PR Hoffman Appoints India Handotai as Representative in India

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Partnership Expands Local Access to Precision Wafer Polishing Carriers, Templates and Technical Support

CARLISLE, P.A., September 10, 2026 — PR Hoffman, a division of Amtech Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ASYS) and a global leader in precision wafer lapping and polishing consumables, today announced the appointment of India Handotai as its representative in India.

Under the agreement, India Handotai will represent PR Hoffman’s portfolio of precision carriers, templates and related consumables used in semiconductor, silicon carbide, photonics, optics and advanced materials manufacturing. The partnership will provide customers throughout India with a local resource for product selection, application discussions, quotations and coordination with PR Hoffman’s technical and customer support teams.

India Handotai supports semiconductor manufacturing across the value chain, including wafer fabrication, device fabrication, outsourced semiconductor assembly and test, and assembly, testing, marking and packaging operations. The company provides semiconductor manufacturers with access to raw materials, consumables, equipment and spare parts sourced from global technology providers.

“India is investing in the development of a strong semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem, creating new opportunities for wafer processing technologies that deliver consistent quality, reliability and value,” said Jason Brown, General Manager of PR Hoffman. “India Handotai’s understanding of the regional semiconductor market and its application-focused approach make the company an ideal partner to represent PR Hoffman. Together, we will provide customers in India with local engagement backed by PR Hoffman’s global manufacturing and technical expertise.”

PR Hoffman is known for its ability to customize carriers and templates to meet specific customer processes, equipment platforms, wafer types and manufacturing requirements. Its solutions are designed to help manufacturers improve polishing consistency, extend consumable life, increase equipment uptime and reduce total cost of ownership.

“PR Hoffman brings decades of experience and an outstanding reputation for precision, quality and customization in wafer lapping and polishing templates and carriers,” said Keshav Padia, Chief Evangelist, Handotai India Pvt Ltd, and VP, Group Strategy & Partner Management, Padia Enterprises. “The addition of PR Hoffman strengthens our ability to support customers with critical consumables for demanding wafer processing applications. We look forward to connecting manufacturers in India with PR Hoffman’s solutions and technical expertise.”

The partnership reflects both companies’ commitment to providing semiconductor manufacturers with application-focused recommendations, responsive support and proven technologies for demanding production environments.

To learn more about PR Hoffman products and services, visit www.prhoffman.com or meet with India Handotai at Booth H4618 during SEMICON India 2026.

About PR Hoffman

PR Hoffman, a member of the Amtech Group, is a global leader in precision lapping and polishing solutions for semiconductor, silicon carbide, optics, and advanced materials. The company designs and manufactures carriers, templates, and patented chemically resistant fixtures that deliver superior performance and extended lifetime. Headquartered in Carlisle, PA, PR Hoffman supports customers worldwide with innovative solutions for single- and double-sided processes. Learn more at www.prhoffman.com.

About India Handotai

India Handotai is an end-to-end semiconductor materials partner supporting wafer fabs, device fabs, OSAT/ATMP operations and adjacent electronics manufacturing markets. The company supplies semiconductor manufacturing and packaging materials, consumables, equipment and spare parts sourced from global technology providers. Based in Faridabad, Haryana, India Handotai emphasizes application-focused recommendations, technical insight and global sourcing capabilities. Learn more at India Handotai.

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