Company Category: Antennas, Transmitters and Towers

American Amplifier Technologies (AAT) delivers cutting-edge broadcast and telecommunications solutions, specializing in RF transmission systems, antennas, filters, and infrastructure services. With a focus on quality and innovation, AAT provides end-to-end solutions that keep broadcasters running at peak performance.As the parent company of Shively Labs, a globally recognized leader in FM antenna and filter technology, and the sister company to Mauna Towers, a premier provider of communication tower infrastructure, AAT brings decades of expertise to every project. Our other sister company SWE Services expands our capabilities even further, offering full-service engineering, installation, and maintenance for critical RF and telecommunications systems.Our in-house manufacturing capabilities include precision CNC machining, custom RF component fabrication, and advanced testing, ensuring top-tier performance and reliability. And now, with the launch of our EmPower App, we’re revolutionizing remote monitoring—giving broadcasters and site operators real-time visibility into their critical systems like never before.At AAT, we don’t just build equipment—we build partnerships that remove obstacles and deliver real-world solutions. Visit us at NAB to explore how we can support your success. | American Amplifier Technologies (AAT) is a leader in the design and manufacture of cutting-edge broadcast and industrial electrical products. Our commitment to quality is reflected in every solution we create—engineered for durability, precision, and years of exceptional performance. With a team of dedicated professionals, AAT meets the demanding needs of the broadcast, industrial, and scientific sectors. Every product is crafted using the finest materials and held to the most rigorous engineering standards, ensuring reliability and excellence in every application. At AAT, passion drives innovation, and our team is dedicated to delivering products that set the benchmark for performance across the industry.Our History TimelineFounded in 2008 by Steve Wilde, American Amplifier Technologies (AAT) began alongside SWE Services.In 2019, AAT expanded its capabilities through the acquisition of Mauna Towers, which operates broadcast tower facilities across Hawaii and Arizona. In 2023, AAT further strengthened its market presence by acquiring Shively Labs, a name synonymous with high-performance FM antennas and filters designed for some of the world’s most demanding environments, including Mount Washington, NH. In September 2025, AAT broadened its RF portfolio adding Kathrein Broadcast USA (Kathrein-Scala) furthering our mission to provide complete, end-to-end RF system solutions for broadcasters worldwide. | American Amplifier Technologies (AAT) designs and manufactures broadcast and industrial electrical products built for long-term reliability and real-world performance. Serving the broadcast, industrial, and scientific markets, AAT delivers solutions engineered with quality materials, practical simplicity, and rigorous engineering standards. With a broad product portfolio, deep inventory, and an experienced professional staff, AAT is focused on helping customers deploy dependable systems that perform day after day in demanding environments. AAT’s engineering-driven approach emphasizes thoughtful design, ease of integration, and outstanding long-term value. Each product is developed with close attention to performance, serviceability, and lifecycle support, backed by a team that is passionate about solving real operational challenges. From individual components to integrated system solutions, AAT works closely with customers to ensure the right fit for each application. In April 2023, AAT acquired Shively Labs, adding a highly respected legacy line of FM antennas, filters, combiners, and coaxial products. With nearly 60 years of RF manufacturing experience, Shively Labs is widely known for its expertise in directional antenna systems, multi-station combining solutions, and exceptional customer support. Through AAT, Shively Labs continues to represent proven designs trusted by broadcasters across North America. Since September 2025, AAT is also home to Kathrein-Scala, a globally recognized leader in broadcast antenna and RF system design. Kathrein-Scala products are deployed worldwide and valued for their durability, broadband performance, and consistent operation in challenging conditions. This addition further strengthens AAT’s ability to deliver complete, end-to-end RF and broadcast infrastructure solutions for customers of all sizes. Together, AAT, Shively Labs, and Kathrein-Scala provide a unified portfolio of products and expertise designed to support modern broadcast operations with confidence, reliability, and long-term performance.