PALTEK was founded by Tadahito Takahashi in 1982, as an importer and distributor of innovative ICs and softwares. Originally offering MMI PAL, PALTEK introduced CMOS PLDs to the Japanese market. It has built its business with Altera high-density EPLDs and development systems, and continues to leverage its technical expertise to launch new products and services. Remarkable for a new entrant into the electronics distribution industry, PALTEK has been honored with a directorship in the Distributor's Association of Foreign Semiconductors, and chairs the Trade Mission Committee.