About TOMAR
TOMAR STANDS BEHIND OUR PRODUCTS—JUST LIKE WE STAND BEHIND YOU
Founded in 1969 in Chicago and now proudly headquartered in Gilbert, Arizona, TOMAR Electronics, Inc. is a family-owned and operated leader in signaling, illumination, and right-of-way enhancement. For over five decades, we’ve empowered professionals across industrial, emergency, and transportation sectors with dependable solutions designed to protect people, property, and budgets.
From government fleets to private operations, our mission is simple: Protect lives and property by delivering reliable, innovative electronic solutions.
TRUSTED. DURABLE. CAPABLE.
Innovation drives us—but trust sustains us. With numerous patents and decades of R&D, TOMAR has earned its reputation for delivering high-performance, ultra-reliable products designed and manufactured right here, in Gilbert, Arizona, USA. Our commitment to durability goes beyond expectations: while others may cut corners, we design our housings from rugged, work-ready materials—because you deserve products as resilient as your mission.
ENGINEERED TO EXCEL
TOMAR is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer, reflecting our rigorous commitment to consistent quality, continual improvement, and customer satisfaction.
Our solutions are the result of decades of advanced engineering and continuous innovation. TOMAR’s product development is powered by a team of forward-thinking engineers and cutting-edge tools that include:
- Advanced computerized circuit simulation to catch potential design flaws early
- Firmware/software management systems to streamline rapid prototyping
- High-speed optical ray-trace software to optimize lighting output
- A 100-ft. automated photometric light tunnel aligned with FAA, SAE, and IES standards
- A high-precision goniometer for detailed photometric testing of light distribution patterns
- Spectroradiometers for accurate color and spectral analysis
- 3D CAD modeling for agile mechanical prototyping
- Thermal simulation software and environmental chambers for stress testing
- Faraday cage instrumentation to verify EMI/EMC compliance
- Full-service in-house test lab for SAE and AMECA/AAMVA-compliant validation
Every TOMAR product represents engineering rigor backed by real-world performance.
CLIMATE-CONSCIOUS OPERATIONS
As an SRP Energy Star-rated Manufacturer since 2009, TOMAR has proactively aligned with the latest ISO management system standards addressing climate change action, affirming that climate change is a relevant and material factor in our operational context.
Our current initiatives include:
- Onsite renewable energy via a 100 kW grid-tied solar power system
- Energy-efficient infrastructure with a highly reflective roof to reduce cooling demand
- Strategic energy load shifting using the SRP Energy Management System to draw power during off-peak, lower-emission hours
- Advanced thermal management, including chilled-water cooling and a dedicated server room system
- Minimal greenhouse gas emissions, limited to minor seasonal heating
- Robust recycling program for cardboard, wiring, solder dross, circuit boards, and metals
We are committed not just to ISO compliance, but to setting a leadership example in sustainable manufacturing within our industry.
MANUFACTURING WITH INTEGRITY
From design to delivery, quality is never compromised. We enforce stringent quality control throughout every stage of production, including 100% fixture “burn-in” testing to guarantee durability and performance.
As an ISO-certified organization, we utilize Statistical Process Control (SPC) and an integrated digital system for order entry, inventory, and production control to ensure both efficiency and precision.
Our industry-leading warranties are a testament to the trust we place in our products—and the trust our customers place in TOMAR.
Frequently Asked Questions about TOMAR Electronics
How long has TOMAR been in business?
TOMAR started in Chicago, Illinois in 1969 manufacturing industrial warning equipment for heavy industry.
Why haven’t I ever heard of TOMAR before?
TOMAR’s focus is on supplying OEM’s with electronic solutions to integrate into their full product. Because of this, you may have heard or seen TOMAR before, and didn’t even know it!
Is TOMAR a public or private company?
TOMAR is a still a family-owned and operated, private company to this day.
Does TOMAR have any job openings?
Career opportunities can typically be found on Indeed, or on our careers page.
Where does TOMAR manufacture its products?
TOMAR designs, engineers, and assembles our products in our Energy Star manufacturing facility in Gilbert, Arizona.
What practices has TOMAR implemented to help reduce its carbon footprint and to promote sustainability?
TOMAR is proud to manufacture with clean, renewable energy from a large array of solar cells on our roof, transforming the continuous Arizona sunlight into the electricity we need to make quality solutions for you.
