Posted onMay
10
,
2017
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) May 10, 2017-- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed a franchise distribution agreement with Lite-On Semiconductor Corp. This latest addition extends America II’s global power management solution as well as adding green power re
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Posted onApril
18
,
2017
Global Distributor Continues to Grow its Vast Supply Chain
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) April 18, 2017--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed franchise distribution agreements with two manufacturers. The company added Aven Tools as well as Light in Motio
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Posted onFebruary
23
,
2017
Global distributor bolsters customer offering with new lines to support medical, automotive, aerospace industries and more
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) Feb 23, 2017- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of electronic components and semiconductors, has today announc
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Posted onJanuary
10
,
2017
Global Distributor Expands its Supply Chain
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) January 10, 2017--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed franchise distribution agreements with six manufacturers. The company added
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Posted onOctober
20
,
2016
America II launches major new portfolio of 'value-add' services, including design, failure analysis, prototyping and PCB manufacturing
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - October 20, 2016 -- America II Electronics Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced that it is moving into the second phase of its evolution with the launch of a radically expanded portfolio of programs and s
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Posted onJune
10
,
2016
(via WD&D)
The future is exciting – that comes with the territory when you work in electronics distribution, and it benefits distributors to understand where the industry is headed, to anticipate which applications will experience growth, and moni
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Posted onMay
23
,
2016
(via EBN)
Right around its 25th birthday, America II decided to start to move away from its roots in independent distribution to focus on making a place for itself in the franchised electronics distribution landscape.
"We realized that, although we've been on the independent distribution side of the business, we needed to have a broader offering to serve our customer base," said America II president Brian Ellison in an intervi
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Posted onMay
23
,
2016
(via EBN)
Unlike an exciting horse race with a photo finish and winners measured by a nose, the listing of top 25 global franchised distributors is more like a sedate trail ride or perhaps pomp-filled parade. In fact, the global franchised distributors that remain in the race in 2016 have remained largely the same, with only one or another dropping back a pace or two.
The only newcomer to the pack is America II Electronics. Al
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Posted onFebruary
12
,
2016
With more than four billion components in stock and locations in America, Europe and Asia, America II has a lot to offer.
America II is a global leader in component distribution, stocking more than four billion components, which makes it one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components. Through franchise and direct distribution lines, America II serves as a primary partner for OEM and EMS cust
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Posted onFebruary
9
,
2016
America II Electronics Inc. will this year mark its 27th anniversary in the same quiet way it
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Posted onJanuary
20
,
2016
Global Distributor Continues to Grow its Supply Chain
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) January 21, 2016--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed franchise distribution agreements with nine manufacturers. The company added Oup
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Posted onDecember
3
,
2015
According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, the Internet of Things (IoT) will be worth nearly $6.2 trillion by 2025, while Cisco predicts that there will be approximately 50 billion devices connected to the internet by 2020. Furthermore the general global semiconductor market is forecast to reach nearly $360bn in 2016. The demand for wireless IoT-connected devices is expected to continue experiencing unprecedented growth. It is therefore no
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Posted onDecember
3
,
2015
According to a McKinsey Global Institute report, the Internet of Things (IoT) will be worth nearly $6.2 trillion by 2025, while Cisco predicts that there will be approximately 50 billion devices connected to the internet by 2020. Furthermore the general global semiconductor market is forecast to reach nearly $360bn in 2016. The demand for wireless IoT-connected devices is expected to continue experiencing unprecedented growth. It is therefore no
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Posted onNovember
18
,
2015
There’s no doubt that the semiconductor industry is looking in reasonable health at the moment. The WSTS (World Semiconductor Trade Statistics) organization has predicted that the industry will reach a robust $359 billion in 2016, growing further to around $370 billion in 2017. And the market for wireless IoT devices is one of those undergoing the most explosive growth.
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Posted onOctober
28
,
2015
Distributor Adds Premier Battery Manufacturer to Line Card
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) October 28, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a franchise distribution agreement with GP Batteries, a leading manufacturer of primary and rechargeable
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Posted onOctober
22
,
2015
Leading Distributor Adds Display Manufacturer to Global Line Card
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (
PRWeb) October 22, 2015-- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a global franchise distribution agreement with Beneq, developer and manufacturer of rugged thin fil
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Posted onOctober
20
,
2015
Manufacturing growth in Mexico spurs growth across the supply chain and throughout Latin America.
America II Electronics has expanded its business in Latin America in response to on-shoring trends, as well as the growth of automotive and medical business in places such as Mexico and Brazil. The distributor of electronic components points to Mexico as its fastest-growing region, but notes that all of Latin America represents a considerab
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Posted onOctober
8
,
2015
Today’s design landscape is crowded and competitive. The pressures heaped on Electronics Designers to get their products to market faster, more efficiently and more cost-effectively are higher than ever. However engineers are continuing to face significant hurdles in sourcing the key components they need to realise their designs.
