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Ichor Expands Precision Machining Capability Through Acquisition of Mexico Division of CR Machine

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Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: ICHR) has successfully acquired the Nogales, Mexico division of CR Machine, a strategic move aimed at enhancing its semiconductor component capabilities. The acquisition closed on December 1st and was financed using cash reserves. The Mexico division, generating under $10 million in year-to-date revenues, specializes in precision-machined components crucial for the semiconductor market. CEO Jeff Andreson highlighted the acquisition's alignment with Ichor's goal of expanding its market presence and product offerings.

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  • Acquisition aligns with strategic objectives to grow components segments.
  • Enhances capabilities in precision-machined components for semiconductor capital equipment.
  • Expands geographic footprint and customer base.
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FREMONT, Calif.--()--Ichor Holdings, Ltd. (NASDAQ: ICHR), a leader in the design, engineering, and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment, today announced that it has acquired the Nogales, Mexico division of Massachusetts-based CR Machine for an undisclosed amount. The acquisition, which closed on December 1st, was financed with cash on hand.

CR Machine’s Mexico division, which has year-to-date revenues less than $10 million, primarily provides precision-machined components supporting the semiconductor capital equipment market.

“We are very pleased to announce the closing of this acquisition, which supports our strategic objective to grow the components segments of our business,” said Jeff Andreson, chief executive officer of Ichor. “Being a well-established provider of precision-machined components, CR Machine’s Mexico division is a great fit with our capabilities and our key M&A strategies: to acquire businesses that expand our served markets, capabilities, and product portfolio, as well as expand our customer and geographic footprint.”

About Ichor Holdings

We are a leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of critical fluid delivery subsystems and components for semiconductor capital equipment. Our product offerings include gas and chemical delivery subsystems, collectively known as fluid delivery subsystems, which are key elements of the process tools used in the manufacturing of semiconductor devices. Our gas delivery subsystems deliver, monitor and control precise quantities of the specialized gases used in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as etch and deposition. Our chemical delivery subsystems precisely blend and dispense the reactive liquid chemistries used in semiconductor manufacturing processes such as chemical-mechanical planarization, electroplating, and cleaning. We also manufacture precision-machined components, weldments, and proprietary products for use in fluid delivery systems for direct sales to our customers, as well as certain components for internal use in fluid delivery systems and for direct sales to our customers. This vertically-integrated portion of our business is primarily focused on metal and plastic parts that are used in gas and chemical systems, respectively. We are headquartered in Fremont, CA. ichorsystems.com.

Contacts

Larry Sparks, CFO 510-897-5200
Claire McAdams, IR & Strategic Initiatives 530-265-9899
IR@ichorsystems.com

FAQ

What is the strategic significance of Ichor's acquisition of CR Machine's Mexico division?

The acquisition supports Ichor's objective to enhance its components segments and expand its market presence.

What are the expected revenue contributions from CR Machine's Mexico division?

The Mexico division has year-to-date revenues of less than $10 million.

How was the acquisition of CR Machine's Mexico division financed?

The acquisition was financed using Ichor's cash on hand.

When did Ichor close the acquisition of CR Machine’s Mexico division?

The acquisition closed on December 1st.

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