Axcelis Technologies, Inc. designs, manufactures, and services ion implantation, dry strip, and other processing equipment used in the fabrication of semiconductor chips worldwide. It offers high energy implanters, such as Optima XEx, a single wafer tool for high energy applications; high current implanters comprising Optima HDx, a single wafer product for high current applications; and Purion M, a medium current ion implant system. The company also provides dry strip systems for smaller wafers. In addition, it provides aftermarket service and support, including spare parts, equipment upgrades, and maintenance services to the semiconductor industry. The company sells its equipment and services to semiconductor chip manufacturers through direct sales force. Axcelis Technologies, Inc. was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Beverly, Massachusetts.