10 Radar Reflector Manufacturers in 2024
This section provides an overview for radar reflectors as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 radar reflector manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked radar reflector companies as of November, 2024: 1.MM Techno Plast LLP, 2.Mazuzee, 3.Rozendal Associates, Inc..
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What Is a Radar Reflector?
A Radar Reflector is a specialized device designed to enhance the radar visibility of smaller vessels, particularly those made of non-metallic materials or with low radar reflectivity.
Radar is an essential navigation tool for ships, helping them detect other vessels, obstacles, and landmasses, especially in adverse weather conditions like fog or darkness. Radar works by emitting radio waves, which bounce off objects and return to the radar unit, allowing it to calculate the distance and direction of those objects.
However, smaller boats, often constructed with materials like Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) that do not naturally reflect radar waves, may not appear prominently on the radar screens of larger vessels. To address this issue and improve safety at sea, Radar Reflectors are installed on smaller boats to enhance their radar signature, making them more visible to larger ships.
Installation Standards for Radar Reflectors
The installation standards for Radar Reflectors are outlined in the "Technical Standards for Navigation Radar Reflectors Installed on Small Vessels." These standards may vary depending on the construction date of the vessel:
- For vessels constructed on or before November 3, 1994, Radar Reflectors are not mandatory.
- For vessels constructed between November 4, 1994, and June 30, 2002, installation is not required if the vessel's hull is made of materials like steel or aluminum, which inherently reflect radar waves.
- For vessels constructed between July 1, 2002, and September 30, 2010, installation may not be mandatory if the vessel's operation is limited to lakes and rivers.
- For vessels constructed on or after October 1, 2010, the same standards as before September 30, 2010, apply. However, if the installation of a Radar Reflector is deemed necessary, it must meet the new standards introduced after September 30, 2010.
Radar Reflectors significantly contribute to maritime safety by improving the detectability of smaller vessels, thereby reducing the risk of collisions and enhancing overall navigation safety, especially in adverse weather conditions.
List of 10 Radar Reflector Manufacturers
*Including some distributors, etc.
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China Deyuan Marine Fitting Company Limited
Marine Radar Reflector
Company Overview
China Deyuan Marine Fitting Company Limited, established in 2009 in Zhuhai, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of marine and offshore equipment. In 2013, it expanded further by establishing Deyuan Marine Co., Ltd (Zhuhai City Deyuan Import and Export Company Limited) as its subsidiary. The company’s product line includes marine life saving equipment, marine fire fighting equipment, environment protection equipment, marine mooring equipment, and marine power and propulsion equipment engines. Its products comply with SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) regulations and are approved by various Classification Societies, including ABS, CCS, DNV, and IRS.
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Mazuzee
RADAR REFLECTORS
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Jiaxing Rongsheng Lifesaving Equipment Co., Ltd.
Radar Reflector
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Rozendal Associates, Inc.
Radar Reflectors
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Nantong Sumar Marine Equipment Co., Ltd.
Radar Reflector
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MM Techno Plast LLP
RADAR REFLECTOR
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LALIZAS
Radar Reflectors
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Zhenjiang Matchau Marine Equipment Co.,Ltd.
Radar Reflector
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The Metal Works Corp
Radar Reflectors
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Chongqing Jinbo Marine Equipment Import & Export Co., Ltd.
Marine Radar Reflector
Distributor Overview
Chongqing Jinbo Marine Equipment Import & Export Co., Ltd, was founded in 2013 in Chongqing, China, and is a supplier of marine and offshore equipment for the marine industry. It supplies mooring tools, shipbuilding steel, power and propulsion tools, and navigation systems. Its product catalog for the offshore industry includes personal transfer baskets, mooring chain cables and fittings, platform lifting baskets, and grab baskets. The company's products meet the DNV, RINA, IRS, CCS, and ABS International Class Society Standards.
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Radar Reflector Manufacturer Ranking
*Including some distributors, etc.Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | MM Techno Plast LLP |
17.9%
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| 2 | Mazuzee |
10.7%
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| 3 | Rozendal Associates, Inc. |
10.7%
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| 4 | LALIZAS |
10.7%
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| 5 | The Metal Works Corp |
10.7%
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| 6 | China Deyuan Marine Fitting Company Limited |
10.7%
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| 7 | Jiaxing Rongsheng Lifesaving Equipment Co., Ltd. |
7.1%
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| 8 | Nantong Sumar Marine Equipment Co., Ltd. |
7.1%
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| 9 | Zhenjiang Matchau Marine Equipment Co.,Ltd. |
7.1%
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| 10 | Chongqing Jinbo Marine Equipment Import & Export Co., Ltd. |
7.1%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the radar reflector page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
- China Deyuan Marine Fitting Company Limited: 2009 (15 years ago)
Company with a History
- China Deyuan Marine Fitting Company Limited: 2009 (15 years ago)
Global Distribution of Radar Reflector Manufacturers by Country
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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China
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2 | 100.0% |
