Astrex Adds J-Tech Division of Conesys
PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK, May 3, 2010 — Astrex Electronics, a leading value-added supplier of interconnect products for military, aerospace, medical, industrial, and commercial applications, is now an authorized distributor for
J-Tech Div. of Conesys.
Astrex will handle J-Tech’s extensive line of connectors and is Mil-qualified to build J-Tech’s threaded coupling, environmentally sealed Mil-DTL-5015 Series III front release connectors. These include MS3400, MS3402 and MS3406 connectors in multiple mounting configurations, with typical applications in harsh environments. Astrex, with extensive value-added capabilities and domestic and international distribution capacity, was a natural fit for the J-Tech line.
“The addition of J-Tech brings one of the most in-demand military connector lines to Astrex.” Mike McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President noted. “Our strategic plan is to continue to grow, and we see J-Tech as a significant part of that expansion.”
J-Tech, Inc. was founded in 1987 as a specialty connector manufacturer, with the mission of delivering the highest quality products and unparalleled customer service. J-Tech products are manufactured in the company’s Santa Ana California facilities.
Since its founding in 1961, Astrex Electronics has been a leading value-added supplier of interconnect products.
For more information on this development, contact Mr. Michael McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President, at 800-633-6360.
Agency Contact: Jamie Stanco: jpstanco@pmgstrategic.com.
Astrex and Aero-Electric in Franchise Agreement
PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK, March 22, 2010 — Astrex Electronics is now an authorized franchised distributor of Aero-Electric Connector, Inc., a division of Conesys Inc.
Astrex will be fully authorized and Mil-qualified to build Aero’s Mil-DTL-38999 connectors, Mil-DTL-5015 connectors, and Mil-DTL 83723 Series III connectors in a wide range of shell materials and finishes. Military approval is anticipated by July 1, 2010.
According to Mike McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President, “The Aero-Electric line is a very significant addition for Astrex, filling several holes in our extensive mil-aero connector lineup.”
Aero-Electric Connector is a leading designer and manufacturer of high performance environmental and firewall-rated military cylindrical connectors. Aero-Electric products are manufactured in Aero’s vertically integrated facilities in Torrance California.
Astrex has been a leading value-added supplier of interconnect products for military, aerospace, medical, industrial, and commercial applications since 1961.For more information on this development, contact Mr. Michael McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President, at 800-633-6360.
Agency Contact: Jamie Stanco: jpstanco@pmgstrategic.com.
Three New Key Account Managers Join Astrex
PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK, February 24, 2010 — Astrex Electronics, a leading value-added supplier of interconnect products for military, aerospace, medical, industrial, and commercial applications, has announced the addition of three new Key Account Managers. Their appointments strengthen the company’s presence in the Northeast, South Central and Southern California regions.
Rick McLaughlin is the new Astrex Key Account Manager in the Northeast Region, covering strategic accounts in Maine, Vermont, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Connecticut. Mr. McLaughlin has an extensive background in distribution sales and management, (Avnet Electronics, Airtechnics, Lighthouse Electronics) and previously represented Astrex for some 18 years.
Longtime industry sales and marketing veteran Mark Lutz will represent Astrex in the South Central Region, including Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Iowa. His background includes roles with Deanco Electronics, Richey Electronics, Airtechniques and Satair.
In Southern California Lauri Teleng will handle strategic accounts along with Astrex Key Account Manager George Quintero. Ms. Teleng brings some 15 years experience in customer service and sales to the position.
“These additions are part of our strategy to provide more support for our customers and supplier-partners in key geographies across North America,” observed President & CEO Frank Stalzer. “We plan to add more strategic resources to enhance our market presence in the near future.”
Astrex, which recently added the Corsair line of specialized high reliability connectors, is headquartered in Plainview, New York.
For more information on this development, contact Mr. Michael McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President, at 800-633-6360.
Agency Contact: Jamie Stanco: jpstanco@pmgstrategic.com.
ASTREX ADDS CORSAIR ELECTRICAL TO HI REL OFFERING
PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK, January 22, 2010 — Astrex Electronics, a leading value-added supplier of interconnect products for military, aerospace, medical, industrial, and commercial applications, has added a specialized line of high reliability connectors from Corsair Electrical Connectors.
Corsair manufactures and engineers its full line of high reliability connectors in a vertically integrated, state of the art facility in Irvine California. The connectors are widely used by the United States military, commercial aircraft manufacturers, and the aerospace industry.
Astrex has been qualified to build Corsair’s Mil-DTL-5015 Series III connectors and has inventory on the shelf ready to build. Applicable MS part number series are: MS3450, MS3451, MS3452, MS3454, MS3456 and MS 3459. All are available in both standard aluminum shells and stainless steel firewall versions. Multiple platings are also available.
Astrex is also stocking Corsair’s Aircraft External Power connectors Series MS90362.
For more information on this development, contact Mr. Michael McGuire, Astrex Executive Vice President, at 800-633-6360.
PLAINVIEW, NEW YORK, October 13, 2009 — Astrex Electronics, a major supplier of military, aerospace, medical, industrial and commercial interconnect products, has announced that Phase II of the Astrex website featuring eCommerce ordering, is now online.
Astrex customers will find it easier and more expeditious to order online from Astrex' $10,000,000 of interconnect component inventory. Accessible from the Astrex home page (www.astrex.net) through the Request A Quote button, one click brings viewers to the new eCommerce section. By simply filling in required fields such as Part # and quantities, you can access real time inventory and pricing. Online ordering through eCommerce streamlines the process and makes it easier and faster for Astrex to serve you.
Also, a top navigation "Online Ordering" link provides information and enables browsing of Astrex online inventory from such Deutsch, Hypertronics, Amphenol and more than 20 other manufacturers.ROCKWOOD EQUITY PARTNERS ACQUIRES ASTREX ELECTRONICS INC.
NEW YORK AND CLEVELAND, September 2nd, 2008 — RockWood Equity Partners, LLC, a private equity investment firm based in Cleveland and New York, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Astrex Electronics Inc. ("Astrex" or the "Company"), a value-added distributor of electronic connectors primarily used by the military and aerospace industries, from RAD Technologies. RockWood partnered with the Company’s senior management team, led by CEO Frank Stalzer and Executive Vice President Mike McGuire, in acquiring the Company.
Based in Plainview, New York, Astrex is a value-added distributor of electronic connectors and accessories for over 20 world-class connector OEMs that services more than 1,700 customers throughout the world. The Company’s products provide mission critical functionality in on-board aircraft controls, military weapons, vehicles and communications systems, medical instruments, homeland security devices and industrial electronics.
"We are excited to partner with management in the buyout of Astrex," said Owen M. Colligan, Managing Director of RockWood. "Astrex is an ideal fit with our firm’s investment philosophy, and we look forward to working with Frank and his team to help the Company continue its growth." Frank Stalzer, CEO of Astrex, added: "The company has developed an excellent reputation for providing high quality interconnect products to many of the worlds largest military and aerospace OEMs, electronics subcontractors, medical device manufacturers and producers of ruggedized industrial electronics. We believe the business is well positioned to grow in response to the increasing use of electronic components in defense and aerospace platforms and with RockWood’s support we plan to accelerate our growth through new product offerings, expanded market coverage and strategic acquisitions."
Founded in 1999, RockWood Equity Partners, LLC is a private equity firm that specializes in the acquisition of lower middle market companies based in North America with revenues between $10 million and $100 million. Since 1999, RockWood has completed over twenty investments in partnership with family ownership, management and/or other deal sponsors.
