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Methode is a leader in military and aerospace design, engineering and manufacturing solutions that meet the highest industry standards for reliability, quality, performance and security. With decades of experience, our collaboration with leading contractors including Boeing, EADS, General Dynamics, Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman has led to numerous successful launches that were on time and on budget. Methode understands the contracting process, is ITAR compliant, and has achieved NADCAP and AS9100 certification.
Methode is... designing field-tested solutions to support military and aerospace needs worldwide.
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Methode's products are used in land-based combat vehicles and critical communications systems. Working with prime contractors and subcontractors, our engineering teams designed and manufactured power-distribution solutions for the Stryker armored combat vehicle, Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) program, Bradley Fighting Vehicle (BFV) and COBRA land-based radar.
Methode has developed sophisticated power solutions for military air applications, including communication and radar subsystems and components for the F-35 Joint-Strike Fighter, Global Hawk unmanned aerial vehicle, CH-53 helicopters and numerous missile-guidance systems.
A trusted design and manufacturing partner of U.S. Navy contractors, Methode plays an important role in the design and manufacture of next-generation power distribution subsystems for a variety of programs. Methode power solutions are used in systems ranging from combat system controls to sea-based missile-monitoring radar and submarine power-distribution systems.
With AS9100 certification, Methode's products meet the stringent quality standards required by major airline manufacturers worldwide. Our experienced design engineers collaborate with aerospace industry contractors to develop lightweight, highly reliable solutions for power-distribution systems. From the Airbus 380 to the Boeing 787, Methode supplies energy-efficient, value-driven custom-engineered solutions to meet the needs of this market.
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Methode's field-tested secure-communications system equipment withstands harsh environment and combat conditions—such as those found in Afghanistan where it is used by embedded NATO forces to provide secure and reliable communications. Our communication equipment is a backbone of secure communication systems that require durability, dependability and value for military and commercial applications.
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Designed for multiple industries, our Torque sensors utilize Magneto-Elastic, eddy current, and optical technologies in numerous applications to enhance product performance |
Methode's Biometric Sensing, using multi-spectral imaging, enables identity verification based on the unique characteristics of human skin structure. Personal recognition from unique physical attributes offers a powerful tool for identity management. |
A leading provider of Bus Bar solutions, Methode delivers products that meet RoHS and REACH standards, as well as UL-certified assemblies. We provide sales, engineering and manufacturing support from our facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. Our experienced teams of engineers, supported by our regional design centers, collaborate with our customers to turn their concepts into high-performing, cost-effective solutions. |
A global leader in the design and manufacture of low-voltage drop power cabling systems, Methode offers total manufacturing support. From designing concepts and engineering prototypes through to high-volume production, our extensive line of innovative process allows for easily customized solutions to meet the most challenging power distribution applications. All our products are RoHS and REACH compliant. |
Methode offers three contact technologies for high current power connectors: PowerBud™, WovenBud™ and the RK Series. All of our contact systems offer superior electrical performance, including lower resistance, higher cycle life and lower insertion force, to meet our customers' demanding requirements. |
Conductive shrink tubing provides EMI/RFI and ESD shielding around joints and seams. |
Aerospace Engines and Flight ControlHighly repeatable and offering rapid response to change, our aerospace sensors provide closed-loop control in extreme temperature environments and accurate measurements for sensitive controlled applications. |
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Robust identity verification using proven multi-spectral imaging technology that verifies unique characteristics of the user's finger at the cellular level. With this technology, you can expect complete accuracy, in any environment. |
Magneto-elastic technology offers accurate and reliable non-contact sensing of magnetic profiles and measurement of low Gauss fields. |
TouchSensor™ is the unchallenged leader in touch-activated user interface. Innovative field-effect technology requires no software, has no moving parts to wear out, and is field-proven with over 200 million digital touch-sensitive switches in use around the world. |
Methode's aqueous-based screen printed cermet, Polymer Thick Film (PTF) and inkjet printable conductive inks are used for a wide range of application-specific sensor substrates. |
Optical technology uses photo detectors, lens systems and code disks to perform non-contact, high resolution, angle, phase and absolute position measurement. |
HapticsMethode's haptic sensory feedback offers revolutionary features that are not possible with traditional mechanical switches, touch screens, and encoders, including context sensitivity, precision control, and programmable tactile feedback. |
Radio Frequency (RF)Do more with less.... Control your machines and equipment from safe, strategic distances with reliable radio-frequency technology. From tower cranes to concrete pumps to conveyor systems and more, Hetronic's ergonomically-designed and field-proven radio remote controls provide unparalleled operator mobility and smooth, intuitive operation. |
Transceivers and Smart DAC technology allow for system expansion without network interruption. |
Out-of-the-box functionality utilizing the latest UHF technology allows for the immediate tracking of assets and inventory movement. |
Tribology Contact TechnologyOur contact technology uses numerous parallel contact points to achieve low insertion force and high cycle life. |
Using no-crimp fused strands, this efficient cabling option ensures a low-voltage-drop connection. |
In-House Testing & ValidationMethode's in-house testing facilities are able to meet a variety of international standards and test to customer specifications. |
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| MAY 8, 2013 | Chicago, IL – May 8, 2013 - Methode Development Company (MDC), a division of Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), a global developer of custom engineered and application specific products and solutions, announced the release of an improved development kit that allows engineers to create functional electrical circuits with a piezo electric printhead inkjet desktop printer, eliminating tooling and reducing development time.
