supports MEMS pins and transmits electrical signals to test equipment via PCBs, playing a crucial role in determining good or bad dies. Sizes range from 4 to 12 inches, with thicknesses between 3 and 6mm. Internally, it features a precisely connected structure with millions of vias and up to 40 internal layers.Ceramic STF (Space Transformer): A core component of probe cards for electrical performance evaluation of semiconductor wafers. It supports MEMS pins and transmits electrical signals to test equipment via PCBs, playing a crucial role in determining good or bad dies. Sizes range from 4 to 12 inches, with thicknesses between 3 and 6mm. Internally, it features a precisely connected structure with millions of vias and up to 40 internal layers.
- Ceramic STF for NAND Probe Cards: Ceramic STF products specialized for NAND flash memory testing. This is a primary product line, accounting for approximately 75% of total revenue based on the 2024 business report.Ceramic STF for NAND Probe Cards: Ceramic STF products specialized for NAND flash memory testing. This is a primary product line, accounting for approximately 75% of total revenue based on the 2024 business report.
- Ceramic STF for DRAM Probe Cards: Ceramic STF products used for DRAM memory testing. This segment accounted for approximately 23% of revenue in 2024, with high-value DRAM STF sales expected to be a growth driver.Ceramic STF for DRAM Probe Cards: Ceramic STF products used for DRAM memory testing. This segment accounted for approximately 23% of revenue in 2024, with high-value DRAM STF sales expected to be a growth driver.
- Ceramic STF for Non-Memory Semiconductors (CIS: CMOS Image Sensor) Probe Cards: A product line aimed at expanding into the non-memory semiconductor test market. This segment accounted for approximately 2% of revenue in 2024, with ongoing efforts to expand into new markets.Ceramic STF for Non-Memory Semiconductors (CIS: CMOS Image Sensor) Probe Cards: A product line aimed at expanding into the non-memory semiconductor test market. This segment accounted for approximately 2% of revenue in 2024, with ongoing efforts to expand into new markets.
- Ceramic STF for HBM (High Bandwidth Memory): High-value products responding to increased demand driven by the AI and high-performance computing markets. Currently undergoing quality testing by domestic and international HBM manufacturers, significant growth in supply is anticipated for these next-generation core products.Ceramic STF for HBM (High Bandwidth Memory): High-value products responding to increased demand driven by the AI and high-performance computing markets. Currently undergoing quality testing by domestic and international HBM manufacturers, significant growth in supply is anticipated for these next-generation core products.
- LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology: A low-temperature co-fired ceramic technology that allows for the use of metals with lower electrical resistance for wiring compared to high-temperature co-fired (HTCC) methods, advantageous for high-speed signal processing. This technology enables more precise stacking of internal circuits, facilitating high integration, multi-functionality, and product miniaturization.LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology: A low-temperature co-fired ceramic technology that allows for the use of metals with lower electrical resistance for wiring compared to high-temperature co-fired (HTCC) methods, advantageous for high-speed signal processing. This technology enables more precise stacking of internal circuits, facilitating high integration, multi-functionality, and product miniaturization.
- Large-Area Shrinkage-Free LTCC Ceramic STF Commercialization Technology: A world-first technology for manufacturing ceramic STF without shrinkage in large areas using the LTCC process. This is a key technology that maximizes product precision and reliability.Large-Area Shrinkage-Free LTCC Ceramic STF Commercialization Technology: A world-first technology for manufacturing ceramic STF without shrinkage in large areas using the LTCC process. This is a key technology that maximizes product precision and reliability.
- In-house End-to-End Development Technology: The capability to independently develop and produce all processes of ceramic STF, including design, substrate manufacturing, processing, and thin-film formation. This ensures quality control and strengthens technological competitiveness.In-house End-to-End Development Technology: The capability to independently develop and produce all processes of ceramic STF, including design, substrate manufacturing, processing, and thin-film formation. This ensures quality control and strengthens technological competitiveness.
- U-LTCC (Ultra-Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology Development: Currently undertaking a national project for the development of ultra-low temperature co-fired multilayer ceramic substrate materials, processes, and component manufacturing technology for autonomous driving radar and next-generation communication. This next-generation technology aims for high-integration, ultra-low loss multilayer ceramic substrates using U-LTCC processes below 650°C.U-LTCC (Ultra-Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology Development: Currently undertaking a national project for the development of ultra-low temperature co-fired multilayer ceramic substrate materials, processes, and component manufacturing technology for autonomous driving radar and next-generation communication. This next-generation technology aims for high-integration, ultra-low loss multilayer ceramic substrates using U-LTCC processes below 650°C.
- Core Advantages
- Leading Technology Company in Ceramic STF: A company that has established itself as a technology leader in the ceramic substrate field by inheriting core technologies and personnel through the acquisition of Samsung Electro-Mechanics' ceramic STF business. It has successfully localized ceramic STF, a market previously dominated by Japanese companies, securing its position as the sole domestic developer and supplier.Leading Technology Company in Ceramic STF: A company that has established itself as a technology leader in the ceramic substrate field by inheriting core technologies and personnel through the acquisition of Samsung Electro-Mechanics' ceramic STF business. It has successfully localized ceramic STF, a market previously dominated by Japanese companies, securing its position as the sole domestic developer and supplier.
