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28 Pangyo-ro 255beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
+82 31-639-9160
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Overview
- Summary
- YC is a specialized semiconductor test equipment company with a history of approximately 90 years, originating from ANDO Electric in Japan in 1933 and acquiring the semiconductor test business from Yokogawa Electric in 2012. The company primarily manufactures and supplies essential inspection equipment that minimizes defect rates by testing wafers of various memory semiconductors such as DRAM, 3D NAND, HBM, and GDDR7 at the cell level. It provides critical processes and facilities in the global semiconductor production environment, positioning itself as a technology leader in the global market. YC's main business involves the manufacturing of high-speed memory tester inspection equipment, contributing to the advancement of next-generation memory semiconductor technology.YC is a specialized semiconductor test equipment company with a history of approximately 90 years, originating from ANDO Electric in Japan in 1933 and acquiring the semiconductor test business from Yokogawa Electric in 2012. The company primarily manufactures and supplies essential inspection equipment that minimizes defect rates by testing wafers of various memory semiconductors such as DRAM, 3D NAND, HBM, and GDDR7 at the cell level. It provides critical processes and facilities in the global semiconductor production environment, positioning itself as a technology leader in the global market. YC's main business involves the manufacturing of high-speed memory tester inspection equipment, contributing to the advancement of next-generation memory semiconductor technology.
- Key Products/Technologies
- Memory Wafer Testers: YC's flagship product line, these machines meticulously inspect wafers of memory semiconductors like DRAM and 3D NAND at the cell level, accurately acquiring and analyzing defect information to minimize failure rates. The MT6133 model is a next-generation, high-precision memory tester capable of testing 300mm wafers in a single shot, featuring high-capacity defect analysis and repair functions. It boasts a maximum operating frequency of 444 MHz / 888 Mbps, a maximum parallel count of 3,072 Multi-Site/Station, and two test heads for efficient inspection. This tester supports wafer test processes for all memory products, including DRAM, NAND Flash, NOR Flash, SRAM, and MCP, and features low-power consumption technology that reduces electricity usage by 30%. The product lineup also includes the MT6122 for NAND wafer testing and the MT6135S for DRAM wafer testing.Memory Wafer Testers: YC's flagship product line, these machines meticulously inspect wafers of memory semiconductors like DRAM and 3D NAND at the cell level, accurately acquiring and analyzing defect information to minimize failure rates. The MT6133 model is a next-generation, high-precision memory tester capable of testing 300mm wafers in a single shot, featuring high-capacity defect analysis and repair functions. It boasts a maximum operating frequency of 444 MHz / 888 Mbps, a maximum parallel count of 3,072 Multi-Site/Station, and two test heads for efficient inspection. This tester supports wafer test processes for all memory products, including DRAM, NAND Flash, NOR Flash, SRAM, and MCP, and features low-power consumption technology that reduces electricity usage by 30%. The product lineup also includes the MT6122 for NAND wafer testing and the MT6135S for DRAM wafer testing.
- HBM (High Bandwidth Memory) and GDDR7 Wafer Testers: The MT8311 model is a next-generation HBM wafer tester, with shipments commencing in 2024. It supplies critical equipment required for GDDR7 quality verification and is one of only two companies worldwide capable of manufacturing HBM wafer testers with high-speed testing capabilities. This strategic product line sees increasing demand with the expansion of the HBM market and is being prepared for supply to major customers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. YC demonstrates its technological leadership in the next-generation memory test market through the development of HBM4 burn-in testers.HBM (High Bandwidth Memory) and GDDR7 Wafer Testers: The MT8311 model is a next-generation HBM wafer tester, with shipments commencing in 2024. It supplies critical equipment required for GDDR7 quality verification and is one of only two companies worldwide capable of manufacturing HBM wafer testers with high-speed testing capabilities. This strategic product line sees increasing demand with the expansion of the HBM market and is being prepared for supply to major customers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix. YC demonstrates its technological leadership in the next-generation memory test market through the development of HBM4 burn-in testers.
- Test Algorithms and Software Platform: YC's strength lies in providing integrated solutions, encompassing not only hardware but also proprietary test algorithms and control software. Its user-friendly interface (AViPS) reduces the development and analysis time for test programs, enhancing user convenience. The company maximizes development efficiency through a dual R&D organizational structure, with research centers in Seongnam-Pangyo (Korea) and Tokyo/Hamamatsu (Japan), and over 50% of its workforce dedicated to R&D.Test Algorithms and Software Platform: YC's strength lies in providing integrated solutions, encompassing not only hardware but also proprietary test algorithms and control software. Its user-friendly interface (AViPS) reduces the development and analysis time for test programs, enhancing user convenience. The company maximizes development efficiency through a dual R&D organizational structure, with research centers in Seongnam-Pangyo (Korea) and Tokyo/Hamamatsu (Japan), and over 50% of its workforce dedicated to R&D.
- Core Advantages
- Unique HBM Wafer Tester Technology: YC holds a distinctive competitive edge as one of only two companies globally capable of manufacturing HBM wafer testers with high-speed testing capabilities, alongside Japan's Advantest. This position strengthens its role as a key equipment supplier amidst the explosive growth of the HBM market. The development of next-generation HBM4 burn-in testers further solidifies its technological leadership in preempting future market demands.Unique HBM Wafer Tester Technology: YC holds a distinctive competitive edge as one of only two companies globally capable of manufacturing HBM wafer testers with high-speed testing capabilities, alongside Japan's Advantest. This position strengthens its role as a key equipment supplier amidst the explosive growth of the HBM market. The development of next-generation HBM4 burn-in testers further solidifies its technological leadership in preempting future market demands.
