RFI
RFI Technology Solutions is a privately-held Australian RF communications and solar/energy hardware company (founded 1979, 251-500 employees) that designs, manufactures, and distributes antennas, RF components, and energy storage solutions to public safety, mining, transport, marine, and healthcare verticals across Australia, NZ, the US, and EMEA via dealer and direct sales channels.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1979
- HeadquartersSurry Hills, Australia
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What RFI does
RFI Technology Solutions is a privately-held Australian technology company founded in 1979 and headquartered in Seven Hills, NSW, with 251-500 employees. The company designs, manufactures, distributes, and integrates RF (radio frequency) communications infrastructure — spanning cellular/5G/LTE antennas, PMR/LMR, WiFi, GPS, ISM, marine and mining antennas, RF passive components, lightning/surge protection, coverage enhancement systems (Cel-Fi repeaters, BDAs), and multicoupling/monitoring equipment — and has expanded into a parallel solar/energy product line covering modules, regulators, inverters, batteries (PowerPlus LiFe4851), and balance-of-system components under sub-brands including CDX-TREME, PRO SERIES, PowerPlus, Digital Drift, and Site Vantage. Its core go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales with an extensive Australian dealer network and wholly-owned regional subsidiaries serving the Americas (Twinsburg, OH), EMEA (Bicester, UK), and New Zealand (Auckland), supported by curated distribution partnerships with Poynting, PolyPhaser, Pulse, Andrew/CommScope, Transtector, Electra, Hanlong, and Digital Drift.
RFI serves six primary vertical markets: Public Safety, Mining & Resources, Transport & Infrastructure, Marine, Recreation/4WD/Caravan, and Health & Aged Care, with public safety and mining as the deepest specializations (the latter via the Digital Drift leaky feeder and radiating cable portfolio). Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed, reflecting a B2B model with multi-year contracts and volume-based account pricing through a login-protected e-commerce storefront and account-managed dealer relationships. Revenue is generated through hardware product sales (the primary stream across 800+ SKUs) and a professional services division providing installation, maintenance, and technical support for communications infrastructure. No public revenue, funding, or ownership details are disclosed, and the company maintains wholly-owned regional entities rather than operating through franchise or licensee structures.
RFI firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- RFI
- Legal name
- RFI Technology Solutions
- Website
- https://rfi.com.au
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1979
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- RFI Technology Solutions is a privately-held Australian RF communications and solar/energy hardware company (founded 1979, 251-500 employees) that designs, manufactures, and distributes antennas, RF components, and energy storage solutions to public safety, mining, transport, marine, and healthcare verticals across Australia, NZ, the US, and EMEA via dealer and direct sales channels.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
RFI industry classification
Industry- Product category
- RF Communications Hardware
- NAICS
- Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33422), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342)
- SIC
- Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Electronic Components & Accessories (3670), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)
- akta.pro primary industry
- RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules) (IMAGAJAG)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) & Integrated RF Modules (HDAHAMAA), RF & Microwave Connectors and Coaxial Assemblies (HDAHAOAD), Marine Safety & Navigation Electronics Retail (PFDs, EPIRBs, GPS, VHF) (CRAMAIAH)
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Where RFI is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Surry Hills
- HQ country
- Australia
- HQ region
- Oceania
Offices8 records
Markets served
RFI business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Product Sales: Primary revenue from sale of antennas, RF components, coverage enhancement equipment, and energy products including solar modules, inverters, and battery systems
- Professional Services: Service division providing installation, maintenance, and technical support services for communications infrastructure
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Other | Multi-year contract | B2B enterprise pricing model with account-based pricing |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels8 records
RFI product offering
Product offeringCore offering
RFI designs, manufactures and distributes radio frequency (RF) antenna systems, RF components and coverage enhancement equipment for cellular, PMR/LMR, Wi-Fi, GPS, ISM, CB, marine and mining communications. The company also sells complementary energy products — solar modules, regulators/chargers, inverters and battery storage — together with installation, maintenance and technical support services. Customers are predominantly B2B buyers in public safety, mining, transport, marine, health and aged care, and recreational 4WD/caravan markets across Australia, New Zealand, the United States and the United Kingdom.
Product overview
RFI Technology Solutions is a hardware-focused technology company offering a comprehensive portfolio of communications and energy products. The core communications offering spans multiple antenna categories (Cellular, PMR/LMR, Wi-Fi, GPS, ISM, CB, Marine, and Mining) alongside RF components (cables, connectors, passive components, lightning protection, and phasing equipment), coverage enhancement solutions, and multicoupling/monitoring systems. The company also offers a parallel energy product line including solar modules, regulators, inverters, and energy storage solutions. Key antenna sub-brands include CDX-TREME (ruggedized high-performance), PRO SERIES (professional-grade), and Digital Drift (mining-specific). Products are distributed across two main divisions: Communications Products and Energy Products, serving industries including public safety, mining, marine, transport, and recreation.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- CD-XTREME: High-gain ruggedized antenna product line for demanding environments
- PRO SERIES
- PowerPlus
- Digital Drift
- Site Vantage
Products and services
- Cellular Antennas High-gain collinear antennas supporting 5G and 4G/LTE cellular communications across 698–3800 MHz and up to 6000 MHz, including PRO SERIES and CDX-TREME families in MIMO and SISO configurations for enterprise cellular deployments.
