Telephonics has been active in the China aviation market since 1985 when it was awarded its first contract for an Air Traffic Control system at the Guangzhou International Airport. Additionally, in 1995, Telephonics began installation of its first AeroTrac® ATM system in China. Since that time, Telephonics has installed over 15 additional AeroTrac® systems throughout the country.

“We are very excited about the opening of our Beijing office to help expand our presence in China,” said Donald Pastor, President of the Electronic Systems Division. “Through this local office, Telephonics can provide the best service to our customers throughout China”.

Telephonics’ Electronic Systems Division is a world leader in both the Defense and Civil Air Traffic Control markets for advanced automation systems and secondary surveillance radars. Electronic Systems also specializes in Integrated Security Systems and Products for the Homeland Security and Anti-Terrorism Force Protection market. ESD is recognized for its superior technology and ability to rapidly integrate sophisticated system solutions by incorporating state-of-the-art hardware and software designs.

About Telephonics
A subsidiary of Griffon Corporation, Telephonics' high-technology engineering and manufacturing capabilities provide integrated information, communication and sensor system solutions to military and commercial markets worldwide. Telephonics specializes in aircraft intercommunication systems, wireless communication systems, radars, identification friend or foe products, integrated security systems, air traffic management systems, aerospace electronics, and the performance of threat and radar system analyses.

About Griffon Corporation
Griffon Corporation is a diversified manufacturing company headquartered in Jericho, NY with operations in three business segments: Garage Doors; Specialty Plastic Films; and Electronic Information and Communication Systems.

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