What peritest does

Peritest is a French privately-held semiconductor equipment representative and service provider founded in 1995 by Jean-Claude Bonnetto and headquartered in Chambéry, France. The company acts as the exclusive or non-exclusive French (and in some cases broader European/Moroccan) representative for ten or more specialized manufacturers of front-end cleaning and back-end testing equipment, including ProSys (megasonic cleaning), B4C Cleaning (wet process machines), ECLa (custom wet benches), Chroma (handlers and temperature forcing systems), Protosemi (refurbished handlers), Turbodynamics (docking systems and manipulators), and Ultra-T (cleaning, developers, DI water reionizers), as well as three Asian chemistry manufacturers (Toray, Ishihara, Kanto PPC) added in 2025. Its underlying technology footprint is therefore that of its partner brands rather than its own: the company focuses on installation, commissioning, maintenance, calibration, technical training, and spare parts supply across this multi-brand portfolio.

Revenue is generated through six streams: one-time equipment sales (capex), recurring annual maintenance contracts and on-demand ('à la carte') maintenance services, spare parts and consumables (minimum order €200), installation and commissioning, customized technical training, and calibration/metrology. The business is sales-led and relationship-driven, primarily targeting enterprise semiconductor manufacturers and aerospace/defense buyers in France and Europe, with named customers including ST Microelectronics, NXP, Safran, E2V, Technoprobe, and Vishay. Since 2021 Peritest has positioned itself as a 'multi-service partner,' extending maintenance and spare-parts services to equipment it did not originally install. Distribution is direct (no resellers or e-commerce), with trade shows such as SEMICON Europa serving as the primary new-partnership acquisition channel.

The company remains founder-owned (Jean-Claude Bonnetto as General Manager, with Sales Director Damien Dimarco), reports a small team, and holds ISO 9001:2015 certification for 2022–2024 (paused in 2025 with possible 2026 renewal). Its competitive position rests on the breadth of its representation portfolio, 30+ years of brand presence in the French semiconductor ecosystem, and switching costs embedded in long-tenured maintenance relationships rather than any proprietary technology of its own.

Name

peritest

Legal name

PERITEST

Website

https://peritest.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Peritest is a French semiconductor equipment representative and service provider, distributing and maintaining front-end cleaning and back-end test equipment from 10+ partner brands for enterprise microelectronics and aerospace clients across France and Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Semiconductor Equipment Distribution and Services

NAICS

Semiconductor Machinery Manufacturing (333242), Other General Purpose Machinery Manufacturing (3339)

SIC

General Industrial Machinery & Equipment (3560), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559), Chemicals & Allied Products (2800)

akta.pro primary industry

Test, Probe & Burn-In Equipment (Wafer Sort/Final Test) (HDAHAEAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metrology, Inspection & Process Control Equipment (HDAHAEAH), Semiconductor Process Chemicals (Wet & Dry) (IMAEAKAA)

Keywords

• Semiconductor test equipment
• Wet process cleaning
• Test handler equipment
• Equipment distribution services
• Maintenance calibration services

Headquarters

HQ city

Chambéry

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales (Representation): PERITEST generates revenue through the sale of semiconductor equipment (handlers, wet cleaning machines, megasonic systems, docking equipment, temperature forcing systems, laboratory equipment) as the exclusive or non-exclusive French/European representative of partner brands. Equipment includes handlers, cleaning machines, test sockets, spare parts, and accessories. Revenue is typically one-time capital expenditure for clients, with the company acting as a sales intermediary.
2. Maintenance Contracts and Services: PERITEST offers standard maintenance contracts (preventive and curative) and custom 'à la carte' maintenance services. These include on-site equipment repair, preventive maintenance visits, temperature calibration, and hardware/software updates. Services are provided by trained FSE (Field Service Engineer) technicians. Revenue from services expanded significantly in 2021 when PERITEST began offering services for equipment not originally installed by Peritest.
3. Spare Parts and Consumables: PERITEST supplies spare parts, sub-assemblies, and consumable chemicals for the equipment lines it represents. As of 2025, the company expanded into supplying industrial chemicals (polyimide coatings, etching chemistry, electroplating, Cu plating, tin/silver chemistry, bulk chemicals, mixed acid etchants, functional chemicals) through new partnerships with TORAY, ISHIHARA, and KANTO PPC. Minimum order quantity of €200.
4. Technical Training: PERITEST provides customized on-site technical training programs conducted by Senior FSE Technicians. Training is quoted based on the number of participants and specific equipment. Revenue is one-time per training session, with potential for recurring engagement as client equipment fleets evolve.
5. Installation and Commissioning: PERITEST performs equipment installation and startup services according to client safety regulations. Includes reading installation diagrams, component verification, assembly, integration, quality detection, and self-monitoring production. Bundled with equipment sales or offered as standalone service.
6. Calibration and Metrology Services: PERITEST provides temperature and hygrometry calibration services using COFRAQ-calibrated measurement equipment. Includes verification of parameter deviations vs manufacturer specifications, equipment calibration, and provision of calibration reports. Can be integrated into maintenance contracts or offered separately.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

