History
Power Magnetics technical expertise is the result of its long history in power technology. Originally Crittenden Transformers, Power Magnetics became well known as a part of Teledyne in 1960, and in 1994 became a business unit of Power Paragon, Inc., a world leader in power-system technology. In 1997, Power Paragon, Inc., joined Power & Control Systems, a full-line provider of ruggedized, reliable and cost-effective electrical power systems and services for military and commercial applications. Power & Control Systems is the power arm of L-3 Communications, a leading supplier of secure communications systems and products, microwave components, avionics and ocean systems, telemetry, instrumentation, space and wireless products.
As part of Power & Control Systems, L-3 Power Magnetics is able to utilize the complete resources of Power & Control Systems and its subsidiaries:
- Henschel, supplier of field-proven technologically advanced electronic ship control and internal communications systems
- MAAPS, a leading global supplier of integrated marine control systems and products for warships, submarines and high-end oceangoing commercial vessels
- Marine Systems, foremost integrator of naval sea frame control systems, which include engineering and damage control, bridge and navigation systems, auxiliaries, condition assessment, safety, and internal communications and surveillance
- PacOrd, with over 55 years of waveguide, cabling and installation experience, L-3 PacOrd has the unique skills to design and custom-fabricate solutions to match precise, individual customer criteria
- Power Paragon, recognized as a global leader in all phases of power conversion and distribution - from engineering and development to manufacturing and integration
- SAM Electronics, innovative solutions and products designed to meet the most exacting requirements for ships of all types and sizes, with an unmatched track record of success in this specialized technology
- SPD Electrical Systems, world's leading supplier of shock-hardened circuit breakers and switchgear for harsh environments, providing innovative power protection for the world's most challenging applications
- Unidyne, providing engineering, analytical and technical support services in complex applications for the Department of Defense and related commercial businesses
- Westwood, manufactures many types of power and signal switchboards - rugged, reliable equipment that has been installed on a full range of naval vessels - from nuclear-powered aircraft carriers and destroyer escorts to submarines and special-purpose small boats
In 1998, Power & Control Systems was acquired by L-3 Communications, a leading merchant supplier to aerospace, military and commercial primes. Based in New York, L-3 Communications serves the Department of Defense, select U.S. government intelligence agencies, aerospace and defense prime contractors and commercial telecommunication and cellular customers.
 
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