专访微导纳米CTO黎微明：当前半导体设备国产化面临两类挑战

Core Viewpoint - The semiconductor equipment industry is experiencing significant growth driven by the demands for self-sufficiency and AI-driven advanced processes, with companies like MicroNano leading the way in domestic ALD/CVD equipment [2][3]. Group 1: Company Overview - MicroNano, established at the end of 2015, aims to tackle the challenge of domesticating advanced semiconductor equipment, particularly for 12-inch wafer production, amidst a less mature domestic semiconductor supply chain [2]. - The company has seen a substantial increase in semiconductor equipment orders, exceeding the total orders from the previous year, with a backlog of 2.328 billion yuan as of June 30, reflecting a 54.72% growth since the beginning of the year [2]. Group 2: Industry Challenges - The semiconductor industry still faces challenges in the downstream sectors, where many processes have not yet adopted cutting-edge technology nodes. The main challenge lies in achieving high compatibility with existing customer production lines, which have strict requirements for equipment consistency and stability [4]. - In certain areas of the semiconductor sector, particularly in storage, the industry is beginning to see opportunities for innovation and collaboration with clients to develop new technologies and materials [5]. Group 3: Recommendations for Local Development - The government of Wuxi is highly supportive of the semiconductor industry, and the region's strong economic base, technological foundation, and complete industrial chain provide robust support for business development [5]. - To further enhance the local semiconductor ecosystem, it is recommended to cultivate a group of high-quality small and medium-sized enterprises focused on key components and materials, creating a cluster effect to strengthen the local supply chain [5]. - Additionally, establishing an open support platform that integrates testing, analysis, and manufacturing validation functions could provide critical product validation services for equipment, materials, and components, reducing the costs of self-built resources and promoting collaborative breakthroughs in technology and materials [5].