Chemical Delivery Systems That Meet Your High Tech Manufacturing Requirements

Modutek designs and develops custom chemical delivery systems to meet the specific requirements of manufacturing customers. These customers consist of industrial and research facilities who use chemicals for their processes and need a reliable and safe chemical system to store chemicals for ready use.

Typical applications of these systems include wet processing stations, wet benches, fume hoods, plating stations, precision cleaning stations, and acid exhaust hoods.

These custom chemical delivery systems feature all-Teflon fluid paths with double containment cabinet construction and leak detection. All chemical delivery is automated with a touch screen which provides important data including levels and alarms. Modutek's proprietary Solid Works Simulation Professional and SolidWorks Flow Simulation software allows customers to mix chemicals and perform delivery calculations to their specifications.

Modutek's chemical delivery systems are built to the highest standards and according to the customer's preferences. Customers can also request to be present at final testing at Modutek’s facility to ensure that the equipment meets all their specifications and they are fully satisfied with the results.

The advanced technology and high quality components used in Modutek’s chemical delivery systems reduce customer costs, reduce hazardous waste, and improve productivity and higher throughput. They are also safe and reliable, which helps customers achieve performance and productivity goals. Modutek’s chemical delivery systems can also be designed specifically to meet customer specifications.

For a free consultation or quote on selecting a chemical delivery system call Modutek at 866-803-1533 or email Modutek@modutek.com. You can read more details about Modutek’s chemical delivery systems by reading the blog article on the main site entitled “Chemical Delivery systems That Meet Your High Tech Manufacturing Requirements.”

What Fume Scrubbers Do and the Benefits They Provide

Manufacturing processes that include semiconductor etching or parts cleaning with strong chemical solutions create exhaust fumes containing process chemicals in gas or droplet form. Such fumes are dangerous to the human health and are also corrosive to machinery.

Environmental regulations also require that exhaust fumes created must be neutralized before they can be released into the atmosphere. Modutek's Fume Scrubbers use a wet packed bed to remove acid and base chemical traces in chemical process exhaust fumes. The exhaust fumes pass through a wet packing material. The chemicals are removed when they come in contact with the neutralizing solution from the beds, therefore dissolving the harmful gases. These gases are then effectively neutralized and are no longer present into the air. Manufacturers know their employees are safe because there are no hazardous chemical fumes.

Modutek manufactures Scrubbers that come in custom sizes and in a wide range of air handling capacities from 500 CFM to 25,000 CFM. Each unit is designed to meet the air quality standards of the customer. Modutek’s Fume Scrubbers are highly efficient and designed for low-cost of operation and low water usage. Automatic pH control of the scrubber water provides optimized operation and allows removal of acid and base chemical fumes of up to 99 percent. The scrubbers utilize material from packing media industry leader Lantec which optimizes the surface area of the scrubber solution exposed to the fume gases and keeps water usage to a minimum.

To learn more about Modutek’s Fume Scrubbers, and their benefits, read the complete article titled “What Fume Scrubbers Do and the Benefits They Provide”. 

Benefits of Using Modutek Acid Neutralization Systems

Modutek’s Acid Neutralization systems help regulate the pH level of a process stream in self-contained systems, whether it is continuous or in batches. These particular systems help counterbalance the pH value of a particular batch and only permit an action of discharge when the fixed criteria has reached.

These systems are available in many sizes, configurations, and designs and are built to suit the specific requirements of clients. While they do their job well in regulating the pH level of acid, these systems are also built with an emphasis on safety and dependability. Whether these batches are acid or alkaline, Modutek's Acid Neutralization Systems can fully function in automatic mode. With its range of neutralization options, it offers flexibility in application. Low-cost and affordable, as well as easy to install, it has comprehensive monitoring and alarm features which allow the operator to ensure the system is working as intended.

If you have questions about your specific requirements or want a quote for a Modutek Acid Neutralization system, send an email to sales@modutek.com or call at 866-803-1533.

Developing a Requirements List For Buying Wet Bench Equipment

A manufacturing company or research facility faces a huge challenge when they are purchasing wet bench equipment. Such equipment is a big investment that involves reviewing a detailed set of technical requirements. You need to confirm that the equipment supports all the chemical processing and through put specifications needed for your applications.

