Aerospace & Defense

3G Shielding Specialties at Space Tech Expo USA 2026

2026-05-19 · Anaheim, CA · 5 min read

3G Shielding Specialties exhibits at Space Tech Expo USA 2026 in Anaheim. Here's what EMI/RFI shielding they're bringing to the space supply chain floor.

For engineers and procurement managers sourcing components for space-grade electronics, electromagnetic interference is not a minor nuisance. It is a mission-critical problem. That is the territory where 3G Shielding Specialties has operated for over three decades, and it is precisely why the Tampa-based firm is a worthwhile stop at Space Tech Expo USA 2026, taking place June 3-4 at the Anaheim Convention Center. The show draws engineers, technical directors, procurement managers, and supply chain specialists from across the space sector, and EMI shielding sits squarely at the intersection of what they need.

What 3G Shielding Specialties Is Bringing to Anaheim

The company's exhibit at Space Tech Expo USA 2026 reflects the full arc of how its product portfolio has developed over 30 years. What began as application-specific board-level shielding has expanded into a tightly integrated offering that addresses multiple layers of an electronic system simultaneously.

Visitors can expect to see:

• Enclosure shielding products, including conductive gaskets and assemblies designed to protect electronic equipment from EMI while maintaining environmental sealing
• Board level shielding, covering both catalog metalwork and custom PCB-level solutions using metalized fabric and conductive foam
• Microwave absorbers, engineered for high-frequency RF mitigation and designed to integrate directly with broader shielding systems
• Thermal interface materials, including thermally conductive gaskets that manage heat dissipation alongside EMI control
• Cable shielding and grounding solutions for EMC compliance across interconnect assemblies

The broader pitch is the turnkey angle. Rather than buying metalwork from one supplier, a conductive gasket from another, and thermal management materials from a third, 3G positions itself as a single source that delivers all three in a coordinated package. For programs where integration complexity is already high, that consolidation has real engineering value.

The EMI Problem That Space Electronics Engineers Know Well

Space-grade and defense electronics operate in environments where RF interference can degrade sensor performance, corrupt data links, or cause a component to fall out of specification entirely. On the ground, a failed EMC test means a redesign cycle. In orbit or on a launch vehicle, the stakes are considerably higher.

Without a supplier that understands both the electrical and mechanical side of shielding, engineers often find themselves iterating between vendors: the metalwork does not account for the gasket geometry, the thermal solution conflicts with the shielding geometry, and the absorber material was specified without considering how it fits the enclosure. Each handoff introduces latency and the risk of misaligned assumptions.

3G's application engineering service is designed to close that gap. The company's engineers work alongside customer design teams to specify solutions from the start, rather than retrofitting shielding after a problem surfaces. That process includes solid modeling, EMC problem diagnosis, and material selection, all aimed at getting to a manufacturable design that does not require a second pass.

Why Procurement and Engineering Teams at This Show Should Stop

Space Tech Expo USA draws a visitor base that is actively sourcing from the supply chain, not just researching trends. For that audience, a few specifics about 3G are worth noting.

ITAR registration means the company can supply defense and government-adjacent space programs without compliance complications. For procurement managers working on classified or export-controlled programs, that is a baseline requirement that not every shielding supplier meets.

The company also maintains stocking programs and just-in-time manufacturing capabilities, with lead times measured in days for certain products. For programs running against tight schedules or managing production variability, that responsiveness is a practical differentiator that goes beyond what a catalog price comparison reveals.

For design engineers specifically, the combination of rapid prototyping and application engineering support means a visitor does not have to come with a finished specification to have a useful conversation. 3G's team is set up to engage early in the design process, which is often where shielding decisions have the most downstream impact.

If your program involves any of the following, this booth warrants time on the floor:

• RF-sensitive payloads or subsystems requiring microwave absorption
• Enclosure designs that combine EMI shielding with thermal management
• PCB assemblies needing board-level shielding integrated into a constrained form factor
• Programs requiring ITAR-compliant component sourcing

Three Decades in EMI/RFI Shielding

Founded in 1994, 3G Shielding Specialties has spent over 30 years focused on a single discipline: solving electromagnetic interference problems for electronics manufacturers. The company is headquartered in Tampa, Florida, and also operates a metalwork facility, 3G Metalworx, in Concord, Ontario, which supports its fabrication and production capabilities.

The company employs between 51 and 200 people and serves a global client base that includes some of the larger names in electronics manufacturing. Its business model is structured around B2B relationships, with project-based engagements that often involve close collaboration with client engineering teams over extended product development cycles.

The ITAR registration the company holds reflects a deliberate focus on defense and aerospace-adjacent markets, where shielding requirements tend to be more stringent and the cost of a non-compliant solution is higher than in commercial electronics applications.

Visit 3G Shielding Specialties at Space Tech Expo USA 2026

Engineers, procurement leads, and supply chain managers attending Space Tech Expo USA 2026 in Anaheim will find 3G Shielding Specialties on the exhibition floor with their full shielding portfolio. For additional product details and engineering resources ahead of the show, visit 3G Shielding Specialties. For event planning, exhibitor maps, and show updates, see the Space Tech Expo USA 2026 page on TradeShowIntel.

Frequently asked questions

Is 3G Shielding Specialties exhibiting at Space Tech Expo USA 2026?

Yes, 3G Shielding Specialties is exhibiting at Space Tech Expo USA 2026, held June 3-4 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California.

Is 3G Shielding Specialties ITAR registered?

Yes, 3G Shielding Specialties holds ITAR registration, allowing it to manufacture and supply shielding products for defense and export-controlled space programs.

What industries does 3G Shielding Specialties serve?

3G Shielding Specialties primarily serves electronics manufacturers across defense, aerospace, and commercial electronics sectors, with a global B2B client base.

Does 3G Shielding Specialties offer custom EMI shielding solutions?

Yes, the company provides custom application engineering services, working directly with customer design teams to develop tailored EMI, RFI, and EMC shielding configurations from prototype through production.

How long has 3G Shielding Specialties been in business?

3G Shielding Specialties was founded in 1994 and has over 30 years of experience in EMI/RFI shielding and electromagnetic compatibility solutions.