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Channel Technologies Group (CTG)CTG operates an engineering and manufacturing center in Santa Barbara, Calif. The 103,500 sq. ft. facility con- tains design, development, manufacturing, and test capa- bilities for a wide range of technical disciplines. It is staffed by professional, technical, and manufacturing per- sonnel with a broad range of experience in piezoelectric physics, transducer design and development, underwater acoustics and oceanography. Custom engineering, soft- ware development, unique manufacturing methodologies, and the highest standards in quality control have ensured their success for over 50 years. ? 3 Buildings / 103,500 sq ft. o 4 fully automated acoustic test facilitieso Class 1000 ? Clean Room o DoD Cleared Facility ? Field test areas o Pier testing o Offshore ? (4) Acoustic Testing Tanks o Totaling 73,000 gal ? Hydrostatic Test Vessel o Pressure to 10,000psi Channel Technologies Group (CTG) designs, develops, and manufactures high-quality piezoelectric ceramics, underwater and ultrasonic transducers, and underwater acoustic equipment, including sonar systems, navigationsystems, range systems, and custom acoustic solutions.CTG is the new, streamlined combination of three sister companies; Channel Industries, ITC, and Sonatech. Fair prices, for top quality products have ensured their success for over 50 years. Channel's large plant capacity - in tool- ing, automated machinery, and experienced people - pro- vides the capability to match the specific needs of theircustomers. CTGs core strength is their ability to provide tailored solutions that satisfy the specifications and special requirements of their customers. Channel Industries Division Channel Industries is a custom manufacturer of piezo- electric elements in lead-zirconate and barium titanate compositions. Channel ceramics are recognized among the highest quality in the world. Servicing the best known companies in America and abroad, Channel's engineering and manufacturing capability provides the technology necessary to produce small or large orders quickly and with uniform electrical properties. ITC DivisionSince its establishment in 1966, ITC has gained a repu- tation for being a leader in the field of ultrasonic andacoustic transducer development. ITC is a leading manu- facturer of acoustic transducers for: ship and submarine sonar, oceanographic survey, seismic exploration, marine life research, medical devices and industrial proximity sensing.Sonatech DivisionSince beginning operation in 1973, the Sonatech Division of CTG has been a leader in the design and development of underwater navigation and sonar equip- ment for the United States Navy and various other research and military customers. The Sonatech Division is ISO 9001:2008 certified. Channel Technologies Group (CTG) Channel Technologies Group 879 Ward Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Phone: 805.967.0171www.channeltechgroup.com President: Kevin Ruelas VP/Operations: Arthur Campbell Channel Industries, Division of CTG839 Ward Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Phone: 805.967.0171www.channelindustries.com President: Kevin Ruelas Vice President: Elias Medina Senior Sales Manager: Edward Bickel ITC, Division of CTG 869 Ward Dr., Santa Barbara CA 93111 Tel: 805-683-2575 www.itc-transducers.com President: Kevin Ruelas Engineering Manager: Ender KuntsalDirector of Business Dev: Brian Dolan Sonatech, Division of CTG879 Ward Dr., Santa Barbara, CA 93111 Phone: 805.683.1431www.sonatech.com President: Kevin Ruelas VP Sonar and Transducer: Mark Shaw VP Nav and Range Systems: Richard Franklin40MTRJuly/August2011 THE MARINE TECHNOLOGY REPORTER 100SEAFAC/STAFAC HFA and HGMS Radiated Noise Measurement Arrays designed and built by CTG divisions Sonatech, ITC and Channel Industries.