Industrial Microwave Process Development & Engineering

From idea to industrial system—with the confidence of solid-state

We engineer industrial microwave systems that deliver where others can’t.

Crescend is your development partner for microwave power systems—helping you evaluate, design, and scale with precision-controlled solid-state microwave technology.

200kW solid-state microwave systems

Industial Microwave development is full of unknowns

  • Will your material respond to microwave energy?
  • Can it scale beyond the lab?
  • What system do you actually need?
  • How can solid-state precision improve my process? 

Too often, teams are forced to make costly decisions without the data to support them.  That leads to risk.

More than equipment. We’re your development partner.

We work alongside your engineering team to reduce uncertainty at every stage—from initial feasibility through full microwave system design & deployment, we help you:

Understand your material

Testing and evaluating the microwave dielectric properties to determine susceptibility of microwave enery.

Design the right system

Overall microwave system design, encompassing solid-state microwave generators, applicators, waveguides, sensors and instrumentation.

Validate your process

Lab and pilot-scale testing and evaluation.  In our lab or your own with the LabWave Microwave Test System.

Scale with confidence

Scale 902-928 MHz industrial microwave from lab to megawatt+systems with the experts in solid-state microwave processing. 

Success in microwave processing isn’t just about power. It’s about applying it precisely, consistently, and at scale.

It’s about getting the process right.

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A Proven Path from Concept to Commercialization

We help companies develop and optimize industrial microwave processing systems through material testing, electromagnetic simulation, applicator design, and full microwave system engineering for scalable commercial deployment using solid-state microwave.

Dielectric Material property analysis

Understand Your Material—Before You Design the Microwave System

We evaluate how your material interacts with microwave energy under real conditions.

 This determines feasibility, scalability, and system design requirements—before capital investment.

We perform:

  • Qualitative go/no-go testing
  • Quantitative process development
  • Dielectric property analysis (K & loss tangent)
solid-state microwave test lab 50kW

Real-World Testing; Not Trial and Error Assumptions

We test under real process conditions to validate qualitative and quantitative characteristics of the final product, reduce scale-up risk, and accelerate development.

  • Continuous Processing Systems
    10’ multimode conveyor microwave oven with real-time temperature and moisture monitoring and video capture.
  • Batch & Lab Testing
    2.5kW+ solid-state, thermal imaging & other data capture.
  • Specialized Testing Capabilities
    Vacuum, high-temperature, plasma, and advanced materials testing for demanding applications.

You’re invited to experience testing of your material at our innovation center & test lab at Crescend Headquarters.

COMSOL Multiphysics electromagnetic simulation

Validation Through Modeling

We model how microwave energy interacts with your material and system design to reduce development risk, improve efficiency, and accelerate commercialization.

  • Electromagnetic & Thermal Simulation
    COMSOL Multiphysics modeling for energy distribution, heating behavior, and process performance.
  • Microwave System & Applicator Optimization
    Optimize cavity geometry, applicator design, and microwave behavior before fabrication.
  • Advanced Microwave Process Modeling
    Frequency-dependent material analysis, variable load simulations, and iterative process optimization.
Applicator design for microwave

Applicator Design & Equipment Selection

From batch to conveyor ovens, to continuous flow systems, we design and optimize microwave applicators tailored to your process, material, and production goals.

  • Standard & Custom Applicator Design
    Conveyor ovens, batch systems, rotary tanks, pneumatic mixers and liquid vessels engineered for industrial microwave performance.
  • Electromagnetic & Thermal Simulation
    COMSOL Multiphysics® modeling for cavity design, energy distribution, and applicator optimization.
  • Precision 3D Engineering
    SolidWorks® CAD/CAE design files developed for seamless manufacturing and system integration.
microwave system design

Designing the System—Not Just the Components

We engineer complete microwave processing systems tailored to your application—from RF architecture to controls and mechanical integration.

  • End-to-End System Engineering
    Applicator design, waveguide systems, RF distribution, and heating system integration.
  • Controls & Automation Integration
    Sensor selection, instrumentation, PLC/DCS integration, and embedded control design.
  • Advanced Engineering Capabilities
    3D CAD, thermal and structural design, PCB development, and microcontroller programming.
200kW solid-state microwave systems

From Lab to Megawatt Industrial Systems

We translate test results into real-world system specifications —from pilot scale to industrial microwave system deployment.

We help you determine:

  • Required power levels
  • System size and configuration
  • Expected performance and cost

So you can move forward with clarity—not guesswork.

A Partner — From First Test to Full Operation & Ongoing Support

When something matters this much, you need a partner—not just a supplier.

We support you through:

System Commissioning — Verify performance, safety, and operational readiness.

Optimization & Tuning — Fine-tune system performance for efficiency and consistency.

Operator Training — Equip teams with the knowledge to confidently operate and maintain the system.

Ongoing Support — All engineering and support is US-based, ensuring fast response and deep technical expertise.

Start With An Idea. Validate With Data. Move Forward with Confidence.

Bring us your toughest microwave process challenge — our engineers will design a solid-state microwave solution that fits and solves your processing needs.

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