June 2008     ..... Redarc solve LED indicator failure detection problem .....

A large part of Redarc’s success lies in our passionate focus on innovative product design and customer value ......... Read PDF (700Kb)

May 2008     ..... New Building Sparks Success for SA Electronics Company .....

Lonsdale based Redarc Electronics were all smiles when their new state of the art innovation centre was recently awarded a High Commendation Building Excellence Award. ......... Read PDF (343Kb)

April 2008     ..... 12th International CAN Conference – Barcelona 2008 .....

Redarc Electronics Engineer, Jason Turner has recently returned from Barcelona where he attended the 12th International CAN Conference. Jason has prepared a summary of the conference for our customer’s information. It includes discussion regarding CANopen, SAE J1939 and DeviceNet. It also provides insight into the increasing acceptance of CAN for any form of control or communication in harsh environments.

For further assistance please do not hesitate to contact REDARC......... Read PDF (86Kb)

Autumn 2008 Newsletter     ..... New product (HBA1224 hand brake alarm), staff updates, more accolades, client profile....

An increasing focus on mine site safety has seen the State Mining Engineer in WA, Mr. Martin Knee, release a Mines Safety Bulletin on January 4th 2008 regarding “unattended vehicles rolling away”. The bulletin highlights a number of recent incidents that have caused significant damage and personal injury. REDARC responds with the production of the HBA1224 hand brake alarm!......... Read PDF (831Kb)

January 2008     ..... REDARC Achieves International Environmental Management System (EMS) Certification.

REDARC is pleased to announce that the company has achieved Certification for its ISO 14001 environmental management system (EMS)............... Press Release (178Kb)

January 2008     ..... Organisational Structure – REDARC Electronics.

Redarc Electronics is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Lino Cardone as Engineering & Technology Manager. Lino has a number of qualifications including a Bachelor of Technology (Electronic Engineering) and a Graduate Diploma of Business Administration. He brings a wealth of experience to REDARC with over 20 years electronics design experience................ Press Release (1252Kb)

January 2008     ..... Redarc Electronics is a sign of the changing face of South Australian manufacturing.

REDARC exports to 10 countries and is expanding its range of power conversion products to growing industries.............. Adelaide Now article (87Kb)

December 2007     ..... REDARC seeks out artwork to stimulate creativity

Visitors to Redarc Electronics new Innovation Centre in Lonsdale SA are getting the opportunity to enjoy the works of some of the South Australia’s best young artists. REDARC CEO Anthony Kittel said he was “seeking artwork to stimulate creativity within our team' and approached Adelaide business, Artlogic for assistance. Art Logic, owned and operated by Jacqueline Mitchell was established in 2002. Jacqueline commented that "Hanging art in the workplace inspires and challenges people, and provokes discussion among colleagues about something other than work and the weather." To view the before and after shots of REDARC’S foyer please visit www.artlogic.com.au/beforenafterartlogic.htm

December 2007     ..... REDARC'S grand opening day

On November 14th we officially opened our new $5 million high technology Innovation Centre at Lonsdale.............. Summer Newsletter (480Kb)

November 2007     ..... Capturing ideas is the path to sustainability

Anthony Kittel, CEO of REDARC believes that the key to encouraging great ideas from the team is creating a great environment............. Sustainability with Ideas (126Kb)

November 2007     ..... New $5 million innovation centre keeps SA electronics firm world competitive

Mr Kittel said REDARC is now among Australia’s most technologically advanced and environmentally friendly electronics manufacturers............ Innovation Centre Opening (48Kb) | Media Release (73Kb)

November 2007     ..... New REDARC three stage DC-DC Battery Charger

It is well known that many caravan and motorhome owners have difficulty charging their auxiliary (house) batteries whilst driving. The voltage drop caused by long cable runs often prevents the auxiliary battery from becoming fully charged. REDARC engineers have overcome this problem by designing a three stage DC-DC battery charger ideal for these applications. The charger (part no. BC-DC1206) operates from an input voltage range of 9 to 32V and is able to supply three stages of charge - boost, absorption and float - with a typical current output of up to 6A. To learn more please download the new product release sheet and specification document........... Product Release Sheet (320Kb) : Specification Document (152Kb)

