ATCi

What ATCi does

ATCi (Antenna Technology Communications, Inc.) is a privately held satellite communications systems integrator founded in 1979 and headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The company designs, manufactures, and integrates RF/Satcom solutions for broadcasters, cable television operators, military and government agencies, universities, and corporate enterprises. Its flagship technology is the Simulsat multibeam antenna platform (Simulsat 5B and Simulsat 7A), described as the world's only antenna capable of simultaneously receiving signals from up to 37 satellites within a 75° view arc with equal performance, using a fixed design with no moving parts and supporting C, Ku, Ka, X, S-bands and inclined orbit satellites.

The company generates revenue across four primary streams: hardware sales (Simulsat antennas, parabolic antennas, flyaway systems, transmitters, modulators, fiber optics, test equipment), managed teleport services (uplink/downlink, disaster recovery, cloud distribution, master control), professional system integration services, and resale of complementary RF equipment from technology partners Evertz and Quintech Electronics. ATCi operates two secure data centers with 2N redundancy supporting its teleport services. Go-to-market is enterprise field sales via regional sales agents, supported by industry tradeshow participation (e.g., SCTE TechExpo26) and a website-driven inbound channel. Pricing is custom and project-based with multi-year contract cadence.

Name

ATCi

Legal name

Antenna Technology Communications, Inc.

Website

https://atci.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1979

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ATCi is a privately held RF/Satcom systems integrator founded in 1979 in Chandler, Arizona, specializing in its proprietary Simulsat multibeam antenna technology, teleport services, and end-to-end satellite communications solutions for broadcasters, cable operators, military, and government clients.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Satellite Communications Equipment

NAICS

Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (33422), Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing (334220), Communications Equipment Manufacturing (3342), Satellite Telecommunications (5174)

SIC

Radio & Tv Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (3663), Communications Equipment, Nec (3669)

akta.pro primary industry

Satellite Broadband Terminals & Gateways (VSAT/LEO CPE) (HDAFAIAM)

akta.pro secondary industries

Satellite Network Operations & Capacity Services (NOC, Capacity Leasing, Managed Payload Services) (HDAIAJAI), Satellite Video & Media Distribution (DTH, Contribution/Distribution, Occasional Use) (HDAIAJAG)

Keywords

• Satellite communications systems
• Multibeam antenna technology
• RF Satcom solutions
• Teleport managed services
• Military satellite communications

Headquarters

HQ city

Chandler

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Satellite Antenna Hardware Sales: Sale of Simulsat multibeam antennas, parabolic antennas, flyaway systems, and antenna accessories. Products include Simulsat 5B and 7A multibeam antennas, DH and Prodelin parabolic antennas, 1.2m-2.4m flyaway systems.
2. Teleport Services: End-to-end satellite uplink/downlink delivery, disaster recovery, channel origination/playout, cloud distribution, master control, and data center services including dedicated rackspace in secure facilities.
3. System Integration Services: Professional installation, integration, and project management services for RF/Satcom installations including antenna systems, fiber links, routing switch equipment, and comprehensive site surveys with training.
4. RF Equipment Sales: Sale of transmitters (SSPAs), modulators, fiber optic equipment, test equipment (TE-4000), controllers, LNBs, filters, and antenna accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

ATCi designs, manufactures, and integrates satellite communications infrastructure built around its proprietary Simulsat multibeam antenna technology, which simultaneously receives signals from up to 37 satellites within a 75-degree view arc. The company sells parabolic antennas, flyaway systems, RF equipment (transmitters, modulators, fiber optics), uplink packages, and military monitoring systems, and provides managed teleport services and professional system integration for broadcast, cable, military, and enterprise customers.

