Nanotechnology : Edmonton

Micralyne, Inc.

Benj — Fri, 18 Aug 2006 17:56:49 +0100

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http://www.micralyne.com/

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info@micralyne.com

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Street address

1911-94 Street

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T6N 1E6

Telephone

1-780-431-4400

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1-780-431-4422

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Ceo, president

Chris Lumb

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Micralyne Inc. is one of the worlds largest independent MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical-Systems) foundries. As an industry innovator and leader, Micralyne has a reputation of offering unparalleled MEMS product development and commercial volume manufacturing. This proven one-stop approach is based on MicralyneТ’s track record of success, working with over 300 companies since 1982.

MEMS are devices containing integrated mechanical components manufactured on an extremely small scale. To put that into perspective, Micralyne manufactures devices on the scale of microns; there are 1,000 microns to one millimeter.

MEMS technology is built on the premise of making industrial components smaller, faster and less expensive. Micralyne's MEMS solutions are found in automotive sensors for control systems, optical switching technology in telecommunication networks, lab-on-a-chip devices for drug discovery, and commercial pre-press equipment for printing todays most popular magazines. These types of devices are used in many industries including communications, transportation, energy, and life sciences.

Micralyne has developed core competencies in several specialized fields including microfabrication, etching, thin film deposition, microfluidics, and assembly & characterization. Operating out of an ISO 9001:2000 certified 50,000 sq. ft. facility, Micralyne works with customers to translate their designs into standard processes so that their MEMS components can be fabricated repeatedly and reliably.

Companies around the world trust Micralyne to develop and fabricate their mission critical MEMS products. Thanks to a unique blend of highly responsive service from a knowledgeable team and a manufacturing track record, Micralyne offers efficient development times and quality products, enabling customers to bring their MEMS to market.

Micralyne's headquarters is located in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. For more information on our company please visit our website at www.micralyne.com

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National Institute for Nanotechnology ( NINT )

Benj — Tue, 29 Aug 2006 21:48:22 +0100

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http://nint-innt.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/home/index_e.html

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11421 Saskatchewan Drive

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Our researchers are focused on the revolutionary work being done at the nano-scale, the world of individual atoms or molecules. The main focus of our research is the integration of nano-scale devices and materials into complex nanosystems that are connected to the outside world. The long-term objective is to discover "design rules" for nanotechnology, and develop platforms for building nanosystems and materials that can be constructed and programmed for a particular application.

Located on the University of Alberta campus in Edmonton, Alberta, NINT's upcoming 15,000 square-metre building will be one of the world’s most technologically advanced research facilities and will house laboratory space that will be the quietest in Canada.

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Quantiam Technologies Inc.

Benj — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 21:08:15 +0100

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http://www.quantiam.com/

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info@quantiam.com

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Street address

8207 Roper Road

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T6E 6S4

Telephone

780.462.0707

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780.465.6603

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Quantiam is a young, high technology company founded in 1998 by Dr. Steve Petrone. With over 100 years of cumulative experience in the development and successful commercialization of new products based on enabling technologies, our people are amongst the technology leaders worldwide in their fields of expertise.

Our new product teams strive for quantum-scale innovations from advanced materials and nanomaterials aimed at bringing paradigm shifts to their targeted market applications.

Our new products are built on sound scientific and engineering foundations, and are coupled with strong marketing and sales support to deliver unparalleled product quality, benefits and service to our customers.

In addition to new product development, we also provide Consulting, Technical and Research Services at the leading edge of Advanced Materials, NanoMaterials, Catalysis, Coatings and Surfaces.

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ChiralTF Devices, Inc.

Benj — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 21:09:58 +0100

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Web url

http://www.chiraltf.com/

Contact Email

info@chiraltf.com

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Street address

1911-94 Street

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T6N 1E6

Telephone

780.431.4409

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This deposition method enables the fabrication of highly structured thin films with engineerable features:
- thickness of the film: nano-meters to micro-meters;
- porosity: from solid to very low density;
- periodicity of the structures: from random to periodic;
- geometry of the structures, such as spiral, zig-zag, staircase, post or other, and
- choice of materials from a very large variety (mostly inorganic materials, such as metals, oxides, glass, etc.).