Many of the issues in the distribution chain are felt most commonly amongst the ‘mid-tier&rs
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Posted onOctober
6
,
2015
Today's business pace is faster than ever before and with competitive market conditions and rising consumer expectations, designers are striving to get their products to market quickly and efficiently.
This process is often not as simple as it should be. In fact, at America II, we’ve noticed that although engineers may be producing better and better designs, they continue to face hurdles in sourcing key components to bring their i
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Posted onSeptember
24
,
2015
Brian Ellison, president at America II Electronics, sat down with Bolaji Ojo from Electronics Purchasing Strategies for an in-depth interview.
Brian Ellison is very passionate about his company. He wants the customers, suppliers and employees of America II Electronics to see and understand the dramatic changes the components distributor has engineered in only a few years to reposition itself in the electronics supply chain. In the last
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Posted onSeptember
22
,
2015
Distributor Strengthens its Product Offering, Adds World-Class Fan Manufacturer to Line Card
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) September 22, 2015-- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a global franchise distribution agreement with Orio
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Posted onSeptember
17
,
2015
Two new suppliers represent largest companies in distributor’s franchise network to date; plus, America II announces its departure from independent electronics trade group IDEA.
Electronic components distributor America II Electronics further expanded its franchised distribution network recently with the addition of Exar Corporation and Gold Peak Industries, the largest companies in its franchised electro
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Posted onSeptember
10
,
2015
The whole industry is growing, but which opportunities stand out, asks president of America II, Brian Ellison, and which companies are best placed to benefit?
In its most recent report, the Semiconductor Industry Association (SIA) has revealed that worldwide sales of semiconductors have reached $84bn for the second quarter (Q2) of 2015. First-half 2015 sales were 3.9 per cent above first-half 2014.
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Posted onAugust
17
,
2015
Anton Wurr, Marketing Director, America II explores the Internet of Things and the role of the distributor in offering the right inventory to deliver the next generation of IoT enablement
The global Internet of Things (IoT) market isset to explode and an incredible number of previously inanimate objects are now capable of relaying information and communicating with other devices. IDC has predicted this market to be worth a phenomenal $7
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Posted onAugust
13
,
2015
President of America II Electronics, Brian Ellison, talks Franchise.
Over the past two years, America II has evolved into what it calls a &"blended distribution” model, combining the strategies of both franchised and independent distribution. The St. Petersburg, Fla.- based company started out 25 years ago as an independent distributor focusing on component shortages and now has more than 50 franchises as it works to develop a &"d
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Posted onAugust
11
,
2015
Jed Pecchioli, America II's president of APAC and EMEA operations, explains why
Set up in 1989, America II has established itself as an increasingly important player in the electronic components supply chain, working with a growing number of manufacturers, OEMs and EMS companies around the world.
Headquartered in St Petersburg, Florida, the company continues to evolve and is now focusing on looking to service the needs of c
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Posted onJuly
21
,
2015
Global Distributor Announces New Franchise Distribution Agreements
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) July 21, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed franchise distribution agreements with eight manufacturers. The company added Kontech USA, EMS Technologi
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Posted onMay
26
,
2015
Global Distributor Announces New Franchise Distribution Agreements
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) May 26, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has signed franchise distribution agreements with six new manufacturers. The company has added Shenzh
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Posted onMay
22
,
2015
America II Electronics, Featured
Jed Pecchioli. President, APAC and EMEA Operations at America II, examines the needs of companies in the middle tiers, with particular reference to servicing requirements in the forthcoming IoT device boom…
>>Read full article on Electronic Specifier
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Posted onMay
4
,
2015
America II adds more franchise lines
For years America II was an independent distributor, seller parts to buyers looking for hard to find components because of shortages or to opportunistic purchasers looking for better price for parts.
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Posted onApril
13
,
2015
Global Distributor Finishes Q1 with Strong Growth in Franchise Lines
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) April 13, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it closed the first quarter by adding Excel Cell Electronic Co., Citizen Finetech Miyota, Kingstate
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Posted onMarch
26
,
2015
President of America II Electronics, Brian Ellison, explores how internet of things (IoT) technology will change the distribution channel.
The buzz right now is all about the internet of things (IoT). Reports, forecasts and ongoing analysis are all about predicting the future of smart technology and the potential it bring, but what does all this mean to those in the channel.
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Posted onMarch
26
,
2015
Joe Stern, Product Manager at America II, has updated his online blog.
