About Allen-Sherman-Hoff

Allen-Sherman-Hoff (ASH) was an American electronic manufacturing company based in Chicago, Illinois. Established in 1937, ASH initially focused on vacuum tubes, a crucial component for early radio and television technology. Over the years, they expanded their product line to include semiconductors, such as diodes and transistors, and even electronic test equipment. ASH played a significant role in the advancement of electronics during the mid-20th century, contributing to various industries like communication, audio, and computing before merging with Texas Instruments in 1956.