Hi everyone! This is Cheng Ting-Fang, your #techAsia host this week.
Greetings from the “Silicon Desert” of Arizona, where I have had the rare opportunity to visit Intel’s newest and most advanced facility. Known as Fab 52, it has just begun production of the world’s most cutting-edge chips, marking a key milestone for the American chipmaker’s tech comeback bid.
Suiting up in a cleanroom gown was an experience. It started with a shower cap, then a full head cover that also covered my nose and mouth. Two pairs of gloves, one rubber and one cotton, to fully seal my hands were followed by shoe covers, cleanroom boots and protective eyewear. This provides a glimpse into the daily routine of a technician working on an ultra-advanced production line. And keep in mind, workers need to wear this gear the entirety of their 12-hour shifts.