EPCOS was acquired by TDK Electronics. TDK develops, manufactures and markets electronic components and systems under the product brands of TDK and EPCOS, focusing on fast-growing leading-edge technology markets, which include automotive electronics, industrial electronics and consumer electronics as well as information and communications technology. Thanks to the 22,900 employees at some 20 design and production locations and an extensive sales network, the company is globally positioned \u2013 beyond the provision of standard products \u2013 to work closely with customers and create the right solutions for them.