Facility Description:
GlobalWafers in Sherman, Texas, is a major semiconductor manufacturing facility focused on the production of silicon wafers, which are essential components in the fabrication of integrated circuits and various electronic devices. The campus spans over 60 acres and includes a series of highly specialized buildings, such as clean rooms, manufacturing plants, research and development labs, and administrative offices. The facility is equipped with advanced production systems, including high-purity manufacturing environments and precise climate control systems necessary for semiconductor fabrication. The central plant at the Sherman facility has a cooling capacity of approximately 3,000 tons, ensuring that the delicate manufacturing processes are maintained within strict temperature and humidity tolerances. The facility, originally established in the 1980s and expanded over the years, plays a critical role in the global supply chain for semiconductor materials.
Timberlake & Dickson Scope:
Timberlake & Dickson was responsible for furnishing and coordinating the installation of multiple plate heat exchangers for the cooling systems at the GlobalWafers silicon wafer manufacturing facility. This work involved selecting heat exchangers that met the specific thermal transfer needs of the facility, ensuring compatibility with other systems, and overseeing their installation to maintain the precise temperature control required for semiconductor production. The scope of work included rigorous testing and commissioning to verify performance, along with providing comprehensive documentation and training to ensure the facility’s staff could effectively manage and maintain the equipment.
Notable facts:
The Sherman facility is a crucial part of the global semiconductor supply chain, producing high-quality silicon wafers used by leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide.
