KUALA LUMPUR: FSBM Holdings Bhd (FHB) via its wholly-owned subsidiary FSBM MES Elite Sdn Bhd (FME), signed a collaboration agreement (CA) with Syarikat Logam Unitrade Sdn Bhd (SLU), a subsidiary of ACE market-listed Unitrade Industries Bhd (UIB).
With the agreement, FHB secured exclusive distribution rights for voltage SAG protectors (VSP) from Taiwan-based T-Parus Trading Co Ltd.
These developments were announced during the signing ceremonies held with the launch of SEMICON Southeast Asia 2024, Malaysia’s largest semiconductor exhibition.
FHB’s collaboration with UIB aims to enhance market access and product integration for energy-efficient solutions.
The collaboration seeks to expand the market reach of VSP and energy-saving compressors to commercial and industrial customers across Southeast Asia.
FHB executive director Pang Kiew Kun said Industry 4.0, also known as the Fourth Industrial Revolution, is characterised by real-time data connectivity, artificial intelligence (AI), the Internet of Things (IoT), and smart factory solutions.
“These disruptive trends are transforming manufacturing, enabling companies to stay ahead of the curve and achieve their strategic objectives.
“FHB’s offerings are integral to this revolution, creating highly efficient, interconnected, and adaptive manufacturing environments.
“By combining our strengths and resources with UIB, we aim to deliver enhanced value to our customers and capitalise on the growing demand for innovative solutions and products in Southeast Asia.
“We expect this collaboration to enhance our recurring revenue streams and contribute positively to FHB’s future earnings,” he said in a statement.
In addition to the collaboration with UIB, FHB has secured exclusive distribution rights for VSP across Southeast Asia.
The VSP stands out as a reliable power backup solution renowned for its multifunctional capabilities.
Acting as a shield against voltage sags or sudden power outages that could potentially disrupt factory operations, VSP ensures an uninterrupted power supply, safeguarding sensitive electronic equipment from damage.
What sets VSP apart is its innovative design, which eliminates the need for traditional battery backups, offering a scalable solution that is both energy-efficient and environmentally friendly.
“FHB looks to the future, and it remains committed to leading the technological revolution in the semiconductor industry. Our partnership with T-Parus ensures that we can provide top-tier VSP solutions that are designed with top-tier solutions that mitigate voltage sags, save energy, and support environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives by protecting equipment and reducing operational downtime.
“Furthermore, our company remains committed to seeking new opportunities and expanding our collaboration with new and strategic technology partners, including companies from China and Singapore.
“We hope to bring in suitable supporting equipment for both semiconductor front-end and back-end manufacturing processes in line with the government’s ambition to position Malaysia’s semiconductor industry to move up the value chain,” Pang added.
Notably, many major global semiconductor companies have recently made significant investments in Malaysia, including Micron, ASE Electronics (M) Sdn Bhd, Siliconware Precision Industries (SPIL), and many more.
ASE Electronics is expanding more than double the size of its existing plant in Bayan Lepas, which is set to be completed in 2025, while SPIL just celebrated a significant milestone last week with the groundbreaking ceremony of its Malaysia P1 plant at Bandar Cassia Technology Park in Penang.
“Therefore, now is the best time to ride on these significant milestones from ASE and SPIL’s expansion in Malaysia. We aim to continue providing the same services that our partner has offered in Taiwan and more to Malaysia.
“Consequently, we are here with our partner to also expand market reach into new areas, such as data centres, which we are currently discussing with new strategic partners.
“This expansion will include suitable supporting equipment for both semiconductor front-end and back-end manufacturing processes, aligning with the Madani government’s ambition to position Malaysia’s semiconductor industry to move up the value chain,” Pang said.
