Semiconductor industry "three high," a strong momentum, the output value of 500 billion US dollars

In 2017, the global semiconductor industry achieved a major milestone, with output surpassing $400 billion for the first time. The industry is expected to maintain strong growth in 2018, with projections of a 4% to 8% increase in output value. By 2019, the market could potentially break through the $500 billion threshold, driven by rising demand across various sectors. According to Zeng Ruijun, a senior analyst at SEMI Taiwan, 2017 was a record-breaking year for the semiconductor industry, with an overall growth rate of 20%. This surge was largely fueled by memory chips, particularly DRAM and NAND flash. DRAM output saw a staggering 75% year-on-year growth, while NAND flash output increased by 45%, and other ICs grew by around 9%. Major players like Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron are ramping up production, with DRAM capacity expected to grow by 10% in 2018. This expansion is being supported by continued investment in manufacturing facilities, with Samsung’s P1 plant and Line 15 in Pyeongtaek, as well as SK Hynix’s M14 line, leading the way. Micron is also expanding its operations in Japan, though the bulk of the growth remains concentrated in South Korea. NAND flash production is also on the rise, with Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron, Toshiba, and Intel all planning expansions. These efforts are reflected in the rising capital expenditures for equipment, with DRAM-related spending reaching approximately $13 billion in 2017—double the previous year—and expected to climb to $14 billion in 2018. NAND equipment spending hit $19 billion in 2017, showing a significant jump from 2016, and is projected to reach $20 billion in 2018. The demand side is also growing rapidly, fueled by applications in IoT, AI, automotive electronics, and consumer devices. These trends are expected to continue driving growth in 2018 and beyond. In addition, wireless and automotive sectors are also contributing to the rising demand for semiconductors. The semiconductor industry is witnessing a period of intense expansion, with three key areas—3D NAND, DRAM, and foundries—leading the charge. In 2017, these sectors drove a record $57 billion in fab equipment investments, marking a new high. SEMI predicts that this trend will continue, with global equipment spending hitting $63 billion in 2018. Alongside the growth in output and equipment investment, silicon wafer shipments also reached record levels in 2017, highlighting the industry’s “three highs”: high-value sales, high equipment spending, and high wafer volume. Looking ahead, 3D NAND manufacturers such as Samsung, SK Hynix, Micron, Toshiba, and Intel are expanding their production lines, while DRAM producers are increasing capacity through new plants. Foundries are also scaling up, with TSMC, Samsung, GlobalFoundries, SMIC, and UMC all investing heavily in 12-inch fabs targeting advanced nodes like 7nm and 5nm. The construction boom is benefiting semiconductor equipment suppliers, especially those involved in etching and CVD machines. South Korea emerged as the top market for equipment spending in 2017, with $18 billion spent, followed by Taiwan with $12.6 billion. In 2018, South Korea is expected to remain the largest, while China may overtake Taiwan as the second-largest market. China's semiconductor equipment spending is gaining momentum, with many factories completed in 2017 now entering the equipment installation phase. For the first time, local Chinese companies are leading investments, with firms like Changjiang Storage, Fujian Jinhua, and Hefei Changxin playing a key role in shaping the domestic supply chain. This shift marks a significant step toward greater self-reliance in the industry.

Remote Socket

REMOTE CONTROL SOCKET
Important Safeguards
When using any electrical appliance, in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to persons, basic safety precautions should always be follow8d. including:
• The appliance is for household and indoor use only.
• Before plugging in. check that the voitage on the rating label is the same as the mains supply.
• To protect against electric shock, do not immerse any part of the product in water or other liquid.
• This socket is intended for use by competent adults only and children should be supervised at all times.
• Do not use the socket for other than its intended use.
• This socket can be used by children aged from 8 years arxl above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not p<ay with the appliance Cleaning and user maintenance shall M be made by children without supervision.
• Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
Children from 3 years and less than 8 years shall only switch on/off the appliance provided that it has been placed or installed in its intended normal operating position and they have been supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children aged from 3 years and less than 8 years shall not plug in. regulate and clean the appliance or perform user maintenance.
• Don't use this socket in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
• In case of malfunction, do not try to repair the socket yourself, it may result in a fire hazard or electric shock
Do Not Exceed Maximum a680W
Place the LR44 batteries provided into the compartment in the back of the Remote Control, please insert as sho*/m in the back of the compartment to ensure the polarity is correct.

Programming Instructions
• Plug the Remoce Socket$($)lnto the wall socket(s) and switch on the mams supply, the red LED will flash every second.
• If the LED is not flashing press & hold the manual ON/OFF button for 5 seconds until it Hashes

•Press any ON switch on the Remote Control for approximately 2 seconds and the Remote Socket(s) learn the code. The LED will stop flashing top confirm the codehas been accepted.
• Any number of Remote Sockets can be programmed to one Remote Control ON button to create multiple switching.
• To programme o<her Remote Sockets on different Remote Control ON buttons repeat the prevous steps
• If the mains supply is turned off the Remote Sockets v/ill lose their code and it wil be necessary to re-pcogramme.
Operation:
• Plug your appliance(s) into the Remote Socket(s)
• Press the programmed ON or OFF button on the Remote Control to control the Remote Socket.
♦ The Remote Sockets can also be operated manually using its ON/OFF Button Trouble shooting
If a Remote Socket does not react to the Remote Control please check the followng:
♦ Low battery in tbo Remote Control
• Distance too large between the remote control and the recerver (ensure the range distance is no more than 20 clear Metres) and free from obstacle that may reduce the distance.
• If programming has not been successful, tum the power off and back on then follow the programming steps above.
How to decode
• Press the manual ONX)FF button for 5 seconds until the red LED flashes once per
second to confirm de-coding is successful
♦ Press the ALL OFF switch on the Remote Control for more than 3 seconds, the LED
flashes once per second to confirm (decoding successful.
Voltage: 240V-/50HZ
Max power rating: 3680W max.
Remote frequency:
Remote range:
Battery Type:
433.92MHz
230 Metres
Button Cell 2x1.5V LR44 =
Please check with your local waste management service authority regarding regulations for the safe disposal of the batteries. The batteries should never be placed G municipal waste.
Use a battery d^posal facility if available
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For eioctncal products sold within the European Community. At the end of the electrical products useful life, it should not be disposed of wth household waste. Please recycle faaMies exist. Check with your Local Authonty or retailer for recycling advice.
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