New training centre
ASML have opened a $72m North American Training Centre near its US headquarters in Tempe AZ. The 10,000m2 facility is equipped with class 100 cleanroom space, 23 classrooms and three computer labs. The centre is expected to bring more than 4000 visitors to the area during its first year of service. The facility is designed to train more than 16,000 people per year when it reaches full capacity. A team of 31 instructors will offer 145 courses on track and lithography tools, including those used in 300mm manufacturing.