PERITEST supplies semiconductor manufacturing and testing equipment — including front-end wet cleaning systems, megasonic systems, and back-end test handlers, temperature forcing systems, and docking accessories — as the exclusive or non-exclusive French/European representative for partner brands such as ProSys, B4C Cleaning, ECLa, Chroma, Protosemi, Turbodynamics, and Ultra-T. The company also delivers installation, commissioning, preventive and curative maintenance, calibration, technical training, and spare parts supply, positioning itself as a multi-service partner for semiconductor manufacturers across France and Europe.

Product overview

PERITEST is a French semiconductor equipment distributor and service provider offering a comprehensive portfolio of Front End and Back End equipment for the microelectronics and semiconductor industries. The Front End portfolio includes ProSys megasonic cleaning systems, B4C Cleaning wet process machines, E.C.La custom wet benches and laboratory equipment, and Ultra T cleaning machines, photoresist developers, and water reionisers. The Back End portfolio features Chroma test handlers and temperature forcing systems, ProtoSemi refurbished handlers, and Turbodynamics docking systems, manipulators, trolleys, conversion kits, and storage solutions. Services include maintenance contracts, custom maintenance, calibrations/metrology, installation, technical training, and spare parts/chemicals supply. The company serves as exclusive French representative for multiple international equipment manufacturers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• ProSys Megasonic Systems Megasonic cleaning solutions featuring ProSys transducers that use high-frequency acoustic waves to generate controlled cavitation for submicron particle removal from wafers and substrates. Includes MegPie for single-wafer processing, MegBar for in-line conveyor systems, and batch cassette-based systems. Targeted at semiconductor front-end wafer cleaning.
• B4C Cleaning Wet Process Machines French-designed and manufactured horizontal (SFC 300XH) and vertical (DFC 450XV) wet cleaning machines for single and double-sided substrate cleaning in microelectronics, semiconductor, and optics industries. Configurable with high-pressure nozzles, brushes, and megasonic options.
• E.C.La Wet Benches and Custom Laboratory Equipment Custom-made laboratory equipment including laminar flow hoods, fume hoods with extraction systems, and wet benches for microelectronics, surface treatment, cosmetics, aeronautics, and space applications. CE certified with optional ProSys megasonic cleaning integration.
• Ultra T Wet Cleaning Machines (High Pressure Jet and Brush) Manual single and double-sided cleaning equipment for microelectronics and semiconductor industries using high-pressure DI water nozzles, fog nozzles, megasonic transducers, and nylon or PVA brushes. SCSe series for single-sided and DCSe series for double-sided cleaning.
• Ultra T Photoresist Developers Automatic and semi-automatic equipment for cleaning, acidification, and development of photosensitive resins. Used for cleaning masks, quartz, silicon wafers, and glass lenses. Configurable for substrate dimensions from 25mm to 740mm.
• Ultra T DI Water Reionisers (ILR400, ILR500) Water reioniser systems using CO2 injection technology to produce deionized water for semiconductor manufacturing processes with pressure regulation for water, nitrogen, and CO2.
• Chroma Test Handlers and Temperature Forcing Systems Test handlers (3111 tabletop single site, 3210 single site) and COBRA temperature forcing systems (Cobra G3, Sea Cobra G2, King Cobra, King Cobra EX) for system level testing. Temperature ranges from -70°C to +150°C with power dissipation up to 4kW.
• Protosemi Refurbished Handlers and Spare Parts Fully rebuilt Multitest and Rasco test handlers restored to OEM specifications. Supports MT8503, MT8588, MT8589, MT8704, MT9308, MT9320, MT9510, MT9510XP, MT9918, MT9928, MT9928XM, and Rasco SO1000, SO1500, SO1800, SO2000, SO2800 models. Rental and lease programs available.
• Turbodynamics Docking Systems and Accessories Complete range of test docking systems and accessories for testers, handlers, and probers including patented P-Dock clamping technology with over 1000Kgf force, docking plates (adjustable, XL, X-Y movement), interface board changers, and direct docking solutions.
• Turbodynamics Conversion Kits Conversion kits for Multitest MT9510 Pick and Place Test Handler. Supports QFN, QFP, BGA packages with temperature range from -55°C to +175°C. Features ESD protection and customizable vacuum chucks.
• Turbodynamics Test Head Manipulators and Trolleys Test head manipulators (TD1280, TD1350, TD2080) and handling trolleys for positioning tester heads relative to handlers or probers with precision to tenths of a millimeter. Supports test heads from 100kg to 500kg with optional motorization.
• Turbodynamics Testcard and Loadboard Storage Systems Modular probecard and loadboard storage and handling systems with capacities of 30, 64, 98, or 132 storage locations. Cleanroom compatible with Industry 4.0 readiness for central management of interface cards.
• Maintenance Contracts Standard maintenance contracts offering preventive maintenance (periodic inspection and component replacement), curative maintenance (troubleshooting and repair), and temperature calibration services for handler and front-end equipment.
• Custom A La Carte Maintenance Service On-demand maintenance services tailored to customer needs including one-off repairs, regular preventive maintenance, on-site diagnosis and curative maintenance, and hardware/software updates.
• Calibration and Metrology Services Temperature and hygrometry equipment verification and calibration using COFRAQ calibrated measurement equipment. Includes parameter deviation verification against manufacturer specifications and calibration report provision.
• Equipment Installation and Start-up Complete installation and commissioning services for semiconductor equipment including reading installation diagrams, component identification, assembly, integration, connection, quality issue detection, and production self-monitoring.
