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we lead the way in microwave innovation, leveraging recent advancements in semiconductor technology to replace outdated magnetron-based generators with our cutting-edge solid-state microwave generators.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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Adhering to industry standards is essential. Our Quality Management System is ISO certified and compliant.
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