ABOUT NEWS CAREERS INVESTORS ENGLISH STOCK CHECK Why Sensata Our Products Industries Resources Contact Us Get a Quote HOME ABOUT US About Us Sensata Technologies is a global industrial technology company and a leading provider of sensor-rich solutions that create insights for customers with operations in 13 countries, including China, Japan, Korea and Malaysia. Who We Are History Future Focus Corporate Responsibility Diversity & Inclusion Who We Are Sensing is what we do. In fact, our name Sensata comes from the Latin word sensate or ‘those gifted with sense’. Our focus on sensing is also reflected in our logo, which spells Sensata in Braille. Sensata Technologies is a leading industrial technology company that develops sensors, sensor-based solutions, including controllers and software, and other mission-critical products to create valuable business insights for customers and end users. For more than 100 years, Sensata has provided a wide range of customized, sensor-rich solutions that address complex engineering requirements to help customers solve difficult challenges in the automotive, heavy vehicle & off-road, industrial and aerospace industries. With more than 19,000 employees and operations in 13 countries, Sensata’s solutions help to make products safer, cleaner and more efficient, electrified, and connected. 1.1 billion units shipped per year under the Sensata brand and 17 other name brands 13 countries in which business and operations sites are located $3.0 billion of revenue generated during the 2020 fiscal year History 1910s: The Golden Years Sensata Technologies began as General Plate Company, a business founded on April 24, 1916 by Rathbun Willard to provide "gold plate" for the nearby Rhode Island jewelry industry. The start–up was financed with a $50,000 loan from the principals of the Grinnell Company in Providence. 1920s: Expansion Manufacturing first took place in the cellar of the Bigney Building in Attleboro, MA. Constrained by space, Willard decided to move the company and purchased over 200 acres of land in what was then known as Cat-O-Nine-Tail Swamp. The first building was constructed at 34 Forest Street in 1926. 1930s: The First Merger In 1931, the company merged with Spencer Thermostat Company of Cambridge, MA and formed Metals & Controls Corporation. This merger combined the capabilities of metal processing with temperature-sensing control expertise that later attracted the attention of Texas Instruments. Future Focus We are ready for the next century. Our vision is to be a world leader and early innovator in mission-critical sensor-rich solutions and insights while satisfying the world’s growing need for safety, efficiency and a clean environment and being a partner, employer and neighbor of choice. Our sensors are the fundamental building blocks needed for a cleaner, more efficient, electrified and connected world. There are four major trends that will shape our markets over the next decade. Clean & Efficient Sensata sensors are being used to make more efficient industrial pumps, improve fuel efficiency in cars and heavy off-road vehicles and more. Electrification As electric vehicles rise in popularity and demand, they require sensors to monitor and optimize everything from battery systems to thermal management systems. Autonomy Sensata is developing sensors that will enable light passenger cars, off-road vehicles and material handling equipment to operate autonomously. Smart & Connected Sensata is developing smart, connected sensors that enable actionable insights for commercial vehicle operators. Corporate Responsibility A message from our CEO & President "As a leader, I believe in being humble and I'm proud to work for an organization that manufactures products that help make the world safer, cleaner and more energy efficient. During Sensata's 100+ year history, we have been involved with outreach programs that support education, civic involvement and diversity. We believe our Company must play a substantial role in bettering the communities where we live and work and supporting the engineers of the future. Our employees have dedicated thousands of hours to local community organizations globally through our volunteer programs. Additionally, through our corporate matching gifts programs, Sensata provides funding to qualifying charitable entities that support our core initiatives. As a company, we are committed to sustainable environmental initiatives and sound social and governance practices at all Sensata locations globally." - Jeff Cote, Chief Executive Officer & President DOWNLOAD THE 2020 SENSATA SUSTAINABILITY REPORT Sustainability It is Sensata’s vision that our products will enhance the safety, efficiency and comfort for millions of people every day. Sensata is committed to sustainable business practices that are safe for its employees, contractors and suppliers, protective of the environment, pro-active in addressing local and global risks to its operations, and supportive of the communities in which we do business. Click here to learn more about our Sustainability journey Community Sensata employees demonstrate our company value of passion through volunteerism. They take pride in bringing joy to our communities. Volunteer projects are designed to provide opportunities for our employees to strengthen impact to our communities, and include gardening, carpentry, literacy and STEM activities. Click here to learn more about how we help the Community The Foundation Sensata has a long and proud history of supporting the communities in which we operate. For nearly all of our 100- year history, we have been involved with outreach programs that nurture and support education, economic development, civic involvement, and diversity. In 2017, the Company founded the Sensata Foundation to more closely support qualifying charitable entities that support the Company’s core initiatives. Click here to learn more about our Foundation POLICIES DISCLAIMER TERMS & CONDITIONS Join the conversation © 2021 Sensata Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. By clicking the Accept button, you agree to us doing so. More info Accept