What Lodar does

Lodar Ltd is a UK-based designer, manufacturer, and distributor of industrial wireless radio remote control systems, founded in 1984 and operating from facilities in the Stafford/Walsall area. The company's product portfolio covers Mini (IP67), Standard (IP54), and Industrial Pro (IP65) transmitter lines with 1-40+ function counts, paired with Mini, Standard, Keypad, and PWM receiver units supporting 9-32V multi-voltage operation and up to 1000ft narrowband range. End applications include towing and recovery, stabilization equipment, concrete pumping, agriculture, automation, and winch and hoist operations.

Lodar runs a pure distribution-channel go-to-market model: hardware is sold exclusively through a trained distributor network spanning 28 countries, supported by dedicated regional sales offices in the UK, US, Australia, Canada, and New Zealand. Revenue is generated from sales of complete transmitter/receiver systems, replacement parts, accessories (aerials, solenoids, relays, holders, covers), and pro-rated warranty replacements in years 3-5; pricing is quote-based and disclosed through regional offices or local distributors rather than published. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications, a published Conflict Minerals Policy, and a Conformity of Production mark (VCT420035).

Lodar serves a mix of OEM end-users (John Deere, CNH Industrial, Pierce Arrow, Miller Industries) and smaller specialist operators in tow, recovery, agricultural, and industrial service businesses. Named customers include Chevron, Road Runners Recovery Service, Doug's Auto, Michael Racine Service Center, Tri-City Wrecker, and Sean's Garage, with relationships such as a 30-year account with operator Jeff Pierce indicating high retention in distribution-led industrial markets.

Name

Lodar

Legal name

Lodar Ltd

Website

https://lodar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lodar Ltd designs, manufactures, and distributes industrial wireless radio remote control systems used in towing, recovery, agriculture, concrete pumping, stabilization, and automation, selling exclusively through trained distributors across 28 countries since 1984.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Wireless Remote Controls

NAICS

Relay and Industrial Control Manufacturing (335314), Electrical Equipment Manufacturing (33531)

SIC

Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600), Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823)

akta.pro primary industry

Ruggedized/Harsh-Environment Electronics Manufacturing (IP-rated, shock/vibration, wide-temp) (IMAGAGAF)

Keywords

• Industrial wireless remote controls
• Radio frequency remote systems
• Programmable transmitter receivers
• PWM motor controllers
• Industrial remote control hardware

Headquarters

HQ city

Stafford

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Wireless Remote Control Systems: Sale of industrial wireless radio remote control systems including transmitters, receivers, and complete kits. Systems are sold with 2-40+ functions for industrial equipment control applications.
2. Accessories and Replacement Parts: Sale of complementary accessories including aerials, solenoids, relays, transmitter holders/covers, and replacement parts for existing Lodar installations.
3. Pro-Rated Warranty Replacement: Years 3-5 warranty provides replacement products at discounted pro-rated pricing through the distributor network.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Lodar designs, manufactures, and sells industrial wireless radio frequency (RF) remote control systems, including programmable transmitters and receivers with 1 to 40+ functions for controlling industrial equipment such as recovery vehicles, towing trucks, winches, stabilizers, concrete pumps, and agricultural machinery. Products are built to industrial-grade durability standards (IP54–IP68, -40°C to +80°C) and are sold exclusively through a global network of trained authorized distributors in 28 countries.

