Overview
Workman Electronic Products is an American manufacturer and distributor of communications accessories, antennas, test equipment, installation hardware, and related radio products. The company is particularly well known within the CB radio, amateur radio, scanner, and two-way radio markets for its extensive catalog of antennas, coaxial accessories, microphone accessories, SWR meters, mounts, connectors, and installation components.
The company has supplied communications products for decades and remains a recognized brand among radio enthusiasts, dealers, and communications equipment installers.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Company Name | Workman Electronic Products |
| Industry | Communications Equipment Accessories |
| Headquarters | Delta, Ohio, USA |
| Founded | 1936 |
| Primary Products | CB Antennas, Antenna Mounts, SWR Meters, Coaxial Accessories, Connectors, Microphone Accessories |
| Markets Served | CB Radio, Amateur Radio, Commercial Two-Way Radio, Scanner Radio |
| Status | Active |
Description
Workman Electronic Products manufactures and distributes a broad range of communications accessories and installation hardware. Its product catalog includes mobile and base station antennas, antenna mounts, coaxial cable assemblies, microphone accessories, SWR and power meters, adapters, connectors, speakers, power accessories, and general radio installation components.
The company is particularly recognized within the CB radio industry for its antenna product line, which includes fiberglass mobile antennas, magnetic mount antennas, base station antennas, and specialty antenna systems. Workman products are commonly sold through radio dealers, communications distributors, truck-stop retailers, and online communications equipment suppliers.
Unlike many radio manufacturers, Workman primarily focuses on accessories and support equipment rather than complete radio transceivers.
History
Workman Electronic Products traces its history to 1936 and has served the communications industry for nearly a century. Throughout its existence, the company has supplied replacement parts, installation hardware, antennas, and accessories for various communications markets.
As CB radio popularity expanded during the 1970s, Workman became a major supplier of antennas, SWR meters, mounts, and related accessories used by both hobbyists and commercial operators. The company’s products continued to be widely distributed through radio dealers and communications equipment retailers during the CB boom and beyond.
Today, Workman remains active in the communications accessory market, supplying products for CB, amateur radio, scanner, and commercial radio applications.
Historical Timeline
| Year | Event |
|---|---|
| 1936 | Workman Electronic Products begins operations. |
| 1940s–1960s | Expands communications parts and accessory offerings. |
| 1970s | Becomes a major supplier of CB radio antennas, meters, mounts, and accessories during the CB radio boom. |
| 1980s–1990s | Expands product catalog serving CB, amateur radio, and scanner markets. |
| 2000s | Continues development and distribution of communications accessories and antenna products. |
| Present | Remains active as a supplier of communications equipment accessories headquartered in Delta, Ohio. |
References
- https://workmanelectronics.com/ — Official Workman Electronic Products website with company information and product catalog.
- https://www.radiomuseum.org/dsp_hersteller_detail.cfm?company_id=12303 — Historical manufacturer listing for Workman Electronic Products.