Business Details
43 Years
experience
Expert Airfield Lighting Maintenance Solutions
Malms has been at the forefront of airfield lighting innovation for over four decades. Founded in 1983, our expertise stems from pioneering research commissioned by the UK Civil Aviation Authority, Ministry of Defence, and DERA. We developed the MALMS system, a globally recognized solution for photometric testing and torque management, now deployed in over 500 systems worldwide. Our commitment to precision engineering ensures airports meet stringent ICAO, FAA, and UK CAA standards. With a track record of continuous development, we provide cutting-edge tools like the MALMS Dashboard for real-time asset management.Our team combines technical excellence with global support networks to deliver compliance, safety, and operational efficiency. Trusted by major airports like Heathrow, Dubai, and Vancouver, we offer tailored training and consultancy to optimize airfield maintenance strategies. As an employee-owned company, we maintain independence and integrity in every solution we provide.
Services
Photometric Testing
Torque Management
Cloud Dashboard
Calibration Services
Commissioning Support
Maintenance Training
Asset Tracking
Compliance Audits
Technical Consultancy
System Integration
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have 40 years of specialized experience in airfield lighting systems
- Our MALMS technology is developed from UK Civil Aviation Authority research
- We provide real-time cloud-based asset management solutions
- Our systems ensure compliance with ICAO, FAA and UK CAA standards
- We offer global support with systems operating in over 300 airports worldwide
What people say
Improved AGL performance
Invaluable technical support
Highly recommend products
Effective maintenance strategy
Proven compliance solution
Services
Photometric Testing
Our MALMS Mobile system conducts precise photometric testing of airfield lighting, ensuring compliance with ICAO Annex 14 and FAA standards. The trailer-mounted solution measures beam intensity and orientation at speeds exceeding 80km/h, providing rapid, accurate data for runway safety assessments. This technology enables airports to maintain optimal visibility during low-visibility conditions while minimizing runway downtime.
Torque Management
The MALMS Engineer system tracks torque maintenance for airfield lighting fixtures using RFID technology. Our electronic torque wrenches prevent foreign object debris risks by ensuring proper bolt tension. This solution addresses safety concerns identified in FAA Engineering Brief #83, providing a digital audit trail for compliance verification and reducing aircraft damage risks from loose fittings.
Cloud Dashboard
Our cloud-based dashboard integrates real-time data from all MALMS systems, offering comprehensive asset management. Airports can monitor maintenance schedules, receive automated alerts for serviceability issues, and generate compliance reports. The platform supports both cloud and local server deployment, with customizable reporting features for executive oversight and regulatory submissions.
Calibration Services
We provide calibration solutions for airfield lighting test equipment, including the MALMS Photobench system. This workshop-based solution verifies LED and tungsten halogen fittings with laboratory-level accuracy, ensuring measurement consistency across maintenance cycles. The automated system delivers pass/fail results in 30 seconds per light with full traceability for quality assurance programs.
Commissioning Support
Our team provides end-to-end commissioning for new airfield lighting installations. This includes equipment setup, staff training, and integration with existing asset management systems. We ensure compliance with national and international standards through comprehensive testing protocols, supported by our global network of technical specialists and training programs.
Questions
What airfield lighting standards do your systems comply with?
Our systems meet ICAO Annex 14, FAA AC 150/5345-46, and UK CAA requirements for photometric testing and mechanical compliance.
How do you support global customers?
We provide localised support through our UK headquarters, US office, and global agency network with remote diagnostics and on-site engineering services.
Can your systems integrate with existing airport infrastructure?
Our solutions work with existing asset management systems and offer both cloud and local server deployment options for seamless integration.
What training options are available?
We offer AGL/GTM training programs, technical webinars, and on-site equipment training for all MALMS system components.
How do you ensure measurement accuracy?
Our equipment undergoes independent testing to UK CAA, FAA, and TUV standards with automated quality checks to prevent operator errors.
What maintenance reporting features do you offer?
Our Dashboard provides real-time alerts, custom reports, and email notifications with detailed fault analysis and maintenance history tracking.
