Delta Electronics Spotlights Cutting-Edge Digital Twin Solution at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 to Accelerate Smart Manufacturing
SINGAPORE, May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Delta Electronics, a global leader in power management and smart green solutions, is showcasing its Digital Twin Solution at SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025, highlighting its capabilities in next-generation digitized smart manufacturing for a broad range of semiconductor production applications.
Delta's Digital Twin Solution features DIATwin, a virtual machine development platform that helps manufacturers enhance production efficiency, precision, and cost structure through virtual simulation, verification, and commissioning of machines before physical deployment.
"The next era of smart manufacturing is defined by intelligence, connectivity, and sustainability," said Mr. Jimmy Wan, Country Manager, Delta Electronics Singapore and Malaysia. He added, "As industries accelerate toward digitalization and electrification, manufacturers must rethink how they design, produce, and optimize at scale. By integrating Delta's advanced industrial automation and energy-saving solutions, as well as our data-driven insights, our customers can enhance agility, resilience, and competitiveness for sustained growth in a rapidly evolving industrial landscape."
Under the theme "Optimizing Precision with Digital Twin and Smart Manufacturing Solutions," Delta is also demonstrating advanced industrial automation, data centre, and energy infrastructure technologies that enhance manufacturing accuracy, process optimization, and operational reliability.
Enabling Smarter Semiconductor Manufacturing with Digital TwinIn semiconductor manufacturing, precision and efficiency are critical, yet traditional machine setup often involves costly trial-and-error adjustments. Delta's Digital Twin Solution addresses this by creating a Virtual Machine Development Platform DIATwin that enables manufacturers to virtually simulate, verify, and commission machine before physical deployment. For instance, production teams can digitally model and optimize wafer handling parameters in a high-fidelity simulation, reducing downtime and enhancing accuracy before applying changes to equipment. This cyber-physical integration enhances development efficiency, predictive optimization, and parameter fine-tuning, as well as accelerates new product introduction, ultimately ensuring greater precision, reliability, and compliance with industry standards.
Key Solutions on DisplayOn-site, Delta is also highlighting its U.S.-based subsidiary Universal Instruments' High-Speed Wafer Feeder (HSWF), a cutting-edge solution that seamlessly integrates with the FuzionSC™ Platform to deliver a comprehensive multi-die advanced packaging solution. The platform supports the broadest range of feeding devices and can place high-accuracy active and passive components on various substrates. Paired with the HSWF, this system enables manufacturers to handle multiple unique wafer types simultaneously, streamlining high-density semiconductor assembly. The equipment also features a wafer expander and an automatic wafer loading/unloading, making it highly adaptable for advanced packaging multi-chip applications. By integrating Universal Instruments' advanced packaging technology with Delta's expertise in automation and digitalization, semiconductor manufacturers can achieve greater production efficiency (approximately 20-25%), enhanced thermal management, and improved yield rates—accelerating time-to-market for next-generation semiconductor devices.
Delta's advanced automation solutions also include AI-driven quality control and high-precision die pick-and-place technology for semiconductor assembly. The booth showcases Delta's complete facility management and control system powered by the VTScada platform—offering real-time data monitoring, seamless equipment integration, and an intuitive, highly customizable interface for comprehensive industrial monitoring. The ESS solution integrates LFP battery system, power conditioning systems, and the DeltaGrid® energy management system. It enables centralized control, optimized energy usage, and enhanced operational resilience through functions such as peak shaving, load shifting, and backup power support.
Delta remains committed to advancing smart and sustainable semiconductor manufacturing to help manufacturers optimize production while reducing environmental impact. Aligned with the event's focus on sustainable progress, Delta will continue to drive global ESG initiatives, including its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, its commitment to circular economy principles, and the development of energy-efficient solutions across smart cities, renewable energy, and green buildings.
SEMICON Southeast Asia 2025 is taking place at the Sands Expo and Convention Centre, Singapore until May 22, 2025. Visit Delta's booth at B2009, EXPO Hall E (B2) to experience its innovative solutions that is shaping the future of the industry. For more information, please visit: https://www.delta-singapore.com/en-SG/landingpage/semicon-sea-2025.
ABOUT DELTA ELECTRONICS INT'L (Singapore)The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of Delta Electronics, Inc.
