Fairchild Semiconductor is a leading global provider of semiconductor technology that powers the products we use and makes them more energy efficient. Fairchild continues to build on its rich history of innovation to address one of the greatest challenges we face today – reducing wasted energy and improving efficiency in an increasingly power-hungry world. The Power Franchise?: Driving Energy-Efficient Solutions The conservation of energy and the development of energy-efficient products is a critical challenge facing the world today. Energy-efficient solutions from Fairchild play a pivotal role in answering these design issues. With advanced packaging, proprietary technologies and experience in both the design and manufacturing of power semiconductors, Fairchild’s products provide the electronics industry with innovative ways to conserve energy. Fairchild’s high performance semiconductors optimize energy in applications such as power supplies, mobile, lighting, motor, computing, consumer and automotive applications. Pioneers in the Semiconductor Industry Fairchild is regarded as the “Father of Silicon Valley,” with a history of leading-edge innovation; this tradition continues today through the design and development of high performance, innovative and energy efficient products. Established in 1957, the goal of the original company was the development and production of silicon diffused transistors and other semiconductor devices. In 1958, Fairchild developed the planar transistor and with it a new industry was born. Today, Fairchild is a global leader delivering energy-efficient analog, discrete, signal path and optoelectronic solutions. The global concern for energy efficiency calls upon businesses and individuals to each do our part. Fairchild is focused on the design and development of products that foster a greener, ‘cooler’ world, and we will continue to work closely with leading electronic manufacturers to understand the power challenges of new platforms and develop innovative technologies that break new barriers in efficiency.