Kumamoto Semiconductor Cluster Manufacturing
Keep the line running. Keep your equipment.Automation can still begin.
Equipment & System Integration (EAP/MES) | Legacy Equipment Visibility | Traceability | AI Document Automation
Start risk-free with a free consultation and a single-machine pilot.
Kumamoto Semiconductor Cluster
KUMAMOTO
AI Adoption (SMEs)
20.4%
Economic Impact (Kumamoto, 10 yrs)
11.2T yen
— Kyushu FG estimates over time
Related Jobs (Projected)
10,000+
* From 2024-2026 surveys: Kyushu FG, DBJ, Kyushu Economic Research, SME Support Japan
Turn this momentous change into your tailwind.
Do You Face These Challenges?
You need quality data and traceability, but are unsure how to get there
Collecting data from legacy or manually operated equipment is difficult
Connecting equipment to MES and upper systems is hard
Reports and inspection certificates take far too long to create
Our Business
BUSINESS
We advance automation by building on the equipment and systems you already have
Challenge → Solution
Equipment & System Integration
Translating equipment language into your production systems
Equipment Monitoring & Visibility
See your factory in real time, without touching the equipment
Predictive Maintenance & Anomaly Detection
Predict trouble through data and pattern analysis
Traceability
Fully meet your customers' quality requirements
AI Document Automation
Dramatically reduce report and certificate creation
FAB System Development & Operation
EAP, MES, and EES — built and operated, end to end
Why Choose techandchips
No-touch deployment
Free consultation → single-machine pilot → phased expansion
A zero-risk start that never stops your line
Built on existing systems
We layer on top of your MES and EAP — no replacement
Your current assets keep working for you
AI-driven engineering
AI streamlines everything from EAP build and integration to operations
Compliant with SEMI standards (SECS/GEM, OPC UA)
Speed and cost
MVP in 2-3 months, priced for SMEs to adopt
Start small, confirm results, then scale
Implementation Process
Estimated implementation timeline
Free Consultation
We listen to your challenges and goals
30+ min online
Single-Machine Pilot
Validate the impact on one machine first
~1 month
Phased Rollout
Expand across the line and integrate with existing systems
2-6 months
Operations & Support (SM)
Ongoing operation and maintenance after deployment
Maintenance plans available
FAQ
Company & Services
Common questions we receive before engagement
What is techandchips?
We help manufacturers in the Kumamoto semiconductor cluster automate their factories by building on the equipment and systems they already have. Based in Fukuoka and Kumamoto, we provide end-to-end services: equipment and system integration (EAP/MES), equipment visibility and predictive maintenance, traceability, AI document automation, and FAB system development and operation (SI/SM).
Do you have a track record in the semiconductor field?
Our engineering team and partner network have accumulated many years of collaboration experience in FAB automation and system development with major semiconductor manufacturers, including H and S. We bring that expertise to manufacturers in the Kumamoto semiconductor cluster, adapted to the realities of their factory floors.
What companies do you serve?
We're open to consulting with companies of any size. Our approach starts with an open dialogue about your site conditions and challenges, then together we explore what kind of approach fits best. Manufacturers related to the Kumamoto semiconductor cluster are our main focus, but company size itself is not a constraint.
How long does implementation typically take?
We work through four stages: free consultation → proposal & quote → development & deployment → operations & support. We recommend starting small and expanding step by step as results are confirmed. Specific timelines are adjusted based on project scale.
Can implementation be funded through subsidies?
Yes. We guide you through the programs available for your situation — such as the Monozukuri Subsidy, the Business Restructuring Subsidy, and Kumamoto Prefecture's semiconductor-related support programs — and use AI to assist with preparing the application documents. Beyond subsidies, we also work with you on approaches that keep costs as low as possible, such as phased rollouts and making the most of your existing equipment.
How do you differ from large SI vendors?
The biggest difference: we don't assume packaged products or system replacement. We build automation on top of the equipment and systems you already have. We also work agile — shaping things quickly from a small starting point — with pricing designed to be viable even for small and mid-sized manufacturers.
Can we also consult you about RISC-V migration?
Yes. For migration to the open RISC-V architecture — typically to reduce ARM licensing costs — we offer individual consultation covering everything from current-state analysis to migration planning.
Ready to start automating — with the factory you already have?
Reach out anytime for a no-obligation conversation.