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| APR 18, 2013 | Chicago, IL – April 18, 2013 - Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), a global developer of custom engineered and application specific products and solutions, today announced it has been named one of “America’s 100 Most Trustworthy Companies” by Forbes for the second year in a row.
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| APR 16, 2013 | Mike Stibgen of Methode’s Power Solutions Group demonstrates the new SmartPower Stack™ at APEC 2013. Check it out here
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| MAR 18, 2013 | The SmartPower Stack™ is a fully integrated, deployment-ready commercial embedded system for high-volume solar, photovoltaic, wind, hybrid electric and electric vehicles, as well as high capacity uninterruptible power supply and efficient motor drive applications.
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| MAR 11, 2013 | Methode’s new SmartPower Stack™ (SPS), a state-of-the-art power inverter/converter is being unveiled at APEC 2013, the premier event in applied power electronics, at the Long Beach Convention March 17 to 21, 2013.
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| NOV 29, 2012 | Chicago, IL - November 29, 2012 - Methode Electronics, Inc. (Methode) (NYSE: MEI), a global designer and manufacturer of electro-mechanical devices and a leader in conductive inks for printed electronics, will exhibit at the ID Tech Printed Electronics USA 2012 tradeshow, Booth # G04, on December 5&6, 2012, at the Santa Clara Convention Center in Santa Clara, Calif.
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| NOV 27, 2012 | Group Creates the Industry’s First Power Stack with Integrated, Deployment-Ready FPGA-Based Control System for High-Volume Grid-Tied Power Converters and Motor/Generator Drives.
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| JUN 21, 2012 | Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI) and AgileSwitch, LLC announced today a marketing and technology partnership. As part of this agreement, AgileSwitch, LLC will provide leading edge IGBT gate drives which provide the highest performance for energy conversion inverters and systems. Methode Electronics’ Power Solution Group will supply state-of-the-art bus bar architectures and thermal management solutions in combination with local design capabilities and global manufacturing.
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| APR 26, 2012 | dataMate™, a division of Methode Electronics, Inc.’s (NYSE: MEI) Data Solutions Group, announced today the development of a patent pending SFP+ cage system with advanced thermal management features to prevent data error and hardware failure due to excessive heat.
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| APR 6, 2012 | Forbes recently identified what they called, "the most transparent and trustworthy businesses that trade on American exchanges," utilizing quantitative and qualitative analysis to look beyond the raw data on public companies’ income statements and balance sheets to assess the true quality of corporate accounting and management practices.
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| JAN 24, 2012 | Methode Power Solutions Group will have a significant presence at AABC this year, emphasizing its industry leading technologies, products and a global manufacturing footprint.
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| JAN 24, 2012 | Methode Power Solutions Group will have a significant presence at APEC this year with an emphasis on its industry leading power technologies, products and a global manufacturing footprint.
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| JAN 24, 2012 | Methode Electronics Power Solutions Group, a division of Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE:MEI), today announced its cable and wire termination technology, known as FusionLug™, is now Underwriter Laboratories (UL) recognized.
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| NOV 14, 2011 | Hetronic passes its ISO 9001; 2008 audit and adds two new partners under the ISO 9001 umbrella, showing a commitment to quality and customer needs.
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| NOV 11, 2011 | New Hetronic RC Receiver - the RX ES CAN-HL translates to any mobile operation such as loader cranes and concrete pumps, but also has other field applications like mining, boat lifts and digger derricks...
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| NOV 11, 2011 | Hetronic's annual Partner's Meeting to be held on April 15th, 2011, in conjunction with participation in INTERMAT 2012.
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| MAR 23, 2010 | Methode announces that its Power Solutions Group manufacturing facilities in Rolling Meadows, Illinois and Mriehel, Malta have been awarded accreditation to the AS9100 International Aerospace Quality System Standard...
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| DEC 9, 2009 | With the addition of Rapid Decompression (Change of Altitude) to its line-up of test capabilities, Trace Laboratories, Inc., can now satisfy this test requirement for...
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| OCT 1, 2008 | Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), a global designer and manufacturer of electromechanical devices, today announced that it has acquired business assets of Hetronic Holding, LLC (Hetronic)...
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| MAR 12, 2008 | Methode Electronics, Inc. (NYSE: MEI), a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystem devices, recently announced that it has acquired the business assets of Tribotek, Inc.,...
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| JUN 21, 2007 | Methode Development Company, a subsidiary of Methode Electronics, Inc., has developed a lightweight and portable food-warming storage solution that uses Methode’s own carbon-fiber heating technology...
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