CUSTOMER STORY
UNI Semiconductor:
Transforming Smart Factory Operations with Timeplus
UNI Semiconductor, a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, recently expanded its operations by launching a state-of-the-art factory designed to provide outsourcing services to clients worldwide.
To achieve top-tier production efficiency and maintain a high level of customer satisfaction, UNI Semiconductor required an advanced monitoring system capable of delivering real-time insights directly to both internal factory managers and external customers.
This system was vital for ensuring that all stakeholders could access real-time data and alerts without the need for manual status updates. The primary objectives were to increase factory yield, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall profitability.
REQUIREMENTS
UNI Semiconductor identified several critical requirements for their monitoring and analytics system:
Real-time Parsing, Querying, and Alerting
The system needed to handle mask production process data in real time, ensuring that any issues could be identified and addressed immediately.
Sub-Second Query Performance
The ability to execute sub-second queries on annual production data was essential for maintaining operational efficiency.
Seamless Integration
The system had to integrate application data and production process data from the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) in real time.
Unified Data Storage
Both streaming and historical data needed to be stored within the same platform for ongoing analysis and reporting.
Downstream Data Transfer
Historical data had to be transferred to a downstream database using Clickhouse for in-depth analysis.
Automated Yield Deviation Alerts
The system needed to automatically alert managers to any deviations in yield, enabling quick corrective actions to optimize production efficiency.
During the evaluation phase, UniSemiconductor assessed various platforms, including Splunk. Ultimately, Timeplus was chosen for its outstanding performance, delivering a 60x improvement in processing speed for large streaming production data compared to other solutions.
Timeplus' SQL-based query language also made it highly accessible and straightforward to adopt. Additionally, Timeplus Connectors and its native integration with Clickhouse allowed UNI Semiconductor to seamlessly integrate it into their existing tools.
The Timeplus Solution
To address UNI Semiconductor's specific needs,