• Customized On-site Technical Training Customized on-site technical training conducted by senior FSE technicians covering equipment recognition, operation, implementation, applications, and safety precautions. Training tailored to specific equipment by name and serial number.
• Technical Advice and Expertise Consulting Consulting services including collaboration with customer technical engineers, process efficiency analysis and recommendations, risk identification, technical documentation development, internal/external training facilitation, and technology monitoring.
• Spare Parts and Industrial Chemicals Supply Supply of spare parts, sub-assemblies, and equipment from partner brands (B4C Cleaning, Protosemi, Chroma, Prosys, ECLa, Turbodynamics, Ultra-T) and industrial chemicals from KANTO, TORAY, and ISHIHARA. Minimum order quantity of 200€ with urgent delivery options.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 30 years of continuous operation in semiconductor equipment representation and service in France and Europe
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Protosemi GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Protosemi GmbH is a German company dedicated to supporting Multitest and Rasco integrated circuit test handlers. The company provides fully rebuilt handlers meeting OEM specifications, rental and lease programs, and new/reconditioned spare parts. PERITEST signed a representation agreement in 2025 as a replacement for previous back-end partners. PERITEST represents Protosemi for France and Morocco.
• Chroma ATE Inc.coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025Chroma ATE Inc., founded in 1984, is a trusted partner providing comprehensive solutions in precision measurement and intelligent automation for AI, semiconductors, photonics, power electronics, and smart manufacturing. Products include Chroma 3111 and 3210 test handlers and the Cobra temperature forcing system range. PERITEST signed a representation agreement in 2025 as a replacement for previous back-end partners. PERITEST represents Chroma for France.
• TORAYsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025TORAY is a Japanese international chemical manufacturer. PERITEST signed a representation agreement in 2025 to supply TORAY industrial chemicals (specific chemistries confidential and not publicly listed on PERITEST site).
• ISHIHARAsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025ISHIHARA is a Japanese chemical manufacturer. PERITEST signed a representation agreement in 2025 to supply ISHIHARA industrial chemicals (specific chemistries confidential and not publicly listed on PERITEST site).
• KANTO PPCsupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2025KANTO PPC is a Taiwanese chemical manufacturer. PERITEST signed a representation agreement in 2025 to supply KANTO PPC industrial chemicals including polyimide coating materials, etching chemistry, electroplating, copper plating, pure tin, tin/silver chemistry, bulk chemicals, mixed acid etchants, and functional chemicals. Minimum order quantity of €200.
• ECLa (E.C.La)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2023ECLa specializes in the design and manufacturing of custom-made laboratory equipment and wet benches. Based near Grenoble, France, ECLa has produced over 100 pieces of equipment in 10+ years for microelectronics, surface treatment, cosmetics, aeronautics, and space sectors, including clients like CNRS. PERITEST is the representative for France and French-speaking regions (Switzerland and Belgium).
• B4C CleaningcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2019B4C Cleaning, a French company founded in 2018 by Charles Clauss, designs and manufactures simple and double-sided wet process cleaning machines (SFC 300XH horizontal and DFC 450XV vertical) for microelectronics, semiconductor, and optics industries. PERITEST is the representative for France and Europe (directly or via distributors). B4C Cleaning leverages PERITEST's after-sales service network for customer support.
• ProSyscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPERITEST is the exclusive representative of ProSys megasonic cleaning systems for France and French-speaking regions (Switzerland and Belgium). ProSys invents, designs, and produces megasonic systems for advanced wet process technology markets, including megasonic transducers, MegPie single-wafer systems, MegBar in-line conveyor systems, and batch wafer cassette systems. The partnership enables PERITEST to offer front-end wafer cleaning solutions to semiconductor manufacturers.
• TurbodynamicscoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorTurbodynamics develops and manufactures docking and accessories for testers, handlers, and probers, including the patented P-Dock clamping system. The company also produces test head manipulators (120-500 kg capacity), handling trolleys, conversion kits for MT9510 handlers, and test card storage systems. One-third of employees work in R&D. PERITEST is the representative for France.
• Ultra-T (Ultra-T Equipment)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUltra-T Equipment designs and manufactures wet cleaning machines (SCSE single-side, DCSE double-side), photoresist developers, and DI water reionisers for the microelectronics and semiconductor industry. Substrate dimensions from 25mm to 740mm are supported. PERITEST is the representative for France and Southern Europe.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Trymax Semiconductor Equipment B.V. Netherlands-based OEM of wet processing equipment for semiconductor manufacturers. Competes directly with the front-end equipment brands (B4C Cleaning, Ultra-T, ProSys) that PERITEST represents, targeting similar European customers.
• RENA Technologies GmbH: German manufacturer of wet process and surface treatment equipment for the semiconductor industry. Overlaps directly with the wet cleaning and wet bench categories PERITEST distributes in Europe.
• Modutek Corporation: US-based OEM of wet process equipment for semiconductor and solar manufacturing. Competes in the same wet cleaning/nitric acid processing category as the front-end brands PERITEST resells.

