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Defense Solutions
for Mission Readiness
Reel Power Marine & Energy (RPME) designs and manufactures advanced cable-handling and deployment systems trusted by the U.S. Navy and leading defense contractors. From precision winches to containerized ROV systems, our technology delivers the control, strength, and reliability essential for undersea and expeditionary missions.
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About Defense Solutions
From our Houston, Texas headquarters, every product is designed, engineered, manufactured, and tested under ISO 9001:2015 quality standards to meet NAVSEA, ABS, and DNV requirements. We maintain Joint Certification Program (JCP) approval for access to controlled technical data.
Our operations comply with applicable FAR and DFARS requirements, and we’re experienced in delivering complete data packages — including weld certifications, FAT procedures, material traceability, and serialized component documentation.
Our Defense Product Line
Specialty Winches with Precision Control
For missions requiring accuracy and consistency, RPME’s specialty winches deliver smooth deployment and retrieval of high-value payloads—from sonar arrays to unmanned vehicles.
- Advanced feedback controls for tension and line speed
- Hydraulic or electric drive options
- Integrated slip rings, auto level-wind, and digital HMI readouts
Linear Cable Engines
RPME’s linear cable engines provide steady, synchronized handling of subsea cables for defense, test, and surveillance operations.
- Precision drive rollers maintain uniform cable tension
- Compatible with various cable diameters and speeds
- Modular design integrates with existing winch systems
Offshore Umbilical Deployment Systems
Our umbilical handling systems manage power, fiber-optic, and communication lines for ROVs and subsea assets. Built for durability and safety, these systems perform reliably in high-load, harsh-sea environments.
- Containerized or deck-mounted options
- Custom sheaves, level-wind, and monitoring packages
- Designed for long-duration offshore and defense deployments
Containerized ROV Launch & Recovery Systems
For rapid deployment anywhere in the world, RPME’s turnkey containerized systems integrate winch, HPU, and controls in a single ISO container.
- Quick-connect hydraulic and power interfaces
- Tested to NAVSEA and ABS standards
- Ideal for expeditionary, surveillance, or inspection missions
Towed Array Handling Systems
RPME’s towed array solutions ensure quiet, controlled deployment of sonar and surveillance systems critical to anti-submarine warfare.
- Tight control of payout tension and winding geometry
- Enhanced cable life and data fidelity
- Seamless integration with shipboard control systems
Mission-Proven. Partner-Focused.
Every RPME defense system is more than equipment—it’s a force multiplier engineered for dependability in the most demanding environments. We collaborate with system integrators and end users from concept to commissioning to ensure mission success.
Contact our Defense Programs Team
Location: Houston, TX
Applicable NAICS Codes
| NAICS Code | Description | Application to RPME |
|---|---|---|
| 541330 | Engineering Services | Design and integration of custom launch & recovery systems, control systems, and defense engineering projects. |
| 334511 | Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical Systems and Instrument Manufacturing | Control and tension monitoring systems for naval and subsea platforms. |
| 332999 | Miscellaneous Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing | Fabrication of structural frames, enclosures, and specialized handling assemblies. |
| 541715 | R&D in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences | Prototype design, testing, and development of advanced subsea or defense cable systems. |
| 336611 | Ship Building and Repairing | Installation, refurbishment, and integration of deck handling systems aboard vessels. |
| 336419 | Other Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Parts & Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing | For any classified or auxiliary defense components incorporated into Navy systems. |
Offshore & Subsea Systems Codes
| NAICS Code | Description | Application to RPME |
|---|---|---|
| 333132 | Oil and Gas Field Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing | Manufacturing umbilical reels, cable deployment units, containerized ROV systems, and tensioners for subsea operations. |
| 333999 | Miscellaneous General-Purpose Machinery Manufacturing | Broader mechanical systems not covered by other specific manufacturing codes. |
| 237990 | Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction | Offshore or subsea equipment installation and mobilization support. |
| 333611 | Turbine and Turbine Generator Set Units Manufacturing | If your systems integrate with powered hydraulic or electric drive modules for offshore applications. |
| 334513 | Instruments and Related Products Manufacturing for Measuring, Displaying, and Controlling Industrial Process Variables | Pressure, tension, or control instrumentation used in deployment and retrieval systems. |
Oil & Gas, Energy, and Industrial Support Codes
| NAICS Code | Description | Application to RPME |
|---|---|---|
| 213112 | Support Activities for Oil and Gas Operations | Deck and subsea support equipment, handling gear, and deployment systems for energy clients. |
| 333912 | Air and Gas Compressor Manufacturing | For integrated compressor-based or pneumatic control subsystems. |
| 333914 | Measuring, Dispensing, and Other Pumping Equipment Manufacturing | Pumping and hydraulic systems tied to offshore or defense applications. |
| 335312 | Motor and Generator Manufacturing | Electric drive assemblies for winch and reel systems. |
| 332710 | Machine Shops | Precision machining of custom subsea and defense components. |