November 2007     ..... REDARC release new family of Solar Regulators

Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) regulators were once only used rarely... but the cost-effectiveness and ease of use offered by the REDARC PowerStar range changes all that. The greatest demands on solar powered systems occur in winter. A time of shorter days and colder temperatures, winter conditions used to dictate the ultimate size requirements - and therefore expense - of the solar cells and batteries. The PowerStar can increase the power yield from your solar cells by up to 30% in cold and overcast conditions, giving a critical edge, reducing cost and the environmental footprint. Minimisation of solar cell size is also an advantage for high-wind area installations. To learn more please download the new product release sheet PowerStar............ Product Release Sheet (266Kb)

October 2007     ..... REDARC SmartStart Dual Battery Isolator

The REDARC SmartStart is a microprocessor-controlled battery isolator designed for use in multi-battery applications as a solenoid priority system, protecting the start battery from excessive discharge, whilst allowing the auxiliary battery to supply non-essential loads. The REDARC SmartStart is designed primarily for use in 4WD, caravans and motorhomes and commercial vehicles and is available in four models; 12V DC or 24V DC incorporating 100A or 200A continuous ratings. To learn more please download the product sheet SmartStart............ Product Release Sheet (366Kb)

October 2007     ..... The REDARC SmartCharge is more than a charger

It’s a battery-management system with an in-built computer that will charge your battery to 100%. Whatever the type. Every time. The charger has the capability of sensing over the entire cycle of charge, the state of acceptance of the battery to charging, and has an inbuilt battery fault finding and reporting capability. Total excellence for in-field use. To learn more please download the product sheet SmartCharge............ Product Release Sheet (310Kb)

Spring 2007 Newsletter     ..... New REDARC three stage DC-DC battery charger

Modern, compact SVU-style 4WDs like the RAV4, CRV, X-trail and Forrester cannot easily accommodate an auxiliary battery You are, therefore, forced to remote-mount them in a caravan or camper trailer.......... Read PDF (572Kb)

Autumn 2007 Newsletter     ..... New factory development

Following a successful bid for a $1.6 million grant from the Structural Adjustment Fund for South Australia (SAFSA), REDARC is completing a $4 million state-of-the- art, purpose built factory......... Read PDF (323Kb)

February 2007     ..... REDARC is pleased to be an industry partner in the recently launched Electronics Industry internship program – an Australian first ......

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Internships - Graduates Fast Track Program

The (ei)² Internship program is for recently graduated electronic engineers and has been designed to rapidly maximise their value to industry. Over a two year period, clusters of 4 interns will rotate between four companies on a 6-month period for each company. The interns will commit to undertake formal professional development during their internship. The subjects are to be chosen from a prescribed list of post-graduate university qualifications. In addition, the interns are linked with an assigned mentor and receive a planned employment placement program. This rapid and intense method of workplace exposure, enables graduates to provide worthwhile contributions much earlier in their working career.

Summer 2006 Newsletter     ..... Redarc Electronics releases new catalogue

REDARC has just launched its new full colour technical brochure to help auto-electricians better understand exactly how the products work and how best to install them, saving you time and money........ Read PDF (175Kb)

REDARC Commercial Ready Grant Success December 2006     ..... $1.6m to take innovative Battery Charger to market

Australian Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane today announced government assistance for an intelligent device that automatically charges car batteries, with no input from the motorist......... Read PDF (86Kb)

November 2006     ..... REDARC News Graduate of the Year award.....

Jason has been working at REDARC for less than 12 months after graduating from Flinders University with a Computer Systems Engineering degree. One of Jason’s most valuable contributions to REDARC has been some project work that has never been attempted in Australia before.......... Read PDF (144Kb)

November 2006     ..... Legend Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award.....

EIA President Peter Charlesworth (Left) and Redarc Electronics Managing Director, Anthony Kittel.

Anthony Kittel, Managing Director of Redarc Electronics won the Legend Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award, for his research, design and manufacture of a range of electronic voltage converters, inverters, power supplies.......... Read PDF (144Kb)

October 2006     ..... International CAN Conference 2006.....