Product overview

Lodar offers a comprehensive wireless radio remote control system with multiple transmitter and receiver product lines designed for industrial applications. The core product family includes Mini transmitters (compact, IP67-rated, 2-4 functions), Standard transmitters (20+ year best-seller, IP54, 1-6 functions), and IP/Industrial Pro transmitters (heavy-duty, IP65, up to 40+ functions). Receivers are available in Mini (IP67, 3 amp), Standard 15 amp (IP54), Keypad (with backup controls, IP65), and PWM variants (variable speed control, IP66). The system operates on 12V/24V DC across all receivers, with standard range up to 200ft and narrowband products extending to 1000ft. Supporting accessories include aerial assemblies, solenoids, relays, and protective holders/covers. Software tools include Lodar Config Software for system programming and PWM Configuration Software. The product is backed by a 5-year pro-rated warranty and supported through distributors in 28 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Mini Transmitter Series
• Standard Transmitter Series Long-running best-selling transmitter with tactile dome buttons protected by a wipe-clean overlay; available in 1, 2, 4, and 6 function options, with up to 200 ft (60 m) operating range and IP54 rating for general industrial use.
• IP (Industrial Pro) Transmitter Series Heavy-duty industrial transmitter with large tactile dome buttons and wipe-clean overlay, available in 2 to 40+ function configurations, powered by 4x AAA batteries and rated IP65 for use across dozens of industries.
• Mini Receiver Compact IP67-rated receiver compatible with Mini, Slim, and IP transmitters; operates on 12/24V DC with 3 amp capacity and up to 150 ft operating distance for space-constrained installations.
• Standard Receiver (15 amp) Standard 15-amp capacity receivers compatible with all Lodar transmitters, available in 2-4, 6, 10, 16, and 20 function options, with 200 ft (60 m) range and IP54 rating for general industrial applications.
• Keypad Receiver Receiver with integrated backup keypad (1–6 functions) located on the receiver unit, providing a secondary manual control point; operates on 12/24V DC, IP65 rated, available in 2, 4, and 6 function configurations.
• PWM Receiver Series Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) receiver compatible with 2–10 function IP transmitters, providing variable-speed control for industrial applications; IP66 rated and available in 4, 6, 10, and 12 function options.
• Aerial/Antenna Assemblies Replacement and range-extending aerial/antenna assemblies available in multiple lengths (0.4 m, 1 m, 1.65 m, 3 m, 9 m) to optimize RF performance and operating distance across Lodar receiver installations.
• Solenoid Accessories Industrial solenoids for use with Lodar wireless remote systems, including 12V and 24V Emergency Disconnect solenoids, plus 12V and 24V DC Motor Reversing solenoids in Standard and Heavy Duty variants.
• Relay Accessories Automotive cube relays (12V and 24V) and Motor Reversing relays (12V and 24V) for electrical control integration with Lodar wireless remote systems.
• Transmitter Holders Mounting and storage holders for Lodar transmitters, including holders sized for Mini 2/4/6/8-function, IP 6/8-function, IP 10/12/16/20-function transmitters, and electronic holders with LED and buzzer indicators.
• Transmitter Covers Protective covers for Lodar transmitters, including Fabric with ZIP and Lanyard, Clear IP67 with Lanyard, Silicone Rubber with Lanyard, and Fabric with Lanyard and Magnets variants for different transmitter models.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces job time by 50% for vehicle loading operations
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• John DeereminorOthersJohn Deere shown as a customer of Lodar wireless remote control systems for industrial equipment applications. Not a formal partnership agreement.
• CNH IndustrialminorOthersCNH Industrial (agricultural and construction equipment) shown as a customer of Lodar wireless remote control systems.
• Pierce Arrow IncminorOthersPierce Arrow fire apparatus manufacturer shown as customer of Lodar wireless remote control products.
• Miller IndustriesminorOthersMiller Industries (towing and recovery equipment manufacturer) shown as customer of Lodar remote control systems.
• NRS (NRC Industries)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorNRS shown as a distributor/reseller of Lodar products in the UK market for winch and recovery equipment.
• WajaxminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorWajax shown as a Canadian distributor of Lodar products for industrial applications.
• ElectriWinchShopminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based online retailer/reseller of Lodar winch products and accessories.
• WinchSolutionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based reseller of Lodar winch and remote control products.
• Winch SystemsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based specialist retailer of Lodar wireless remote control accessories and spares.
• TRS (Recovery Equipment)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK-based recovery equipment specialist reselling Lodar products.
• Canadian TowingminorOthersCanadian towing equipment retailer shown as customer of Lodar products.
• RED WinchesminorOthersUK winch manufacturer shown as customer/reseller of Lodar remote control systems.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cattron Group: Cattron is one of the largest global manufacturers of industrial wireless remote control systems for cranes, locomotives, and material handling — a direct competitor to Lodar in industrial RF remote controls for heavy equipment.
• HBC-radiomatic: German-based HBC-radiomatic is a leading manufacturer of wireless radio remote controls for cranes, hoists, and industrial machinery — directly competitive with Lodar and even referenced by a Lodar customer as the 'more expensive German system' they replaced.
• Scanreco: Scanreco manufactures professional wireless radio remote control systems primarily for mobile hydraulics, cranes, and industrial vehicles — directly comparable in product category and target applications to Lodar.
• Telecrane: Telecrane is an Asian-headquartered manufacturer of industrial wireless remote control systems for cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment, competing directly with Lodar in the global industrial RF remote control market.
• Teleradio (TR-Series): Swedish-based Teleradio produces industrial radio remote controls for cranes, mining, and mobile equipment — a directly comparable European manufacturer targeting similar industrial end markets as Lodar.
• Akerstroms Remotus: Akerstroms Remotus is a Swedish manufacturer of industrial radio remote control systems for cranes, forestry, and material handling — directly competitive with Lodar in the same product category.
• Ikusi (REMdevice): Ikusi's REMdevice product line offers industrial radio remote control systems for lifting and industrial applications — a directly comparable product offering to Lodar's transmitters and receivers.
• Autec (Dynamic Radio Control): Autec specializes in radio remote controls for industrial lifting, mobile equipment, and machinery — directly competing with Lodar in industrial wireless control solutions with similar product specifications.

Broad incumbents

• Danfoss (PLUS+1 and remote control solutions): Danfoss is a large industrial conglomerate offering wireless remote control solutions as part of a broader hydraulics and motion control portfolio, providing overlapping capabilities with Lodar across industrial control applications.
• Conductix-Wampfler: Conductix-Wampfler is a global manufacturer of industrial power and data transmission systems, including wireless remote controls for cranes and material handling — a broader industrial incumbent with overlapping product lines.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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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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