Telefunken Semiconductors and Nu Horizons Electronics Sign Global Distribution Agreement

MELVILLE, NY – March 5, 2012 – Nu Horizons Electronics, an Arrow Electronics company, has signed a distribution agreement with Telefunken Semiconductors, a leading mixed-signal, high-voltage power management and SOI-based manufacturer. Under the agreement, Nu Horizons customers throughout North America and Asia Pacific now have access to Telefunken’s complete portfolio of analog & mixed signal facility, power management and high-performance interface products.
“Telefunken’s AC to DC convertors, high-voltage and high efficiency switching regulators, high-voltage gate drivers, and high-voltage LED drivers enhances Nu Horizons’ power offerings, with devices for the most demanding applications,” said Rita Megling, senior vice president of marketing for Nu Horizons Electronics. “Telefunken is also a leading manufacturer of advanced BiCMOS, BCD and Bipolar on SOI technologies, and our customers will benefit from this exciting addition to our line card.”
“Customer satisfaction is the number-one goal of all Telefunken Semiconductors employees, and we look to partner with companies that share our fundamental values,” said Duke Walton, director of sales for Telefunken Semiconductors. “Nu Horizons, with its award-winning supply chain services, extensive technical sales and engineering support, and value-added capabilities in North America and Asia, will be a key partner for Telefunken to drive our ability to reach new customers around the world."

About Nu Horizons Electronics
Nu Horizons Electronics, an Arrow Electronics company, is a leading global distributor of advanced technology semiconductor, display, illumination and power solutions to a wide variety of commercial original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and electronic manufacturing services providers (EMS). With sales facilities in 45 locations across North America and Asia, and regional logistics centers throughout the globe, Nu Horizons partners with a limited number of best-in-class suppliers to provide in-depth product development, custom logistics and lifecycle support to its customers. Information on Nu Horizons and its services is available at http://www.nuhorizons.com.

About Telefunken Semiconductors
Telefunken Semiconductors is a specialty analog and mixed-signal company with ISO Automotive and Industrial Class Certifications.

Nu Horizons Editorial Contact:
Rita Megling
(631) 396-5000
rita.megling@nuhorizons.com

TELEFUNKEN Editorial Contact:
Andre Rocke
Andre.Rocke@telefunkensemi.com