ABOUT DELTADelta, founded in 1971, and listed on the Taiwan Stock Exchange (code:2308), is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of IoT-based smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, "To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow," Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its ESG-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across 5 continents.
Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to ESG. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index (formerly the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices) for 14 consecutive years. Delta has also won CDP with double A List for 4 times for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and has been named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain for 7 consecutive years.
For detailed information about Delta, please visit: www.deltaww.com
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GoDaddy Pros Easy to set up and use Singaporean VPS servers Global CDN AI website builder Cons Not the best value for money You can host just a few sites Non-generous storage Going back to web hosting providers with servers in Singapore, we have GoDaddy. It's a jack of all trades and master of none. Honest, it's not even the cheapest pick, as its best-value Managed WordPress Basic plan is $7.99/mo for the first year. The plan allows for hosting a single site on 10 GB NVMe storage. Users get a free domain, SSL, and free email hosting, too. We love GoDaddy because it's beginner-friendly. Its control panel is sleek and modern, allowing you to dive right in without extensive knowledge. A huge perk is that WordPress is pre-installed, so once you subscribe, you just have to pick the theme and start working. This plan aids your website creation with an AI website builder, while ambitious performance promises are upheld by GoDaddy's Global CDN that leverages reliable caching for improved load times. GoDaddy's weekly backups are useful, although we'd like to see daily backups from SiteGround. This is compensated by something called Site Security. The package includes Malware & Uptime Monitoring, Automated Malware Removal, and Web Application Firewall. Having weighed up GoDaddy and Hostinger, we liked the latter more. It's way less expensive, with daily backups in the Business plan, and superior WooCommerce support. Still, we take nothing from GoDaddy's greatness as one of the most popular web hosting picks in Singapore. Besides, it has some of the most flexible VPS plans where you can choose between Windows and Linux hosting or cPanel and Plesk panels. The great news is that its Virtual Private Servers are in Singapore for added convenience. 6. WP Engine Pros Daily website backups WordPress staging Respectable performance Servers in Singapore Cons Very expensive No free domain Not many security features WP Engine is a WordPress-certified hosting for Singapore. It's widely used for WordPress and WooCommerce websites by those on a more flexible budget. Unfortunately, WP Engine is costly, and the Essential WordPress plan starts at a jaw-dropping $25/mo for one website, 10 GB of storage, and 75 GB of monthly bandwidth. The Professional plan at $50/mo hosts 3 sites on 15 GB of storage and 150 GB of bandwidth. WP Engine offers the Core plan at $400/mo, which includes added security, performance insights, and advisory services. If you can spend on it, we think you'll enjoy every moment. WP Engine is fast and reliable, with ample servers in Singapore. Its in-house dashboard is also beginner-friendly, inviting even newbies to give it a spin. Speaking of that, WP Engine is a managed hosting service, so you don't need to move a finger if you're too lazy to do so. All updates and optimization processes are handled by WP Engine. Furthermore, the provider uses EverCache with global CDN for a smoother experience. We also shouldn't forget daily and on-demand backups, with famous staging environments, handy for various experiments. The other side of the medal isn't so shiny — WP Engine does lack a lot. Comparing it to SiteGround made us realize there's no AI website builder or even a free domain (SiteGround lacks it too). At least you can test it for free for 60 days, but you'll have to rid of a small fortune if you're going for the long haul. Our Ranking Methodology For some of you, the six best web hosting in Singapore might be insufficient. For some, it might be a lot. Whatever it is, making this list was very difficult and time consuming, as we had to take into account: Server locations . We primarily looked at Singaporean servers when ranking the