Project Overview:
GlobalWafers USA (GWA), a subsidiary of the Taiwan-based global semiconductor silicon wafer company, completed construction on a first-of-its-kind manufacturing plant in North Texas for production of 300-millimeter silicon wafers, with the first customer shipment occurring early in spring 2025. This plant is the largest facility of its kind in the country and will receive more than $400 million of U.S. CHIPS and Science Act funding to revitalize domestic manufacturing and strengthen the American supply chain. From October 2022 to 2025, TD’s Process Solutions team worked on the GWA project spanning more than 1.4 million square feet of its facility.
Market
- Manufacturing
- Industrial
Location
Sherman, Texas
Services Provided
- Process Piping
- Manufacturing
Project Size
More than 1.4 million square feet
Project Complexity
TD’s project scope involves piping and process systems work in five production categories: specialty gases, chemicals, slurry, bulk gases and compressed dry air (CDA). In addition to piping, TD worked with GWA and manufacturers to procure and install equipment for the base build systems. All aspects are part of the intricate and detailed process to create a perfect, sterile surface for the customer to build the finished wafer product. TD’s team used VDC to model 36,000 linear feet of stainless-steel pipe and tubing for the specialty gases, bulk gases and CDA. The primary role of CDA within this massive plant is valve actuation and automation of controlled processing tools. Additionally, TD also installed 34,000 linear feet of PVC and polypropylene piping for chemicals and slurries. Using 10 to 15 types of materials, TD has helped procure and install piping throughout the project’s phases. Meeting all deadlines, TD’s team overcame procurement and supply chain challenges, while adhering to additional safety requirements.