Richardson Electronics Announces Date of Second Quarter Fiscal 2016 Conference Call

LaFox, IL, Sunday, January 3, 2016: Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) plans to release its financial results for its second quarter ended November 28, 2015, after the close of business on Wednesday, January 6, 2016. The release will be distributed by Business Wire and will be available on the Company’s website at www.rell.com.

On Thursday, January 7, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. CT, Edward J. Richardson, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, and Robert Ben, Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s second quarter results. A question and answer session will be included as part of the call’s agenda. To listen to the call, please dial (888) 339-2688 and enter passcode 10252773 approximately five minutes prior to the start of the call. A replay of the call will be available beginning at 12:00 a.m. CT on January 8, 2016, for seven days. The telephone numbers for the replay are (USA) (888) 286-8010 and (International) (617) 801-6888; passcode 20640822.

About Richardson Electronics

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Richardson Electronics Promotes Wendy Diddell to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) today announced Wendy Diddell has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. The Richardson Electronics’ Board of Directors approved this promotion on December 23, 2015.

Wendy joined RELL in June 2003 as its Vice President and General Manager of the Security Systems Division (“SSD”). Under Wendy’s management, operating performance of SSD improved dramatically which positioned the division to be sold to Honeywell for $80 million in June 2007. Wendy was then promoted to Executive Vice President of Corporate Development and General Manager of Canvys. In her corporate development role, Wendy was instrumental in helping with the sale of RFPD to Arrow Electronics in March 2011 for $238 million. Since that time she shared responsibility for the administration of EDG, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Marketing Communications, Healthcare and Product Development. Wendy has also been a key contributor in the acquisitions of IMES, WVS, D&C Electronics and Powerlink.

“I am extremely pleased that the Board of Directors has agreed to recognize Wendy’s many contributions to Richardson Electronics by promoting her to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer,” said Edward Richardson, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board.

ABOUT RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS, LTD.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Contacts

Richardson Electronics, Ltd.
Edward J. Richardson
Chairman and CEO
Phone: (630) 208-2340
E-mail: info@rell.com

Richardson Electronics and Applied Power Systems Sign Global Distribution Agreement

LaFox, IL, Wednesday, December 9, 2015–Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) announced today a new global distribution agreement with Applied Power Systems, Inc., a leading U.S. manufacturer of high-power inverters, converters, AC controllers and custom power assemblies. The agreement aligns with both companies’ pursuits of supplying and supporting high performance products to meet key customer requirements.

 

Applied Power Systems (APS) has been a power electronics engineering and manufacturing company specializing in power conversion assemblies and thermal management of high power semiconductors since 1996. It offers in-house design and modelling of inverter and converter assemblies, along with an extensive portfolio that includes:

 

  • Driver boards for IGBTs, MOSFETS and SCRs with fiber optic interfaces
  • Power stack products, including solid state switches for AC and DC applications, IGBTs, SCRs, rectifier assemblies, bridges, power converters and inverters, and
  • Bar clamps for disc-type semiconductors and thermal management products

 

Founded in 1947, Richardson Electronics is a global channel partner for world-class electron devices, power electronics, and RF and microwave components.

 

“APS applies unique, high technology solutions in the design and manufacture of a broad array of power stacks,” said Greg Peloquin, Executive Vice President of Richardson Electronics’ Power & Microwave Technologies group. “We look forward to working with APS’ experienced engineering staff and introducing their full line of power stage products, complete testing capabilities and turnkey solutions to a wider range of customers around the world.”

 

“Richardson Electronics’ global presence means our products will be more accessible to key customers in countries beyond the U.S.,” said Jim Murphy, President of APS. “With Richardson Electronics’ ability to provide exceptional technical support, I fully expect that together we can enhance our capability to develop ideal solutions for our customers.”