- World-Class LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology: Possesses world-first technology for commercializing large-area, shrinkage-free LTCC ceramic STF. Its LTCC process, which is advantageous for high-speed signal processing and precise internal circuit stacking, creates a high technological entry barrier, with only a few global companies capable of mass-producing LTCC-based STF, and it is virtually the only one with established references.World-Class LTCC (Low Temperature Co-fired Ceramic) Technology: Possesses world-first technology for commercializing large-area, shrinkage-free LTCC ceramic STF. Its LTCC process, which is advantageous for high-speed signal processing and precise internal circuit stacking, creates a high technological entry barrier, with only a few global companies capable of mass-producing LTCC-based STF, and it is virtually the only one with established references.
- Diversified Product Portfolio and Future Growth Engines: Successfully diversified its product portfolio from NAND-centric to include DRAM, non-memory (CIS), and high-value HBM (High Bandwidth Memory) ceramic STF. Its entry into the HBM market positions it as a key beneficiary of the AI semiconductor supercycle, securing mid-to-long-term growth momentum.Diversified Product Portfolio and Future Growth Engines: Successfully diversified its product portfolio from NAND-centric to include DRAM, non-memory (CIS), and high-value HBM (High Bandwidth Memory) ceramic STF. Its entry into the HBM market positions it as a key beneficiary of the AI semiconductor supercycle, securing mid-to-long-term growth momentum.
- Securing Global Top-tier Customers and Strong Partnerships: Has secured major domestic and international semiconductor manufacturers such as Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Micron, Intel, and Kioxia as customers. It has established a flexible production system capable of customized order manufacturing for each customer and model, enhancing customer satisfaction.Securing Global Top-tier Customers and Strong Partnerships: Has secured major domestic and international semiconductor manufacturers such as Samsung Electronics, SK Hynix, Micron, Intel, and Kioxia as customers. It has established a flexible production system capable of customized order manufacturing for each customer and model, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Stable Production Capacity and Efficient Delivery Response: Completed the construction of a new smart factory in Osong, Chungcheongbuk-do, in February 2024, significantly expanding production capacity and achieving economies of scale. This enables stable response to increasing customer demand and secures a competitive edge through timely delivery.Stable Production Capacity and Efficient Delivery Response: Completed the construction of a new smart factory in Osong, Chungcheongbuk-do, in February 2024, significantly expanding production capacity and achieving economies of scale. This enables stable response to increasing customer demand and secures a competitive edge through timely delivery.
- Strong Technological Entry Barriers and Patent Competitiveness: The ceramic STF industry is highly technology-intensive, requiring significant time and investment for development and mass production, and mandatory approval through rigorous customer tests. With its in-house end-to-end development capabilities, the company has registered a total of 82 patents as of the first half of 2023, establishing strong technological entry barriers.Strong Technological Entry Barriers and Patent Competitiveness: The ceramic STF industry is highly technology-intensive, requiring significant time and investment for development and mass production, and mandatory approval through rigorous customer tests. With its in-house end-to-end development capabilities, the company has registered a total of 82 patents as of the first half of 2023, establishing strong technological entry barriers.
- Target Industrie
- Semiconductor Industry (Semiconductor Wafer Test Process)Semiconductor Industry (Semiconductor Wafer Test Process)
- RF ModulesRF Modules
- Electronic DevicesElectronic Devices
- Military DevicesMilitary Devices
- Autonomous Driving RadarAutonomous Driving Radar
- Next-Generation 5G and 6G CommunicationNext-Generation 5G and 6G Communication
- Space, Aviation, and Defense SectorsSpace, Aviation, and Defense Sectors
- Advanced Packaging (HBM, TSV, etc.)Advanced Packaging (HBM, TSV, etc.)
- Automotive Electronic ModulesAutomotive Electronic Modules
- Electrostatic ChucksElectrostatic Chucks
- Major Markets
- South Korea, Japan, China, TaiwanSouth Korea, Japan, China, Taiwan
- Europe (European probe card customers like Technoprobe)Europe (European probe card customers like Technoprobe)
- United States (Customers like FormFactor, Micron, Intel)United States (Customers like FormFactor, Micron, Intel)
- Certifications/Patents
- Establishment of Corporate R&D CenterEstablishment of Corporate R&D Center
- Venture Company Certification (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)Venture Company Certification (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)
- Advanced Technology Product Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)Advanced Technology Product Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)
- Excellent Technology Company Selection (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)Excellent Technology Company Selection (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)
- Quality Management System Certification (ISO9001)Quality Management System Certification (ISO9001)
- Root Technology Specialist Company Designation (Ministry of SMEs and Startups)Root Technology Specialist Company Designation (Ministry of SMEs and Startups)
- Material and Component Specialist Company Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)Material and Component Specialist Company Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)
- World-Class Product Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)World-Class Product Certification (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)
- Technology Evaluation Grade A Acquisition (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)Technology Evaluation Grade A Acquisition (Korea Technology Finance Corporation)
- Selected as KOSDAQ Rising Star in 2022Selected as KOSDAQ Rising Star in 2022
- Selected as National Representative 1000 Innovative Companies (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)Selected as National Representative 1000 Innovative Companies (Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy)
- Excellent Technology Capability Company CertificateExcellent Technology Capability Company Certificate
- Excellent Technology Research Center (ATC) Designation CertificateExcellent Technology Research Center (ATC) Designation Certificate
- Mid-sized Enterprise Confirmation CertificateMid-sized Enterprise Confirmation Certificate
- Family-Friendly CertificationFamily-Friendly Certification
- Total of 82 patents registered (as of H1 2023)Total of 82 patents registered (as of H1 2023)
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28 Pangyo-ro 255beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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