Heinz Kundert

Semiconductor Equipment & Materials International operates as association of companies that provide equipment, materials and services for the manufacture of semiconductors, photovoltaic panels, LED and flat panel displays, micro-electromechanical systems, printed and flexible electronics, and related micro and nano-technologies. The company was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Milpitas, CA.

Part of OC Oerlikon Corp. AG, Balzers AG is a private company that manufactures coatings, colorants, finishing products, paints and varnishes and provides coating services. The company is based in Balzers, Liechtenstein.

VAT Vakuumventile AG manufactures and distributes vacuum valves. Its products include gate and pendulum valves, control valves, transfer valves and doors for semiconductor production, angle and diaphragm valves, connection components and multi-valve modules, heater and coatings. The firm's products are used in semiconductor, display and solar panel manufacturing as well as in a range of industry and research applications. The company was founded by Siegfried Schertler in 1965 and is headquartered in Haag, Switzerland.

Variosystems AG manufactures electronic connectors and integrated systems solutions. Its services include press fit, inspection, coating and potting, and cable harness. The firm also offers project management engineering and procurement services. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Steinach, Switzerland.