Research & Development

Wood & Douglas is the leading UK designer, manufacturer and supplier of specialist radio communication hardware. We serve the worldwide Telemetry, Broadcast and Security markets. Products are available for the both the OEM and the end user from 30 MHz through to 4 GHz and meeting both ETSI and FCC certifications.

The Wood & Douglas RF design experience is available to customers requiring a tailored radio solution. We can offer innovative custom radio equipment designs which meet exacting requirements, whether these are for telemetry, audio or video applications.

Notified Body Status requires an exceptional commitment to quality, surpassing that of ISO 9001. Wood & Douglas has this commitment and the proficiency to test not only our own designs but customers systems as well. We also maintain a notable level of investment in test equipment and facilities. Engineers also have access to an extensive suite of simulation and modelling tools including Microwave Office and Eagleware. These are utilized extensively during the development process in order to produce world-class RF designs which combine high performance with cost-effectiveness and repeatability.

This RF design expertise is backed up by a large software development team, able to rapidly develop both embedded and PC based software and a mechanical design team with access to 3D modelling tools and experience of a variety of manufacturing methods including milling, die-casting and injection moulding. The company also boasts a high-calibre in-house project management team who offer full "turn key" system design, integration and support services for larger systems.