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FormFactor Adds Dilution Refrigeration (DR) Systems Critical for Quantum Computer Deployment

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Thursday, June 9, 2022
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These systems are capable of cooling to the ultra-low sub-10 millikelvin, temperatures required for operation of superconducting quantum computers.

Key Points: 
  • These systems are capable of cooling to the ultra-low sub-10 millikelvin, temperatures required for operation of superconducting quantum computers.
  • FormFactor is contributing to the development of the quantum ecosystem, which requires overcoming technological hurdles, creating robust supply chains, and, ultimately, addressing needs and growing markets.
  • To learn more about FormFactors new dilution refrigeration products and other cryogenic systems, visit https://www.formfactor.com/products/quantum-cryo .
  • FormFactors leading-edge probe stations, probes, probe cards, optical metrology and inspection, advanced thermal subsystems, and quantum cryogenic systems deliver precision accuracy and superior performance.

SEEQC Deploys FormFactor’s Qubit Pre-screening Solution to Speed Quantum Computing Development

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ:FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, today announced that SEEQC, the Digital Quantum Computing company, has deployed FormFactors recently announced integrated measurement solution to markedly expedite its quantum computing research and development program.

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., June 02, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ:FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, today announced that SEEQC, the Digital Quantum Computing company, has deployed FormFactors recently announced integrated measurement solution to markedly expedite its quantum computing research and development program.
  • SEEQC combines classical and quantum technologies to address the efficiency, stability and cost issues endemic to quantum computing systems.
  • SEEQCs quantum system provides the energy- and cost-efficiency, speed and digital control required to make quantum computing useful and bring the first commercially-scalable, problem-specific quantum computing applications to market.
  • SEEQCs team of executives and scientists have deep expertise and experience in commercial superconductive computing solutions and quantum computing.

FormFactor, Inc. Announces $75 Million Stock Repurchase Authorization

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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(Nasdaq: FORM) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a $75 million stock repurchase authorization.

Key Points: 
  • (Nasdaq: FORM) today announced that its Board of Directors approved a $75 million stock repurchase authorization.
  • The company is authorized to repurchase up to $75 million of common stock; this authorization is in addition to the remaining balance under the existing repurchase program authorized in October 2020, which expires October 28, 2022.
  • This new stock repurchase authorization will expire May 20, 2024, and may be suspended, modified or discontinued at any time.
  • Under the new repurchase authorization, repurchases may be made both in the open market and through privately negotiated transactions.

FormFactor Announces Participation at Upcoming Conferences

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Thursday, May 19, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc.(Nasdaq: FORM) is pleased to announce its participation in the following investor conferences:

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., May 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc.(Nasdaq: FORM) is pleased to announce its participation in the following investor conferences:
    The public is invited to listen to a live webcast ofFormFactor'spresentations, which can be accessed from the investors' section of the company's website at www.formfactor.com .
  • Replay of the webcast will also be available at www.formfactor.com .
  • FormFactor, Inc.(NASDAQ: FORM), is a leading provider of essential test and measurement technologies along the full IC life cycle - from metrology and inspection, characterization, modeling, reliability, and design de-bug, to qualification and production test.
  • Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge.

Keysight, FormFactor, DMPI and VDI Join Forces to Deliver a New 170 GHz / 220 GHz Broadband Vector Network Analysis Solution

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Tuesday, May 24, 2022
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Keysight, FormFactor, DMPI and VDI have jointly developed this new VNA solution to provide on-wafer millimeter-wave component characterization under various conditions.

Key Points: 
  • Keysight, FormFactor, DMPI and VDI have jointly developed this new VNA solution to provide on-wafer millimeter-wave component characterization under various conditions.
  • The fully integrated solution is comprised of:
    Keysights N5291A 125 GHz broadband VNA a single-sweep solution with compact frequency extenders, that delivers accurate leveled power.
  • VDIs specially designed sub-THz frequency extenders which allows for high accuracy measurement of on-wafer device under tests from 900 Hz to 170 GHz or 220 GHz in a single frequency sweep.
  • Through close collaboration, we can now provide customers an integrated solution that allows continuous broadband sweeps up to 220 GHz.