 

About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

 

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

 

About Applied Power Systems

Applied Power Systems, Inc. is an industry leading manufacturer of advanced power conversion products, power electronic controls and high power semiconductor thermal management solutions. APS applies unique, high technology solutions in the design and manufacture of a wide array of power control systems, ranging from high power AC and DC Power Supplies to Driver Circuits for IGBT, SCR, MOSFET devices. Our Power Stage products include IGBT Inverter Stacks, AC/DC, DC/DC, DC/AC Converters, AC Phase Controllers, High Power Rectifier Bridges, Solid State Switches for AC and DC applications, and high power semiconductor assemblies. Our products include board level products such as drivers for IGBTs, MOSFETs and SCRs as well as fiber-optic interfaces and Snubber boards. Our System Level products include Ultra-Precise Power Supplies and Uninterruptible Power Supplies for on-board Rail Applications, for Hi-temperature and Low-temperature Cryogenic magnets, Hi-voltage Modulators, Frequency Changers, Motor Drives & Controls, Battery Chargers and a host of specialized supplies and inverter systems. More information is available at www.appliedps.com.

 

For Details Contact:                             

Julie Teinert
Director, Strategic Marketing
Phone: (469) 344-8812
jteinert@rell.com

Richardson Healthcare at RSNA 2015

A Better Choice for Parts | Tubes | Training | Displays | DR Solutions

LaFox, Illinois – November 24, 2015… Richardson Healthcare, a division of Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL), will be showcasing high-value solutions for the diagnostic imaging market at the upcoming 2015 Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) Annual Meeting . Located at Booth 7913, North Hall in McCormick Place, Chicago IL, highlights include:

• Richardson Electronics’ recent acquisition, International Medical Equipment and Service (IMES), a leading provider of cost-saving replacement parts and training for major brands of CT and MRI equipment
• New Image Systems N-Series diagnostic display monitor series including 2, 3 and 5 MP displays with a new sleeker design, including a new 5MP color display
• Thales’ ArtPix™ EZ2GO DR system, an easy and affordable solution for migrating from analog or computed radiography to digital radiography
• Ergonomic radiological furniture station featuring the Anthro Carl’s Table

To schedule an appointment or product demonstration at the show, please visit: https://www.rellhealthcare.com/rsna15.

 

About Richardson Healthcare – A Division of Richardson Electronics

Richardson Electronics Healthcare provides flexible, efficient high-value diagnostic imaging replacement parts, components, and technical support to hospitals, diagnostic imaging centers, medical institutions, independent service organizations and more. We have a focused product selection of diagnostic imaging components and displays, as well as robust in-house manufacturing capabilities. In addition, we provide CT Service training, complete post-sale service and support, including installation support, maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration and conformance. For more information, visit us at www.rellhealthcare.com.

 

About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; high value displays, flat panel solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available online at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

 

For details, contact:

Karina Macholz
Global Marketing Communications Manager
Phone: 630.208.2618
Email: karinam@rell.com

IDT and Richardson Electronics Team for Global Distribution of RF Products

Richardson Electronics Will Cover North America, Europe and Asia as Distributor for IDT’s Fast-Growing RF Portfolio

SAN JOSE, Calif., Nov. 3, 2015–Integrated Device Technology, Inc.® (IDT®) (NASDAQ: IDTI) today announced it is partnering with Richardson Electronics Ltd. (NASDAQ:RELL) to distribute IDT’s leading RF and RF timing products throughout North America, Europe and Asia. The LaFox, Ill.-based distributor has a large team of experienced RF specialists to work with customers interested in IDT’s rapidly expanding portfolio of innovation-driven RF products.

 

“IDT has a stellar line of RF products, and Richardson Electronics looks forward to spreading the word around the globe as we serve as an extension of IDT’s engineering team,” said Greg Peloquin, executive vice president of Richardson Electronics’ Power & Microwave Technologies group. “We don’t just price a part number; we work with our customer to determine the best parts for their application, offering application support, cross referencing, testing, logistics, and even aftermarket technical service.”

 

IDT’s RF portfolio is entirely silicon based, offering distinct advantages over older RF devices built around gallium arsenide. IDT’s RF products include attenuators, mixers, modulators and demodulators, variable gain amplifiers, switches and RF timing devices. The devices are used in a myriad of applications that demand innovative high-performance RF solutions.

 

“In just a few short years, IDT has developed an extremely strong portfolio of RF products with 15 million pieces shipped, and we wanted to partner with a distributor that’s equally strong,” said Mario Montana, vice president and chief sales officer at IDT. “Richardson Electronics has experience servicing and developing the RF semiconductor channel. Their team has the expertise to work with customers on today’s most challenging designs and show how IDT’s technology can help them reach their goals.”

