Planar, a privately owned company headquartered in the US and a subsidiary of Leyard, was founded in 1983 and employs approximately 510 individuals. Specializing in computers and electronics manufacturing, the company provides display and digital signage technology, offering video walls, large format LCD displays, interactive touch screen monitors, and related products.
On April 1, 2026, Planar's new Simplicity E Series of large format 4K LCD displays received a Best of ISE 2026 Award, recognized by rAVe as the Best LCD Display in the Displays and Projection category. This follows the company's expansion of its U.S. sales force on March 25, 2026, with the addition of two West Coast team members. Planar appointed Antonio Dias as regional sales director and Douglas Schoenherr as business development manager for its Consultants Architect and Design (CAD) Group.
Planar's customers primarily consist of broadcast television and radio companies. Examples of Planar's customers include Noticias Telemundo and NBC Sports.
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