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Frontgrade Grows Aerospace and Defense Amplifier Capabilities with Acquisition of Crescend Technologies’ Defense Solutions Division

Frontgrade Technologies, a leading provider of high-reliability electronic solutions for space and national security missions, today announced its acquisition of IDSI, LLC, the Defense Solutions division of Crescend Technologies, LLC. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster Frontgrade’s Radio Frequency (RF) amplifier offerings, particularly to the aerospace and defense markets.

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Frontgrade Technologies, a leading provider of high-reliability electronic solutions for space and national security missions, today announced its acquisition of IDSI, LLC, the Defense Solutions division of Crescend Technologies, LLC. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster Frontgrade’s Radio Frequency (RF) amplifier offerings, particularly to the aerospace and defense markets.

Frontgrade Technologies, a leading provider of high-reliability electronic solutions for space and national security missions, today announced its acquisition of IDSI, LLC, the Defense Solutions division of Crescend Technologies, LLC. This strategic acquisition aims to bolster Frontgrade’s Radio Frequency (RF) amplifier offerings, particularly to the aerospace and defense markets.

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.

“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. “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.”

“Joining forces with Frontgrade Technologies is an exciting milestone for our business,” said Mason Carter, President of IDSI. “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.”

The acquisition of Crescend’s Defense Solutions division underscores Frontgrade’s commitment to strategically grow its product portfolio and deliver comprehensive solutions to its customers. By expanding its high-power RF amplifier technology offerings, Frontgrade is taking action to enhance its capabilities and address the complex and evolving challenges faced by the aerospace and defense industries.

About Frontgrade Technologies

Frontgrade Technologies is a leading provider of high-reliability, radiation-assured solutions for defense, intelligence, commercial, and civil applications. With over 60 years of space flight heritage, Frontgrade offers a complementary and integrated suite of mission-critical electronics, including rad-hard and rad-tolerant components, mission processing subsystems, custom ASICs, motion control systems, waveguides, antennas, and power management solutions. For more information, visit www.frontgrade.com.

About Crescend Technologies

Crescend Technologies, LLC, founded in 1979 as a leader in high-power amplifiers for the Public Safety market, has evolved into a pioneering force in solid-state microwave energy solutions. Leveraging decades of engineering expertise, Crescend empowers industrial sectors to replace outdated systems with innovative solid-state microwave technology designed to increase throughput, minimize downtime, and enhance sustainability.

At Crescend Technologies, we are not just advancing technology; we are driving the future of industrial innovation with a steadfast commitment to efficiency, sustainability, and operational excellence. For more information, visit www.crescendrf.com.

By expanding its high-power RF amplifier technology offerings, Frontgrade is taking action to enhance its capabilities and address the complex and evolving challenges faced by the aerospace and defense industries.

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