Our History

In 1962, two talented engineers, Michael and Hal Smith, started Orthodyne Electronics to design and market ultrasonic generators and transducers. Their initial products were radio frequency attenuators for signal generators and an ultrasonic drill, used on hard, brittle materials such as glass and ceramics. Using the same techniques as in the drill, the brothers used ultrasonic energy for connecting wires in transistor assemblies. In the ensuing years, Orthodyne developed a manual wire bonder and four generations of fully-automated wire bonders for the power industry.

Orthodyne joined the Kulicke & Soffa team in October 2008 to become the Orthodyne Electronics division of Kulicke & Soffa Wedge Bonding Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kulicke & Soffa Industries, Inc. Kulicke & Soffa (NASDAQ: KLIC) is a global leader in the design and manufacture of semiconductor assembly equipment. As a pioneer in this industry, K&S has provided customers with market leading packaging solutions for decades. In recent years K&S has expanded its product offerings through strategic acquisitions, adding die and wedge bonders and a broader range of expendable tools to its core wire bonding products. Combined with its extensive expertise in process technology, K&S is well positioned to help customers meet the challenges of assembling the next-generation semiconductor devices. (www.kns.com)

Our Future

Today, Orthodyne Electronics is the leading manufacturer of ultrasonic wire bonders for the power semiconductor and microelectronics industries. As the industry evolves, the need grows for increasingly sophisticated interconnection techniques, higher yields, and greater return on investment. Orthodyne is committed to meeting our customers' needs.

Core technologies

Orthodyne's products are based on extensive expertise in core technologies, including ultrasonics, machine vision, and high speed robotic mechanisms. Our research and development engineering teams create automated systems that meet our customers' most challenging specifications. In this dynamic industry, our close contact with customers allows us to anticipate and innovate to meet industry changes and new requirements.

Core values

At Orthodyne, honesty, integrity and trust form the foundation of our business. These core values have been fundamental since the company's beginning, and have shaped a unique corporate culture. Respect and consideration are always present, building strong relationships within Orthodyne, and with our customers. This exceptional working environment is reflected in every aspect of our business. When the customer always comes first, doing the right thing is a natural way of doing business.

Quality and Environmental Policy