ARLA/CLUSTER: RKR Designs adquire a Alpha Amplifier e TEN-TEC e planeia expandir a linha de produtos.

[João Costa > CT1FBF]

RKR Designs acquire Alpha Amplifier and TEN-TEC

RKR Designs, LLC of Longmont, Colorado has announced that they have
acquired the assets of Alpha Amplifier and TEN-TEC brands from RF
Concepts. RKR plans to expand the product line, while continuing to
service their customers that have enjoyed their products over the
years.

The principals of RKR Designs are Richard Gall, Ken Long and Rich
Danielson (Gall and Danielson of QSC Systems, Longmont, Colorado have
been a successful contract manufacturer, for over 20 years).
Ken Long, N0QO has over 20 years in the electronics and amateur radio
industry. Long will be President and CEO of the new company. QSC has
been building Alpha amplifiers for over 5 years. They have also been
building boards for TEN-TEC since their purchase by RF Concepts last
year.
Mr. Long said “QSC has always been a fantastic contract manufacturer,
and has the expertise and knowledge that will allow us to bring down
costs, while increasing quality and reducing manufacturing times.”

When asked for comment, Michael Seedman, AA6DY said “I can’t think of
a more capable group of people to take over the 45 year Alpha
Amplifier/TEN-TEC legacy. Ken Long has been involved with the industry
for years, and has a great feeling for products and operations. He has
the manufacturing and engineering resources available to deliver
quality products that our customers demand”. Mr. Seedman went on to
say “Alpha and TEN-TEC have always had a warm spot in my heart, and I
am thrilled that RKR Designs will be able to continue the operations
of the business. I wish them the best”.

Ken, Richard and Rich have been working very close over the past
several years and feel that this new relationship will benefit the
company and customers moving forward. This closer relationship to the
contract manufacturer will allow a more consistent process and
delivery of quality products along with significant cost benefits.

RKR Designs LLC is privately held, and terms of the acquisition were
not disclosed.

TEN-TEC Press Release