DELIVERING STATE-OF-THE-ART PERFORMANCE FOR OVER 30 YEARS

Solid State Microwave Generators & RF Amplifiers for Commercial, Industrial, & Defense Applications

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PIONEERING THE FUTURE OF SOLID-STATE, HIGH-POWER RF ENERGY

At Crescend Technologies, we lead the way in microwave innovation, leveraging recent advancements in semiconductor technology to replace outdated magnetron-based generators with our cutting-edge solid-state microwave generators. In 2019, we introduced the world’s first 50-kilowatt solid-state microwave generator, and since then, we have shipped over a million watts of microwave power worldwide. Our solid-state units offer a host of new capabilities, setting new standards for reliability, cost of ownership, and ease of maintenance. With power options ranging from 2.5 kilowatts to 50 kilowatts and beyond, our lineup of microwave generators caters to diverse industry needs.

Using the extensive experience gained in RF devices from our LMR business sector, Crescend Technologies has become the pioneer and leader in the high power, RF Energy Market. Crescend is currently the only North American manufacturer of High-Power Solid-State Microwave Energy Generators and systems. Our high-quality microwave generators produce up to 50KW of standalone power and can be combined for up to 800KW systems and beyond.

BUSINESS SECTORS

Our expert team offers exceptional engineering services tailored for the design of advanced microwave processing systems. Crescend Technologies takes pride in developing and proving customized comprehensive system solutions.

Solid-State RF
Microwave Energy

LMR & Commercial
Communications

Aerospace & Defense
EW & Communications

CUSTOM SOLUTIONS

Bring the collective expertise of Crescend Technologies’ engineers to your custom engineering project.

Crescend has decades of experience in designing customized systems of various sizes for numerous commercial, industrial, and defense applications and has equipped our team to handle complete system design projects including applicator design. Our engineering team utilizes state-of-the-art CAD, EDA, and electromagnetic/thermal simulation software suites to rapidly create accurate and reliable designs.

UNLOCK THE POWER OF MICROWAVE HEATING FOR YOUR INDUSTRY

OUR CAPABILITIES & VALUES

As an industry leader in solid-state microwave technology, Crescend Technologies offers extensive expertise and technical capabilities. Our new facility in Glendale Heights, Illinois, provides 38,000 feet of manufacturing space. Crescend Technologies designs solutions created for maximum reliability and efficiency, with a focus on our core values of innovation, commitment, consideration, and initiative.

TESTIMONIALS

Pioneering the Future of Solid-State, High Power RF Microwave Energy.

WHY SOLID STATE TECHNOLOGY?

Longer Transistor
Lifetimes

Solid-state microwave transistors offer a significantly longer lifespan than magnetron tubes, providing hundreds of thousands of hours of use, while expensive magnetron tubes typically provide only 4000-6000 hours. Solid-state transistors also provide consistent power output throughout their life, while magnetron tubes decline in power and stability as they age.

Perfect for
Remote Locations

The longer lifespan and limited maintenance requirements of solid-state transistors makes Crescend's solid-state microwave generator technology ideal for remote locations. Power modules and power supply units can be replaced easily and safely, eliminating lengthy or difficult – and therefore costly – trips by specialized technicians. Diagnostic monitoring and testing can be performed remotely over the internet.

Easy Maintenance &
Decreased Downtime

The modular, plug-in construction of Crescend Technologies’ microwave generators allows RF power modules or power supply units to be replaced easily with simple hand tools in about thirty minutes. Conventional magnetron tubes require skilled service technicians for replacement, which results in higher costs and greatly increased downtimes. Solid state generators do not internally use dangerous high voltages (20,000 volts) present in magnetron generators.

Software Offering
User Friendly Control

Crescend’s PrecisePower™ Windows-based software suite provides a user-friendly experience for controlling and evaluating every aspect of your system, including built-in load analysis tools to maximize efficiency and performance. Solid-state generators provide complete control over output power, frequency, and phase. The generator can be easily interfaced to PLCs or distributed control systems.

Precise
Power Control

Our computer-controlled generator provides fast, precise control of output power, ideal for precision drying and heating systems to protect the quality of sensitive materials.

System
Scalability

Our patented scalable architecture allows us to provide systems ranging from a few kilowatts to hundreds of kilowatts based on common hardware and software platforms. Additional power can be added to existing systems as you process rate increases in the future.

An Excellent Solution for
Decarbonization Projects

Microwave systems are 100% electric powered and can readily replace natural gas fired convention heaters. Additionally, microwave ovens typically do not produce particulate, CO₂ or NOx emissions and generally do not require permitting.

Quality Management System
ISO Certified

Adhering to industry standards is essential. Our Quality Management System is ISO certified and compliant.

FEATURED SOLUTIONS

Drying System Chamber

Precision Drying
Systems

This project produced a lab-verified solid-state microwave drying solution that increased quality and uniformity.

Communications Installation

Communications
Installation

This commercial GPS Tracking solution over RF helps provide critical Situational Awareness in remote and heavily forested areas.

Troop & Defense Equipment

EW & Comms
Solutions

These solutions provide essential capabilities for defending deployed units from IEDs and aerial threats.

WHAT WE OFFER

When you partner with Crescend Technologies for your custom RF project, you will find we provide top-quality technical solutions and expert customer service and guidance, in accordance with our company’s core values.
Innovation
Commitment
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