Kenmec Group has established two new subsidiaries to pursue growth in semiconductor and AI infrastructure markets.
Taisic Materials will focus on silicon carbide, a third-generation semiconductor material used in power electronics, while Kentec will target the AI data center sector.
The announcement was made by founder Frank Hsieh on August 19.
What happened
Kenmec Group founder and president Frank Hsieh announced on August 19 that two new business units have been established—Taisic Materials, focusing on silicon carbide (SiC, a third-generation semiconductor material), and Kentec, targeting the AI data center market.
Why it matters
SiC semiconductors are used in power electronics and high-efficiency applications, while AI data centers represent a fast-growing infrastructure segment. These moves position Kenmec to serve two expanding markets beyond its core business.
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The article does not specify launch timelines, product details, or financial targets for either unit.
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Kenmec Group's establishment of Taisic Materials and Kentec represents a deliberate diversification into two high-growth technology markets. Silicon carbide semiconductors have become strategically important as demand for energy-efficient power conversion grows across electric vehicles, renewable energy, and industrial applications. Simultaneously, the AI data center market has emerged as a critical infrastructure category driven by the rollout of large language models and enterprise AI deployment. By creating dedicated subsidiaries rather than pursuing these segments within existing operations, Kenmec appears to be signaling a committed, long-term investment in each market.
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