ABOUT US RECEIVE SEND REQUEST OUR PROJECTS VACANCIES EXHIBITIONS SITE MAP CONTACTS VACUUM TECHNOLOGY BLM Synergy Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum History of Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum Centrotherm clean solution WIKA (DH-Budenberg) Fogale nanotech MKS Instruments Oxford Instruments (Austin Scientific) Pfeiffer Vacuum Streicher TEST EQUIPMENT EQUIPMENT VACUUM-PRESSURE SERVICE Home > VACUUM TECHNOLOGY > Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum Since 2011, the Adixen company has become part of the German company Pfeiffer Vacuum, thereby becoming the world leader in vacuum technology manufacturers. For a more detailed acquaintance with the Pfeiffer Vacuum and ADIXEN by Pfeiffer Vacuum technique, please go to the company section at this link. History of Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum The Adixen company started its activity in 1952 , and in 2011 , it was acquired and became part of the Pfeiffer Vacuum company (Germany). In 1952 , SACM - Society of Elsasca de Construction Mechanic - based in Graffenstaden, a plant from the National Defense, chooses the city of Annecy France to locate its production there. In 1961 , the plant, which then employed about 400 people, decided to use its technological potential (precision mechanics and quality electronics) in a different direction, in the design and manufacture of vacuum pumps for industry. Two years later, SACM was renamed ALCATEL. In the same year, the company introduced the first vacuum pump. Very soon, vacuum pumps manufactured in Annecy were used in many branches of French industry. Having achieved success in France, in 1964 the company opens a commercial branch in Germany in Wertheim, and in 1969 , it buys out the first French manufacturer of foreline pumps, the Beaudoin society. At the same time, Alcatel invents the first driven vane pump with a rotor rotating at 1500 rpm. In addition, the company develops its first helium leak detector and introduces it to the market in 1966 . In 1971, a project was launched for the production of turbomolecular pumps with gas bearings. Alcatel competes with the United States for the quality of its products and its ability to respond quickly to market needs. In 1972 she opens a sales subsidiary in Boston, USA. In the same year, the company starts selling its products to Japan through the Japanese company Anelva Corporation. 1978 Alcatel introduced its first 450 l / s turbo-molecular pump, and in 1983 its one hundred thousandth pump. In 1980 , the company develops its first silicon plasma etching machine for the semiconductor industry. Following the success, a second plant is built to produce SDG systems. This plant employs about 250 people. In 1985A joint venture between Alcatel and Canon is created in Japan in Tokyo. The enterprise is called Alcatel Canon Technology (Alcantech), and will exist until 2000. The 90s are years of reorientation of activities, growth and strengthening of the image. 1992 marked the release of the first Alcatel Dry pump (ADP 80). Through the achievements of this product, Alcatel has established itself as a major player in the semiconductor industry. At the same time, Alcatel is strengthening its position in this market with its new model of leak detector and its first magnetic suspension turbo-molecular pump. To maintain and increase its success, the company is increasing its vacuum research and manufacturing costs to meet the growing demands of the semiconductor industry. In addition, the company is expanding its global coverage by establishing subsidiaries in Europe (in England in 1990 , in Italy in 1992 a year) and in Asia (Japan in 1993 year, in Korea in 1995 a year), and then opens in 2001 , the two subsidiaries in Taiwan and Singapore. In 1999 , Alcatel Vacuum Technology decides to strengthen its presence in the scientific industry. The introduction of the ACP range of small dry pumps (ACP) and the sales success of magnetic suspension turbomolecular pumps to new markets strengthens the company's position in the world. The company occupies a solid position in the industry (analytical instruments, applied research, space, aviation, automotive and others). In 2002 , the Micro Machining Systems division launched two new productions of silicon deep etching equipment for MEMS (Micro Electro-Mechanical Systems). In 2004 , the Alcatel group decides to make telecommunications its core business (Alcatel Vacuum Technology), and for the vacuum technology business is renamed into a new trademark "Adixen". International development continues with the opening of a China branch in Shanghai. The creation of Alcatel Micro Machining Systems will take place in 2006 . This branch focuses on deep etching. This activity will be transferred in 2008 to Tegal (USA). At the same time, Adixen develops its vacuum activities for the production of photovoltaic cells and makes its first commercial successes with dry pumps, magnetic suspension turbomolecular pumps and helium leak detectors among the world's major players. In 2008, the company inaugurates its Scandinavian subsidiary. In addition, it introduced to the market two systems (APA: Adixen Pod Analyzer and APR: Adixen Pod Regenerator) aimed at solving analysis problems and wafer contamination during processes in semiconductor manufacturing. In 2009 , a branch was opened in India. In the same year, despite a severe crisis in the semiconductor industry, Adixen maintains its industrial and human potential thanks to its flexible management and prepares for a rapid recovery in the coming months. During this period, she introduces the ecological concept "Green Lab Fab". This concept aims in particular at reducing energy requirements. Sustainability is a key element of the Adixen Vacuum Products corporate culture. At the end of 2010 , Pfeiffer Vacuum, Germany, which owns the invention of the world's first turbomolecular pump, acquires Adixen Vacuum Technology together with its subsidiaries. With complementary product lines, the Pfeiffer Vacuum AG group is a leader in the international vacuum market, with the widest range of vacuum solutions and leak monitoring systems. 2011 opens a new page in the history of vacuum technology and in the life of the company. About Pfeiffer Vacuum Pfeiffer Vacuum (PFV, ISIN DE0006916604) является ведущим мировым поставщиком решений для вакуумной техники. С момента изобретения турбо-молекулярного насоса Pfeiffer Vacuum, компания разработала инновационные высокотехнологичные продукты для следующих отраслей: аналитика, исследования и разработки, вакуумной, полупроводниковой и других отраслей промышленности. Основанная в 1890 году, компания Pfeiffer Vacuum сегодня занимает лидирующее положение в мире. В компании работает около 2300 сотрудников более чем в 20 филиалах по всему миру. История Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum тел.: [495] 781-39-39 факс: [495] 781-35-91 Adixen by Pfeiffer Vacuum - backing pumps, Roots pumps, high-vacuum turbomolecular pumps, pumping stations, helium leak detectors, valves and gates, vacuum fittings, moisture sensors for freeze drying