How antennas are made - ERI factory tour

Описание: Step inside ERI's impressive antenna manufacturing facility in Chandler, Indiana, where raw metal transforms into the broadcast equipment powering our airwaves. Join me for an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of this massive 149-acre operation spanning two campuses.

Watch as we explore the entire manufacturing process, from raw aluminum and copper arriving at the machine shop to the final assembly of FM and TV broadcast antennas. See specialized areas including the machine shop, filter lab, and what may be America's largest anechoic chamber dedicated to broadcast testing.

The facility produces everything from small components to massive television antennas and broadcast towers. You'll witness the precise engineering and craftsmanship that goes into creating RF filters, transmission lines, and their famous Rototiller® antenna systems.

Discover ERI's rich 80-year history dating back to World War II, and learn how this company evolved from its origins in military research to become a leading manufacturer of broadcast infrastructure. With 30% of their business being international, ERI's impact on broadcasting reaches far beyond American shores.

This rare look inside their operation showcases the incredible scale of broadcast manufacturing and the skilled team bringing these complex systems to life. Whether you're a broadcast engineer or simply curious about how radio and TV infrastructure is made, this tour offers fascinating insights into the technology that keeps us connected.

Sponsored by ERI and LinkUp Communications.

#digitalsignage #signalcorps #broadcast #radiostationequipment #informationandcommunicationtechnology

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Sponsored by ERI and LinkUp
00:43 - Introduction to ERI
01:17 - Antenna Assembly Process
01:59 - Electroplating and Anodizing Techniques
02:39 - Antenna Tuning Methods
03:16 - Weld Shop Overview
04:01 - Antenna Slotting Techniques
04:43 - FM Antenna Manufacturing Process
06:15 - RF Components Overview
10:05 - Expanding FM Systems Discussion
20:43 - LinkUp Communications Overview
20:45 - ERI Factory Tour
21:10 - Anechoic Chamber
23:33 - Rigid Line Assembly Process
26:43 - ERI Test Site
30:07 - ER’s Old Downtown Newburgh Location History
31:20 - History of ERI



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