Pickering
Pickering is a global leader in modular signal switching and simulation solutions for automated test systems. Their portfolio enables precise, reliable routing of signals across PXI, LXI, and standalone platforms—forming a critical layer within scalable, software-driven ATE architectures.
Pickering is widely trusted in environments where signal integrity, repeatability, and long lifecycle support are essential.
Company Info
Company Name: Pickering Interfaces
Founded: 1968
Headquarters: United Kingdom (global operations, strong U.S. presence)
Core Focus: Modular switching and signal simulation
Primary Markets: Aerospace, Defense, Automotive, Semiconductor, Industrial
Pickering operates as a technology manufacturer, delivering switching hardware and supporting software that integrates cleanly into modern test frameworks.
Recommended
Testeract recommends Pickering when programs require:
Flexible, modular signal switching architectures
High-density routing for mixed-signal, RF, and power test
Long-term product availability and lifecycle stability
Tight integration with TestStand, LabVIEW, and HAL-based frameworks
Repeatable test station replication
Pickering is a natural fit within Testeract’s hardware abstraction strategy, enabling switching hardware to evolve without destabilizing test software.
Solutions
Pickering provides a broad portfolio of switching and simulation technologies, including:
PXI and PXIe switching modules
LXI and standalone switch systems
Reed relay, RF, microwave, and high-voltage switching
Signal simulation and fault insertion modules
Switching control drivers and APIs
Long-term repair and support programs
These solutions allow test teams to route signals intelligently without over-custom wiring or brittle designs.
Expertise
Modular switching system design
High-density signal routing
RF, microwave, and mixed-signal switching
Hardware abstraction and driver-level integration
Long-life ATE environments
Test system scalability and replication
Pickering excels at making signal paths flexible instead of fixed.
Capabilities
Design and manufacture of modular switching hardware
PXI/PXIe and LXI platform support
High-performance relay and RF technologies
Software drivers compatible with major test frameworks
Long-term product availability and repair services
Support for scalable, multi-station ATE deployments
In short: Pickering provides the switching layer that lets test systems change without breaking.
Certifications
ISO-certified manufacturing processes
Industry-recognized quality and reliability standards
Pickering certifications emphasize manufacturing consistency, relay longevity, and signal integrity, rather than system integration credentials.