Thriving since 1962, Simcona Electronics is a U.S. family-owned and -operated electronic component and cable/wire supplier, and industrial control panel builder. But who are we really?
We’re always perfecting the people, the process, and the positive impact we leave – on each other, on your industry, and in the community.
We do this for the long-term relationships. Come grow with us, whether you’re a potential customer, supply partner, or team member.
People
Every success story at Simcona shares a vital thread – the people on our team. To us, that means partnerships over transactions, a mindset of always looking ahead, and a genuine passion for quality.
Sound like something you want to be a part of? Explore our open positions:
Process
To give customers peace of mind and a leg to stand on, we hold several certifications in component distribution and panel manufacturing. We uphold these standards through continuous-improvement training and in-house audits.
Read about our commitment to ISO, UL, RoHS, and REACH best practices here:
Positive Impact
From CEO Marc Iacona on down, we’re proud of Simcona’s impact on the industry and the region.
Our core values – caring, collaboration, passion, loyalty, innovation, and integrity – shine through in our relationships with customers & partners, community agencies, and the next generation of engineers. We’re proud of how we interact with all three.
Envisioning the increasing role electronics would play in the world’s future, Louis Iacona and Simon Braitman form Simcona as a component distribution company. They open up shop in an 1,800 sq. ft. loft opposite Kodak Park in Rochester.
Due to increasing business, Simcona moves to a larger space at 221 Joseph Ave. in Rochester.
Simcona relocates again, moving to Mt. Read Boulevard, where its headquarters remain today.
The company hosts the first Simcona Electronics Show. Over time it evolves from being hosted at the Mt. Read office to occupying the largest exhibit hall in Rochester.
Simcona sees record attendance at the 11th annual Simcona Electronics Show. More than 1,875 engineers, purchasing agents, buyers, and technicians attend.
Leadership transitions to the second generation. This includes Louis’ son, Marc; Louis’ son-in-law, Angelo; and Simon’s daughter, Blanche.
Marc Iacona acquires sole ownership of the company.
Renovations and office improvements begin at the 15,000 sq. ft. Mt. Read Boulevard headquarters.
Simcona dives into electronic engineering services, opening a panel manufacturing shop. It occupies 5,000 sq. ft. at the Mt. Read Boulevard location.
Simcona announces a new direction and focus as a sourcing and procurement expert. It hones its diverse catalog of engineering, logistics, inventory management, and manufacturing services.
To meet growing customer demand, the company marks its 60th year with an expansion and brand-new panel manufacturing facility. This allows the company to substantially ramp up capacity, offering full turnkey panel assembly for customers of all industries and sizes.
Today, Simcona Electronics employs more than 70 people. Its facility investment in Rochester reaches 130,000 sq. ft. across THREE locations.
