ASM International N.V.

ASM International N.V., together with its subsidiaries, is a global entity dedicated to the research, development, manufacturing, distribution, and maintenance of specialized equipment and critical materials essential for producing semiconductor devices. The company's operations span the United States, Europe, and Asia. Its core product line features advanced wafer processing deposition systems tailored for single-wafer atomic layer deposition, plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition, epitaxy, and batch diffusion/furnace applications. Beyond these systems, ASM International also supplies vital spare parts and comprehensive support services. Furthermore, the company develops and sells machinery integral to various wafer processing stages, particularly those intricate fabrication steps where semiconductor components are meticulously layered onto silicon wafers. Their primary clientele consists of manufacturers specializing in semiconductor devices and integrated circuits. Originally known as Advanced Semiconductor Materials International NV, the firm was established in 1968 and maintains its headquarters in Almere, the Netherlands.