Jamison Berg, Advanced Test Equipment Corporation | The Manufacturing Outlook | Advanced Test Equipment Rentals Company Of The Year Jamison Berg, V.P. of Sales and Marketing
Ever had a project that required specialized equipment, but buying it made little financial sense? For businesses, investing in expensive tools that see limited use can drain resources and add unnecessary overhead. This is where renting becomes a strategic advantage. It provides fast, cost-effective access to high-quality, often hard-to-find equipment without the burden of ownership. No maintenance, no storage concerns—just the right tools without breaking the bank. Whether testing before investing or meeting a temporary demand, rentals offer flexibility, efficiency, and cost savings.

That’s exactly what Advanced Test Equipment Corporation (ATEC) delivers. As a premier provider of test, measurement, inspection, and environmental equipment, ATEC offers a vast inventory of solutions to support clients’ immediate testing requirements. Beyond rentals, ATEC provides calibration, repair, and equipment sales for industries such as EMC, power electronics, environmental simulation, electrical, communications, NDT/inspection, and RF safety.

“We collaborate with a wide range of manufacturers to accelerate market entry, ensuring our customers have access to the latest technology without the constraints of ownership. Our key value lies in our ability to invest in high-cost equipment, keeping it readily available on our shelves for end users,” says Jamison Berg, V.P. of Sales and Marketing at ATEC.

Supporting Tomorrow’s Technology Across Industries

ATEC’s primary clients include test engineers and technicians working in aerospace, avionics, government, military, and major contracting firms. A significant portion of the customer base consists of test laboratories involved in large-scale projects developing state-of-the-art technology such as stealth bombers, missiles, and other advanced systems.

Operating across multiple verticals, ATEC supports both product development and infrastructure testing needs. Approximately half of its business is dedicated to research and development, providing compliance testing throughout the product lifecycle. The other half involves infrastructure testing to maintain compliance and reliability post-deployment. The company also supplies portable test equipment for field applications, assisting electrical contractors and utility companies with preventive maintenance for substations and transformers. With ever-evolving compliance regulations, ATEC helps clients stay ahead by ensuring they have access to testing solutions that align with both industry standards and emerging technologies.

Seamless Rental and Calibration Solutions

When customers require equipment, ATEC’s expert team steps in to identify the best solution. By aligning equipment choices with specific test standards, they ensure clients receive optimal options tailored to their needs.

Factors such as equipment size, power line requirements (single-phase or three-phase), data line specifications, and voltage/current levels are all considered before a solution is quoted. Customers can then proceed with payment via purchase order or credit card, either online or through direct interaction with a sales applications specialist. The goal is to create a seamless purchasing experience while maintaining the option for personalized support.

Calibration is a critical aspect of the process and serves as a key value-add for customers, particularly those in the prime government contracting sector and Compliant Test laboratories. Many clients who own similar equipment experience long downtime periods while waiting for calibration services. Renting pre-calibrated equipment provides an efficient alternative, guaranteeing compliance without operational delays.

Order Fulfilment and Quality Assurance

As an ISO 9001 certified and ISO 17025 accredited company, ATEC follows stringent operational processes. Once an order is placed, it is processed through the quality expediting department, where specialists verify equipment availability and confirm that calibration documentation is up to date. If calibration is required, the equipment is sent to one of the company’s nine in-house calibration labs, dedicated exclusively to rental equipment. These labs prioritize immediate customer needs, ensuring that equipment is tested and calibrated promptly. Unlike competitors that rely on third-party calibration services, ATEC maintains full control over quality and turnaround times.

We collaborate with a wide range of manufacturers to accelerate market entry, ensuring our customers have access to the latest technology without the constraints of ownership. Our key value lies in our ability to invest in high-cost equipment, keeping it readily available on our shelves for end users


Once the equipment passes quality inspection, the operations team finalizes customer requirements before shipping. The accounting and credit departments complete their respective checks, after which the shipping department secures and dispatches the order. Unlike manufacturers that require extended lead times for production and shipping, ATEC maintains a ready-to-ship inventory, with pre-built crates available for larger items and custom crates for special items. This enables expedited fulfilment, with most orders shipping the same day or within 24 hours. Whether small parcels or large freight containers, the equipment is securely packaged for a seamless rental experience.

ATEC also prioritizes immediate responsiveness, ensuring that emails and phone calls are promptly addressed upon receiving client requirements. The company maintains agility in operations to facilitate replacements as needed and coordinates with technical support for troubleshooting when necessary.

Precision Support for Mission-Critical Projects

ATEC’s dedication to responsiveness and problem-solving was put to the test when Lockheed Martin faced challenges in a classified project requiring electromagnetic compatibility testing. After receiving the necessary equipment, they encountered issues with a pulsed amplifier within their test setup. Due to security protocols, they were unable to share images or videos of the setup and required a remote troubleshooting approach.

Thanks to its highly skilled technical support team and experienced applications engineers, ATEC was able to resolve the issue efficiently. The solution involved modifying their gated input signals by increasing the pulse width of the gating pulse relative to the pulsed RF input signal. A simple reconfiguration—shifting a connector and making slight modifications—solved the problem. Also, additional components were required, all readily available in ATEC’s inventory, were provided in an expedited manner to ensure minimal disruption.

Future-Ready Solutions for a Fast-Changing Industry

ATEC has been a trusted provider of test, measurement, and inspection equipment since 1981. With 44 years of experience, distinct testing solutions, and a commitment to reliable service, the company continues to set the standard in equipment rentals.

By combining smooth delivery channels, precise calibration techniques, and adaptable rental approaches, ATEC allows clients to focus on their operations without the burden of equipment ownership. Whether supporting R&D, infrastructure testing, or field applications, ATEC remains an invaluable partner by providing the right tools at the right time. Built on reliability, rapid response times, and industry expertise, ATEC is the go-to choice for engineers and organizations requiring high-performance testing solutions. As technology advances, ATEC continues to invest in cutting-edge equipment and customer-driven solutions to help clients excel in their respective industries.