Real-Time Laboratories

What Real-Time Laboratories does

Real-Time Laboratories is a U.S.-based provider of military vehicle auxiliary systems, operating in the defense hardware segment with a portfolio spanning hydraulics, electromechanical controls, HVAC, Auxiliary Power Units (APUs), power management systems, and CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear) protection systems. Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Boca Raton, the company develops and manufactures these systems in-house, emphasizing precision engineering, durability in harsh conditions, and seamless integration with established military platforms such as the U.S. Army's Abrams tanks and MRAP vehicles. CBRN protection systems operate across three modes (overpressure, collective face mask, and hybrid protection) functioning as part of each vehicle's life support system.

The company serves primarily U.S. military and defense customers, including the U.S. Military broadly, U.S. Special Forces, and U.S. Army ground combat vehicle programs. Its go-to-market is direct enterprise sales: products are sold into defense procurement channels with no publicly disclosed pricing, consistent with negotiated government contracts. The customer base is concentrated entirely within U.S. government defense buyers, with no disclosed commercial customers beyond a secondary mention of commercial aviation. Real-Time Laboratories operates with 11-50 employees, indicating a focused, specialized supplier profile rather than a diversified contractor.

The business model centers on hardware sales of military-grade auxiliary systems, supported by in-house systems engineering, manufacturing, technical and logistical support, and actuation and motion controls. The company's positioning leverages proprietary engineering and capital-intensive manufacturing facilities as barriers to entry, while recognized corporate governance standards (named one of the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies for the fourth consecutive year) support its standing as a qualified defense supplier. Commercial aviation is identified as an adjacent secondary vertical, suggesting potential diversification beyond the military ground vehicle core.

Name

Real-Time Laboratories

Legal name

Elbit Systems of America, LLC

Website

https://real-timelabs.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Real-Time Laboratories is a U.S.-based defense hardware supplier founded in 1999 that designs and manufactures military vehicle auxiliary systems — hydraulics, electromechanical controls, HVAC, APUs, power management, and CBRN protection — primarily serving U.S. Army and Special Forces customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Military Vehicle Auxiliary Systems

NAICS

Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables (334513), Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620)

akta.pro primary industry

Military Aerospace Ground Support Equipment (GSE) & Test Systems (IMABAMAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Process Automation Instrumentation & Control (DCS, Valves, Actuators, Analyzers) (IMAHAHAM), Industrial Control Cabinets & Power Distribution (Panels, Switchgear for Automation) (IMAHAHAK)

Keywords

• Military hydraulic systems
• Electromechanical controls
• Military HVAC systems
• Auxiliary power units
• CBRN protection systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Boca Raton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Military Auxiliary Systems Sales: Sale of hydraulic systems, electromechanical controls, HVAC systems, Auxiliary Power Units (APU), power management systems, and CBRN protection systems to military and defense customers. Products designed for military vehicles and industrial applications with in-house manufacturing capabilities.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Real-Time Laboratories designs, manufactures, and supports auxiliary systems for military vehicles and defense applications. Its product portfolio spans hydraulic systems, electromechanical controls, HVAC, auxiliary power units (APU), power management solutions, and CBRN protection systems engineered for integration with platforms such as MRAPs and Abrams. The company performs in-house systems engineering, manufacturing, and provides technical and logistical lifecycle support.

Product overview

Elbit America's Auxiliary Systems division offers a comprehensive portfolio of military-grade systems and assemblies designed for industrial and defense applications. The product suite includes six core offerings: Hydraulics, Electromechanical Controls, HVAC, APU (Auxiliary Power Units), Power Management, and CBRN Protection. These systems are designed for integration and reliability across military vehicle applications, with in-house production capabilities ensuring products and services are handled under one roof. The division provides complete lifecycle support including systems engineering, manufacturing, technical and logistical support, and actuation and motion controls.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hydraulics Economical, low-maintenance hydraulic systems engineered for military and industrial applications, with continuous testing and innovation to enhance quality and reliability. Designed for use in military vehicles and industrial performance use cases.
• Electromechanical Controls Comprehensive range of electromechanical controls offering high-performance actuation and motion control for military vehicles and industrial applications, maintained at the forefront through continuous testing and improvement.
• HVAC Systems Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning products integrated into military MRAP vehicles, providing heating and cooling to enhance crew concentration and reduce discomfort during vehicle operation.
• Auxiliary Power Units (APU) Resilient secondary power sources engineered for military vehicles to withstand harsh conditions, delivering dependable electricity and independent air conditioning independent of the main engine.
• Power Management Systems Comprehensive suite of power management solutions for military operations that optimize mission duration, alleviate logistical fuel supply challenges, and provide on-demand power access in the field.
• CBRN Protection Systems Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear protection systems functioning as vehicle life support, operating with vehicle HVAC or as standalone units. Three protection modes: overpressure protection, collective face mask protection, and hybrid protection.

Quantifiable outcome

• Minimal operating expenses and maintenance needs for hydraulic systems
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Elbit Systems: Israeli parent of Elbit Systems of America. Operates across the same auxiliary, C4I, electronic warfare, and ground-combat domains and is the ultimate owner of the operating entity described in the data; comparable as the corporate parent and adjacent business.
• BAE Systems: Major U.S. and U.K. defense prime with ground-combat vehicle, power, and environmental-control exposure. Comparable as a Tier-1 supplier of integrated auxiliary subsystems to the same Abrams / MRAP customer base.
• General Dynamics Land Systems: OEM of the Abrams tank and a major ground-combat prime. Directly comparable as the platform owner that integrates and procures the APU, HVAC, hydraulic, and CBRN subsystems RTL supplies.
• Oshkosh Defense: Manufacturer of MRAP-family and tactical wheeled vehicles. Comparable as a platform customer and integrator for many of the same auxiliary subsystems (HVAC, power, hydraulics) on U.S. Army ground combat programs.
• L3Harris Technologies: Large U.S. defense prime with broad ground-vehicle electronics, power management, and integrated vehicle-systems exposure. Comparable as a peer-tier integrator competing for adjacent scope on U.S. Army ground platforms.
• Honeywell Aerospace: Tier-1 supplier of auxiliary power units, environmental control systems, and power management for military vehicles and aircraft. Directly comparable APU and HVAC product overlap with RTL's portfolio.

Direct peers

• Curtiss-Wright Defense Solutions: Supplies rugged power, motion control, and electromechanical subsystems for military vehicles and platforms. Most directly comparable mid-tier vendor competing for similar APU, hydraulic, and power-management scope.
• Moog Inc. Designs and manufactures high-precision motion control, hydraulic, and electromechanical components for defense and aerospace platforms. Closely comparable in electromechanical controls and actuation technology.
• Parker Hannifin: Major supplier of hydraulic, pneumatic, electromechanical, and fluid-handling components used on military ground vehicles. Comparable as a direct competitor in hydraulics and motion-control subsystems.
• Leonardo DRS: U.S. mid-tier defense supplier of vehicle electronics, power conversion, and integrated platform subsystems. Comparable in scale and as a competing supplier of power management and integrated vehicle auxiliary systems to U.S. ground forces.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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