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Completion of new production building (K3 building) at EBARA's Kumamoto Plant
Increase production capacity of semiconductor manufacturing equipment by 1.5 times to meet rising market demand


Appearance of new production building (K3 building) of Kumamoto Plant Appearance of new production building (K3 building) of Kumamoto Plant

We are pleased to inform you that EBARA Corporation (hereinafter referred to as "EBARA") has completed construction of a new production building (K3 building) that was being constructed at the Kumamoto Factory within our Kumamoto Factory. This production building is intended to manufacture semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including CMP equipment, which is the main product of the Precision Equipment and Electronics Company, and is scheduled to start operation from the second quarter of fiscal 2025.


1. Background


We have applied our expertise in fluid technology and rotating machine technology to enter semiconductor-related fields since the 1980s. The Kumamoto Factory began operations at the Kumamoto Factory (K1 building) in 2001 and has become a production base specializing in the mass production of our semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including CMP equipment. In 2016, we expanded our plant and began operating the K2 building.


2. Overview


In order to expand production bases against the backdrop of worldwide demand in the semiconductor market, we started construction of the K3 Building in October 2023. The semiconductor market is expected to reach a market size of $1 trillion (approximately ¥150 trillion) in 2030. With the operation of this K3 building, we will establish a stable production system that can flexibly respond to customer needs.


3. Details of new production building (K3 building)

 

LocationShio 4000-1, Tamanaseki, Kumamoto Prefecture
Facility detailsProduction of semiconductor manufacturing equipment (CMP, etc.)
AreaBuilding area: about 7700 m2
Total floor area: about 19,400 m2
4 floors above ground
start of operation Scheduled)FY2025 Q2

Including existing K1 and K2 buildings, we will gradually introduce solar panels on the rooftops of K3 buildings to contribute to the realization of a carbon-free society by utilizing renewable energy. In addition, we will strengthen our logistics functions to optimize overall operations related to production and logistics, including the provision of automated warehouses. We will also strive to improve the ease of work and operational efficiency of our employees.

The EBARA Group aims to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and further enhance its corporate value by addressing key ESG issues based on its long-term vision and medium-term management plan.