Henkel Beiz und Elektropoliertechnik GmbH & Co KG
Various plants
About HENKEL
HENKEL specializes in the electrochemical processing of stainless steels, offering functional surfaces tailored for demanding industries. With over forty years of expertise, the company has established itself as a partner for applications requiring high-purity and precision, particularly within the semiconductor sector.
Specialized Services for Semiconductors
A core offering for the semiconductor industry is electropolishing, which creates ultra-clean, particle-free, and corrosion-resistant stainless steel surfaces. This process is crucial for piping and evacuation systems where even minimal particles can compromise wafer integrity. HENKEL's electropolished UHP (Ultra High Purity) surfaces exhibit low topographical expansion, optimal morphology, and a low energy level structure, leading to superior absorption behavior for gas media changes and reduced moisture deposits. The company also offers Andodic Cleaning, primarily for deposit removal, in contrast to electropolishing's comprehensive surface improvement. These processes ensure that stainless steel tubing and fittings complement purifier and gas filter systems both technically and economically.
Technical Excellence and Quality Assurance
HENKEL's surfaces meet stringent SEMI application criteria for High Purity (HP) and Ultra High Purity (UHP), with detailed specifications for defects, Cr/Fe ratios, and oxide thickness. They can also achieve AM acceptance criteria. The company provides clean room cleaning in ISO classes 4, 5, and 7, ensuring components undergo final cleaning with defined media and are sealed under fully controlled conditions, utilizing DI water rinsing and N2 5.0 drying. Quality assurance includes surface roughness measurement, visual inspection (with UV light), residual moisture measurement, and particle measurement in gas flow. HENKEL handles various tube dimensions, including fix lengths (19-26 ft), coil tubing (up to 100 ft), and internal EP for diameters starting from ID 2 mm.
Advantages and Global Presence
Key advantages of partnering with HENKEL include their extensive experience, customized processing specifications, compliance with relevant SEMI standards (e.g., F73, F60, F17), and ISO 14001 and 9001 certifications. They provide comprehensive surface treatment documentation and serve well-known customers in the semiconductor industry. HENKEL operates across multiple locations, including Germany (Ostfildern), Austria (Waidhofen / Thaya), and Hungary, demonstrating a strong regional and international presence.