QED-C® Announces Four Projects Designed to Advance Cryogenics for Quantum Information Science and Technology

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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MENLO PARK, Calif., May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C), managed by SRI International, in strategic partnership with the U.S. Department of Commerce's National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), today announced a $2.3 million research program to advance cryogenic technologies that will enable innovation in quantum information science and technology (QIST). The program aims to address gaps identified by QED-C members as barriers to progress in applications of QIST for computing, networking and communication and sensing.

Key Points: 
  • "QED-C plans for additional research opportunities for consortium members in the coming year in an effort to remove further barriers and enable advances in quantum technology and applications."
  • The program consists of four projects that will be led by QED-C member companies, FormFactor, Inc., Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation, Quantum Opus, LLC.
  • and Triton Systems, Inc.
    FormFactor will develop a novel load lock designed to dramatically reduce the time required to test quantum chips.
  • Triton Systems will demonstrate a multi-stage modified Collins cycle cryocooler to provide cooling at 4K for components and systems that enable quantum information science and technology (QIST).

FormFactor Again Named One of THE BEST Suppliers in the Semiconductor Industry

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Wednesday, May 18, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, announced that it has been named a 10 BEST and THE BEST Supplier in TechInsights customer satisfaction survey (previously the VLSIResearch customer satisfaction survey), with five-of-five stars in three categories;

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., May 18, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, announced that it has been named a 10 BEST and THE BEST Supplier in TechInsights customer satisfaction survey (previously the VLSIResearch customer satisfaction survey), with five-of-five stars in three categories;
    10 BEST Focused Suppliers of Semiconductor Equipment,
    THE BEST Suppliers of Test Equipment, and
    THE BEST Suppliers of Test Subsystems.
  • The results mark nine consecutive years that FormFactor has been selected in THE BEST Suppliers of Test Subsystems which includes manufacturers of probe cards, test sockets, and device interface boards.
  • FormFactor ranked number one in both the 10 Best Focused Suppliers of Semiconductor Equipment and THE BEST Suppliers of Test Equipment.
  • Customers give FormFactor high rankings for partnering and trust in FormFactors ability to protect their uptime, said G. Dan Hutcheson, Vice Chair, TechInsights.

FormFactor Earns Intel’s 2022 EPIC Distinguished Supplier Award

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Monday, April 25, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., April 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, announced today that it has earned Intels EPIC Distinguished Supplier Award.

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., April 25, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, announced today that it has earned Intels EPIC Distinguished Supplier Award.
  • As one of only 26 Distinguished Supplier Award recipients across the Intel global supply chain, FormFactor has been crucial to Intels success while offering agility and flexibility during the ongoing volatile supply chain environment, said Keyvan Esfarjani, EVP and Chief Global Operations Officer at Intel.
  • The EPIC Distinguished Award is the second-highest honor a supplier can achieve.
  • To qualify for an Intel EPIC Distinguished Supplier Award, suppliers must exceed expectations, meet aggressive performance goals, and score 80 percent or higher in performance assessments throughout the year.

FormFactor to Announce First Quarter 2022 Financial Results on April 27th

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Wednesday, April 6, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., April 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORM) will report financial results for its 2022 fiscal first quarter on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 1:25 p.m. Pacific Time.

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., April 06, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (Nasdaq: FORM) will report financial results for its 2022 fiscal first quarter on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 1:25 p.m. Pacific Time.
  • The public is invited to listen to a live webcast of FormFactor's conference call on the Investors section of the company's website at www.formfactor.com .
  • A telephone replay of the conference call will be available approximately two hours after the conclusion of the call.
  • Semiconductor companies rely upon FormFactor's products and services to accelerate profitability by optimizing device performance and advancing yield knowledge.

FormFactor Introduces High-Power Semiconductor Wafer Probing System for Automotive, Renewable Energy, and Industrial Applications

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Thursday, March 3, 2022
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LIVERMORE, Calif., March 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, today introduced the TESLA300 high power semiconductor probing system.

Key Points: 
  • LIVERMORE, Calif., March 03, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FormFactor, Inc. (NASDAQ: FORM), a leading semiconductor test and measurement supplier, today introduced the TESLA300 high power semiconductor probing system.
  • * To meet market demand, major IDMs and foundries are researching new materials and beginning to manufacture power devices on 300mm wafers.
  • With its unique features and 300mm automation capabilities, the TESLA300 system provides ideal support for both R&D technical requirements and niche production test applications.
  • Flexible wafer handling, up to 300mm in wafer size, with semi or fully-automated configuration.