REDARC Acquires Samlex America Expanding North American Presence

LONSDALE, South Australia, Oct. 15, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- REDARC, an advanced electronics manufacturer based in South Australia, has expanded its North American presence and product portfolio through the acquisition of Samlex America, a global manufacturer of power conversion products founded in 1991 and operating in more than 90 countries. The acquisition marks a significant step in REDARC's international growth strategy, bringing together complementary products, experience, and market relationships to serve a broader range of industries and applications.

REDARC, established in 1979, has been at the forefront of designing, developing, and manufacturing advanced electronics, including power management, battery charging, and vehicle-based power solutions. The company's expertise spans more than 45 years, during which it has built a strong reputation in the automotive, commercial, industrial, recreational, defence, and other applications markets. With this acquisition, REDARC aims to leverage Samlex America's established presence and customer relationships to further expand its reach in North America and international markets.

Samlex America, with its roots in the United States, has a well-established presence in the telecommunications, mobile fleet, emergency response, government, industrial, marine, recreational vehicle, and off-grid markets. The company's products include power inverters, inverter/chargers, battery chargers, DC-DC converters, and power supplies, all of which will now be part of REDARC's expanded product line. Founded in 1991, Samlex America has built its business around the design, development, and manufacture of these products, serving customers in more than 90 countries.

Under the terms of the acquisition, Samlex will continue to operate under its established brand and North American platform, with its current leadership team managing day-to-day operations. The companies will explore opportunities for greater collaboration over time, focusing on building capabilities, supporting customers, and creating a strong foundation for sustainable growth. Together, REDARC and Samlex aim to strengthen their collective ability to serve customers across a wider range of power applications, including commercial fleets, telecommunications, industrial operations, emergency response, government, marine, recreational vehicles, and off-grid power.

The acquisition of Samlex America by REDARC is expected to enhance both companies' offerings and expand their market reach, positioning them to better serve a diverse range of industries and applications.