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Intevac Announces MATRIX Order for Fan-Out Applications in the Advanced Semiconductor Packaging Market

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Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVAC) announced an order for the INTEVAC MATRIX® PVD system aimed at fan-out applications in advanced semiconductor packaging. The order follows a successful evaluation program with an OSAT company completed in March 2021, with expected revenue recognition in Q1 2021. The MATRIX system offers reduced cost of ownership and flexibility for various substrate sizes, enhancing semiconductor device packaging efficiency. The company acknowledges overcoming pandemic-related challenges to achieve this milestone.

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  • Successful order for INTEVAC MATRIX PVD system enhances advanced semiconductor packaging capabilities.
  • Revenue from the order will be recognized in Q1 2021.
  • The MATRIX system offers significant cost advantages and flexibility for substrate handling.
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  • Potential risks include the failure to meet specifications, impacting financial results and stock price.

Intevac, Inc. (Nasdaq: IVAC), a leading supplier of thin-film processing systems, today announced an INTEVAC MATRIX® PVD order for fan-out applications in the advanced semiconductor packaging market. This order follows the successful completion of the fan-out evaluation program with a leading outsourced assembly and test company (OSAT) in March 2021, and the system will be both booked and recognized as revenue in the first quarter of 2021.

“The successful completion of the evaluation program, and subsequent purchase order and customer acceptance of the tool, is important validation that the MATRIX PVD fan-out wafer- and panel-level system meets the requirements for the next-generation advanced semiconductor packaging market,” commented Wendell Blonigan, president and chief executive officer of Intevac. “We are pleased to have surmounted pandemic-related challenges, including international travel restrictions, in order to complete the evaluation early in 2021 and book this first MATRIX PVD for advanced semiconductor packaging applications. On our last earnings call, our Q1 outlook was inclusive of the expectation of the program’s successful completion, and system acceptance, booking and revenue, and we are very pleased to announce that the system will be recorded in Q1.”

Semiconductor device packaging technology in general, and fan-out wafer-level packaging (FOWLP) / fan-out panel-level packaging (FOPLP) technology in particular, is being driven by the strong cost advantages these advanced packaging technologies offer over the expense of implementing continued Moore’s Law progress for sub-10nm semiconductor IC process nodes. Fan-out packaging provides for increased I/O (Input/Output) density for a given semiconductor device while simultaneously supporting smaller die sizes, thereby reducing the amount of space integrated circuit content occupies in handheld consumer electronic products, such as smartphones, wearables, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices.

The INTEVAC MATRIX® is a high-productivity, substrate-independent thin-film processing platform that is well-positioned for multiple fan-out packaging applications. The MATRIX Physical Vapor Deposition (PVD) system offers a much-reduced cost of ownership (COO) over the current PVD process tools being used for Redistribution Layer (RDL) barrier/seed layer applications, and also offers the flexibility to run multiple substrates on the same system, from wafer-level (round) substrates to panel-level (square or rectangular) substrates, which today are up to 600mm in size.

About Intevac

Intevac was founded in 1991 and has two businesses: Thin-film Equipment and Photonics.

In our Thin-film Equipment business, we are a leader in the design and development of high-productivity, thin-film processing systems. Our production-proven platforms are designed for high-volume manufacturing of substrates with precise thin film properties, such as the hard drive media, display cover panel, and solar photovoltaic markets we serve currently.

In our Photonics business, we are a recognized leading developer of advanced high-sensitivity digital sensors, cameras and systems that primarily serve the defense industry. We are the provider of integrated digital imaging systems for most U.S. military night vision programs.

For more information call 408-986-9888, or visit the Company's website at www.intevac.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release includes statements that constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Reform Act”). Intevac claims the protection of the safe-harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Reform Act. These forward-looking statements are often characterized by the terms “may,” “believes,” “projects,” “expects,” or “anticipates,” and do not reflect historical facts. Specific forward-looking statements contained in this press release include, but are not limited to; the timing of revenue recognition. The forward-looking statements contained herein involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from the company’s expectations. These risks include, but are not limited to: the failure to meet certain specifications, which could have a material impact on our business, our financial results, and the company's stock price. These risks and other factors are detailed in the Company’s periodic filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

FAQ

What is the significance of the INTEVAC MATRIX PVD order for IVAC?

The order validates the MATRIX system's capabilities for next-gen semiconductor packaging and is expected to enhance revenue.

When will Intevac recognize revenue from the MATRIX PVD system?

Revenue from the MATRIX PVD system will be recognized in the first quarter of 2021.

What challenges did Intevac overcome in securing the MATRIX PVD order?

Intevac overcame pandemic-related challenges, including international travel restrictions, during the evaluation program.

How does the MATRIX PVD system benefit semiconductor packaging?

The MATRIX PVD system reduces cost of ownership and offers flexibility for various substrate sizes, improving packaging efficiency.

What are the risks associated with the MATRIX PVD order for IVAC?

Risks include the potential failure to meet specifications, which could negatively impact business and stock performance.

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