The U.S. semiconductor manufacturing building boom is on, fueled by a drive to boost onshore production and reduce shortages. Industrial Info Resources is tracking more than $300 billion worth of active semiconductor projects in various stages of development, from early planning to under construction. All list pipe, valves and fittings among their key equipment needs.
New York, Arizona and Texas lead the way in semiconductor plant development.
The building boom is bolstered by the Creating Helpful Incentives to Produce Semiconductors and Science Act of 2022 (CHIPS Act). Signed into law on Aug. 9, 2022, it is designed to boost U.S. production and competitiveness.