providers. However, some, as you saw, don't have them, but still perform admirably despite the fact. . We primarily looked at Singaporean servers when ranking the providers. However, some, as you saw, don't have them, but still perform admirably despite the fact. Speed and uptime . Now that we mentioned it, all providers on this list provide at least 99.95% uptime with some of the top speeds. This is quintessential for stable and fast-loading websites. . Now that we mentioned it, all providers on this list provide at least 99.95% uptime with some of the top speeds. This is quintessential for stable and fast-loading websites. Website security . Features like DDoS protection, WAF, and malware blocking are only some of the freebies you'll get. These features ensure end-to-end server and website security to prevent threats from spoiling the fun. . Features like DDoS protection, WAF, and malware blocking are only some of the freebies you'll get. These features ensure end-to-end server and website security to prevent threats from spoiling the fun. Ease of use . hPanel, Site Tools, and cPanel are some of the simplest-to-use panels on the market. You'll find these in our top six options, as they ensure even total beginners can get their hands on and learn the ropes quickly. . hPanel, Site Tools, and cPanel are some of the simplest-to-use panels on the market. You'll find these in our top six options, as they ensure even total beginners can get their hands on and learn the ropes quickly. Flexibility and hosting diversity . You don't have to settle for shared hosting if it won't cover your needs. These are simultaneously capable VPS hosting providers or even solid options for cloud and dedicated hosting. . You don't have to settle for shared hosting if it won't cover your needs. These are simultaneously capable VPS hosting providers or even solid options for cloud and dedicated hosting. Pricing . As you saw, our best-rated Singapore hosting in 2025 starts at way below $5/mo. While their prices fluctuate, it's good to know you can start with pennies in your bank account and even have up to 97 days to evaluate your decision risk-free. Conclusion The best Singapore web hosting offers a mix of computing power, security features, and functionality to help you achieve your goals. Whether you need hosting for small businesses or something else entirely, you'll find Singapore-based servers and tick all the boxes quickly. Hostinger tops our comprehensive ranking, as the best overall option. With servers in Singapore, managed WordPress, fast loading times, immaculate ease of use, and steel-like security, it's a no-brainer in 2025. SiteGround was a close second, also with servers in this country and some of the best performances we had the chance to witness. Despite their greatness, we still invite you to explore the other four picks. Each company has something unique that separates it from the rest. We know all six are enthralling, to say the least, but now that we're officially saying 'Goodbye!, it's your turn to pick your side. Try Hostinger Risk-Free Today Frequently Asked Questions Our Singapore web hosting ranking is coming to an end, but let's go over a few final tidbits to wrap things up on a high note. Is Singapore web hosting necessary for Asian websites? A rule of thumb is that the server location should be as close as possible to your audience. If you're targeting an Asian audience, Singapore web hosting is much better than, let's say, the European one. It will result in faster loading times, better response times, and so much more. That's why we put Hostinger at #1. It's already fast and reliable, and Singaporean servers are only the strawberry on top of the cake. Which type of Singapore web hosting is best for me? It depends on your business goals. Shared hosting is usually enough, but if you want better server isolation and dedicated resources, VPS hosting is for you. Cloud hosting is fantastic for reliability and speed, while dedicated servers are very expensive, but pack the most punch in terms of performance. The last ones are usually employed by large businesses and companies with an unquenching thirst for computing resources that surpass what standard shared hosting offers. We recommend starting with shared (web) hosting and working your way up gradually if needed. What's the best WordPress web hosting in Singapore? That's SiteGround for us. Its managed WordPress permeates all plans, so even if you spend under $4/mo for the StartUp plan, you can still enjoy premium WordPress updates, security optimization, and WooCommerce support if you plan on starting an online shop in 2025.
