Lam Research Corporation

Lam Research Corporation is a leading American technology company specializing in the design and manufacture of wafer-fabrication equipment and related services for the semiconductor industry. Founded in 1980 and headquartered in Fremont, California, it serves as a critical supplier to major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide. Its advanced equipment is primarily used in front-end wafer processing, which constructs active components and wiring essential to semiconductor devices such as transistors and capacitors. Lam Research also produces tools for back-end wafer-level packaging and related technology markets including microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) and optoelectronics. Known for its strong engineering and innovation culture, the company plays an essential role in enabling the miniaturization and enhanced performance of electronic chips, supporting the broader silicon roadmap. Its technologies contribute to the production of cutting-edge memory components, logic devices, sensors, and other semiconductor applications, positioning it as a foundational enabler of the global semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem.