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Sustainability in production and logistics is a core topic at VAT. As a further step towards more sustainable logistics solutions, VAT is testing environmentally friendly goods transport with a hydrogen-powered truck via its logistics partner Gebrüder Weiss GmbH. (2 min. read)

The development of specific sealing technologies is a decisive feature of VAT's competitiveness. Where standard solutions reach their limits, VAT vacuum valves offer process system operators more functional reliability. Especially in the field of classic elastomer seals, VAT sets standards.\n\n(3 min. read)

U.S. researcher Andrew McElrone investigates grape roots with particle accelerator at ALS research facility in Berkeley, California. The goal: sustainable water use strategy for grape growers. \n(6 min. read)

Penang, 27 January 2022 – VAT today held a groundbreaking ceremony to initiate the extension of its production facility in Penang, Malaysia.\n\n(4 min. read)

12 years ago, VAT has implemented a global initiative to minimize the environmental impact of its own operations – as well as those of our customers and suppliers. The company maintains and promotes a broad range of recycling programs at manufacturing facilities in Switzerland and Malaysia.\n\n(2 min. read)

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR

VAT “Fixed Price Refurbishment Programs” help system operators – in particular in semiconductor production – to improve uptime and optimize service costs.

In the electromobility sector, technical innovation is becoming more important, particularly where battery production is concerned. Vacuum and plasma technology plays a central role in some of these processes. Vacuum valve development can thus provide significant support for progress. (5 min. read)

Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Art. 53 LR

Mini-LEDs instead of LEDs in flat panel displays have set a profound change in motion, and the next innovation is waiting in the wings: Micro-LEDs, a new challenge for VAT vacuum valves. \n(4 min. read)

With the new 06.3 Large Transfer Valve / Insert with TWINVAT, VAT offers an optimized version of its successful 06.1 series, especially for OLED, PVD and load-lock applications.\n\n(1 min. read)

With a 60% production increase this year, VAT Malaysia is considering to extend its capacity, to meet future demand. The driving force is increasing global demand for semiconductor manufacturing equipment and with it the demand for VAT high performance vacuum valves. (2 min. read)

VAT is being consistent in the implementation of its sustainability offensive and is once again sending a strong signal for renewable energies by switching to hydropower at its Haag site.\n\n(4 min. read)

VAT has been present in Japan for over three decades and now the move to Tokyo-Haneda is imminent. This important step will consolidate previously dispersed functions at one location, expand service capacities for the Japanese market and significantly improve services for our customers.\n\n(2 min. read)

To effectively combat the SARS-CoV-2 virus, like other viruses, it is necessary to first elicit structural information from the virus, particle accelerators with VAT technology help to do this.\n\n(5 min. read)