- PMR/LMR Antennas Professional Mobile Radio and Land Mobile Radio antennas for VHF/UHF communications in Yagi, dipole and omni-directional designs for base station, vehicle, handheld and terminal applications — used by public safety and industrial operators.
- Wi-Fi Antennas Wi-Fi antennas covering 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands with MIMO configurations up to 4x4 for wireless networking, IoT and mining/tunnel applications.
- GPS/GLONASS Antennas Positioning and navigation antennas including mini puck, dual mount and marine variants for GPS and GLONASS applications.
- ISM and IoT Antennas Industrial, Scientific and Medical band antennas for LoRa, Helium, IoT and RFID applications in the 868–960 MHz range.
- Marine Antennas IP67-rated marine and coastal antenna systems supporting cellular, Wi-Fi, GPS and VHF communications with MIMO configurations up to 24x24 for vessels.
- Mining Antennas and Leaky-Feeder Systems Ruggedised antennas for mining communications including leaky-feeder radiating cable systems (1/2 inch and 7/8 inch) and VHF/UHF/Cellular solutions for underground and surface operations.
- CB Antennas Citizen's Band antennas for 477 MHz UHF communications in compact and high-gain collinear options for vehicle and base station use.
- RF Passive Components Cables, connectors, splitters, combiners, directional couplers, power dividers and hybrid combiners including wideband low-PIM components rated to -150dBc and supporting 5GNR, LTE and UMTS technologies from 698–4000 MHz.
- Lightning and Surge Protection Systems Surge protectors, gas discharge tubes and lightning protection equipment distributed under RFI, PolyPhaser, Andrew, Pulse, Transtector, Electra and Hanlong brands for VHF, UHF and cellular frequencies from 1.5 MHz to 7 GHz.
- Coverage Enhancement Solutions In-building, in-vehicle and fixed wireless access solutions including Cel-Fi repeaters, channel-selective and band-selective BDAs, AM/FM/DAB rebroadcast systems, Bury mobile-phone car kits and X10DR out-of-vehicle repeaters.
- IoT Modems and Gateways Modems, gateways and RF data modems for IoT and machine-to-machine communications connectivity, including Digital Drift industrial mining data systems.
- Multicoupling and Monitoring Systems Receiver and transmitter multicouplers, tower-top amplifiers, system combiners, duplexers, filters and monitoring components for RF signal distribution in radio networks.
- Installation Components and Accessories Mounting hardware, clamps, tools, installation accessories and power supplies for professional antenna and RF system installations.
- CDX-TREME Antenna Series High-performance ruggedised antenna series for cellular and UHF applications in extreme environments and demanding deployments — an RFI-owned sub-brand under the antenna portfolio.
- PRO SERIES Antennas Professional-grade 5G cellular and CB antenna series with multiple gain options and mounting configurations — an RFI-owned sub-brand.
- Digital Drift Industrial and Mining Communications Automated cable trimming tools, connectors, radiating cables, line amplifiers and leaky-feeder components for mining communications systems distributed under the Digital Drift brand.
- Solar Modules Solar photovoltaic panels for residential/commercial, recreational and industrial applications — supplied as part of RFI's Energy Products division.
- Energy Regulators and Chargers Solar regulators, battery chargers, DC-DC converters and EV chargers for residential, commercial and industrial energy management systems.
- Inverters Solar inverters, hybrid inverters, battery inverters and inverter accessories for residential, commercial and industrial energy systems.
- Energy Storage Solutions Batteries (including the PowerPlus LiFe4851 LiFePO4 solution) and complete energy storage systems for residential and commercial off-grid and backup applications.
- Balance of System for Solar Installations Racking, switchgear, protection equipment, cables, connectors and signage required for complete solar installation systems.
- RFI Service Division Professional services division providing installation, commissioning, maintenance and technical support for communications infrastructure deployments across Australia.
- Site Vantage Site Monitoring Site monitoring and management software/hardware solution for telecommunications infrastructure sites.
Companies that use RFI
Customer profileSegments6 records
Ideal customer profiles5 records
RFI technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature6 records
RFI partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- PoyntingcorePoynting is a distributed brand of antennas and RF equipment. RFI distributes Poynting products including WiFi antennas (OMNI series, HELI series, WLAN series), marine antennas (SWIRL series, WaveHunter), IoT antennas (OMNI-300 LoRa/Helium), and MIMO automotive antennas. Products include dual-band WiFi, 4x4 MIMO, and GPS/GLONASS combinations.
- PolyPhasercorePolyPhaser is a leading manufacturer of RF surge protectors and lightning protection equipment. RFI distributes PolyPhaser products including Type N, 4.3-10, and SMA connector-based surge protectors for frequencies from 1.5MHz to 7GHz with various power ratings and configurations.
