Jon Goldman Associates has entered into an agreement with Fairchild Semiconductor to upgrade the Goldman System data capture, process, and analysis software for use on Fairchild's Thermco TMX diffusion furnaces. The system is a hardware and software tool that enables process data to be captured and archived. The upgrade, including the ProcessAlert module, is easy to use and has a real-time notification system. ProcessAlert sends e-mail messages or pages when statistical process control rule violations occur. It is programmed to send alerts according to shifts or assigned schedules, providing an alphanumeric message about which tool is involved, the time and exact location of the excursion, and the nature of the problem. It helps maintain high process visibility, achieves tight process parameter control, predicts possible equipment failure, enables the effective use of scheduled downtime, and aids in diagnoses of equipment failures. Information: 714/283-5889.

IPC Fab Automation has teamed with Cyberfab to add an e-diagnostics capability to IPC's SCM Box. The partners have initially demonstrated the ability to provide secure access to IPC's solutions and have developed an option for sending equipment data to PDAs. The companies will focus the efforts of their joint-development program on enhancing data access control and security, even for wireless networks. Information: +49 9471 80980.

Shima American's new Web site provides details on its UltraPure PVA brush rollers. The site offers technical information on PVA technology, applications, and resources for downloading. Additional features include a chemical compatibility chart, a PVA Intelligence wall chart, e-mail for international languages, and an ultrapure PVA product selection chart with applications for specific tools. A certificates-of-analysis section also is included. In addition, a facilities tour leads browsers from the company's lobby to the state-of-the-art analytical laboratory and Class 1000 and Class 100 cleanrooms. The address of the site is www.brushrollers.com. Information: 408/514-2700.

A revised handbook from Greene Tweed Semiconductor Group is written for semiconductor industry equipment designers and professionals who choose sealing materials. The Right Seal—Your Guide to Sealing in Semiconductor Processing contains detailed technical data on a wide range of seal types and materials. In addition, an updated 20-page publication, Semiconductor Seal Compound Selection Guide, features an updated chemical compatibility guide for both wet and dry processes. Improved application guide and physical properties sections are included. Information: 215/256-9521.

The Wika Instrument product catalog and CD-ROM features a product configurator that enables users to specify pressure and temperature instruments by following a series of prompts. Customers may configure specialized products, modify existing products, or choose products from company inventory. The CD provides access to data sheets, CAD drawings, and related technical resources that can be printed and exported. On-line links to the company's global distribution network and information on worldwide contacts also are offered. A unit calculator, services information, and on-line help are additional features. Information: 1-888-WIKA-USA.

Asymtek, a manufacturer of automated fluid-dispensing equipment, has instituted an e-mail shipment notification system. The new system alerts customers the day their machine is shipped and the day it will arrive. If one of the more popular carriers is used, the system also tracks the shipment's location until it arrives on-site. E-mail notification details the shipment, its P.O. number, the sales order number, the name of the ordered product, the manner of shipment, and the air waybill number with a direct link to the carrier. Information: 760/431-1919.

Durex Industries' new eight-page brochure showcases the company's wide selection of electric heater and temperature sensors. Featured products include bake platens for 200- and 300-mm wafers, bake/chill platens, bake/chill pedestals, hot chucks, high-temperature platens, and multipoint thermocouples. The equipment is used in CVD, photolithography, PVD, etching, and probing wafer processes. Information: 847/639-5600.

A Web site from Fluid Components International devoted to mass flowmeters includes an application evaluation program that simplifies and speeds the selection of flowmeters to meet process flow measurement requirements. Located at www.fluidcomponents.com, the site allows users to select flowmeters through a four-step process: First, the process medium is selected from a pull-down menu. Second, normal, minimum, and maximum parameters for flow, temperature, and pressure are input with the proper unit of measure. Third, line, pipe, or duct dimensions are selected. Fourth, engineering information and recommended flowmeters with specifications are presented. Information: 760/736-6171.

Entegris has launched a Web site in Japanese. The site, located at www.entegrisfluidhandling.com, features the vendor's selection of valves, fittings, tubes, pipes, chemical containers, and related products. The site also offers information in English. In addition, visitors may contact customer service personnel through the site to inquire about prices and deliveries. Information: 952/556-3131.