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A Chinese Firm That Lost In U.S. Trade Court Shouldn't Get A Do-Over
Very soon, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (PTO) will decide whether to correct a quiet but serious failure – one that risks turning the American legal process into a tactical weapon for foreign infringers that could undermine American innovation. The Case The case involves Efficient Power Conversion Corporation, a California-based company that holds patents on core semiconductor technology. After developing and patenting this innovation under U.S. law, the company found itself undercut by a Chinese competitor, Innoscience, which began selling copycat products in the U.S. market at artificially low prices. The American company, EPC, did exactly what innovators are supposed to do in such cases: it sought relief from the U.S. International Trade Commission, the federal agency tasked with investigating – and, when necessary, halting – unfair imports. The ITC's process is deliberately rigorous. First, an administrative law judge conducts a full evidentiary hearing. Then the six-member Commission – three Republicans, three Democrats, all confirmed by the Senate – reviews the ruling and decides whether to affirm it. Finally, the President has 60 days to intervene if the result conflicts with broader policy interests. In this case, every step played out in favor of EPC. The administrative law judge ruled that Innoscience had violated U.S. trade law by importing products that infringed EPC's valid patents. The Commission affirmed that finding. The White House declined to intervene. The result was a binding exclusion order, blocking the infringing Chinese products from entering the U.S. market. That should have been the end of the matter. But even as the ITC investigation was already well underway, a separate administrative panel – the Patent Trial and Appeal Board – decided to launch its own, duplicative review. And just weeks after the ITC's exclusion order became final, the PTAB issued a ruling that directly contradicted the ITC's carefully considered judgment. Its finding? That some of the claims of the key EPC patents were invalid and should never have been granted in the first place. Put simply, two parts of the same government reached opposite conclusions on identical legal issues involving the same companies. Unsurprisingly, the losing Chinese company – already found to have violated U.S. trade law – is now trying to use the PTAB's ruling to overturn the ITC's order so it can resume unfair sales on the U.S. market. The PTAB Problem PTAB was created under the 2011 America Invents Act to serve as a supposedly faster and cheaper alternative to patent litigation in other forums. Instead, it has slowed things down and added costs by being used to relitigate patent validity decisions reached by other bodies, including federal district courts and the ITC. PTAB can even agree to repeatedly review the same patent by focusing on different patent claims each time, an incredibly wasteful practice. This is economically costly and highly inefficient, at a time when efficiency in government is a stated Administration priority. It is also highly inappropriate and leads to bad results, including weaker patents and potentially reduced innovation. PTAB 'judges' actually are mere 'inferior' officers (government employees appointed by the Commerce Secretary and supervised by the PTO Director). In marked contrast, ITC Commissioners and federal district court judges are 'principal' officers of the United States nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate. PTAB should not be in a position to overrule superior officers on patent questions. There's another major problem with PTAB. Patents, once issued are important property rights that drive innovation and thus should not be easily undone after being granted. Thus it is entirely appropriate that the ITC and federal courts can only strike down patents based on 'clear and convincing evidence,' a tough standard which means that the evidence is highly probable. In contrast, PTAB boards can strike down patent claims based on 'the preponderance of the evidence,' a low bar (probability just above 50-50) that makes it relatively easy to 'kill' patents. Indeed, a high percentage of patent claims have been wiped out by PTAB. This has happened despite studies showing that initial patent examining is very high quality and 'that examiners are far more likely to reject patents that should have been issued than they are to issue patents that should have been rejected.' The PTO Director Can Overturn PTAB's EPC Decision The PTAB's interference in the EPC-Innoscience dispute was enabled by a 2022 Biden PTO policy memo that eliminated longstanding safeguards that prevented this kind of inter-agency conflict. The 2022 policy memo instructed PTAB not to deny a requested patent review when the request was based on a parallel ITC proceeding. Trump-appointed Acting PTO Director Coke Stewart rescinded the 2022 memo in February 2025, but by then the PTAB EPC case had already been instituted under the old rules. Weeks after Stewart's rescission of the Biden-era policy, in March 2025, the PTAB issued its decision, striking down an EPC patent and directly contradicting the ITC's final judgment. Under current rules, the Director has full authority to review and overturn that decision. A formal request for Director Review is now pending. Acting Director Stewart could act decisively by reversing the PTAB's EPC ruling. That could help restore the consistency and coherence the law requires and innovators deserve. The Stakes Are High This case is about much more than any one company or patent. It is a test of whether American agencies can act coherently – and whether we will allow foreign companies to exploit internal contradictions in our legal system to evade valid trade enforcement. The ITC plays a critical role in protecting American innovation. It remains one of the few venues where U.S. companies can obtain timely, enforceable relief against unfair foreign competition. Without it, these cases drag on for years while patent-infringing products, often subsidized by foreign governments, flood American markets. The facts here are clear: a Chinese company violated U.S. trade law. An American company proved its case through proper legal channels and won. Then, at the eleventh hour, a separate agency claimed the patents never should have existed – even though the matter had already been fully tried before the ITC, with live witnesses, fact discovery, and a complete evidentiary record. The PTO still has a chance to restore order. Swift action overturning the PTAB's ruling would send the clearest possible message: final decisions by the U.S. government – reached through proper legal process and presidential review – cannot be casually undone by conflicting bureaucratic panels. The PTO's decision in this case could send an important signal about the Administration's commitment to eliminating bureaucratic barriers that stifle patent-driven American innovation.
