Richardson Electronics, Ltd. engages in the power and microwave technologies, customized display solutions, and healthcare businesses in North America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, and Latin America. The company's Power and Microwave Technologies Group segment provides engineered solutions, power grid and microwave tubes, and related consumables; technical services for microwave and industrial equipment; flat panel detector solutions, replacement parts, tubes, and service training for diagnostic imaging equipment; customized display solutions; and power conversion and RF and microwave component for broadcast transmission, CO2 laser cutting, diagnostic imaging, dielectric and induction heating, high energy transfer, high voltage switching, plasma, power conversion, radar, and radiation oncology applications. Its products are used to control, switch, or amplify electrical power signals, as well as are used as display devices in alternative energy, healthcare, aviation, communications, industrial, marine, medical, military, scientific, and semiconductor markets. The company's Canvys segment provides custom display solutions, such as touch screens, protective panels, all-in-one computers, custom enclosures, specialized cabinet finishes, application specific software packages, and certification services to corporate enterprise, financial, healthcare, industrial, and medical original equipment manufacturer markets. Its Healthcare segment manufactures and distributes diagnostic imaging replacement parts for CT and MRI systems; replacement CT and MRI tubes; MRI coils, cold heads, and RF amplifiers; hydrogen thyratrons, klystrons, and magnetrons; flat panel detector upgrades; pre-owned CT systems; and additional replacement solutions, as well as offers CT service training. It serves hospitals, medical centers, asset management companies, independent service organizations, and multi-vendor service providers. The company was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in LaFox, Illinois.
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Here are 1-2 brief analogies for Richardson Electronics (RELL):
- The Amazon for specialized, high-power electronic components and critical medical imaging parts.
- The AutoZone for industrial electronics and hospital equipment parts.
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Power & Microwave Technologies (PMT) Distribution: Distributes a wide range of electronic components, including RF & microwave devices, power semiconductors, and capacitors, from various manufacturers.
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Canvys® Medical Display Solutions: Designs and manufactures custom displays and monitors primarily for medical and industrial original equipment manufacturers.
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PMT Manufacturing: Manufactures specialized components such as custom high-voltage power supplies, hydrogen thyratrons, and RF and microwave components.
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Richardson Electronics (RELL) primarily sells to other companies (B2B) across various specialized industries.
While Richardson Electronics discloses in its financial filings that its largest customer accounted for approximately 12% of its consolidated net sales in fiscal year 2023, the company does not publicly identify the names of its major customers in its financial reports.
Based on their business segments and market focus, Richardson Electronics' customers are generally other businesses operating in the following areas:
- Manufacturers of Specialized Electronic Equipment: Companies that produce high-technology equipment for industries such as medical imaging, industrial automation, defense, aerospace, telecommunications, and high-power applications. These customers utilize Richardson Electronics' RF, microwave, power management, and custom display solutions.
- Healthcare Providers and Independent Service Organizations: Hospitals, clinics, and third-party service providers that purchase replacement parts (e.g., CT and MRI tubes, mammography components) for diagnostic imaging equipment.
- Green Energy and Power Solution Providers: Businesses involved in the development and integration of clean energy systems, including those utilizing ultra-capacitors, fuel cells, and battery technologies for applications in transportation, grid stabilization, and industrial power.
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Edward J. Richardson, Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer & President
Mr. Richardson has been a director of Richardson Electronics since 1965 and has been employed by the company since 1961, holding various positions throughout his tenure. He assumed the role of President in 1974, succeeding his father, Arthur H. Richardson, who founded the company. Mr. Richardson became Chairman of the Board when the company went public in 1983. He was appointed CEO in September 1989 and also became President again in April 2006. He also serves as Co-Managing Director of Richardson Electronics GmbH.
Robert J. Ben, Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, Chief Accounting Officer & Corporate Secretary
Mr. Ben was elected Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Corporate Secretary of Richardson Electronics in August 2015. Prior to joining Richardson Electronics, he spent 15 years with Cobra Electronics Corporation, serving most recently as Senior Vice President, Chief Financial Officer, and Secretary until its acquisition in 2014 by a private equity firm. His previous experience includes roles at Ivex Packaging Corporation as a Division Controller, KPMG Advisory as an M&A Manager, Abbott Laboratories as a senior international auditor and F,P&A supervisor, and Ernst & Young as a senior auditor. Mr. Ben earned an MBA in Finance and Economics from the University of Chicago in 1995.
Wendy S. Diddell, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer & Corporate Secretary
Ms. Diddell joined Richardson Electronics in 2003 and has held various positions within its business units and corporate functions. From 2004 to 2007, she served as Vice President and then Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Security Systems Division. Before her time at Richardson Electronics, she was the Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Ultrak, Inc., a global manufacturer of closed-circuit television and access control systems, from 1997 to 2003. She is also a Co-Managing Director of Richardson Electronics GmbH.