Below are seven things you need to consider when choosing wet bench equipment:

• ·         Wafer or substrate size
• ·         Cassettes per bath
• ·         Is FM approval required?
• ·         Is CO2 fire system required?
• ·         Is a third party electrical inspection needed?
• ·         Wafer volume requirements per day/week
• ·         Exhaust/chemical fume hood filtration requirements

Pump requirements, in-line heater needs, and station layout are a few other things you may want to consider. For more information read our blog article titled “How to Develop a Requirements List When Buying Wet Bench Equipment” or contact Modutek at 866-803-1533 or 408-362-2000.

5 Things You Should Know about Wet Benches

Wet benches are designed for wet etching, a very precise process that needs to be maintained for cleaning silicon wafers and devices. As a Process Engineer you are probably knowledgeable about using wet benches. However, here are five things you should know about wet benches:

1. Wet benches are provided by advanced manufacturers who offer manual, semi-automatic, and full automatic processing capabilities.

2. Dry-to-dry wet benches eliminate the need to use a dry process with separate tools.

3. The stainless steel solvent stations are ideal for clean room applications.

4. Wet benches can be hazardous if processes are not carefully followed.

5. A chemical fume hood can nullify some of the risks with chemical processing.

Modutek manufactures state-of-the-art wet benches and wet bench equipment. The company has 30+ years of experience in designing and servicing high-quality and reliable equipment that supports a consistent manufacturing process. Contact Modutek at 866-803-1533 for a free quote of or for any questions about our wet benches.

Find Out More about the Modutek Chemical Delivery System

Chemical process engineering requires reliability and effectiveness. The system must deliver consistent results every time, and must be durable so it will last through many uses, with as little maintenance as possible. Simplicity for the user is also helpful. Modutek has designed its chemical delivery systems to meet all of these needs.

The updated version of Modutek's system for chemical mixing and delivery offers better performance than competitors. Modutek also has the ability to customize it to meet your particular needs. The design is compact with an assortment of control features which, when combined with software that is user-friendly, providing your company with a machine that is cost effective, safe, and fast in delivering results.

Modutek offers wet processing equipment that ranges from manual wet processing stations to fully automated lines. These combine skill with technology in a way that allows the machines to deliver 100% of requirements for clean rooms.

Modutek designs the systems to work with your specifications. The interface for chemical delivery can use anything from 330 gallon totes down to one gallon bottles, based on what you need. The systems for delivery and mixing result in safe and precise chemical supplies for your projects.

Because control software for Modutek systems is all written in-house, and tests are run to verify proper processing and iron out bugs or errors, you can be sure that the machinery will work as you expect when it is installed into your facility. Software, testing, and design are never subcontracted; everything is done at the facility in San Jose, California. DI water is used for all tests, and each and every process and part is designed, then created and tested in-house. On point calculations can be expected from the SolidWorks Flow Simulation and also from the SolidWorks Simulation Professional.

Your company will benefit from the expertise involved in the manufacture and support of the systems by Modutek. Since they designed, created, and tested the entire process, its performance is familiar and they will be able to service it and provide support whenever needed in its lifetime.

You can rest assured that your project requirements will be met by the custom designers. The fluid path of the wet processing equipment is all Teflon. The user-friendly software is also custom designed. The fast chemical changes allow for throughput that is greater than other machines. The operator interface is no longer needed.

Some of the basic specifications for the wet processing equipment include a 5 acid mixing system, two 10 gallon delivery tanks, FM 4910 material construction, materials that are acid resistant, optical leak detect with the 150% double containment, seismic bracing made of stainless steel, exhaust port, exhaust gauge, acid supply bottles, metering pumps, 2% mixing accuracy, mixing tanks, PLC main control, LED overhead lighting, and much more.

Modutek's chemical delivery systems can be used with plating stations, fume hoods, precision cleaning stations, acid exhaust hoods, and tech benches.

Chemical Handling Equipment Addresses High Tech Manufacturing Needs

The usual issue for companies working with chemicals at various points of the manufacturing process is to find the right chemical handling equipment. They understand that the equipment needs to comply with all regulation requirements and be very dependable. Using chemicals is vital to many manufacturing processes. Any company that needs this type of equipment wants the services of a supplier who not only has extensive experience and expertise, but also offers excellent customer service if any issues are found. They want to know the issues are properly handled while using the equipment.

Modutek Corporation understands your company's needs and will meet your specifications. The right supplier will help you focus on the main concerns of your business like improving and developing manufacturing processes and procedures.

