Precision Services delivered with unmatched Expertise: BHS Build-IT Services in Complex Machine Installations Worldwide

Introduction

Advanced photolithography systems have been instrumental in the semiconductor industry’s evolution, enabling the production of high-performance microchips that power modern technology. Since the early 1990s, these systems have grown increasingly complex, requiring precision assembly and integration at customer sites worldwide.

Since 1993, BHS has been a trusted partner in delivering Build-IT services, providing assembly and integration expertise to some of the world’s leading semiconductor manufacturers. These operations require mechanical expertise, adaptability, and a commitment to safety to ensure successful installations across Europe, Asia, and the USA.

About the Customer

BHS supports leading providers across a diverse range of advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment and technologies, tailoring its services to meet the specific needs of each customer. These include:

Photolithography System Providers: BHS collaborates with top photolithography companies whose systems are critical for microchip production. These systems demand precision assembly and alignment, making BHS’s expertise essential.
Semiconductor Metrology and Inspection System Specialists: BHS supports companies specializing in semiconductor metrology solutions that ensure high-precision wafer analysis and efficient fabrication. BHS enables seamless assembly and integration of their tools.
Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers: BHS partners with leaders in manufacturing equipment like deposition, etching, and cleaning systems, ensuring efficient integration of specialized tools for defect-free production.
Advanced Material Handling System (AMHS) Providers: BHS collaborates with leading AMHS system suppliers to install these solutions into their customers’ factories. This includes precision installations that enable efficient, automated material handling for semiconductor production.

The Customer’s Challenge

The customer’s photolithography systems are highly complex machines composed of multiple modules requiring precise on-site assembly and alignment. Key challenges include:

Technical Complexity: The systems demand intricate mechanical assembly, precise alignment, and integration of electrical, pneumatic, and fluid connections.
Global Operations: Installations span multiple continents, requiring consistent quality and coordination across locations.
On-Site Coordination: Collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure facility readiness and compliance with installation timelines.
Safety Requirements: Managing hazardous operations like moving and assembling large modules, while adhering to strict safety protocols.

These challenges necessitate an experienced and adaptable partner like BHS to ensure smooth execution.

The BHS Build-IT Solution

BHS Build-IT services provide end-to-end support for assembling and integrating advanced machinery. Our solution includes:

Precision Assembly

Laser Light Beam Delivery Alignment: Ensuring accurate alignment to achieve optimal system performance.
Module Assembly: Using specialized tools like lifting fixtures and air skate systems to safely move and position large components.
Systems Integration: Connecting all electrical, pneumatic, and fluid systems between modules with precision to ensure flawless functionality.

AMHS Services

System Installation: Expertise in installing advanced material handling systems to enable automated and efficient transport of materials in semiconductor manufacturing environments.
Integration with Factory Systems: Seamless connection of AMHS with existing production equipment and processes, ensuring smooth operation.
Testing and Optimization: Conducting rigorous tests to ensure proper functionality and fine-tuning systems for peak performance.
Maintenance and Support: Offering ongoing maintenance services and technical support to ensure sustained efficiency and minimal downtime.

Dynamic Project Management

Facility Coordination: Collaborating with customer teams to confirm site readiness for installation.
Flexible Scheduling: Adapting project timelines to evolving requirements and challenges.
Stakeholder Communication: Seamless interaction with on-site teams and suppliers to maintain progress.

System Commissioning Support

Initial Power-On Assistance: Supporting system startup and conducting on-the-spot adjustments to ensure operational success.
Issue Resolution: Addressing any challenges during commissioning to uphold customer satisfaction.

Execution

BHS employs a systematic approach to deliver Build-IT services:

Preparation:
- Detailed assessment of customer requirements and site conditions.
- Development of tailored plans for module assembly and system integration.
On-Site Implementation:
- Deployment of skilled engineers to execute precision assembly.
- Safe transportation and positioning of large modules using advanced equipment.
System Integration:
- Alignment of critical components like laser beam delivery systems.
- Seamless integration of electrical, pneumatic, and fluid systems.
Support and Handover:
- Assistance with initial power-on and performance verification.
- Comprehensive troubleshooting and final checks before system handover.

Results and Impact

BHS’s Build-IT services consistently deliver superior results for customers:

Global Success: Seamless installations at customer sites across Europe, Asia, and the USA.
Flawless Execution: Reliable assembly and integration of highly complex systems, ensuring optimal performance.
Customer Satisfaction: Strong feedback for professionalism, precision, and adaptability.
Safety Excellence: Adherence to rigorous safety protocols, completing operations without incidents.

Broader Applications

BHS’s Build-IT services extend beyond photolithography systems to include:

Precision Machinery Providers: Expertise in assembling and integrating advanced manufacturing systems for various industries.
Semiconductors: Installation of lithography and wafer processing equipment.
Data Centers: Integration of large-scale infrastructure components.
Healthcare: Assembly of sensitive medical and laboratory equipment.

Conclusion

BHS Build-IT services are trusted globally for managing complex and hazardous operations with precision and reliability. Combining mechanical expertise, global reach, and an unwavering commitment to safety, BHS ensures the successful delivery and operation of advanced systems for leading technology providers.

Contact us today to learn how BHS Build-IT services can support your installation and assembly needs with tailored solutions.