Business Details
50 Years
experience
Electronic Manufacturing Services Elgin, IL
Tricor Systems has been a leader in electronic contract manufacturing and design since 1976, delivering high-quality hardware and software solutions to medical, aerospace, military, and industrial clients. Our expertise spans electronic manufacturing services, medical device production, and custom engineering, supported by certifications including ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and ISO 13485:2016. With a reputation built on innovation and quality, we serve Fortune 500 companies and small businesses globally, offering end-to-end solutions from concept to production. Our engineers integrate electronics, mechanics, and optics to create specialized equipment, including award-winning patented products.We maintain a robust quality assurance system, directly reporting to executive leadership, ensuring compliance with FDA and ITAR regulations. Our capabilities include prototyping, large-scale production, and repair depot services, supported by advanced design tools and a commitment to customer-specific solutions. Recognized with Boeings Performance Excellence Award seven times, we prioritize reliability, precision, and customer satisfaction. Our confectionery instrumentation, such as chocolate temper meters, has become the global standard, reflecting our dedication to solving complex challenges across industries.
Services
Electronic Manufacturing
Medical Device Production
Contract Engineering
Software Development
Chocolate Temper Meters
Switch Test Equipment
Surface Analysis Systems
Custom Illumination Systems
Life Cycle Testers
Anesthesia Delivery Systems
Details
- Year established: 1976
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience in electronic manufacturing and engineering.
- ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and ISO 13485:2016 certified for quality assurance.
- Awarded Boeing Performance Excellence seven consecutive years.
- In-house engineering team for custom design and prototyping.
- Global reach with clients across medical, aerospace, and industrial sectors.
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- AS9100D
- ISO 13485:2016
- FDA
- ITAR
What people say
Award-winning products
Global standard instrumentation
Responsive manufacturing
Design for manufacturability
Quality assurance
Services
Electronic Manufacturing
Tricor Systems offers end-to-end electronic manufacturing services, including PCB assembly, cable harness fabrication, and full-system integration. Specializing in medical, aerospace, and industrial applications, we produce prototypes to large-scale volumes with ISO-certified quality. Our capabilities include SMT, thru-hole assembly, and testing to ensure compliance with industry standards.
Medical Device Production
As an FDA-registered and ISO 13485-certified facility, TRICOR designs and manufactures Class I, II, and III medical devices. Services include product validation, regulatory support, and full lifecycle production. Clients benefit from our expertise in anesthesia systems, leak detection, and endoscope reprocessing equipment, ensuring compliance with global safety standards.
Contract Engineering
TRICORs engineering team provides custom design solutions for electronics, mechanics, and software integration. From concept to production, we specialize in military, aerospace, and industrial systems. Our tools include Mentor Graphics for PCB design and SolidWorks for mechanical modeling, ensuring precision and innovation in every project.
Chocolate Temper Meters
TRICORs chocolate temper meters, including the Model 530 and 225, are the global standard for temper measurement. These devices ensure precise cocoa butter crystal formation, preventing bloom and ensuring product quality. Used by major confectioners, they offer fast, repeatable results with thermal electric cooling for accuracy.
Switch Test Equipment
TRICORs switch test equipment, such as the Model 925 Force Distance Tester, provides accurate force-displacement analysis for switches and keypads. Designed for R&D and quality control, these systems reduce test times by 50% while delivering detailed data in Excel format for statistical analysis and process improvement.
People
Josh Knowland
VP, Product Development
Josh Knowland leads product development at Lucerno Dynamics, collaborating with Tricor Systems for four years. He highlights TRICORs expertise in design for manufacturability and responsive manufacturing as critical to successful product launches.
Questions
What industries does TRICOR Systems serve?
TRICOR serves medical, aerospace, military, industrial, and confectionery sectors with electronic manufacturing, engineering, and custom instrumentation.
Is TRICOR Systems ISO certified?
Yes, TRICOR holds ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and ISO 13485:2016 certifications for quality management systems.
Can TRICOR handle both prototyping and large-scale production?
Yes, TRICOR supports prototyping, small batches, and high-volume production, including 50,000+ units annually for clients like Boeing.
What medical device classes does TRICOR manufacture?
TRICOR produces Class I, II, and III electronic medical devices, including anesthesia systems and endoscope reprocessing equipment.
Does TRICOR offer software development services?
Yes, TRICOR develops embedded software, GUIs, and algorithms for medical, aerospace, and industrial applications.
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