Framework Experience

Framework-Flexible Semiconductor Software Development

Framework-flexible development using Cimetrix products, PEER Group EIB OEM, KodeGEM DDL, or an existing Windows equipment-software architecture.

The framework is selected around the equipment, existing licenses, factory interfaces, lifecycle, and long-term support strategy—not around a forced migration.

Verified Options

Commercial Products, KodeGEM DDL & Existing Software

The entries below describe supplied project experience. They are not vendor relationship or certification claims.

Cimetrix Software Products

Cimetrix

Project experience with PDF Solutions’ Cimetrix equipment-software products for Tool Control Software and factory communication.

  • CIMControlFramework
  • CIMConnect
  • CIM300
  • CIMPortal
  • Sapience / Interface A
  • New equipment-software development
  • Extension of existing Cimetrix applications

PEER Group EIB OEM

EIB OEM

Project experience implementing equipment connectivity and factory-host communication with PEER Group EIB OEM.

  • Equipment-to-host connectivity
  • SECS/GEM
  • GEM300
  • Factory Host integration
  • Equipment communication interfaces
  • Existing EIB implementation support

KodeGEM Device Driver Library

DDL

A project-backed library of real-world-tested equipment drivers used with Cimetrix CCF, PEER Group EIB OEM, or standalone Windows solutions.

  • Robots and prealigners
  • FOUP interfaces and sensors
  • PLCs and mass flow controllers
  • Spin coaters and ovens
  • Stage controllers
  • Cameras

Existing and Legacy Software

Extend, troubleshoot, or modernize established equipment software without forcing an unnecessary rewrite or framework migration.

  • Existing C# and .NET systems
  • Legacy C++ applications
  • MFC and older Windows architectures
  • VB and Pascal codebases
  • Incremental modernization
  • Protocol and integration upgrades

Framework and platform selection depends on the customer’s existing licenses, technical requirements, equipment lifecycle, internal expertise, and factory-integration needs. Third-party product names identify project experience and do not imply endorsement, certification, partnership, or reseller status.

Project Application

Framework Choices in Approved Public Projects

Named clients appear where approved; other client names display as “On Request.” Only non-confidential framework and scope details are shown.

On Request

R&D Die Bonder

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • EFEM software and integration
  • Equipment workflow design
  • Drivers for experimental components
  • Vision pattern-recognition software

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM

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On Request

300 mm Backside Mini Track

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • Full-system Tool Control Software
  • Existing software modernization
  • Cimetrix CIMControlFramework implementation
  • Multiple robot and process-module integration

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM

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On Request

Wafer Bow Metrology Module

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • Complete Tool Control Software
  • Measurement algorithms
  • Python-to-C# algorithm modernization
  • Integrated metrology communications

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM, E127

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On Request

Advanced Dual-Head Exposure Unit

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • C++-to-C# software modernization
  • EFEM software development
  • Integrated measurement module communications
  • Equipment integration support

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM, E127

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On Request

Mini Track Software Modernization

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • Complete Tool Control Software rewrite
  • Cimetrix CIMControlFramework implementation
  • Equipment-driver development
  • Process-module and flipper-station integration

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM

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NXQ Inc.

NXQ8300 Next-Generation Software Platform

Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

  • Software architecture
  • Tool Control Software development
  • Framework replacement
  • SECS/GEM integration through Cimetrix CIMControlFramework

Project standards: Core SECS/GEM

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Milara Inc.

Black Crystal Semiconductor Tool Software Framework

.NET, WPF, and PEER Group EIB OEM

  • Framework architecture
  • .NET and WPF development
  • Equipment and device integration
  • SECS/GEM integration through PEER Group EIB OEM

Project standards: E95, E40, E87, E94

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Project-Backed Standards

Standards Experience with Identified Project Evidence

This initial matrix is intentionally limited to standards tied to supplied project evidence. It does not claim every possible standard or reproduce SEMI standard text.

StandardCapability areaEvidence statusPublic evidence note
SEMI E127Integrated measurement module communicationsProject experienceProject-backed implementation evidence is held confidentially.
SEMI E95Human-interface integrationProject experienceImplemented as part of the Black Crystal Tool Control Software framework.
SEMI E40Process job managementProject experienceImplemented as part of the Black Crystal Tool Control Software framework.
SEMI E87Carrier managementProject experienceImplemented as part of the Black Crystal Tool Control Software framework.
SEMI E94Control job managementProject experienceImplemented as part of the Black Crystal Tool Control Software framework.

Applicable standards depend on the equipment type, factory requirements, and project scope. Additional standards will be added only after their public evidence status is reviewed.

Third-Party Product Disclaimer

Framework and platform selection depends on the customer’s existing licenses, technical requirements, equipment lifecycle, internal expertise, and factory-integration needs. Third-party product names identify project experience and do not imply endorsement, certification, partnership, or reseller status.