 

About IDT RF Products

IDT offers high-performance and full-featured radio frequency (RF) mixer and gain control products that deliver exceptional performance in compact packages. The RF signal path products include low-power, low-distortion RF to intermediate frequency (IF) mixers, low-noise high-performance intermediate frequency (IF) variable gain amplifiers (VGA), low-noise high-performance digital step attenuators (DSA), and high-performance low-insertion loss RF switches. These devices are ideal for products such as cellular 4G base stations, broadband repeaters, distributed antenna systems and microwave backhaul equipment.

 

About IDT

Integrated Device Technology, Inc. develops system-level solutions that optimize its customers’ applications. IDT uses its market leadership in timing, serial switching and interfaces, and adds analog and system expertise to provide complete application-optimized, mixed-signal solutions for the communications, computing and consumer segments. Headquartered in San Jose, Calif., IDT has design, manufacturing, sales facilities and distribution partners throughout the world. IDT stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Stock Market® under the symbol “IDTI.” Additional information about IDT is accessible at www.IDT.com. Follow IDT on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, YouTube and Google+.

 

About Richardson Electronics

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

 

IDT and the IDT logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Integrated Device Technology, Inc. All other brands, product names and marks are or may be trademarks or registered trademarks used to identify products or services of their respective owners.

Richardson Electronics Introduces K-Band Silicon SATCOM Rx Quad-Core IC from Anokiwave

LaFox, IL, Thursday, October 29, 2015 – Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) announced today the availability of a new K-band silicon SATCOM Rx quad-core integrated circuit from Anokiwave, Inc.

 

The highly-integrated AWS-0102 is intended for satellite communications applications. The device supports four dual-polarization radiating elements with full programmable polarization flexibility. It provides 22 dB gain with a noise figure of 3.4 dB. Additional features include gain compensation over temperature and temperature reporting.

 

The new IC offers ESD protection on all pins, operates from +1.8 V, and is packaged in a 56-lead, 7 mm x 7 mm PQFN for easy installation in planar phased array antennas.

 

“The AWS-0102 is another example of how Anokiwave is opening new markets for AESA multi-element beam forming ICs,” said Chris Marshall, Vice President Global Sales of Richardson Electronics’ Power & Microwave Technologies group. “Our global, highly-technical sales team is eager to promote this device and the entire series of Anokiwave Silicon AESA Quad Core ICs to existing and prospective customers.”

 

Robert Donahue, Anokiwave CEO, added, “This latest product release is the second in our series of Silicon AESA Quad Core ICs that we believe will set a new standard in the industry for AESA multi-element beam forming ICs, as Anokiwave continues to innovate and deliver parts that will revolutionize multiple markets with affordable solutions.”

 

Additional key features of the AWS-0102 include:

  • Flexible polarization (RHCP, LHCP, linear)
  • 5-bit phase control (LSB=11.25°)
  • 5-bit gain (LSB=0.5 dB, DR=15.5 dB)
  • 0.3 W DC power

 

To find more information, please visit the AWS-0102 product detail page at rellpower.com. The device is also available by calling 1-800-348-5580, emailing rellpower@rell.com, or visiting Local Sales Support to locate worldwide sales engineers. To learn about additional Anokiwave products, please visit the Anokiwave storefront. Playback of an Anokiwave webinar, “Highly Integrated Silicon ICs – A Disruptive Technology for Phased Arrays,” is also available online until March 30, 2016.

 

About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Richardson Electronics at FABTECH 2015

LaFox, IL, Monday, October 26, 2015 – Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL), a leading global manufacturer and supplier of the highest quality replacement RF tubes since 1947, announces today its participation at FABTECH 2015. FABTECH is North America’s largest metal forming,  fabricating, welding and finishing event. It brings together more than 40,000 attendees and 1,500 exhibiting companies to showcase world-class suppliers, the latest industry products and developments, and new solutions for metal forming, fabricating, welding and finishing needs.

WHERE

Booth S2024, McCormick Place,Chicago, IL

 

WHEN

November 9-12, 2015

 

WHAT

As an exhibitor, Richardson Electronics will present its capabilities in developing unique, user-specific after-market solutions for CO2 laser users, including its new flame-retardant, heat-resistant round laser bellows for state-of-the-art CO2 lasers. These new round bellows feature:

  • Patented design;
  • High quality, flame-retardant, heat-resistant materials;
  • Peak performance on high-speed lasers; and
  • Suitable for use in laser machines from Bystronic® and Trumpf®.

