TTI, Inc. is one of the world’s leading electronic component distributors, with a unique focus that sets it apart from other major companies: specialization in high-quality and niche categories. The company was founded in 1971 by Paul Andrews in Fort Worth, Texas, where its global headquarters remain to this day.
What began as a local distributor has grown over the years into a global brand. Today, TTI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett’s investment company. The company is built on values of personalized service, precise inventory management, and deep technical expertise – making it a preferred choice in the industry.
TTI currently operates more than 180 branches worldwide, with regional operations in the Americas, Europe, Asia, and Africa. It manages over 3.5 million square feet of distribution space, including 2.7 million square feet in the U.S. Major logistics centers are located in Fort Worth (USA), Munich (Europe), and Singapore (Asia).
TTI aims to be the world’s leading specialty distributor of passive, connector, and electromechanical components, and it stays true to this mission through a strong commitment to quality and exceptional service.
The company specializes in components where quality and reliability are critical, including:
- Passive components – capacitors, resistors, inductors, filters
- Connectors – for signal, power, and data
- Electromechanical components – switches, relays, buttons
- Sensors and discrete semiconductors
- Circuit protection devices – fuses, surge protectors, and more
TTI also leads a group of complementary distributors, including:
- Mouser Electronics – an online distributor catering to engineers and startups
- Sager Electronics – specializing in power and thermal solutions
- Exponential Technology Group (XTG) – includes Symmetry, RFMW, Connected Development, and others with expertise in RF, wireless, and IoT
- Raffenday Ltd. – a UK-based manufacturer of vehicle and railway cables (acquired in 2024)
- Braemac Pty Ltd. – an Australian distributor with operations across Oceania, the U.S., and Europe (acquired in 2023)
Beyond components, TTI provides additional services such as:
- Inventory management solutions – including VMI, scheduled orders, JIT
- Technical and engineering support – professional guidance during development
- Advanced logistics – real-time transparency, ERP integration
- Digital tools – advanced component search, BOM management, and more
TTI focuses on industries where reliability is mission-critical, such as:
- Aerospace and defense
- Automotive and smart transportation
- Medical devices
- Public transit and rail
- Industrial automation
- Robotics and IoT
TTI is not just a distributor – it’s a strategic partner for engineers and procurement professionals worldwide. With massive inventory, deep technical knowledge, and top-tier service, TTI continues to lead the electronic component distribution field with precision, reliability, and efficiency.
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