- Accumulated Know-how from Long History and Technology Inheritance: YC boasts a profound history and accumulated technological know-how, stemming from its origins in Japan's ANDO Electric in 1933 and the acquisition of Yokogawa Electric's semiconductor test business in 2012, spanning nearly 90 years. This extensive background provides a foundation of proven stability and reliability in the semiconductor testing field. The company's culture is driven by continuous investment in research and development, pursuing technological innovation.Accumulated Know-how from Long History and Technology Inheritance: YC boasts a profound history and accumulated technological know-how, stemming from its origins in Japan's ANDO Electric in 1933 and the acquisition of Yokogawa Electric's semiconductor test business in 2012, spanning nearly 90 years. This extensive background provides a foundation of proven stability and reliability in the semiconductor testing field. The company's culture is driven by continuous investment in research and development, pursuing technological innovation.
- Strategic Partnerships with Major Customers: Samsung Electronics' status as a second-largest shareholder and strategic investor ensures a stable supply chain and a foundation for technological collaboration. Securing major domestic and international semiconductor manufacturers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as key customers establishes a strong market presence. Consistent large-scale supply contracts and ongoing collaborations serve as a stable driving force for revenue growth.Strategic Partnerships with Major Customers: Samsung Electronics' status as a second-largest shareholder and strategic investor ensures a stable supply chain and a foundation for technological collaboration. Securing major domestic and international semiconductor manufacturers like Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix as key customers establishes a strong market presence. Consistent large-scale supply contracts and ongoing collaborations serve as a stable driving force for revenue growth.
- Multi-product, Short-lead-time Response and In-house Full Process System: YC has established a flexible production system capable of handling multiple product types and responding to short lead times. Its in-house full process execution system ensures superiority in terms of quality, cost competitiveness, and lead time. This capability allows for swift adaptation to the rapidly changing semiconductor market, maintaining its role as a leading supplier.Multi-product, Short-lead-time Response and In-house Full Process System: YC has established a flexible production system capable of handling multiple product types and responding to short lead times. Its in-house full process execution system ensures superiority in terms of quality, cost competitiveness, and lead time. This capability allows for swift adaptation to the rapidly changing semiconductor market, maintaining its role as a leading supplier.
- Strong R&D Capabilities and Technological Advancement: As a research-oriented company, over 50% of YC's workforce is dedicated to research and development. Operating dual research centers in Seongnam-Pangyo (Korea) and Tokyo/Hamamatsu (Japan), specialized personnel in hardware, software, and mechanical design are committed to developing next-generation testers. The company accelerates the development of high-speed, high-precision testing technologies, investing in enhancing its capabilities to address next-generation memory and high-value-added products.Strong R&D Capabilities and Technological Advancement: As a research-oriented company, over 50% of YC's workforce is dedicated to research and development. Operating dual research centers in Seongnam-Pangyo (Korea) and Tokyo/Hamamatsu (Japan), specialized personnel in hardware, software, and mechanical design are committed to developing next-generation testers. The company accelerates the development of high-speed, high-precision testing technologies, investing in enhancing its capabilities to address next-generation memory and high-value-added products.
- Target Industrie
- Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry: YC plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor manufacturing industry by supplying test equipment across the entire memory semiconductor production process.Semiconductor Manufacturing Industry: YC plays a pivotal role in the semiconductor manufacturing industry by supplying test equipment across the entire memory semiconductor production process.
- Memory Semiconductor Industry: The company provides essential solutions for wafer testing and inspection processes of various memory semiconductors, including DRAM, 3D NAND, HBM (High Bandwidth Memory), GDDR7, NOR Flash, SRAM, and MCP.Memory Semiconductor Industry: The company provides essential solutions for wafer testing and inspection processes of various memory semiconductors, including DRAM, 3D NAND, HBM (High Bandwidth Memory), GDDR7, NOR Flash, SRAM, and MCP.
- Major Markets
- South Korea, Japan, ChinaSouth Korea, Japan, China
- Certifications/Patents
- Possession of Various Domestic and International Patents: YC invests heavily in developing world-leading technologies in the field of memory tester equipment development, manufacturing, sales, and service, holding numerous domestic and international patents. The company is committed to continuous challenges in technological development to be at the forefront of new historical advancements.Possession of Various Domestic and International Patents: YC invests heavily in developing world-leading technologies in the field of memory tester equipment development, manufacturing, sales, and service, holding numerous domestic and international patents. The company is committed to continuous challenges in technological development to be at the forefront of new historical advancements.
- Recipient of the 2024 Digital Innovation Award: Recognized for its contributions to the AI technology era and advanced scientific technology fields, having been selected for the '2024 Digital Innovation Award' organized by The Korea Times and the Ministry of Science and ICT.Recipient of the 2024 Digital Innovation Award: Recognized for its contributions to the AI technology era and advanced scientific technology fields, having been selected for the '2024 Digital Innovation Award' organized by The Korea Times and the Ministry of Science and ICT.
- Selected as a 2024 KOSDAQ Rising Star: Acknowledged for its technological innovation and growth potential, earning the distinction of being selected as a KOSDAQ Rising Star in 2024.Selected as a 2024 KOSDAQ Rising Star: Acknowledged for its technological innovation and growth potential, earning the distinction of being selected as a KOSDAQ Rising Star in 2024.
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28 Pangyo-ro 255beon-gil, Bundang-gu, Seongnam-si, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
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