COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.—Frontgrade Technologies, a provider of high-reliability electronics for space and national security missions, recently acquired IDSI, LLC, the Defense Solutions division of Crescend Technologies, LLC. The acquisition aims to bolster Frontgrade’s radio frequency (RF) amplifier offerings, particularly to the aerospace and defense markets, according to a release from Frontgrade Technologies.
Based in York, Pennsylvania, IDSI specializes in designing, developing, and manufacturing SWaP-C solid state, high-power RF amplifiers and amplifier-based subsystems. The division’s products cover frequency bands from HF to SHF and support various Department of Defense tactical missions, including electronic warfare, communications, and tactical data link.
By expanding its high-power RF amplifier technology offerings, Frontgrade stated in the release that it is taking action to enhance its capabilities and address the complex and evolving challenges faced by the aerospace and defense industries.
“The acquisition of Crescend’s Defense Solutions division into Frontgrade represents a significant advancement in our mission to provide our customers with cutting-edge RF solutions,” said Mitch Stevison, chief executive officer at Frontgrade Technologies, in the release. “The IDSI team’s expertise in high-power RF amplifiers—chiefly their focus on SWaP-C considerations and embedded intelligence—complements our existing portfolio of RF solid state amplifiers and strengthens our ability to deliver a broader range of reliable, innovative products to the aerospace and defense sectors.”
The acquisition of Crescend’s Defense Solutions division is said to underscore Frontgrade’s commitment to strategically grow its product portfolio and deliver comprehensive solutions to its customers.
“Joining forces with Frontgrade Technologies is an exciting milestone for our business,” said Mason Carter, president of IDSI, in the release. “This acquisition allows us to leverage Frontgrade’s extensive resources and industry presence to further our commitment to innovation, deliver our unique value proposition to a growing base of customers, and solve next generation requirements.”