At Potter Global Technologies (PGT), our group of businesses approach safety with a unique blend of expertise and authenticity. While we've solidified our reputation in global markets and garnered widespread recognition, what truly differentiates us is our empathetic approach. While we operate with the sophistication of a large organization, it's our commitment to genuine engagement that sets us apart.
We offer advanced products that are easy to use and understand, ensuring optimal safety. But choosing PGT goes beyond just products. It means partnering with a team that deeply understands fire protection, life-safety, and critical communication systems and wants to truly understand your needs.
Choose Potter Global Technologies where deep expertise meets genuine care. Together, let's set new benchmarks for a safer future.
In 1898 Charles E. Potter began developing products that sent electronically coded signals to a central monitoring station. This allowed fire and police officials to be instantly dispatched to any fire or security emergency. In a time when human initiative was the most valuable industrial commodity, Charles Potter was able to combine state-of-the-art equipment with dedicated men to provide the best night watchmen service in the area. His pioneering ingenuity helped lead Potter to be a world renowned manufacturer of life safety equipment.
1920
Using custom designed products for specific applications and monitoring their status with the latest in telecommunications equipment, Potter was able to provide his subscribers with the finest alarm and night watchman's service in the greater St. Louis metropolitan area.
1970
While the central station business continued to grow, Potter also expanded its line of products. It developed a complete line of sprinkler supervisory devices, security switches for intrusion protection, central station receiving equipment, vault and safe protection systems and fire control panels.
As manufacturing output increased, it became necessary for the company to expand. In 1970, land was acquired and a new facility was built in west St. Louis County.
1982
In 1982, Potter sold its central station and downtown location to Wells Fargo Alarm Services. It was now free to concentrate solely on the manufacture and distribution of sprinkler monitoring products and security peripherals.
2004–2008
During the aughts, Potter broke into several new markets with strategic acquisitions. In 2004, Potter acquired Amseco which brought with it a full portfolio of security peripherals. In 2008, Potter acquired Elmdene International to further its global reach and bolster its fire and security markets. Also in 2008, investments were made to bring an experienced engineering team to focus on all new fire alarm systems designed and manufactured by Potter.
2015–2021
Looking to increase its systems portfolio and be able to bring the same innovation, quality, and service to new markets, Potter acquired several new businesses starting in the mid 2010s. In 2015, EVAX, CPG, and Harrington were acquired together to bolster Potter's fire alarm system business. Looking to break into the emergency wireless communications market, TowerIQ was acquired in 2020. Most recently, Valcom—with its wide array of mass notification solutions—was added to compliment Potter's commitment to life safety.
Potter is currently at the forefront of fire and life safety systems, offering state-of-the-art technology for efficient threat detection and response. Our integration of sensors, alarms, and monitoring systems provides real-time data and quick responses to potential dangers. Looking ahead, we are ready to leverage technological advancements to make our systems even more interconnected and intelligent. Through our unwavering commitment to innovation and our customers, Potter remains dedicated to shaping the future of fire and life safety, prioritizing the safeguarding of lives and properties.