- PulsecorePulse is an RF component manufacturer. RFI distributes Pulse products including Wilkinson splitters/combiners, reactive power dividers, and coaxial attenuators with 4.3-10, Type-N, and SMA connectors supporting frequencies up to 6GHz.
- Andrew (Commscope)minorAndrew (part of CommScope) is a major RF infrastructure manufacturer. RFI distributes Andrew lightning protection products for tower and base station applications.
- TranstectorminorTranstector provides RF surge protection solutions. RFI distributes Transtector products as part of their lightning protection portfolio.
- Digital DriftcoreDigital Drift provides specialized mining communications equipment including leaky feeder systems, radiating cables, automated cable trimming tools, and connectors. RFI distributes Digital Drift products specifically for mining applications including 1/2 inch and 7/8 inch radiating cables for VHF/UHF and WiFi bands, and line amplifier systems.
- ElectraminorElectra is a lightning protection equipment manufacturer. RFI distributes Electra products as part of their comprehensive surge protection offering.
- HanlongminorHanlong manufactures lightning protection equipment. RFI distributes Hanlong products as part of their surge protection range.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves1 record
Expansion highlights5 records
RFI competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- HUBER+SUHNER: Swiss manufacturer specializing in RF connectivity, antenna systems, and surge protection (now owning PolyPhaser). Directly comparable to RFI in RF antennas, low-PIM components, and lightning protection for public safety, transport, and industrial verticals.
- Pulse Electronics: Manufacturer of RF passive components including Wilkinson splitters, power dividers, and coaxial attenuators. Direct product overlap with RFI's cellular passive components and RF Components catalogue.
- Poynting Antennas: South African-headquartered antenna manufacturer offering MIMO, marine, and IoT antennas. RFI distributes Poynting products in ANZ and competes against Poynting in cellular, Wi-Fi, and marine antenna markets globally.
- Galtronics (Baylin Technologies): Specialist antenna manufacturer serving wireless infrastructure, in-building DAS, and IoT markets. Comparable product categories to RFI's coverage enhancement (Cel-Fi repeaters, BDAs) and small-cell/DAS antenna lines.
- PCTEL (Amphenol): Provider of antennas and test equipment for wireless networks, including public safety, fleet, and industrial markets. Highly comparable vertical focus to RFI's mining, public safety, and transport infrastructure segments.
Emerging players
- Cambium Networks: Provider of fixed wireless broadband, Wi-Fi, and IoT connectivity solutions including point-to-point and point-to-multipoint radios. Adjacent to RFI's Wi-Fi antenna and IoT/modem product lines, especially in mining and rural connectivity deployments.
Broad incumbents
- TE Connectivity: Global manufacturer of connectivity and sensor solutions including RF connectors, coaxial assemblies, and antennas for industrial, automotive, and communications markets. Overlaps with RFI in RF connectors, cabling, and ruggedized antenna assemblies.
- Amphenol: One of the world's largest manufacturers of interconnect, antenna, and sensor solutions including RF components, coaxial assemblies, and wireless infrastructure. Comparable to RFI in RF connectors, passive components, and integrated RF modules across cellular, Wi-Fi, and IoT.
- CommScope: Global leader in communications infrastructure including antennas, RF components, and surge protection (Andrew brand). RFI distributes Andrew surge protection and competes against CommScope in carrier-grade RF infrastructure projects across mining, public safety, and transport verticals.
- Kathrein (Ericsson Antenna Systems): Long-established German antenna manufacturer (now part of Ericsson) producing base station, broadcast, and specialized antennas. Overlaps with RFI in PMR/LMR, cellular collinear, and broadcast RF applications.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
RFI social profiles
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RFI leadership team
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RFI subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries3 records
RFI funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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RFI M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about RFI
What does RFI do?
RFI designs, manufactures and distributes radio frequency (RF) antenna systems, RF components and coverage enhancement equipment for cellular, PMR/LMR, Wi-Fi, GPS, ISM, CB, marine and mining communications. The company also sells complementary energy products — solar modules, regulators/chargers, inverters and battery storage — together with installation, maintenance and technical support services. Customers are predominantly B2B buyers in public safety, mining, transport, marine, health and aged care, and recreational 4WD/caravan markets across Australia, New Zealand, the United States and the United Kingdom.
Is RFI a public or private company?
RFI is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was RFI founded?
RFI was founded in 1979. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is RFI based?
RFI is headquartered in Surry Hills, Australia, in the Oceania region.
How does RFI make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. Hardware Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are professional Services.
Who are RFI's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are HUBER+SUHNER, Pulse Electronics, Poynting Antennas, Galtronics (Baylin Technologies) and PCTEL (Amphenol). Cambium Networks is listed as an emerging player. Broad incumbents are TE Connectivity, Amphenol, CommScope and Kathrein (Ericsson Antenna Systems).
Does RFI have an API?
No public API is recorded for RFI.
What industry is RFI in?
RFI's product category is RF Communications Hardware. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAGAJAG, RF & Wireless Components/Modules (RF front-end, antennas, industrial wireless modules), with a secondary code of HDAHAMAA, RF Front-End Modules (FEMs) & Integrated RF Modules. Its NAICS code is 334220 and its SIC code is 3663.