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Citation
(2005), "ACI waterborne photoresists to be assessed", Circuit World, Vol. 31 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/cw.2005.21731cab.015
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:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2005, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
ACI waterborne photoresists to be assessed
ACI waterborne photoresists to be assessed
Keywords: Patents, Electronics industry
Advanced Coatings International (ACI) has recently completed an agreement with Tech-Etch of Plymouth, Massachusetts. Tech-Etch will test ACI's patented waterborne photoresist technology to manufacture of high precision parts.
Tech-Etch, is a leader in photo etching, chemical milling and laser machining to manufacture light gauge precision parts for medical and industrial use. They produce flexible printed circuits on polyimide substrates using advanced manufacturing processes and Tech-Etch is a global supplier of standard and custom EMI/ RFI shielding products for commercial and military applications.
ACI has developed a revolutionary waterborne photoresist technology that replaces the solvent-based technology currently in use. While eliminating volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the process, these advanced products also improve quality, speed up production time and reduce cost. For example, in fine line stainless photoforming and etching applications, extremely fast photospeeds have been used with the new technology. The photoresist is available in curtain coat, dip coat and spray versions. Waterborne liquid photoresist offers the next logical step beyond dry film.
ACI relocated to Akron, Ohio in 2003 as part of their commercialisation program. Founded in Israel, ACI chose Akron to grow its polymer-oriented business.
For further information, contact: E-mail: sjohnsonaci@core.com