Product overview

ATCi offers end-to-end satellite communications solutions built around its flagship Simulsat multibeam antenna technology (Simulsat 5B and Simulsat 7A), which simultaneously receive signals from multiple satellites within a wide view arc. The product portfolio encompasses parabolic antennas, flyaway systems, uplink/downlink packages, RF distribution equipment, fiber optics, modulators, transmitters (SSPAs), test equipment, and antenna accessories. ATCi provides managed teleport services including satellite uplink/downlink, disaster recovery, and cloud distribution, alongside military monitoring systems and GSM backhaul solutions. The company integrates third-party products from Evertz and Quintech for RF distribution and matrix switching, and Norsat for LNBs. System integration and installation services complement the hardware offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Simulsat 5B Multibeam Earth Station antenna that simultaneously receives signals from up to 35 satellites within a 70-degree view arc with equal performance on each satellite. Supports C-Band, Ku-Band, C/Ku-Band, Ka-Band, X-Band, S-Band, and Inclined Orbit feeds. Designed for broadcasters, cable operators, and teleports needing multi-satellite reception.
• Simulsat 7A Advanced Multibeam Earth Station antenna that simultaneously receives signals from up to 37 satellites within a 75-degree view arc with equal performance. Supports multiple frequency bands including Ka-Band, X-Band, S-Band, and Inclined Orbit feeds.
• Parabolic Antennas Full line of DH and Prodelin parabolic antennas including 3.7m and 4.5m C/Ku-Band models available in fixed or motorized configurations with Gibraltar mount systems for satellite reception.
• FlyAway Systems Portable satellite terminal systems designed for worldwide transmit and receive operations. Includes 1.2m, 1.8m, and 2.4m antennas in C-Band and Ku-Band configurations that can be transported and deployed rapidly for field operations.
• TE-4000 4K Spectrum Analyzer Professional field strength meter and spectrum analyzer for TV, Satellite, CATV and WiFi analysis. Features HEVC H.265 decoding, wide band LNB compatibility, constellation diagram, WiFi analysis, and transport stream analyzer.
• ZMOD-X1 Modulator All-inclusive modulator with DVBS, DVBS2, and 8PSK modulation schemes, IF output, L-band output, and ASI input. Features front panel control and web browser monitoring in a compact 10-inch deep, 4.5 lb design.
• Transmitter SSPAs Complete family of solid state C and Ku band VSAT transmitters with power outputs ranging from 10 to 100+ watts. Includes ATZC, ATZCI, and ATZK series models with L-Band input capability and rugged outdoor design.
• Fiber Optics RF over fiber transport solutions including 402LZ transmitter and Link4i chassis. Integrates with Evertz 7708/7807LR Series fiber receiver modules for extended L-Band signal distribution with active LNB current limit and short circuit protection.
• Uplink Packages Complete satellite uplink systems including Altair UNO, DUO, TRIO, and QUATRO packages supporting 1-4 video channels in SCPC or MCPC format for C-Band and Ku-Band operations.
• Teleport Services End-to-end satellite teleport and managed services including uplink/downlink delivery, disaster recovery, channel origination/playout, cloud distribution, master control, and secure data center hosting with 2N redundancy across two secure data centers with dual Simulsat 5B antennas.
• Downlink Services Industry-leading full downlink solutions using Simulsat multibeam antenna technology for satellite signal reception and content delivery.
• Military Monitoring System Military and government satellite communications applications including the Warrior Package for satellite monitoring, encrypted data/video/voice transmission solutions, and mobile trucks/trailers for field satellite and cellular services.
• GSM Backhaul Satellite GSM backhaul system for cellular E1/T1 backhaul needs. Includes DCME equipment that compresses up to 8 E1s/T1s into one E1/T1, reducing satellite segment usage for telecom operators.
• System Integration Services Professional RF/Satcom installation and integration services including antenna systems, fiber links, routers, signal flow testing, site surveys, and comprehensive training delivered worldwide with 30+ years of experience.
• RF Solutions Complete RF/Satcom solutions from Quintech and Evertz including RF distribution, matrix switches, and RF over IP solutions for satellite communications infrastructure.

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration5 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EvertzcoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for RF/satcom solutions. Evertz provides RF over fiber products, matrix switches, and VistaLINK monitoring solutions. Combined 70+ years of experience between ATCi and Evertz. Products include 7708/7807LR fiber receiver modules, 7800FR modular frames, and VistaLINK PRO monitoring platforms.
• Quintech ElectronicscoreTechnology or IntegrationStrategic technology partnership for RF/satcom solutions. Quintech provides matrix switches and RF distribution equipment. Combined 70+ years of experience between ATCi and Quintech for network orchestration, monitoring, and management solutions.
• BairdminorOthersATCi offers a full line of Baird non-penetrating mount antenna supports in 2.4M, 3.1M, 3.8M, and 4.5M configurations for antenna mounting solutions.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Comtech Telecommunications Corp. Comtech is a direct peer in satellite ground equipment (SSPA/transmitters, modems, RF uplinks) and satcom systems integration serving defense, broadcast, and commercial customers — overlapping heavily with ATCi's RF/Satcom equipment and integration portfolio.
• Gilat Satellite Networks: Gilat manufactures VSATs, SSPA block upconverters, and satellite ground-segment equipment with comparable target verticals (military, broadcast, cellular backhaul — ATCi explicitly offers GSM backhaul). Comparable RF/satcom equipment portfolio and integrator business model.
• Sencore (Wellav/TeamTech): Sencore manufactures broadcast signal reception, modulation, and RF test equipment for cable, broadcast, and satcom operators — directly comparable to ATCi's TE-4000 spectrum analyzer, ZMOD-X1 modulators, and downlink packages.
• Quintech Electronics: Quintech is both a named ATCi partner AND a comparable peer — it manufactures L-band matrix switches, RF distribution, and signal management products that compete with and complement ATCi's RF/Satcom offering.
• Evertz Microsystems: Evertz, ATCi's named strategic partner, is also a peer in RF-over-fiber transport, matrix switching, and broadcast monitoring — directly comparable to ATCi's 402LZ fiber optic transmitter line and broader RF/Satcom integration.

Broad incumbents

• Kratos Defense & Security Solutions: Kratos is a much larger incumbent in RF/satcom ground systems and military satcom, including earth station antennas, monitoring, and command-and-control. Overlaps with ATCi's antenna systems and military monitoring offerings, particularly Warrior Package-style systems.
• General Dynamics SATCOM Technologies (CPI Satcom): A legacy large-scale manufacturer of satellite earth station antennas, SSPAs, and complete uplink/downlink packages for government and commercial customers. Directly comparable product set to ATCi's parabolic antennas, transmitters, and uplink packages.
• Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions: Cobham (now part of Transdigm/CAE) produces satcom terminals, RF components, and ground systems for defense and commercial aerospace — adjacent to ATCi's RF/Satcom equipment and flyaway systems for military and field operations.
• ViaSat (now Viasat / Inmarsat): ViaSat is a vertically integrated satellite operator and ground-systems provider; comparable to ATCi on teleport/managed services, RF ground equipment, and government satcom, though at vastly greater scale and as a satellite operator as well.
• Hughes Network Systems: Hughes designs and manufactures VSAT terminals, gateways, and satcom ground equipment; ATCi's VSAT transmitters (SSPAs) and GSM backhaul address the same fixed-site satcom ground-segment use cases.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/Simulsat
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ATCiTeleport
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/atci

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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