Leave all these things to an experienced company such as Modutek who is well-versed in chemical handling equipment. When you work with Modutek, you will now be able to focus your attention on other areas of your business without needing to worry about the quality, performance, and how reliable your chemical handling equipment is. We are confident we are able to provide you with right equipment to aid you in treating chemicals at any stage of your manufacturing process.

Modutek's Chemical Handling Products

Modutek offers a complete series of equipment for chemical handling to meet a wide range of manufacturing processes:

1. Fume Scrubbers
Modutek's fume scrubbers effectively remove hazardous fumes, gases, and other pollutants from the atmosphere using a minimum amount of water. With Modutek's fume scrubbers, you can achieve your goal of having quality air standards. Their fume scrubbers can also supply an air flow rate from 500 to 25,000 cubic feet per minute (CFM). These fume scrubbers are widely used by manufacturers working with plating and wet processing stations. Modutek also customizes their equipment to the company’s requirements and specifications.

2. Modutek's acid neutralization and acid neutralization systems generates a seamless, smooth process flow when used with other chemical processes. These systems offer continuous flow and batch systems. Modutek's throughput capacity for these systems can be customized and designed to comply with any production facilities' own specific requirements and regulations.

3. Modutek's chemical collections systems, chemical lift stations, and pump carts are a reliable set of equipment used for chemical handling that follows the flow of chemicals. This set of equipment has been designed to work together so that you are able to work with the chemical flow more easily. They are compatible so they function together. This ensures your process will not encounter any gaps. Furthermore, you won't face any issues with less efficient or less compatible equipment.

Advanced Equipment and Process Components

More than just handling specific chemicals, Modutek's chemical handling equipment has other useful functions:

1) Quartz baths - process quartz and reduce the chances of other chemical issues
2) Circulators - enable you to control both the cooling and heating processors' temperatures.
3) Vacuum metal etchers - provide you the needed safety for automated batch processors to move your product through several chemical processes

Modutek offers a number of reliable chemical handling equipment so that you can perform your manufacturing processes and procedures at their maximum capacity. Modutek's equipment can also assure you it offers safety at the highest level. Whether chemicals are your company's main line or simply a byproduct, you can rely on Modutek to provide the right equipment for your specific high-tech manufacturing needs. You may call us at 866-803-1533 if you would like additional information or to obtain a quote.

Modutek Makes Ordering Easy for Chemical Fume Hoods

Chemical Fume Hoods are ventilation equipment that prevents extensive exposure to hazardous or toxic chemical fumes. They also limit the exposure of harmful dust, gas or vapors. Semiconductor manufacturing solutions firms, such as Modutek Corporation, manufacture fume hoods that come in a wide range of designs and features.

Fume hoods may be in the form of a table top exhaust hood or a freestanding hood that is equipped with a HEPA (High-efficiency particular air) filter. But there's no limit to design choices because Modutek designs and manufactures custom-made fume hoods, depending on the clients' particular needs, lab equipment requirements and specifications. These fume hoods are also ideal for wet processing.

Modutek manufactures and designs excellent fume hoods. The materials used are uncompromisingly of high-grade quality: stainless steel which can handle any solvent application you may have and white polypropylene which is suitable to withstand base and acid processes.

Modutek's fume hoods come with an electrical outlet at the deck level. Usually fume hood units can be manufactured using a standard outlet, a ground-fault circuit interrupter (GFI), or an electrical outlet that is explosion proof. Most states will require the use of GFI outlets because they offer the best protection from electric shock. Chemical Fume Hoods can also be fitted with the outlets needed depending on the clients' specific manufacturing requirements.

Fume hoods can also be manufactured with a built-in utility sink and a faucet (we offer a gooseneck faucet as an option), overhead fan filter units (FFU), carboy chemical containment system (that traps waste solvents during wet processing), counterbalanced safety shields, LED lighting (that is also fitted on-deck), DI hand spray, lift stations equipped into the benches, and many more. As Modutek offers customizing products, fume hoods can be designed according to its clients' current product specifications and requirements. The size and length of a chemical fume can be modified to meet the company’s processing needs. The company's fume hoods and exhaust stations are also designed to control the temperature of chemical baths.

If your company needs chemical fume hoods with specific requirements such as dedicated drains or carboys with DOT containment, call us at 866-803-1533. If your requirements include lift stations that are designed into the benches, HEPA fan filters, or D.I. water hand spray, Modutek would like the opportunity to build the chemical fume hood your company needs.