In September 2006, REDARC’S Engineering and Technology Manager attended the latest International CAN Conference which was held in Stockholm, Sweden......... Read PDF (86Kb)

REDARC Case Study by Invest Australia September 2006     ..... Power conversion products for harsh conditions

An Australian electronics firm, which supplies voltage converters to the mining, trucking, military, marine and leisure markets, is finding a ready export market for its products. ........ Read PDF (63Kb)

July 2006 Newsletter      ..... First Aussie calcium battery charger to guarantee 100% charge

Having trouble charging your battery? But not sure why.

It is more likely to be your battery charger! When Australia’s leading battery manufacturers and automotive roadside assistance associations come to REDARC for help, you know there must be a problem. REDARC is the first all Australian company to develop a unique method of recharging the new type of construction in lead-acid batteries (Calcium-Calcium plates) used by many OEM’s in today’s new vehicles....... Read PDF (200Kb)

June 2006    ..... REDARC sponsors successful Electronics Careers Conference
The first of the (ei)² Electronics SA Careers Conference was held on May 26th 2006 at Adelaide University Research Park. (Read PDF 3MB)

December 2005 Newsletter      ..... Lex Clarke celebrates 20 years service of distinction
REDARC took time out on the 11th November 2005 to congratulate and celebrate its first employee, Lex Clarke, attaining 20 years of service. Anthony Kittel, Managing Director said, “It is a great achievement by Lex, he is a valued, loyal employee who provides excellent customer technical support and has a wonderful sense of humour'. Read PDF (170Kb)

September 2005 Newsletter      ..... REDARC wins Telstra & Australian Governments’ Small Business Award
Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd is pleased to announce that it has won the South Australian Panasonic Australia Business category (20-50 employees), of the 2005 Telstra & Australian Governments’ Small Business Awards. Part of the criteria for this achievement was a 2 hour site visit by judges to the REDARC factory in Adelaide. Read PDF (.2MB)

July 2005     REDARC wins Telstra Australian Governments’ Small Business Award

Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd is pleased to announce that it has won the South Australian Panasonic Australia Business category, of the 2005 Telstra Australian Governments’ Small Business Awards. REDARC and the other business category winners will travel to Melbourne as South Australian finalists in the national Telstra and Australian Governments' Small Business Awards on 13 August 2005.

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June 2005     REDARC is Finalist in Small Business Awards
Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd has been advised that it is one of the Finalists for the South Australian Panasonic Australia Business category, of the 2005 Telstra Australian Governments’ Small Business Awards. The SA presentations will occur at a gala black tie dinner on Friday 22 July 2005 at the Hilton Adelaide.

May 2005      REDARC short listed in Small Business Awards
Redarc Electronics Pty Ltd has been advised that it is one of the short-listed entrants for the South Australian Panasonic Australia Business category, of the 2005 Telstra Australian Governments’ Small Business Awards. As a result REDARC will now progress to the second phase of judging, which is a two hour site visit to REDARC by the Telstra judges.

To find out more visit: http://www.smallbusinessawards.telstra.com

Display Board     Australian Trade Customers Only
Increase profitability for your business by displaying the new TRADE DISPLAY BOARD (Australian Trade Customers Only). A great way to smarten up the look of your retail space, and attract the attention of prospective purchasers. Purchase now and receive a FREE Smart Start Solenoid (SBI12). Read PDF (1.2MB)

REDARC'S first newsletter for 2005.     ..... the best testing ground in the world
Anthony Kittel,Manager Director of REDARC recently had the pleasure of visiting customers in the Pilbara and Kimberley regions of WA and received some excellent feedback from local Auto Electricians regarding the reliability and robustness in this extremely harsh environment of REDARC products.

Anthony commented that “this is the best testing ground in the world and our products are very well received by the local AE’s and mining companies'.. Read PDF (1.0MB)

March 2005

REDARC attends the 10th International CAN Conference.     ..... constantly researching
Michael Obst is REDARC's Operations Manager and has been working in the electronics industry for over 20 years. He has recently returned from Rome where he attended the 10th International CAN Conference. Read PDF

Jan 2005      ..... ranked 302
South Australian based automotive electronics manufacturer, REDARC Electronics has announced that it ranked 302 in Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 Asia Pacific 2004. Read PDF

Dec 2004 Newsletter      ..... strong support received
REDARC appreciates the strong support we have received from the Auto Electrical trade over the years and we look forward to continuing that association for many years to come. Read PDF (2.6MB)

October 2004

The Advertiser Saturday, October 23 2004     Anthony Kittel appointed as President of EIA
Directors of the Electronics Industry Association (EIA) have appointed Anthony Kittel as President and Peter Charlesworth as Vice-President. Mr Kittel is Managing Director of REDARC and Mr Charlesworth is General Manager, Engineering, of CODAN.

