May 12, 2025 
DISTRON CORPORATION proudly marks its 55th anniversary in 2025. Since its founding in 1970, DISTRON has been a trusted partner for OEMs across critical sectors such as medical, military, clean tech, lighting, industrial electronics, and robotics.
Founded by Bob Donovan, DISTRON is a family-owned company now led by his son, Rob Donovan, who serves as Owner and CEO. As one of the region’s earliest contract manufacturers, DISTRON has built a legacy grounded in precision, reliability, and deep customer relationships. Over the last five and a half decades, the company has consistently adapted to technological advancements while remaining focused on delivering high-quality solutions with a personalized touch.
“Reaching 55 years is a milestone we’re incredibly proud of,” said Robert Donovan, Owner and CEO of DISTRON CORPORATION. “Our longevity is a testament to the dedication of our team, the loyalty of our customers, and our commitment to evolving alongside our industry. We’ve never stood still – our success has come from continually investing in our capabilities and in the success of our partners.”
Today, DISTRON offers full-service electronics manufacturing solutions, including SMT and through-hole assembly, inspection and testing, box build, warehousing, and fulfillment. With a campus that spans over 100,000 sq ft across three buildings, DISTRON provides the scale and flexibility to support both emerging innovators and established industry leaders.
While many manufacturers have come and gone over the past half-century, DISTRON has remained a consistent presence – growing with its customers and helping them bring complex, high-reliability products to life.
As DISTRON celebrates this important anniversary, the company looks to the future with continued investments in automation, quality systems, and customer-focused innovation.
For more about DISTRON’s capabilities, visit www.distron.com.
Founded in 1970, DISTRON CORPORATION is a premier, family-owned electronic contract manufacturer based in New England. With over five decades of experience, DISTRON offers a full suite of services including surface mount assembly, testing, inspection, warehousing, and fulfillment. The company partners with customers across industries such as medical devices, military and defense, clean tech, lighting, industrial electronics, and robotics. Known for its quality, flexibility, and customer-centric approach, DISTRON is committed to delivering reliable solutions from prototype through production.