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NanoMEMS Edmonton

Benj — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 21:12:00 +0100

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http://www.nanomems.org/

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info@nanomems.org

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Street address

c/o Edmonton Economic Development Corporation, 9990 Jasper Avenue

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AB T5J 1P7

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780.917.7642

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Lead partners include: Micralyne Inc., Bigbangwidth Inc., the University of Alberta, Edmonton Economic Development Corporation and NINT, the National Institute for Nanotechnology (National Research Council of Canada). Cluster participants include over two dozen established and early-stage MNT/MEMS companies.

NanoMEMS Edmonton is committed to opening new communications channels and promoting education and the exchange of information with other regions and similar organizations around the world.

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Alberta Centre for Advanced MNT Products

Tue, 27 Nov 2007 10:48:54 +0000

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http://www.acamp.ca

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acamp@bluetrain.ca

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Street address

10180-101 Street

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T5J 3S4

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17804300982

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The Alberta Centre for Advanced MNT Products (ACAMP) assists you from prototype to commercial markets by providing infrastructure, nano and MEMS packaging and assembly, product development, and commercialization strategy.

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BigBangwidth Inc.

Benj — Mon, 21 Aug 2006 19:05:26 +0100

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Web url

http://www.bigbangwidth.com/

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info@bigbangwidth.com

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Street address

Suite 301, 10328 81 Avenue

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T6E 1X2

Telephone

780.490.4800

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780.430.8545

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One of the key factors contributing to the success of BigBangwidth is the talent pool available. The University of Alberta, located in Edmonton, is one of the largest engineering schools in Canada and graduates typically go to centers of technology such as Ottawa or Silicon Valley as well as staying in Edmonton. Overall, there is a ready talent pool available in Edmonton as well as a scientific and continuing source of new graduates.
Recent layoffs at leading telecom equipment suppliers and optical component suppliers have increased the companys ability to repatriate employees back to Edmonton.
In a recent announcement, the Canadian and Alberta governments have committed to the creation of a $128 million NanoTechnology Center in Edmonton. This center will be created through the National Research Council and attract leading edge scientists to the Edmonton community.

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Scanimetrics

Admin — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 11:31:13 +0000

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www.scanimetrics.com

Contact Email

info@scanimetrics.com

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Street address

Suite 4500 - 10230 - Jasper Avenue

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Canada T5J 4P6

Telephone

780 433 9441

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780 433 9499

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Scanimetrics is focused on wireless virtual probe technology to test semiconductor chips, resolving the issues and bottlenecks imposed on semiconductor manufacturers by current testing methods.

Our technology will have a profoundly positive impact on chip size; the smaller size of these products will be enabled by Scanimetrics’ chip scale communication, advanced packaging and System-in-Package (SiP) applications.

Scanimetrics, Inc., develops and markets a revolutionary non-contact virtual probe technology that helps enable Moore’s Law for nanoscale devices. Its first products are targeted at testing semiconductor chips and system-in-package (SiP) devices using micro-scale radio frequency techniques. Its WiTAP™ (Wireless Test Access Port) non-contact testing technology enables chip manufacturers to dramatically reduce testing costs, increase testing speed and reliability, and eliminate manufacturing defects caused by standard, physical contact-based testing. By supporting reduced chip sizes, Scanimetrics enables chipmakers and their customers to respond faster to market demands for ever-smaller computing, communications, medical, automotive and other electronic devices.

Based in Edmonton, Alberta, Scanimetrics works with some of the world’s largest chipmakers and equipment suppliers helping them stay on track with Moore’s Law. In October 2006, the company completed a second round of venture funding of CAN $6.5 million, enabling it to expand its market reach and accelerate product development.