Recessions: a potent time for R&D

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Bill Bintz, SVP of Product Marketing, Axcelis Technologies, Inc., Beverly, MA, adds that technical support, while always important, becomes increasingly essential at times like this when chip makers are looking to keep existing equipment in production longer. "Not surprisingly, we're seeing strong interest in upgrades to extend the performance and life of already installed systems," he said. "Operational improvements can also help to reduce costs during these difficult times.