Ultra-Precise Asset Tracking in Semiconductor Manufacturing
High-Precision Asset Tracking in Semiconductor Manufacturing
How a leading semiconductor manufacturer in Taiwan achieved chip-level visibility using Browan’s UWB-based High-Precision Tracking Solution
🧭 Overview
Industry: Semiconductor Manufacturing
Region: Taiwan
Use Case: Asset Tracking Across Production & Test Zones
Technology Used: Ultra-Wideband (UWB)
Deployed Devices: Asset Tags + UWB Indoor Gateways
Integration: ERP & MES platforms
Site Area: ~40,000 m²
💡 The Challenge
This semiconductor facility in Taiwan was dealing with one of the industry's most frustrating bottlenecks: asset misplacement during multi-stage production. The issues included:
- Lost or delayed chip carriers during inter-zone transfers
- Time-consuming manual audits and search processes
- No real-time traceability within cleanroom environments
- Need for sub-meter accuracy without introducing Wi-Fi or cellular interference
“Traditional asset tracking was too imprecise for our wafer production—and too invasive for our cleanroom.”
🛠️ The Solution:
UWB-Based High-Precision Asset Tracking System
Browan deployed its High-Precision Tracking Solution, purpose-built with only two components for maximum efficiency and minimal disruption:
- UWB Asset Tags attached to high-value chip carriers and containers
- Indoor UWB Gateways installed across cleanroom zones and transit points
Data was fed directly into a centralized tracking platform integrated with the customer’s ERP and MES systems, enabling live traceability without changing existing workflows.
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✅ The Results:
- Substantial reduction in asset search time
- Smooth inter-zone chip flow
- On-time test schedule adherence
- Faster incident resolution for traceability audits
🔍 Why UWB Was the Perfect Fit
|
Feature |
Benefit |
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Centimeter-Level Accuracy |
Track chip carriers with 0.3–0.5m precision |
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Real-Time Updates |
Instant status during hand-offs and zone transitions |
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Low Interference |
Dedicated UWB band ensures cleanroom compliance |
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ERP/MES Integration |
Direct data feed for system-wide visibility |
🛡️ Deployment Snapshot
|
Element |
Details |
|
Hardware |
Asset Tags + Indoor UWB Gateways |
|
Accuracy |
0.3 to 0.5 meters |
|
Deployment Time |
8 - 10 days |
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Integration |
ERP & MES systems via API |
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Estimated Cost |
~US$150K (based on 100 tracked assets/site) |
📞 Want to Track High-Value Assets with Centimeter Accuracy?
Whether you’re managing wafers, testing modules, or other sensitive components, Browan’s minimalist UWB solution gets you up and running—without disrupting cleanrooms or production systems.
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