Gregory J. Peloquin, Executive Vice President, Power & Microwave Technologies Group
Mr. Peloquin has been the Executive Vice President of the Power & Microwave Technologies Group since 2014. Previously, he was President of Arrow RFPD from 2011 to 2014. Before that, he served as Executive Vice President and General Manager of the RF, Wireless & Power Division of Richardson Electronics from 2002 to 2011. Mr. Peloquin joined Richardson Electronics in 2002 from Motorola Semiconductor, where he was the Director of Global Marketing for the RF Division.
Jens Ruppert, Executive Vice President, Richardson Healthcare and Canvys
Mr. Ruppert is the Executive Vice President for Richardson Healthcare and General Manager for Canvys. Prior to joining Richardson Electronics, he held various management positions, including Vice President and General Manager, at NDS Surgical Imaging from 2006 to 2013. He also held management roles at Heraeus-Med (Maquet/Getinge) and Gebrueder Martin (KLS Martin Group), and began his career as an engineer, progressing through sales, marketing, and general management within the medical display and operating room equipment market.
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The continuous technological advancements and adoption of new medical imaging equipment and modalities (such as solid-state detectors and more robust, longer-lasting components) are posing an emerging threat to Richardson Electronics' Healthcare segment. As healthcare providers upgrade to newer systems that reduce or eliminate the need for traditional replacement tubes, the addressable market for Richardson Electronics' legacy replacement tube business will progressively shrink, leading to a decline in demand for these specialized parts.
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Richardson Electronics, Ltd. (RELL) addresses several key markets with its specialized products and services across various segments. Here's an overview of the addressable markets for its main offerings:
Power & Microwave Technologies
- Microwave Tubes (including Power Grid Tubes): The global microwave tube market was valued at USD 1,513.1 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 2,686.6 million by 2032, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 7.44% between 2025 and 2032.
- RF and Microwave Components: The global RF component market was valued at USD 46.5 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow to USD 171.5 billion by 2034, driven by a CAGR of 14% between 2025 and 2034.
Canvys (Customized Display Solutions)
- Customized Display Solutions: The global customized LED display market is projected to reach an estimated USD 16.2 billion by 2025, with a robust CAGR of 8.5% during the forecast period of 2025-2033.
Healthcare
- Diagnostic Imaging Replacement Parts and Tubes: The global CT X-Ray replacement tube market was valued at US$ 2,209 million in 2024 and is projected to reach a revised size of US$ 3,114 million by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period. Additionally, the global refurbished medical imaging devices market size was estimated at USD 4.39 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.38% from 2024 to 2030, reaching USD 8.73 billion by 2030.
Green Energy Solutions
- Green Energy Solutions: The global renewable energy market size is calculated at USD 1.74 trillion in 2025 and is forecasted to reach around USD 7.28 trillion by 2034, accelerating at a CAGR of 17.23% from 2025 to 2034.
CAN-Bus Products
- CAN Transceivers (for CAN-Bus systems): The global CAN transceivers market size was valued at USD 3.1 billion in 2023 and is poised to grow from USD 3.37 billion in 2024 to USD 6.51 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 8.6% during the forecast period (2025-2032).
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Richardson Electronics (RELL) is expected to experience future revenue growth driven by several key factors over the next 2-3 years:
- Green Energy Market Expansion: The company is actively growing its presence in international wind and battery energy storage markets, focusing on proprietary products and capitalizing on state-level incentives. Management anticipates double-digit growth in the Green Energy Solutions (GES) segment, supported by policy-driven wind turbine repowering and increasing demand for energy storage.
- Growth in Semiconductor and RF Applications: The Power and Microwave Technologies (PMT) segment is projected to see continued growth due to sustained demand from semiconductor manufacturing and military/defense radio frequency (RF) applications. Specifically, the company reported a substantial 52.2% year-over-year increase in semiconductor wafer fabrication net sales in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026.
- Expansion of Engineered Solutions and Proprietary Products: Richardson Electronics is strategically investing in proprietary, higher-margin products such as wind turbine modules and the ULTRA3000. This focus on specialized engineered solutions is expected to enhance the product mix, improve gross margins, and amplify earnings growth as demand for complex applications in green energy and automation increases.
- Improvement in Canvys Segment: After a period of decline, the Canvys segment, which designs and manufactures custom displays, showed an 8.3% increase in sales in the first quarter of fiscal year 2026, driven by improved market conditions in Europe. This segment also maintains a strong backlog, providing a solid foundation for future business.
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Share Repurchases
- Richardson Electronics made no share repurchases in fiscal year 2023.
Share Issuance
- In fiscal year 2025, the company received $0.3 million from stock option exercises.
Outbound Investments
- In fiscal year 2025, Richardson Electronics sold a substantial portion of its Healthcare business assets to DirectMed Imaging, LLC.
- Proceeds from the Healthcare asset sale are being leveraged to support growth opportunities in the Green Energy Solutions business.
Capital Expenditures
- Capital expenditures for fiscal year 2025 totaled $2.8 million.
- The primary focus of capital expenditures in fiscal year 2025 was on manufacturing and IT systems improvements.