About HiKM

An SEM technology partner for precision manufacturing

HiKM is a B2B technology company built on semiconductor in-line SEM and MI (Metrology & Inspection) experience, supporting inspection, metrology, backside review, legacy tool improvement, and service solution planning.

Vision

Beyond equipment supply, we design for operational stability.

Adopting precision equipment is not a simple purchase. It requires review of process needs, sample characteristics, operator workflow, and maintenance conditions.

HiKM aims to build a more reliable inspection and analysis foundation through system planning and technical consultation tailored to each customer environment.

Principles

HiKM trust factors

MI expertise

Understanding of semiconductor metrology and inspection, including CD-SEM, Review SEM, Overlay SEM, and Massive CD

Fab problem solving

Solution planning for shorter TAT, defect review, elemental analysis, and process feedback

Operational stability

Consultation for legacy tool maintenance, parts support, robot overhaul, and refurbishment

Location

Location information for visits and equipment consultation

The location page provides the office address, main contact, visit notes, and a dedicated map area.

Core Differentiators

HiKM SEM application differentiators

HiKM advances next-generation SEM solutions through in-fab in-line SEM development experience, BSR-1000 application development, collaboration with global equipment-technology partners, and joint validation with research institutes.

In-fab SEM experienceReviews equipment, process, and operating conditions based on experience developing Korea's first in-fab-oriented in-line SEM for semiconductor applications.
BSR ApplicationDevelops non-destructive backside review applications centered on BSR-1000 to reduce limitations of destructive analysis.
Three-party collaborationBuilt a customer-problem-solving workflow by connecting Samsung Electronics requirements, Hitachi High-Tech equipment-technology collaboration, and HiKM application/operation experience.
Research collaborationPromotes SEM-REELS core-technology internalization and commercialization validation with KRISS.