Laird Technologies is a global leader in the design and supply of electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding, thermal management products, mechanical drive systems, signal integrity components, and wireless antenna solutions, as well as radio frequency (RF) modules and systems.

The recent acquisition of Spectre Communications Limited has strengthened Avnet Memec's market position as an RF and wireless specialist across Europe.

Laird Technologies' wireless M2M solutions are ideal for the automotive, retail and ePOS, fleet management, healthcare, finance, security, asset management, and many other industries. Laird Technologies' product lines enable Avnet Memec to further expand its wireless technology offerings with:

- Special RF modules optimized for applications where range or minimal power is of paramount importance
- ZigBee® modules designed based on ultra-low power design expertise, delivering very long-term, comprehensive commissioning and software tools
- High-performance and diverse Bluetooth® modules based on the CSR, including very low power, very long-term, integrated battery, and rich multimedia functionality
- WiFi modules enabling any device to access the Internet even without a host processor through the use of onboard intelligence, a simple scripting interface (UWScript), and configurable I/O and ADC.