Introduction: Vishay/BC Components is one of the world's largest manufacturers of discrete semiconductors and passive components, such as thermistors, MOV and MLV varistors, capacitors, resistors, MLCC, and micro potentiometers. Vishay components are used in various types of electronic devices in the industrial, computer, automotive, consumer, telecommunications, military, aviation, and medical markets. Vishay/BC Components' global footprint includes manufacturing facilities established in China, five other countries/regions in Asia, Europe and the Americas, as well as sales offices worldwide. Vishay's technology, successful acquisition strategy, focus on cost reduction, and provision of "one-stop" services have made the company a global industry leader Vishay was founded in 1962, primarily manufacturing and selling foil resistors, which were invented by Dr. Felix Zandman, Executive Chairman of the Board and founder of the company. The company began operating with foil resistors and foil resistance strain gauges as its initial product line. In 1985, Vishay developed from a newly established company into a global leading manufacturer of these original products, and thus began a series of strategic acquisitions to become a manufacturer of a wide range of electronic components. Vishay's acquisition includes some top manufacturers such as Siliconix, Telefunken, Infineon's infrared component business, General Semiconductor, Dale, Draloric, Sprague, Vitramon, And BCcomponents (formerly the passive components business unit of Philips Electronics and Beyschlag). In April 2007, Vishay completed its research on International Rectifiers ® The acquisition of certain discrete semiconductor and module product lines Weishi's continuous development based on innovation and acquisitions enables it to maintain strong financial strength even in the highly cyclical electronics industry during downturns. Weishi's historic and strong cash appreciation provided it with funds to acquire other companies and businesses. Therefore, from 198
