Swiss Cluster

🚀 Exciting news: Swiss Cluster has been awarded a €2.3M contract by the Institut d'Électronique, de Microélectronique et de Nanotechnologie (IEMN) at University of Lille 1 Sciences and Technology! This project is made possible thanks to funding from the PEPR battery program, Métropole Européenne de Lille (MEL), Lille University Foundation, and Région Hauts-de-France, with the support of the RS2E - French research network on electrochemical energy storage. Their backing underscores the critical role of collaboration in driving forward technological progress. The Institute selected our unique system design—including our SC Qube and two SC-1 units seamlessly integrated within a glovebox—to power their ambitious research in next-gen battery technology. This specialized setup, equipped with advanced metrology tools and our (PE)ALD-PVD capabilities without breaking vacuum, will play a critical role in advancing the Institute’s goals in material innovation. This partnership isn’t just a milestone for us; it underscores our commitment to delivering precision-engineered solutions that meet the highest standards in scientific research. We’re proud to partner with Université de Lille in pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in energy storage technology. Thank you to Université de Lille and IEMN team, Christophe Lethien and Jérémie Chaillou, for trusting Swiss Cluster with this impactful project. We look forward to making a meaningful contribution to cutting-edge battery research. #Swisscluster #Innovation #ALD #Nanotechnology #ThinFilms #EnergyStorage #Batteries

📍 Innovation in the Heart of the Berner Oberland Last week, we were pleased to host representatives from Volkswirtschaft Berner Oberland at our headquarters, with the Mayor of Spiez also joining us. We shared how, as a spin-off from Empa Thun and Berner Fachhochschule BFH, we’ve made Spiez the base for our global work designing and manufacturing advanced thin-film tools. Why #Spiez? With its breathtaking surroundings, this place sparks creativity and provides the ideal environment to focus on developing impactful solutions for researchers and businesses around the world. Thank you to everyone who visited us. We’re proud to be driving global innovation from this incredible corner of the #BernerOberland. 🏔️🏔️ #ThinFilms #MaterialsScience #SwissInnovation #SwissMade

🇨🇭🌏 Swiss Cluster at Asia Pacific ALD 2024: Bringing Swiss Innovation to Shanghai Swiss Cluster was honored to join the inaugural Asia Pacific ALD in Shanghai, connecting with the region's dynamic ALD research community. Represented by our Chief Commercial Officer, Ayala Israel, we had the opportunity to engage firsthand with experts and innovators in ALD. Our warmest thanks to Peace International Business and their dedicated team—Larry, Bruce, Flora, Jim, and Nancy—who made our participation seamless and engaging. Partnering with such a committed group strengthens our shared goals in advancing ALD across Asia. 💬 Engaging with the ALD Community We were thrilled to meet so many of you during our CCO Israel Ayala’s talk and in conversations at our booth. Thank you for sharing your research needs and exploring how we can support your work. ⚙️ Highlighting the SC-1 SC-1, our flagship ALD/PVD platform, quickly earned the nickname “Paper Maker” for its potential to accelerate high-impact research in materials science and thin films. SC-1 is purpose-built to support pioneering work, helping researchers like you bring the next breakthrough into reach. 🔬 As we continue to deepen our presence in the Asia-Pacific ALD community, Swiss Cluster is committed to supporting the next generation of ALD innovation. Thank you to everyone who made this event a success! 🔍 Curious about how Swiss Cluster can support your R&D goals? Reach out to discuss its applications in your research!

SC Qube: Flexible, Scalable, and Built for Your Advanced #ALD Needs Designed for flexibility and speed, the SC Qube offers a smarter way to scale your processes. Here's why it stands out: 🔄 Scalable Flexibility: From wafer-scale to 70-liter chambers, the SC Qube easily adapts to a variety of sizes, shapes, and production requirements. ⚡️ Fast and Efficient: With 75% less downtime, the SC Qube speeds up throughput with rapid loading, heating, coating and cooling. 💡 Customizable & Cost-Effective: A patent-pending chamber design enables customizable chamber dimensions, reducing operational costs and offering a cost-effective solution for high-volume production. 🎯 Precision Guaranteed: Achieve consistent, reliable coatings—even on complex 3D substrates—without compromising on quality. Curious to learn how SC Qube can transform your ALD process? 📄 Check out our leaflet for more details. #AdvancedMaterials #ThinFilm #SurfaceEngineering #PEALD

We’re Hiring: Industrial #CADDesigner Join our growing team in Spiez, to design and optimize cutting-edge thin film deposition systems. In this role, you’ll create detailed 3D models and technical drawings while collaborating closely with our engineers to ensure precision in manufacturing. Interested? Check out the job details below

Our team keeps growing, and we’re excited to highlight Michael Coleman, who joined us in May as a Quality Engineer! Michael’s expertise in quality and manufacturing has been key in scaling up production at our new Spiez facility. His contributions continue to help us deliver the precision Swiss engineering is known for. Great to have you on the team, Michael! 👏

It’s been a few weeks since ALD/ALE in Helsinki, but the excitement around our SC-1 system hasn’t slowed down 🔥. And it’s no surprise—the SC-1 combines powerful capabilities in a compact, modular design, seamlessly integrating #ALD and #PVD without breaking vacuum or moving the substrate. Whether it’s for quick metallization and immediate encapsulation, or complex metal-insulator-metal stacks to hundreds of multilayers using the broad materials library from ALD and PVD, the SC-1 series delivers unmatched versatility.🥇 If you didn’t get a chance to talk to us or grab a leaflet, here’s a digital copy to explore! 

It’s been an exciting few days at #ALDALE2024 in Helsinki! 🎉 We've had the pleasure of discussing our solutions with so many interested attendees. We’ve received fantastic feedback on all our technologies, including the #SC1 —a compact and modular (PE)#ALD+#PVD cluster system. Today’s the last chance—visit booth 41 and see how our technology can take your projects to the next level. See you there!

Swiss Cluster will be at #ALDALE2024 in Helsinki from August 4-7. Visit us at Booth 41 to explore our latest technology and services. Discover how we can support your projects and goals. See you there! 😎 #ALD #thinfilms #swissinnovation

We’ve moved! 📦✨ If you didn’t know, now you do—we're now based in beautiful Spiez! At our new site, we're expanding our technical team, building a spacious production area for fabricating coating equipment, and setting up a state-of-the-art thin film lab. This means faster delivery times, proof-of-concept coating services with our batch ALD and ALD/PVD tools, and exciting innovations in new materials. This move marks an exciting new chapter for us, with Spiez providing an idyllic backdrop for our growth and innovation. Come visit us and see what’s next! We look forward to welcoming you!