Automation on Existing Systems

Kumamoto Semiconductor Cluster ManufacturingKeep 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%

残り79.6%

Economic Impact (Kumamoto, 10 yrs)

11.2T yen

4.3
2022
6.9
2023
11.2
2024

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?

Challenge

You need quality data and traceability, but are unsure how to get there

Business riskHigh
Challenge

Collecting data from legacy or manually operated equipment is difficult

VisibilityNot started
Challenge

Connecting equipment to MES and upper systems is hard

In-house effortDifficult
Challenge

Reports and inspection certificates take far too long to create

WorkloadHeavy
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Our Business

BUSINESS

We advance automation by building on the equipment and systems you already have

Challenge → Solution

Equipment not connected to upper systems
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Equipment & System Integration
No visibility into legacy equipment
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Equipment Monitoring & Visibility
Always reacting to equipment trouble
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Predictive Maintenance & Anomaly Detection
Customer quality requirements
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Traceability
Time-consuming documents
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AI Document Automation
System build through to operations
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FAB System Development & Operation

Why Choose techandchips

01

No-touch deployment

Free consultation → single-machine pilot → phased expansion

A zero-risk start that never stops your line

02

Built on existing systems

We layer on top of your MES and EAP — no replacement

Your current assets keep working for you

03

AI-driven engineering

AI streamlines everything from EAP build and integration to operations

Compliant with SEMI standards (SECS/GEM, OPC UA)

04

Speed and cost

MVP in 2-3 months, priced for SMEs to adopt

Start small, confirm results, then scale

Implementation Process

Estimated implementation timeline

💬01

Free Consultation

We listen to your challenges and goals

30+ min online

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Single-Machine Pilot

Validate the impact on one machine first

~1 month

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Phased Rollout

Expand across the line and integrate with existing systems

2-6 months

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Operations & Support (SM)

Ongoing operation and maintenance after deployment

Maintenance plans available

Short (~1 month)
Mid (1-3 months)
Long (3+ months)

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.