To find out more visit: http://www.eiaa.asn.au/upl_images/Nov2004.pdf

People that make SA Great     Be inspired!
SA Great's state media campaign promotes inspirational South Australians who have achieved their business goals through innovation, risk-taking and entrepreneurial vision.

In a series of television, radio, press commercials and outdoor advertising, these outstanding achievers share their personal insights and challenges and tell us how they have realised their business goals in South Australia.

Be inspired by our state's successes.

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May 2004

REDARC Electronics wins Deloitte Technology Fast 50 award

SA based company, REDARC Electronics, has come 35th in the 2004 Deloitte Technology Fast 50 awards, achieving 98 per cent revenue growth over the last three years ........ more

March 2004     Premier Rann researches REDARC

The Premier of South Australia, the Hon Mike Rann, MP today toured the facilities of REDARC Electronics at Lonsdale, South Australia and met with REDARC staff ....... more

October 2003      REDARC achieves BRW Fast 100 listing for third year in a row
REDARC was announced (for the third year in a row) as a member of the 2003 BRW Fast 100.

July 2003      New enterprise resource planning software
Redarc Electronics “goes live' with their new enterprise resource planning ( ERP ) software. Their new system, Intuitive ERP™ provides integration, a better view of the planning horizon and more control over accounting and manufacturing operations.

June 2003      Category finalist
REDARC has been advised that it is a category finalist in the South Australian section of the Telstra and Australian Governments’ Small Business Awards. The State category winners will be announced Gala Presentation Dinner on Friday, 1 August 2003.

May 2003      ..... third year in a row
REDARC was announced (for the third year in a row) as a member of the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Top 20 South Australian Technology Companies.

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September 2002      REDARC continues to grow
Due to continuing growth REDARC is moving to new premises effective from MONDAY 2 SEPTEMBER 2002. The new site provides us with a larger work area capable of supporting our growth. Our new address is: - 21 Heath Street LONSDALE SA 5160.

September 2002     REDARC achieves BRW Fast 100 listing for second year in a row
REDARC announced as a member of the 2002 BRW Australian Companies Listing

November 2002     2002 CIBM Business Award Winner
On Thursday night, 31st October 2002, held at the Hyatt Regency REDARC was announced as a 2002 CIBM Business Award Winner - Small Manufacturing Business of the Year!

October 2002     Member announcement. Award finalist
REDARC announced as a member of the 2002 BRW Australian Fast 100 Companies Listing.

REDARC announced as a finalist in the South Australian Small Manufacturing Business of the Year Award (revenue $1.5m - $5m)

June 2002      REDARC a Top 20 South Australian Technology Company once again
REDARC announced as a member of the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Top 20 South Australian Technology Companies.

September 2001     REDARC achieves BRW Fast 100 listing
REDARC announced as a member of the 2001 BRW Fast Australian 100 Companies Listing.

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Preferred Supplier to IVECO Trucks. After many months of rigorous testing of a number of brands of voltage
reducers, IVECO Australia have adopted the REDARC reducer as the preferred Trailer Lighting Voltage Reducer for their entire PowerStar and EuroTech range of prime movers.

June 2001      REDARC a Top 20 South Australian Technology Company
REDARC announced as a member of the Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Top 20 South Australian Technology Companies.

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SEPTEMBER 2000...     IGM recommended product
ISUZU - General Motors Australia (IGM) selects REDARC as "IGM recommended product" for new Giga 425 prime mover.

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DECEMBER 2000...      New Range of Turbo Timers and Glow Plug Timers
Redarc Electronics well known by the Automotive Electrical Industry for its High Quality Voltage Conversion Products, Excellent Technical Advice and Friendly Service is excited about the release of a New Range of Turbo Timers and Glow Plug Timers.

Details here (PDF 265kb)