Continuously expanding the product lineup for semiconductor and ceramic processing.

　　In the semiconductor market, where the outlook is “very clear,” machine tool manufacturers are rolling out specialized product lines to boost their market share. At the same time, they are actively developing advanced ceramic‑based precision machining solutions that can be applied across both the electric‑vehicle and biotechnology sectors.

　　To survive amid evolving market structures and diversifying industry demands, it is essential to offer a broad portfolio of products, technologies, and solutions. This is precisely why Doosan Machine Tools—formerly known as “Doosan Machine Tool”—has expanded its lineup of specialized, high-performance equipment tailored to the semiconductor and ceramic‑processing sectors.

Increased capital expenditure

　　Throughout 2021, the semiconductor industry remained in a state of “supply shortage.” Supply constraints stemming from inaccurate demand forecasts in the automotive sector drove up sales of IT and electronic devices. Semiconductor manufacturers, unable to fulfill record‑high investment‑driven orders, found themselves grappling with the challenges of rapid growth, while the foundry industry enjoyed a robust boom.

　　Of course, technological competition among companies is intensifying, and investment in semiconductor equipment continues to expand. According to statistics from the Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International (SEMI), global semiconductor equipment sales reached US$26.8 billion (approximately KRW 32 trillion) in the third quarter of 2021, up 8% from the previous quarter and 38% year over year. By 2030, over the next decade, South Korea’s investment is expected to exceed KRW 510 trillion, positioning the country as a major player in the global semiconductor equipment market.

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　　Although machine tools do not directly manufacture semiconductors, they are used to process the SiC, ceramic, and quartz components required for semiconductor wafer production. In particular, machine tools—often referred to as “mother machines”—play a critical role in the fabrication of semiconductor equipment. Consequently, the semiconductor equipment industry represents a highly significant demand market for the machine tool sector.

Market Segment: Ceramic Processing

　　Dean Machine Tools (formerly “Doosan Machine Tools”) has consistently focused on strengthening its capabilities to deliver customized solutions tailored to the needs of various industries, continuously introducing a product lineup that meets the diverse requirements of the semiconductor sector.

　　Dean Machine Tools (formerly “Doosan Machine Tools”) is renowned for its semiconductor and ceramic machining equipment, notably the quartz ring grinding machines XG 600 and XG 800. The XG 600 model features a robust support structure that ensures stable guidance of the X-axis feed mechanism under heavy grinding spindle loads, making it particularly well-suited for precision grinding. Equipped with a high-speed grinding spindle capable of up to 5,000 rpm, it is ideally suited for processing quartz and ceramic materials.

　　Especially when grinding and polishing quartz and ceramic components required for semiconductor wafer production, this equipment delivers robust, high‑performance machining while featuring a remarkably simple ash‑and‑dust (quartz dust) management system that enhances its durability. Its design ensures tight sealing between the wafer and the cover, effectively preventing quartz dust from entering and making it well suited for cleanroom‑grade processing.

　　In addition, beyond semiconductor and ceramic processing, Doosan Machine Tools—formerly “Doosan Machine Tool”—is continuously expanding its product portfolio to proactively address evolving demands across diverse industries such as IT equipment, healthcare, and electric vehicles. The company is also committed to helping customers boost revenue and develop new business ventures, consistently designing customized automation solutions. To enhance customers’ production capacity and quality competitiveness, it continually optimizes bar feeders, workpiece‑changing systems, and pallet‑handling systems.

　　These efforts have transformed Dean Machine Tool (formerly “Doosan Machine Tool”) into a “metalworking platform” company, endowing it with the driving force to lead and shape production trends across the entire metalworking spectrum.