Cleanroom facility expands semiconductor metrology capabilities

Wooptix has initiated the construction of a new cleanroom facility in Tenerife, Spain, aimed at expanding its research, development, and manufacturing capabilities in semiconductor metrology. The site is designed to support assembly, testing, validation, and customer demonstration of equipment based on wavefront phase imaging technologies.

Infrastructure for advanced metrology systems
The new facility will function as a centralized hub for the development and industrialization of metrology solutions used in semiconductor manufacturing. By integrating assembly and validation processes within a controlled cleanroom environment, the company aims to ensure measurement accuracy and process consistency required for advanced semiconductor applications.

The expansion reflects increasing demand for high-precision metrology tools capable of supporting next-generation semiconductor processes within a global semiconductor ecosystem.

Strengthening production autonomy and scalability
By establishing a fully owned and operated facility, Wooptix increases control over its production workflows and reduces dependency on external infrastructure. This approach supports scalability while maintaining alignment between R&D and manufacturing activities.

The investment also contributes to Europe’s efforts to enhance technological sovereignty in semiconductor technologies, where metrology plays a critical role in process control and yield optimization.

Strategic location and operational advantages
The Tenerife location provides logistical advantages, particularly for the transport of large and sensitive equipment, facilitated by proximity to maritime routes. As part of the European Union, the site benefits from regulatory alignment and access to innovation-focused industrial programs.

In addition, the local technology ecosystem and institutional support offer a framework for long-term development and integration into regional innovation networks.

Facility specifications and timeline
The facility will cover approximately 200 square meters, including a 70 m² cleanroom and an additional 30 m² dedicated to testing and metrology operations. Construction is expected to begin shortly, with full operational capability planned by the end of the year.

Role in the semiconductor value chain
By expanding its infrastructure, Wooptix positions its wavefront phase imaging technology within a broader digital supply chain for semiconductor manufacturing, where precise optical metrology enables tighter process control, reduced defects, and improved production efficiency.

Edited by Maria Brueva, Induportals editor – adapted by AI.

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