Delta Electronics

In 1971, amidst a manufacturing boom in Taiwan, Bruce Cheng founded Delta Electronics. He started the company in a small factory in Taipei County, initially producing television deflection coils and other electronic components. From its inception, Cheng was reportedly concerned about the environmental impact of industrialization and focused the company's mission on energy efficiency. A pivotal moment came in 1983 when Delta began mass-producing switching power supplies. These components were more efficient than their predecessors, and the move proved successful, positioning the company as a key supplier in the growing personal computer market. This success culminated in the company's listing on the Taiwan Stock Exchange in 1988. That same year, Delta established its subsidiary in Thailand, which would become a major manufacturing hub. Throughout its history, Delta has expanded its expertise from components to integrated solutions. The company became the world's largest provider of switching power supplies in 2002. It has since diversified into a wide array of products, including industrial automation, renewable energy systems, and electric vehicle charging equipment. This expansion has been fueled by strategic acquisitions, such as the purchase of German automotive components firm TB&C Group and US-based Universal Instruments, to bolster its capabilities in the electric vehicle and industrial automation sectors, respectively.