Ultra-Pure Water Solutions for Microelectronics

High-Purity Water Solutions for Microelectronics Manufacturing

In semiconductor and microelectronics manufacturing, ultrapure water (UPW) plays a vital role in virtually every production stage. From wafer cleaning to photolithography and cooling, the water used must be free of contaminants, minerals, microorganisms, and trace chemicals.

Why are High-Purity Solutions Important for Microelectronics Manufacturing?

As technology advances, the need for even higher water purity intensifies, driving future manufacturing processes to meet more stringent standards and increasing production costs for each component. UCC’s comprehensive suite of ultrapure water solutions for microelectronics manufacturing—Makeup, Primary, and Polishing—are designed to meet the ever-growing demands of semiconductor manufacturing, ensuring consistent quality throughout the production cycle.

Three Essential Stages of an Ultra-Pure Water System

Makeup Systems

The Makeup stage initiates the purification process, preparing water for further refinement. It typically includes:

• Granular Activated Carbon and Chlorine Control

• Softening and Scale Control

• pH Adjustment

• Reverse Osmosis (RO) for thorough contaminant removal

Primary Systems

Primary systems enhance water quality for sensitive semiconductor processes, with key technologies like:

• TOC Reduction UV

• Membrane-Based Degasification

• Deionization (CDI or mixed beds)

• Sub-Micron Filtration

These systems effectively remove critical impurities such as silica and boron, which are vital for semiconductor manufacturing.

Polishing Systems

The final stage of the ultrapure water process, Polishing ensures the highest purity levels, meeting the most stringent standards through:

• TOC Reduction UV

• Membrane-Based Degasification

• Mixed Bed Deionization

• Sub-Micron Filtration and Ultrafiltration

Advanced ion exchange resins and filtration technologies guarantee that the most rigorous ultrapure water specifications are met, ensuring flawless production processes.

Our Ultrapure Water Solutions Services and Solutions

In addition to providing state-of-the-art equipment, we offer tailored ultrapure water solutions designed to optimize system performance and enhance operational efficiency:

Custom Water Treatment Solutions
We specialize in retrofit and upgrade services to enhance water quality, increase system reliability, and reduce operating costs. Our offerings include:

• Mixed Bed Resin Exchange

• Preventative Maintenance Programs

• Operational Contracts

Point of Use (POU) Applications
Our POU systems and filtration products provide ultrapure water that adheres to the highest industry standards, ensuring your production processes meet stringent purity requirements.