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Panda Project Announces Breakthrough in Semiconductor Production

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The Panda Project, a leading provider of electronic components, has announced a significant breakthrough in semiconductor production with the delivery of its first semiautomatic production machine for its VSPA(tm) semiconductor packages. This innovative machine, developed in collaboration with IBM's Manufacturing Technology Center, enables the production of VSPA(tm) packages at a rate of less than 2 minutes per package, a significant reduction from the several hours previously required.

The introduction of the VSPA(tm) machine is a crucial milestone for the Panda Project's Archistrat Technologies division, enabling the company to produce volumes of parts and participate in the growing QFP market. Electronic Trend Publications predicts the QFP market will expand from 10.2 billion units in 1993 to 21 billion units in 1997, and the Panda Project aims to capitalize on this growth.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Panda Project has developed a semiautomatic production machine for its VSPA(tm) semiconductor packages, reducing production time from several hours to less than 2 minutes per package.
  • The machine is a result of collaboration between the Panda Project and IBM's Manufacturing Technology Center, utilizing IBM's expertise in advanced positioning, motion, and integration.
  • The VSPA(tm) machine will primarily be used to supply test and development parts for internal use and to customers for the design and qualification process.
  • The Panda Project aims to participate in the growing QFP market, with Electronic Trend Publications predicting a 105% increase in QFP units from 1993 to 1997.
  • The Archistrat Technologies division is a critical component of the Panda Project's strategy, enabling the production of volumes of parts.
  • Dr. Tom Walsh, Marketing Manager for IBM's Manufacturing Technology Center, stated that IBM is working to develop more advanced versions of the VSPA machine to increase production capacity.
  • Chris Fleck, Business Development Manager for the IBM project, commented on the success of the collaboration with the Panda Project and IBM's capabilities in addressing automation challenges.

Statistics:

  • Production time for VSPA(tm) packages reduced from several hours to less than 2 minutes per package.
  • QFP market growth expected to increase from 10.2 billion units in 1993 to 21 billion units in 1997, a 105% growth rate.
  • Panda Project aims to participate in the growing QFP market and produce volumes of parts.
  • Machine production rate: less than 2 minutes per package.

Sources:

  • "Panda Project Inc. Delivers First VSPA(tm) Production Machine From IBM" (Business Wire, April 26, 1995)
  • Electronic Trend Publications (predicted QFP market growth)
  • IBM's Manufacturing Technology Center (capabilities in advanced positioning, motion, and integration)

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