Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. operates in the Semiconductors and related devices sector. Maxim Integrated Products, Inc. (Maxim) designs, develops, manufactures and markets a range of linear and mixed-signal integrated circuits, commonly referred to as analog circuits, for a large number of customers in diverse geographical locations. Maxim's linear and mixed signal products serve four end-markets: industrial, communications, consumer and computing. The Company manufactures its own wafers and utilizes third-party silicon foundries to produce wafers. The majority of processed wafers are subjected to parametric and functional testing at its facilities. In addition, hybrid and module products are manufactured using a multi-chip technology featuring thin-film, laser-trimmed resistors and other active or passive components. In September 2010, the Company acquired Phyworks Ltd. In July 2011, the Company acquired SensorDynamics. In our complete report available for purchase the company is compared to: Altera Corporation, Sunpower Corporation and MEMC Electronic Materials, Inc..