Trex Enterprises Corporation, established in 1978 and headquartered in San Diego, California, is a diversified high-technology firm focused on delivering innovative technical solutions and products across the electromagnetic spectrum. With a history that began as Western Research Corporation, Trex has evolved into a key player in developing proprietary technologies in fields such as microwave sensing, high-resolution imaging, digital signal processing, applied optics, and advanced materials.
The company is particularly known for its strong emphasis on dual-use technologies, which cater to both defense and commercial applications. Trex receives substantial support from the U.S. government for its programs aimed at meeting defense, homeland security, and force protection needs. This includes advancing technology that helps enhance the performance and capabilities of the nation and its allies.
Incorporating a commercial incubation strategy, Trex has successfully created six ventures, all backed with outside equity participation, allowing them to address emerging market needs effectively. Since it became Trex Enterprises Corporation in 2000, after a buyout from Thermo Electron Corporation, the company has continued to expand its operations, now employing around 200 professionals across locations in California, New Mexico, Hawaii, and Massachusetts.
The wide range of products and services offered by Trex includes adaptive optics, electro-optics, communications sensors and imaging, millimeter-wave radar, and various advanced materials. The company's commitment to innovation is evident in its active collaborations with industry leaders, and its strategic focus on maintaining a strong research and development framework continues to position Trex at the forefront of technological advancements.
