Richardson Electronics, Ltd.

Richardson Electronics, Ltd. is a global provider of engineered solutions, specializing in power grid and microwave tubes, related consumables, power conversion, and RF and microwave components. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in LaFox, Illinois, United States. Its mission involves providing specialized technical expertise and engineered solutions through its core engineering and manufacturing capabilities, supported by a global infrastructure for design-in support, system integration, prototyping, manufacturing, testing, logistics, and aftermarket services.

The company operates through several segments, including Power and Microwave Technologies Group (PMT), Green Energy Solutions (GES), Canvys, and Healthcare. The PMT segment focuses on power grid and microwave tubes, as well as RF, wireless, and power technologies. Canvys, a division of Richardson Electronics, provides customized display solutions for various OEMs, including corporate, financial, healthcare, industrial, and medical markets. The Healthcare segment manufactures, refurbishes, and distributes replacement parts for diagnostic imaging equipment, serving hospitals, medical centers, and independent service organizations. The Green Energy Solutions (GES) segment focuses on products for numerous green energy applications, including energy storage and power management.

Edward J. Richardson serves as the Chairman of the Board, CEO, and President of Richardson Electronics, Ltd., a position he has held since September 1989. The company has recently expanded its offerings, such as the LaserSlat SAVER™ for laser cutting efficiency, and strengthened its RF & Microwave product portfolio through partnerships like the one with Nxbeam Technology. In April 2026, Richardson Electronics reported its third-quarter results, with net sales increasing year-over-year, particularly in its Power & Microwave Technologies segment. The company also announced plans to invest over $8.5 million to expand operations for battery storage systems.