There are many ways you can support the local economy, one of which is to buy goods made in America. One way to do this is through purchasing TV sets.
Local TV manufacturers have been choosing to move their operations overseas, all in the name of competition. That said, you can do your part in being a loyal American goods consumer. Here is a short list of TV manufacturing companies you can support.
7 TVs Made In America
While most electronic devices are attributed to overseas operations, there are still plenty of TV manufacturers in the country, or in other words, televisions that are Made in America.
Here are some popular TVs made in the USA that are worth checking out:
1. Philips Magnavox
Established in 1911, Philips Magnavox was first based in Napa, USA as the Commercial Wireless Development Company. After moving bases to San Francisco, it has since then gone through several changes before it has reached its name today:
- In 1917, it became the Magnavox Company after a merger with The Sonora Phonograph Distributors.
- In 1974, it became a subsidiary of the Dutch electronics company Philips.
Today, Philips Magnavox specializes in television sets and the assembly of projection TVs. The company also has several plants worldwide that help in the assembly of materials: Mexico, China, Thailand, and Malaysia.
2. Silo Digital
Silo Digital is a private company in Chatsworth, California that specializes in LED TVs. Perhaps more interesting is how the company has been leading the TV manufacturing scene in the country for the past decade.
They entered the industry with their tube TVs, but really only gained popularity later. Since then, the company now manufacturers quality LCD and LED TVs:
- LED models range from 24 to 47 inches
- LCD models range from 32 to 55 inches
These LCD and LED models do carry the Made in America mark as proof of legitimacy.
3. SunBrite TVs
SunBrite TV is an American company based in Thousand Oaks, California. The company is known for its manufacturing of outdoor TVs. Specifically, they have three series of TV sets designed for outdoor spaces:
- Veranda: For no direct sunlight
- Signature: For partial sunlig
- Pro: For full sunlight
SunBrite TV has great options for both indoor and outdoor use. The company also has production facilities in North Carolina and Texas.
4. Element Electronics
Another American TV company staple is Element Electronics. You might have heard a lot about this assembly plant from South Carolina: they are known for their Smart TVs!
Most of their TV sets of Android and Roku [1] units are manufactured in Asia but are nonetheless assembled in the USA. Established in 2007, this brand offers quality devices at affordable prices.
5. Sharp
The Sharp Electronics Corporation was established in Montvale, New Jersey in 1962. They are a subsidiary of the popular Japanese brand Sharp. The company is best known for their solar cell products, but manufacture the following as well:
- LCD and LED televisions up to 80 inches in size
- Television accessories such as Blu-ray players and DVD players
Despite being a Japanese brand, you really can’t get televisions that are more “Made in America” than Sharp!
Want a larger sized model? Here is our list of the top-rated 85-inches TVs today!
6. Toshiba
Toshiba America is another company-opened up subsidiary from Japan you’re most likely familiar with. Some product lines assembled in Toshiba’s America manufacturing plant include the following:
- SuperTube TV
- Flat Tube HDTV
- Plasma TV Models
You can easily confirm their legitimacy by looking at their Made in the USA labels.
7. Seura TV
Established in 2003, Seura is a TV manufacturing brand based in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Seura is best known to manufacture the following products:
- Lighted Mirror TV Sets
- Dual-Purpose Vanity TV Mirrors
- Indoor and Outdoor TV Models
For reference, it was their TV mirror prototype of a full mirror when the TV is turned off that put them on the industry map. Definitely check them out for quality dual-purpose TV mirrors!
What Other Famous TV Brands Manufactured Are There?
Common companies that manufacture LCD and LED TVs are:
- Samsung and LG from South Korea
- Hisense and TCL from China
- Sony from China and Japan
These are brands are unfortunately not made in the USA, but are household staples nonetheless. This is true especially for Samsung TVs since they are everywhere.
Conclusion
Televisions are deeply ingrained into our culture here in America. Despite the declining number of American-made brands, there is still quite a handful that manufactures LCD and LED TVs and computer monitors for the common household:
- Philipps Magnavox
- Silo Digital
- SunBrite TVs
- Element Electronics
- Sharp Electronics Corporation
- Toshiba
- Seura TV
If you’re looking for the latest LCD models, CRT TVs, networking devices, or anything at all, you will definitely be able to find TVs made in the USA.
