SMI Consulting Services
Structured Materials Industries, Inc. (SMI) provides a unique opportunity for researchers, developers, or entrepreneurs to partner with one of the leading providers of custom research, MOCVD and related thin film deposition tools, as well as specialized material deposition development (as demonstrated in our in-house Applications Laboratory). With over 25 years of experience, SMI has consulted, nurtured, and otherwise helped develop various start-ups from both university based and venture funded efforts – all while keeping our partners technology confidential. As a result, SMI has played an integral role in spinning out or otherwise enhancing several start-ups as well as helping many established organizations gain funding and executing on program objectives. SMI can help identify and address critical issues or opportunities for customers through the following consulting services:
System Conversions and Rebuilds
SMI provides specialized engineering services to upgrade or refurbish pre-existing thin film deposition equipment, components, and devices. SMI has an extensive history in fabricating research tools and components, in which it has extended this capability to enhance as well as extend the life of aging systems. This service extends to tools from all thin film deposition equipment vendors as well as to enhancing home built R&D systems.