MKSI Profile
MKS Instruments, Inc. specializes in providing a wide array of instruments, systems, subsystems, and process control solutions essential for measuring, monitoring, delivering, analyzing, powering, and controlling critical parameters within manufacturing processes worldwide. The company operates through three distinct segments, each catering to specific industry needs.
The Vacuum & Analysis segment focuses on delivering advanced pressure and vacuum control solutions, encompassing both direct and indirect pressure measurement technologies. Additionally, it offers materials delivery solutions that include flow and valve technologies, along with integrated pressure measurement and control subsystems. These products are crucial in enabling precise control capabilities across various manufacturing applications. Moreover, the segment provides essential power solutions such as microwave and radio frequency matching networks, and metrology products that play a pivotal role in energy delivery processes for etching, stripping, and deposition procedures.
In its Light & Motion segment, MKS Instruments specializes in laser technologies, offering a diverse portfolio ranging from continuous wave and pulsed nanosecond lasers to diode and diode-pumped solid-state lasers. This segment also provides photonics products, including motion control systems, optical tables, vibration isolation systems, and various photonic instruments. Furthermore, it offers optics and optical assemblies, opto-mechanical components, and temperature sensing products specifically designed for wafer fabrication systems. Laser measurement products, such as laser power and energy meters, and optical and photonic subsystems, complement its comprehensive product lineup.
The Equipment & Solutions segment is dedicated to developing laser-based systems tailored for printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing. This includes flexible interconnect PCB processing systems and high-density interconnect solutions for rigid PCB manufacturing and substrate processing. Additionally, the segment offers multi-layer ceramic capacitor test systems, addressing the specific needs of semiconductor, industrial technologies, life and health sciences, research, and defense markets. MKS Instruments distributes its products globally through a direct sales organization, independent distributors, and sales representatives, leveraging its online platforms and product catalogs to reach a diverse customer base. Established in 1961, the company is headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, emphasizing innovation and technological leadership in its sector.
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