Antenna control systems

Antenna control system upgrades & retrofits.

Aging controllers, worn drives and obsolete servo systems put your antennas at risk. We upgrade and retrofit antenna control systems from leading manufacturers, restoring precise pointing and tracking without replacing the whole antenna.

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Leading BrandsRadeus Labs, CPI, Vertex RSI, ASC Signal & more
MonopulseTracking receivers and tracking upgrades
Motors & DrivesDrive upgrades and replacement
Re-CalibrationPointing accuracy restored to spec

Why retrofit

Extend the life of the antenna you already own.

A controller and drive upgrade costs a fraction of a new antenna. A modern control system improves tracking, adds remote monitor and control, and solves parts obsolescence, keeping a proven reflector and pedestal on air for years to come.

Antenna positioner being installed inside a radome

What we do

From the controller to the motor.

Every part of the system that points, tracks and holds your antenna on target.

Controller upgrades

  • Obsolete controller replacement
  • Retrofits on existing pedestals
  • New controller installation

Servo & drive systems

  • Motor drive upgrades & replacement
  • Gear boxes & jacks
  • Polarization drive systems

Tracking systems

  • Monopulse tracking receivers
  • Auto-track upgrades
  • Tracking performance tuning

Calibration

  • Controller re-calibration
  • Encoder & limit alignment
  • Pointing accuracy verification

Integration & M&C

  • Remote monitor & control
  • Integration with your M&C system
  • Alarm & status reporting

Testing & commissioning

  • Axis dynamics & step response
  • Tracking acceptance tests
  • Handover & operator training

How a retrofit runs.

Planned around your operations to keep downtime as short as possible.

  1. 01

    Assess

    Survey of the existing controller, drives and pedestal.

  2. 02

    Engineer

    Equipment selection and interface design.

  3. 03

    Install

    Controller, drives and cabling installed.

  4. 04

    Calibrate

    Axes, limits and tracking tuned to spec.

  5. 05

    Commission

    Acceptance testing and handover.

Control systems we support

Experienced on the brands you run.

Antenna installation →
  • Radeus Labs
  • CPI (GD Satcom)
  • Vertex RSI
  • ASC Signal (Andrew)
  • Research Concepts
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FAQ

Antenna control system questions, answered.

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Is it worth retrofitting a controller instead of replacing the antenna?
Usually, yes. A controller and drive upgrade costs a fraction of a new antenna. A modern control system improves tracking, adds remote monitor and control and solves parts obsolescence, keeping a proven reflector and pedestal in service for years to come.
Which controller brands do you work with?
We upgrade and retrofit control systems from leading manufacturers, including Radeus Labs, CPI (GD Satcom), Vertex RSI, ASC Signal (Andrew) and Research Concepts.
Can you upgrade tracking on an existing antenna?
Yes. We install monopulse tracking receivers and auto-track upgrades, tune tracking performance, and verify it with tracking acceptance tests.
How much downtime does a retrofit cause?
Every retrofit is planned around your operations to keep downtime as short as possible. We survey the existing controller, drives and pedestal first, engineer the interfaces, then install, calibrate and commission.
Can the new controller connect to our M&C system?
Yes. We integrate remote monitor and control with your M&C system, including alarm and status reporting, and finish with handover and operator training.

Request a quote

Is your antenna controller showing its age?

Answer a few quick questions and an engineer will reply, typically within 4 hours during business hours. Prefer to talk? Call +1 (321) 676-5250.