EPCOS

EPCOS manufactures passive components including EMC, ferrites, ceramic, capacitors, non-linear resistors, surge arresters and surface acoustic. On July 31, 2008 TDK launched an offer to buy all outstanding shares of EPCOS, thus acquiring 100% of EPCOS. Value of the acquisition transaction was on the order of YEN 200 Billion (approx. US$ 1.859 billion)

EPCOS, a TDK Group Company, develops, manufactures and markets electronic components and systems, focusing on fast-growing leading-edge technology markets, which include automotive electronics, industrial electronics and consumer electronics as well as information and communications technology. Thanks to the 24,000 employees at some 20 design and production locations and an extensive sales network, the company is globally positioned – beyond the provision of standard products – to work closely with customers and create the right solutions for them.

Products

The diverse range of EPCOS components, modules and systems includes capacitors, ferrites and inductors, piezo and protection devices, as well as sensors.

Electronic components and systems are found today in almost every item of electrical equipment, where they are essential for guaranteeing perfect functionality. They perform key functions in cars and trucks, industrial machine tools and in electric railways, wind farms and photovoltaic plants, as well as in washing machines, LED lamps, smartphones, notebooks and televisions. In all these applications EPCOS solutions ensure the supply of power, protect electronic circuits and ensure their fault-free operation.

TDK Corporation is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of electronic components and systems. TDK’s portfolio includes passive components, such as ceramic, aluminum electrolytic and film capacitors, ferrites and inductors, high-frequency products, and piezo and protection components, as well as sensors and sensor systems. These products are marketed under the product brands TDK, EPCOS, InvenSense, Micronas, and Tronics. TDK focuses on demanding markets in the areas of information and communication technology and automotive, industrial and consumer electronics. TDK Corporation is a leading electronics company based in Tokyo, Japan. It was established in 1935 to commercialize ferrite, a key material in electronic and magnetic products. TDK’s portfolio includes passive components, such as ceramic, aluminum electrolytic and film capacitors, ferrites and inductors, high-frequency products, and piezo and protection components, as well as sensors and sensor systems and power supplies. These products are marketed under the product brands TDK, EPCOS, InvenSense, Micronas, Tronics and TDK-Lambda. TDK’s further main product groups include magnetic application products, energy devices, and flash memory application devices. TDK focuses on demanding markets in the areas of information and communication technology and automotive, industrial and consumer electronics.