Applied Materials, Inc. received orders from Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) for 300mm equipment to manufacture its future advanced 65nm-generation 64-bit microprocessors. The orders cover a broad range of process technologies, including Applied's most advanced etch systems, as well as a comprehensive suite of metrology and inspection tools. The systems are scheduled to begin shipping to AMD's new 300mm Fab 36 in Dresden, Germany, in late calendar 2004.