Have the Ides of March come for the memory market? Who’s playing Brutus? Who’s Caesar? A few weeks back, I touched on the subject of the memory market possibly being at its high point and that our volatile commodities could be headed toward a drop in activity and pricing. It appears that time is now. Macronix and Transcend revenues decreased for consec
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Posted onMarch
9
,
2015
Leading Distributor Announces New Product Offerings
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) March 9, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced new product offerings by way of its global franchise agreement with Alliance Memory, a manufacturer of legacy memory d
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Posted onMarch
5
,
2015
Distributor Strengthens its Product Offering with New Franchise Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) March 5, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a global franchise distribution agreement with Cliff El
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Posted onFebruary
26
,
2015
Distributor Adds New Franchise Line of LED Components
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) February 26, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components
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Posted onFebruary
19
,
2015
Distributor Strengthens its Product Offering with New Franchise Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) February 19, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a franchise distribution agreement with Marl International Limited, a manufac
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Posted onFebruary
17
,
2015
Global Distributor Adds New Franchise Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) February 17, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a franchise distribution agreement with Masach Technologies, a manuf
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Posted onFebruary
10
,
2015
Distributor Expands Product Offering with New Franchise Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) February 10, 2015--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced it has entered into a franchise distribution agreement with CEC Panda Crystal Technology Corporation, a leading manufactu
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Posted onDecember
4
,
2014
John McKay, director of purchasing at America II, his latest blog post online.
The acquisition of PLX Technology by Avago is still a very unsettled situation with many variables. Customers still face delivery and pricing concerns as available stock continues to shrink in the market. Rumors abound in the industry of additional prices increases, ranging anywhere from 20 to 100 percent, fueling bigger concerns for both buyers and de
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Posted onDecember
4
,
2014
Joe Stern, Product Manager at America II, his latest blog post online.
With Electronica 2014 now in the books, we look back at the staggering amount of visitors to this biennial event. This year’s event drew 73,000 visitors from 80+ countries and more than 2,700 exhibitors. Memory exhibitors included Alliance Memory, Adesto, Cypress, ISSI, Kingston, Micron, Nanya and Winbond to name a few of the larger board-level component
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Posted onNovember
19
,
2014
Value-Added Services Lift America II's Presence in Asia
Founded in 1989, America II Electronics, Inc. aims to foster successful distributorship in the integrated circuit market. The company is committed in providing customers with constant and reliable access to a global source of information and supply related to their semiconductor needs, while providing the highest level of customer satisfaction and an ongoing commitment to quali
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Posted onOctober
3
,
2014
John McKay, director of purchasing at America II, his latest blog post online.
DDR3 SDRAM continues to be the bellwether of the memory market. Despite fluctuations in pricing, product continues to be scarce and lead times continue to be an issue. Lead times for DDR3 memory ranges from 12 to 16 weeks with inventory levels remaining tight. Forecasts are pushing lead times to early 2015 for deliveries.
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Posted onAugust
29
,
2014
Anton Wurr, director of marketing at America II, summarizes some of the trends the company is seeing
Electronics distributors have to keep a close eye on the markets in which they operate. After all, we buy and sell electronics and, as such, it is vital to have an understanding of the most current purchasing trends. Here at America II Electronics, we have individuals dedicated to gaining a constant, holistic understanding of the mark
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Posted onAugust
7
,
2014
Leading Distributor Strengthens Line Card, Adding new Authorized Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) August 7, 2014--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, has entered into a distribution agreement with Taiwan Semiconductor,
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Posted onJune
9
,
2014
Leading Electronics Distributor Expands Supply Chain, Adds New Authorized Lines
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) June 9, 2014--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, has entered into several distribution agreements, partnering with 3M, Transcend Information Inc
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Posted onMay
13
,
2014
Via Electronics Magazine
America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, is celebrating its 25th year in business in 2014. This is a major achievement for the company, so Michelle Winny, Editor of Electronics speaks with the distributor to find out more and what this milestone holds for the future …
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Posted onApril
16
,
2014
Via Electronics Purchasing Strategies
In the second part of the Electronics Purchasing Strategies Q&A, President Brian Ellison describes how the company manages spot-market demands with long-term scheduled orders.
>> Read full article on Electronicspurchasingstrategies.com
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Posted onApril
10
,
2014
Via Electronics Sourcing UK
Successful independent distributors aren't successful by luck — they earn their customers' trust. Look to experienced distributors and vet their practices first hand, suggests America II.
Over the past few quarters customer demand within the independent channel has been on a steady ride. All signs are pointing to a healthy year of growth and the results of a recent survey seem to support this.
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Posted onMarch
28
,
2014
Via Electronics Purchasing Strategies
Now in its 25th year of business, America II has expanded globally and has consistently ranked as one of the top distributors in its market. America II’s President Brian Ellison spoke with Electronics Purchasing Strategies about this and much more.
