Agreement enables faster, easier access to a comprehensive range of robust connectivity products designed for harsh environments

Oxford, UK, 17 December 2015 - RS Components (RS), the trading brand of Electrocomponents plc (LSE:ECM), the global distributor for engineers, has entered into a distribution agreement with TE Connectivity (TE), a world leader in connectivity, known for its DEUTSCH high-performance connectivity solutions for use in harsh environment applications.

This global distribution agreement provides customers with access to a robust line of TE's DEUTSCH products that provide reliable interconnections in areas where dirt, dust, moisture, salt spray, vibration and chemicals may occur. These harsh conditions are found in industries such as commercial and military aerospace, defence, oil & gas, and marine. TE's DEUTSCH products stocked by RS include hermetically and environmentally sealed connectors, common terminal junctions and coupling systems, and a full range of mil-spec contacts - all of which have been developed to meet stringent reliability standards.

'By partnering with TE, we are making it easier for customers to access a top quality range of DEUTSCH connectivity products that have a 50-year heritage of quality and reliability,' said Kevin McCormack, Global Head of IP&E at RS. 'These products are time-tested for dependability and durability, and customers look to TE's DEUTSCH products when they want safe, reliable connections anywhere in the world.'

'RS has a longstanding reputation for high standards of service, with an impressive eCommerce strategy and global distribution network that allows fast and easy access to our products,' said Fred Scott, National Distribution Sales Manager, TE Connectivity Global Aerospace, Defense & Marine. 'Adding the RS family to our channel is important for our business, and another step in our ongoing effort to reach all available customers.'

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About RS Components
 RS Components and Allied Electronics are the trading brands of Electrocomponents plc, the global distributor for engineers. With operations in 32 countries, we offer more than 500,000 products through the internet, catalogues and at trade counters to over one million customers, shipping around 44,000 parcels a day. Our products, sourced from 2,500 leading suppliers, include electronic components, electrical, automation and control, and test and measurement equipment, and engineering tools and consumables.

Electrocomponents is listed on the London Stock Exchange and in the last financial year ended 31 March 2015 had revenues of £1.27bn.

For more information, please visit the website at www.rs-online.com.

About TE Connectivity
TE Connectivity (NYSE:TEL) is a $12 billion global technology leader. Our connectivity and sensor solutions are essential in today's increasingly connected world. We collaborate with engineers to transform their concepts into creations - redefining what's possible using intelligent, efficient and high-performing TE products and solutions proven in harsh environments. Our 72,000 people, including over 7,000 engineers, partner with customers in close to 150 countries across a wide range of industries. We believe EVERY CONNECTION COUNTS - www.TE.com.

Editorial Contact
 Aakriti Kaushik
PR Manager - EMEA
RS Components
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Publitek Technology PR
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