Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ: AMAT) is a global leader in materials engineering solutions, designing and manufacturing equipment, services and software for the production of semiconductor chips, flat panel displays and related advanced materials. The company’s technology portfolio spans wafer fabrication tools for advanced logic, memory and foundry segments, as well as inspection and metrology systems that help customers improve yield, drive productivity and accelerate innovation in their manufacturing processes.
In its semiconductor business, Applied Materials offers a comprehensive suite of deposition, etch, chemical‐mechanical planarization (CMP) and inspection tools used in high‐volume production of integrated circuits. The display segment supplies equipment for the production of liquid crystal displays (LCD) and organic light emitting diode (OLED) panels, serving consumer electronics and TV manufacturers worldwide. The company also develops production equipment for photovoltaic solar panels, addressing the needs of renewable energy markets.
Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, Applied Materials has grown to serve a broad customer base across Asia Pacific, North America, Europe and other regions. Over its more than five decades of operation, the company has continually expanded its R&D footprint and manufacturing capabilities to keep pace with rapid advances in microelectronics, flat panel and energy technologies. Its global network includes research centers, fabrication facilities and customer support operations strategically located to support key semiconductor hubs.
Under the leadership of President and Chief Executive Officer Gary E. Dickerson, Applied Materials emphasizes close collaboration with leading chipmakers and technology innovators. The company’s strategic focus on materials science and process integration aims to accelerate next-generation device development and support customers in scaling up production for emerging applications such as artificial intelligence, 5G, advanced driver-assistance systems and renewable energy solutions.