Applied Materials' automated factory-level and tool-level control solutions include:

• Applied SunFab Automation Software
  • Complete system integration capabilities to shorten ramp time to volume production and ensure fab optimal performance
  • Real time equipment performance tracking and control for fast problem resolution and predictability to improve utilization
  • Over 20 years of proven mission-critical performance in leading semiconductor and flat panel fabs around the world
• Manufacturing execution systems (MES)
• Fab scheduling, dispatch and simulation systems
• Material control system software
• Fab management applications - including equipment engineering systems (EES)
• Tool connectivity and automation solutions
• Comprehensive, fabwide advanced process control (APC) applications including run-to-run process control, diagnostic and fault detection systems

All of these solutions are designed to help companies manage, control and automate all aspects of their fab and tool operations. Additionally, Applied Materials provides services to assist customers in the deployment and maintenance of a fab's complete suite of manufacturing management software systems over the complete lifecycle of the facility, targeting measurably improved manufacturing performance.

March 30, 2007 - Applied Materials, Inc. announced the close of deal to acquire Brooks Software from Brooks Automation.

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