Asyst Technologies, Inc. (fka ASYTQ)

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ASYTQ(Crossing Automation)

Fremont, Calif. - September 26, 2011
Crossing Automation Enters 450mm Semiconductor Manufacturing Market; Receives Order for New Spartan™ 450 Sorter
http://www.crossinginc.com/docs/press-releases/crossing-automation-enters-450mm-semiconductor-manufacturing-market-receives-order-for-new-spartan-450-sorter.php

Intel
http://www.crossinginc.com/crossing-automation-board-of-directors.php

New York signs 5 industry heavyweights to put some big skin on the table ($4.4 billion to start). Intel is going as far to relocate their 450mm development facility to the area.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/carljohnson/2011/09/27/chipmakers-invest-big-in-ny/?partner=yahootix

"An increase in wafer size will significantly impact the semiconductor and electronics industries. Samsung Electronics will actively cooperate with global semiconductor companies to introduce the next generation 450mm wafer. The State of New York and Governor Cuomo's decision to invest in future technology will enhance the productivity and health of the global IT industry while creating jobs and improving the lives of people across the globe."
http://www.governor.ny.gov/print/1897