Business Description
Founded in 1967 and based in Santa Clara, California, Applied Materials helps companies around the world build semiconductors and other electronic components by supplying the specialized equipment, software, and services needed to manufacture them. Its main business lines cover the machines used to create and refine chip materials, as well as ongoing support to help factories run more efficiently and productively. The company sells to chipmakers and electronics manufacturers across the United States, Asia, Europe, and beyond.