We are thrilled to announce that RFI Technology Solutions was honored with the Local Manufacturing Award at the prestigious 2025 ARCIA Excellence Awards! This isn't just a trophy; it's a powerful acknowledgment of the deep technical expertise, stringent quality control, and creative problem-solving our Australian-based manufacturing team applies to every antenna, filter, and communication solution we produce. For our clients in the mission-critical public safety, LMR, and cellular sectors, this award is a testament to the reliability and ingenuity built into the core of every RFI product.
For over 45 years, RFI Technology Solutions has been a cornerstone of Australia’s radio communications industry, driven by a commitment to local manufacturing. Our Australian-based facilities design, engineer, and manufacture a broad range of industry-leading products, including Antenna and Antenna Combining Systems, Filters, Cable Assemblies, and advanced Active Electronics such as Antenna System Monitors, Receiver Multicouplers, and Digital Repeaters.
Our flagship mission-critical low-PIM Corporate Collinear, Meander Collinear, and Dipole Array base station antennas, all locally manufactured, are relied upon by public safety networks both domestically and globally. These flagship products have become the go-to choice for radio networks across the globe, with 85% of RFI’s local production exported to international markets. This underscores our ability to meet global demand while maintaining strong ties to local manufacturing.
Commitment to Local Manufacturing
At the heart of RFI’s success with these antennas is our dedication to local production. By keeping manufacturing within Australia, we maintain control over every aspect of product design, development, and testing, ensuring stringent quality standards. By having local facilities, we can continuously improve our products, gathering valuable insights both from customers who use them and from those visiting our facilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities boast cutting-edge technology, including advanced RF and antenna design tools, anechoic and semi-anechoic chambers for multi-band PIM testing, and a fully shielded enclosure for high-power testing. These are complemented by Surface Mount Technology (SMT) for lead-free PCB assembly and automated testing facilities.
We also use an open-air ground reflection test range to rigorously measure patterns and gain data, ensuring our products perform exactly as expected. This infrastructure allows us to deliver high-quality products that meet the stringent requirements of our customers across various industries.
The Value of Local Manufacturing
Local manufacturing offers several key benefits to both RFI and our customers:
Global Reach with Local Roots
While RFI’s commitment to local manufacturing remains steadfast, our products serve a global market. Our locally produced antennas are deployed in public safety networks and radio communications industries across North America, Asia, and Europe. It is with pride that we see our antennas installed on iconic structures like the Empire State Building and Taipei 101, a testament to the trust in Australian-made products.
Today, RFI’s products are used in over 80 countries, highlighting Australia’s manufacturing excellence on a global scale.
Innovating for the Future
Innovation is central to RFI’s continued success. This year, we have embraced Industry 4.0 technologies, beginning with the automation and digitization of our antenna testing procedures. Pre-process checks and forced equipment calibrations are now integrated into our systems, ensuring precision and reliability. Customers can also access quality assurance results via QR codes on our products, offering transparency and confidence in our products’ performance.
Additionally, we capture every data point from these tests, allowing us to analyse trends and identify opportunities for future improvements. This focus on innovation keeps RFI at the forefront of Australian manufacturing while ensuring we continue to meet the evolving needs of the global market.
As we look ahead, RFI remains committed to driving local manufacturing excellence and supporting the growth of Australia’s radio communications industry.