Akrion Systems LLC company makes surface preparation equipment that readies semiconductor wafers for high-precision processes during manufacturing of microchips and other high-tech components. Akrion's tools are used in producing logic and memory parts, microelectromechanical system (MEMS) devices, photovoltaic solar cells, flat-panel displays, and photomasks. Its customers include Analog Devices, BAE SYSTEMS, Hewlett-Packard, Intel, MEMC Electronic Materials, Micron Technology, and Samsung Electronics. In 2008 Akrion's assets were acquired by Bayside Capital, an affiliate of H.I.G. Capital.

ZBD Displays designs and supplies. Dubbed an epop (electronic point of purchase), the zero-powered, bistable liquid-crystal display (LCD) attaches to a shelf to give product information. The epop interacts with a two-way "Bounce" communications device, which is controlled by the retailer's IT system, to wirelessly update. Customers comprise more than 20 retailers, such as PCC Natural Markets, across Europe and the US. ZBD's technology is also used by wireless communications carriers, like AS EMT, in wireless phones and PDAs, as well as by architectural signage companies. ZBD is owed by venture capital groups, including DFJ Esprit and Dow Chemical.

Netlist, Inc., designs, manufactures and sells memory subsystems primarily for the server, high-performance computing and communications markets. The Company’s memory subsystems consist of dynamic random access memory integrated circuits (DRAM ICs), NAND flash memory (NAND) and other components assembled on a printed circuit board (PCB). The Company also design custom semiconductor logic devices which are integrated into its memory subsystems. Net sales to the two customers: Dell and Hewlett Packard, represented approximately 90% of the Company’s net sales during the fiscal year ended January 3, 2009 (fiscal 2008). Net sales to some of its original equipment manufacturer (OEM) customers include memory modules that are qualified by Netlist, Inc. directly with the OEM customer and sold to electronic manufacturing services providers (EMSs), for incorporation into products manufactured exclusively for the OEM customer.

K-Tron International, Inc., through its subsidiaries, engages in the design, production, marketing, sale, and servicing of material handling equipment and systems for a range of industrial markets worldwide. It offers various feeding equipment, such as single and twin-screw feeders, belt feeders, and vibratory feeders used in plastics compounding, base resin production, food, and chemical and pharmaceutical industries; mass flow meters, which measure and control the flow of material from a storage vessel; weight sensors and controls; and a line of pneumatic conveying equipment, including components, such as loaders, blower packages, diverter valves, rotary valves, in-line filters, and other ancillary equipment. The company also designs, manufactures, markets, and sells size reduction equipment consisting of hammer mills, wood hogs, and double roll crushers used in power generation, coal and minerals mining, pulp and paper, and wood and forest products industries. In addition, K-Tron International sells replacement parts; designs, produces, and tests electronic assemblies; and manufactures volumetric and gravimetric feeders, pelletizers, screen changers, and other equipment for compounding and injection molding manufacturers. It markets and sells its products under K-Tron Feeders and K-Tron Premier brand names. The company was founded in 1964 and is based in Pitman, New Jersey.

Mikron Infrared company makes instruments that measure the temperature of objects without touching them -- a necessity for industrial applications, such as making glass and ceramics, or monitoring boilers and compressors. Its products include portable and fixed infrared thermometers, high-resolution thermal imagers, fiber-optic infrared sensors, heat switches, calibration devices, and related accessories. Mikron also provides custom-designed systems, specialized housings and enclosures, and software development services.

Quantum Marketing company is an electronics and semiconductor manufacturers' representative. The company partners with distributors such as Arrow Electronics, Avnet, Digi-Key, and Newark InOne to sell the goods of manufacturers, including Cavium Networks, Lattice Semiconductor, Texas Instruments, Viking InterWorks, and Valpey-Fisher. It operates in the southeastern US, with offices in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina, and South Carolina.

ESS Technology, Inc. was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Fremont, California with research and development, sales, and technical support offices in the United States and internationally. ESS Technology, Inc. engages in designing and marketing video and audio semiconductors for consumer, entertainment, home, and automotive markets. Its products include integrated mixed-signal semiconductors, hardware, software, and system solutions for digital video, media players, and audio systems. The company provides system-on-chip devices, including HD enhanced DVD processors, HDMI transmitters, and automotive DVD decoders; and single-chip digital media player solutions for digital picture frame, hard-drive media player, digital signage media player, and photo/video IP phone applications. It also offers audio DAC solutions; audio ADC solution, an analog-to-digital converter for Blu-ray player, audio processor, audio pre-amplifier, A/V receiver, recording system, mixer console, and digital audio workstation applications; VoIP SOC solutions for IP phones and adaptors; and TV tuners for analog and digital terrestrial and cable TV reception. The company sells its products to consumer electronics manufacturers and distributors.

Analog Devices, Inc. was founded in 1965 and is headquartered in Norwood, Massachusetts. Analog Devices, Inc. (Analog Devices) designs, manufactures and markets analog, mixed-signal and digital signal processing integrated circuits (ICs) used in industrial, communication, computer and consumer applications. The Company’s signal processing products translates light, sound, temperature, motion and pressure into electrical signals to be used in a range of electronic equipment. Its ICs are designed to address a range of signal processing applications. The Company’s products include Analog Products and Digital Signal Processing Products. As of October 31, 2009, Analog Devices had approximately 60,000 customers worldwide.

Sonic Manufacturing Technologies provides contract printed circuit board (PCB) design and assembly services. Sonic company also offers prototyping, cable and connector assembly, box build (complete system) integration, materials management, and testing services. Its manufacturing facility has more than 68,000 sq. ft. of space and boasts six PCB production lines. Sonic Manufacturing was established in 1996 by Ken Raab (president), Robert Pereyda (VP), and Henry Woo (senior process engineer). Sonic company's management together holds the majority ownership in Sonic Manufacturing.

The John A. Becker Company is led by its founder's grandson, chairman and CEO Thomas J. Becker, and has continued since 1920 as a family-held independent. Becker's and Becker Electric Supply, the company distributes electrical supplies, commercial and residential lighting, and automation controls through locations in Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, and Ohio. Becker's carries lines from Belden, Emerson, Fluke, General Cable, Honeywell, Philips, Siemens, and Woodhead Industries, among many big brand manufacturers. Catering to OEMs and MROs (Honda of America Manufacturing and AK Steel are customers), it also offers maintenance, repair, and related operations support.

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