Broad incumbents

• Cohu, Inc. Major test handler and back-end semiconductor equipment manufacturer; acquired PERITEST's long-term partner MULTITEST in 2018. The Cohu/Multitest representation agreement ran 1995-2024, making Cohu both a former principal and a broader incumbent competitor.
• SÜSS MicroTec SE: German semiconductor equipment manufacturer with broad lithography, bonding, and coating product lines. Larger incumbent serving European fabs that PERITEST's customers also buy from.
• SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd. Japanese semiconductor equipment manufacturer with strong presence in wet cleaning and surface preparation - the exact front-end category PERITEST addresses via its represented brands.
• Lam Research Corporation: Global semiconductor equipment leader in deposition, etch, and cleaning. Sells directly to the same tier-1 European customers PERITEST serves and represents a potential disintermediation threat to local reps.
• Applied Materials, Inc. Largest semiconductor equipment company globally, with broad product coverage including wet clean and test. Direct OEM presence across Europe competes with PERITEST's representation model.
• ASML Holding N.V. Dutch-based leader in lithography equipment for semiconductor manufacturing. Anchors the European equipment ecosystem and serves the same fab customers that PERITEST supports.

Others

• VAT Group AG: Swiss-based supplier of vacuum valves and related components used widely in semiconductor fabs. Adjacent ecosystem participant whose products sit alongside the equipment PERITEST distributes and services.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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