Extech Test & Measurement Instruments
The Extech Instruments Division is
a manufacturer and supplier of 15 major product categories of technically
advanced, portable meters including multimeters, clamp meters, electrical
testers, and environmental meters for the measurement of light, sound,
temperature, humidity, airflow, RPMs, and water quality. The company
has a strong presence in the electrical, HVACR, construction, manufacturing,
plant/MRO, process and automation, environmental, electronics/testing,
and field service/maintenance sectors worldwide.
Extech History
Incorporated in 1970, Extech Instruments is based in Waltham, Massachusetts
USA, just west of Boston. Recognized for the breadth and depth of its Test & Measurement
offering and strong distribution network, Extech was acquired by FLIR Systems
in November 2007. Extech Instruments’ high-value, handheld test
instruments and FLIR-branded infrared thermal imager are sold through a
network of national catalog houses, regional stocking distributors, internet,
and international master distributors. The company has become one of the
largest manufacturers and suppliers of test equipment and portable printers
and the Extech Instruments brand is regarded in many industries as the
brand of choice. ISO 9001:2000 certified by TUV, Extech’s enviable
reputation is built on innovative products that offer unique and patented
designs with features, functions and reliability at an affordable price. |

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FLIR Infrared Thermal Imagers
Since 1978, FLIR Systems has been the global leader in infrared thermal
imaging. FLIR offers the widest selection of innovative and award-winning
infrared cameras and accessories for beginners to seasoned pros. As a
FLIR company, Extech plays a key role in the U.S. distribution of FLIR
infrared thermal imagers. By leveraging decades of experience growing
strategic relationships with major distribution channels, Extech is accelerating
access to FLIR’s innovative infrared cameras through local and
online stocking distributors in U.S. markets.
Extech employs over 100 people worldwide. In addition to the US world headquarters,
Extech is affiliated with design, manufacturing and warehousing facilities
in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and China.
Extech Instruments has become a market leader with innovative products that
offer more functionality and exceed customer expectations. For example, Extech
was the first to offer a Type K thermocouple input on its multimeters and clamp
meters and the first to introduce handheld test and measurement products with
a built in PC interface and datalogging capabilities. Their latest patented
innovation combines built-in non-contact IR Temperature capabilities within
key product categories. This innovation has earned several Product of the Year
Design Awards for Extech.
Our promise of excellence in technology is more than just a slogan — it’s
our name: EXcellence in TECHnology. Our company
mission is to create value for the company, our employees and our customers
through Innovation, Selection and Support. We are always looking to develop
products which make their jobs easier. We guarantee our customers real value
with the very best in quality assurance, technical support, NIST certification
and after sales service and support. Of course we can’t do this without
a team of talented and hardworking employees dedicated to the mission and ensuring
we all experience that Extech Advantage. |