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Posted onMarch
12
,
2014
2014 Marks 25 Years in Business for Leading Distributor
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) March 12, 2014--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, is
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Posted onFebruary
7
,
2014
Buyers want it all, from help sourcing hard to find parts to inventory direct from the manufacturer. Anton Wurr explains how America II aims to offer a single supplier solution.
With its blended distribution model, America II sets out its stall as an innovative distributor, capable of serving as a primary partner of all OEM and EMS companies. It achieves this by providing a single channel
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Posted onJanuary
15
,
2014
Anton Wurr at America II Electronics discusses how the independent channel is becoming a fully accepted source to purchase components from and the subsequent impact this having on the supply chain.
Since the beginning of 2013, customer demand within the independent channel seems to be on a steady rise. All signs are pointing to a healthy year of growth, and the results of a recent survey seem to support this.
Penton's Design E
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Posted onDecember
12
,
2013
By Brian Ellison via Electronic Specifier
Here at America II we hold quarterly addresses with our US team, examining the health of our business and the condition of the wider distribution market. For a number of quarters, a fairly bleak, uniform picture of the market has been painted: Demand has been down, lead teams have been short, and the inventories of customers and components manufacturers are up. However any distributors was do
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Posted onNovember
14
,
2013
Leading Distributor Strengthens its Line Card by Adding Authorized Line of Memory ICs
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) November 14, 2013--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, has entered into a global distr
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Posted onSeptember
26
,
2013
Customers rely on the independent channel, but they must take care in choosing the right distribution partner.
By Anton Wurr via globalpurchasing.com
Since the beginning of 2013, customer demand within the independent distribution channel seems to be on a steady rise. All signs are pointing to a healthy year of growth, and the results of a recent survey seem to support this.
Penton's Design Enginee
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Posted onSeptember
5
,
2013
Leading Distributor Moves to Protect Existing Customers by Placing DRAM and NAND Flash Chips on Allocation
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) September 5, 2013--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world's largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, today announced that its memory inventory has been placed on allocatio
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Posted onJuly
29
,
2013
Leading Electronics Distributor adds Authorized Line of Cable Management and Identification Solutions
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) July 29, 2013--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, has entered into a global distribution agreement with HellermannTyton, a
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Posted onJune
3
,
2013
Leading Distributor Adds Authorized Line, Offering Suite of Altech Products
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) June 3, 2013 -- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, has entered into an authorized distribution agreement with Altech Corporation, a U.S-based supplier of European components and devices used in industrial control, instrumentation and
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Posted onMay
13
,
2013
America II’s marketing director, Anton Wurr, explains why the blended distribution model will reap rewards in 2013
Most distributors would agree that 2012 was a tough year, both for them and their customers, with quite a few fluctuations in everybody’s inventories and order sheets. Thankfully, by-and-large, it was a year the industry weathered with a bit of extra work, but there can be no doubt that belts tightened a bit,
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Posted onOctober
10
,
2012
Leading Independent Distributor Moves Toward Custom Solutions and Managed Services while Continuing to Manage Excess Inventory for Partners
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) October 10, 2012 – America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and electronic components, announces its new Inventory Business Group. This 40-person team is responsi
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Posted onJune
6
,
2012
Leading Independent Distributor Now Buys Direct From Nearly 400 Manufacturers
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) June 6, 2012 -- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, continues its move towards a more blended distribution℠ model, finding a balance between independent and franchise distribution. While independent distributors typically source compone
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Posted onFebruary
1
,
2012
Voluntary Program Ensures Supply Chain Security and Efficient Processing at U.S. Border
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (PRWeb) February 1, 2012 -- America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, has earned C-TPAT certification, which will allow the company to better secure its supply chain while moving products into the United States in a more efficient matter.Read More >
Posted onSeptember
15
,
2011
Leading Independent Distributor Adds New Authorized Line and Expands its Line Card
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--September 15, 2011--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, has entered into a global distribution agreement with Holy Stone Enterprise Co. Ltd., a manufacturer of ceramic and tantalum capacitors. Through this agreement, Amer
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Posted onMay
31
,
2011
Leading Independent Distributor Adds New Authorized Line
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 31, 2011--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, has finalized an authorized distribution agreement with AMIC Technology Corporation, a world-class manufacturer of memory ICs.
"One of our goals is to continue building a robust line card,"
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Posted onApril
11
,
2011
Leading Independent Distributor Addresses the Challenges of Obsolescence
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 11, 2011--America II Electronics, Inc., one of the world’s largest independent distributors of semiconductors and passive components, has entered into a global distribution agreement with Tekmos, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company that specializes in replacement solutions for obsolete microcontrollers as well
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