Description
Sharp Devices Europe GmbH is a subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, headquartered in Munich, Germany. The company specializes in developing and supplying advanced electronic components and solutions for various industries. As part of the global Sharp Corporation, Sharp Devices Europe leverages cutting-edge research and technology to deliver high-performance products tailored to the needs of its customers.
Products and services offered by Sharp Devices Europe:
- TFT LCD displays
- Optoelectronic components
- CCD and CMOS camera sensors
- Power devices
- Analog ICs and sensors
Sharp Devices Europe is known for its innovative products, such as large-format TFT LCDs, high-efficiency power devices, and advanced imaging sensors. These products are designed to meet the rigorous demands of applications in automotive electronics, industrial automation, mobile communications, and consumer electronics.
Headquarters: Munich, Germany
Founded: Subsidiary of Sharp Corporation, Japan
Area Served: Worldwide
Sharp Corporation
Sharp Corporation is a Japanese multinational corporation that designs and manufactures electronic products. Headquartered in Sakai-ku, Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, Japan, the company was founded by Tokuji Hayakawa in 1912. Orginally established as a metal workshop, Sharp has grown into a global leader in electronics.
Key Products & Services:
- Consumer Electronics
- Information Equipment
- Electronic Components
- Business Solutions
Notable Innovations:
- Mechanical Pencil - The company's name "Sharp" originates from its first major product, the mechanical pencil, invented in 1915.
- LCD Technology - Sharp was a pioneer in the development of LCD technology and produced the world's first commercial LCD calculator in 1973.
- Camera Phones - In 2000, Sharp introduced the world's first commercial camera phone, the J-SH04 in Japan.
Corporate Milestones:
- Acquisition by Foxconn - In 2016, Sharp became majority-owned by Taiwan-based Foxconn Group, enhancing its global manufacturing capabilities.
- Sakai Plant - Sharp's Sakai plant, established in 2009, was the world's first 10th-generation LCD manufacturing plant, optimised for producing large-screen LCD panels.
- The company employs over 50,000 people globally.