Richardson Electronics sales engineers and technical specialists will be at the booth offering support and solutions for attendees’ design challenges and issues for replacement RF tubes and consumables for CO2 lasers.

 

INTERVIEWS & PHOTO OPPORTUNITIES

Claudio Schutz, Vice President, Industrial Services and Electron Device Group, will be available at the Richardson Electronics booth (S2024) to answer media questions during exhibition hours on November 10, 2015. Scheduled interviews and photo opportunities are also available. Please contact Julie Teinert (jteinert@rell.com) for an appointment.

 

WWW

FABTECH 2015 | RELLASER

 

About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Trumpf® is a registered trademark of Trumpf GmbH & Co. KG. Richardson Electronics, Ltd. Is an unaffiliated distributor of replacement parts for use in Trumpf® laser systems.

Richardson Electronics Announces Date of First Quarter 2016 Conference Call

LaFox, IL, Wednesday, September 30, 2015: Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) plans to release its financial results for its first quarter 2016, after the close of businesson Wednesday, October 7, 2015. The release will be distributed by Business Wire and will be available on the Company’s website at www.rell.com.

On Thursday, October 8, 2015, at 9:00 a.m. CT, Edward J. Richardson, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Robert J. Ben, Chief Financial Officer, will host a conference call to discuss the Company’s first quarter results for fiscal 2016. A question and answer session will be included as part of the call’s agenda. To listen to the call, please dial (888) 339-2688 and enter passcode 20539434 approximately five minutes prior to the start of the call. A replay of the call will be available beginning at 12:00 a.m. CT on October 9, 2015, for seven days. The telephone numbers for the replay are (USA) (888) 286-8010 and (International) (617) 801-6888; passcode 60014595.

ABOUT RICHARDSON ELECTRONICS, LTD.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.

Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQGlobal Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. and Anokiwave Sign Global Distribution Agreement

LaFox, IL, Tuesday, September 29, 2015 – Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (NASDAQ: RELL) announced today a new global distribution agreement with Anokiwave, a provider of highly-integrated silicon core chips and III-V front-end integrated circuits (“ICs”). The agreement aligns with Anokiwave’s focus on supporting customers and new opportunities with highly-technical support to provide innovative solutions for the most challenging applications.

Anokiwave is a leading provider of highly-integrated core chip and IC solutions that enables emerging millimeter-wave and Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) markets.

Richardson Electronics is a global channel partner for world-class electron devices, power electronics, and RF & microwave components.

“Pioneering the millimeter-wave revolution with new and disruptive technology, Anokiwave develops highly-integrated silicon core chips and compound semiconductor ICs for next generation markets,” said Greg Peloquin, Executive Vice President of Richardson Electronics’ Power & Microwave Technologies group. “Our global, highly-technical sales team is eager and excited to promote these new products and technologies to key customers, identify new opportunities and gain design wins.”

“This agreement significantly strengthens the technical support we can provide to customers and increases our reach to promote our new products and technology,” stated Robert Donahue, CEO of Anokiwave. “Richardson Electronics’ extensive global network of sales engineers will help customers select the best-fit products for next generation millimeter-wave systems.

About Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a leading global provider of engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes and related consumables; power conversion and RF and microwave components; high value displays, flat panel detector solutions and replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment; and customized display solutions. We serve customers in the alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, broadcast, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific and semiconductor markets. The Company’s strategy is to provide specialized technical expertise and “engineered solutions” based on our core engineering and manufacturing capabilities. The Company provides solutions and adds value through design-in support, systems integration, prototype design and manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket technical service and repair through its global infrastructure. More information is available at www.rell.com.Richardson Electronics common stock trades on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the ticker symbol RELL.

About Anokiwave

Anokiwave is a cutting edge provider of highly-integrated core chip solutions that enables emerging mm-Wave and AESA markets. Anokiwave’s creative system architectures and optimal selection of semiconductor technologies solve the toughest engineering problems. Anokiwave is based in San Diego, California and operates design centers in Phoenix, Arizona and Boston, Massachusetts. More information is available at www.anokiwave.com.