VoltSafe Inc.

What VoltSafe Inc. does

VoltSafe Inc. is a Vancouver-based private Canadian technology company that has developed a patented prongless magnetic electrical connector platform using magnets and an 'electrical fingerprint' to safely connect devices to high-power electricity. The technology, which is the only prongless high-power connector certified to UL and CSA safety standards by Intertek (ETL), incorporates built-in Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter (AFCI) and Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection and enables real-time energy monitoring at the plug level with greater than 99% accuracy. The product portfolio spans multiple vertical applications, including VoltSafe Marine (30A-100A shore power pedestals for marina operators, yacht clubs, and port authorities), VoltSafe Home (15A-120V residential smart outlets with WiFi control), VoltSafe AV (autonomous vehicle and robotics charging), VoltSafe Aviation (100A-400A airport Ground Support Equipment), VoltSafe RV (recreational vehicles), and a discontinued VoltSafe Winter (engine block heater extension cord).

The company operates a hybrid revenue model combining direct hardware sales through retail (400+ retail locations across Canada and the US plus Amazon) for consumer products and enterprise field sales for B2B marine and industrial deployments, supplemented by a binding global licensing agreement executed in 2025 and a recurring SaaS/IoT energy management platform. Enterprise customers include the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, the Port of San Diego, and multiple marina operators with $5M+ USD in binding Smart Marina Pedestal purchase orders scheduled for delivery starting in 2026. The company has raised approximately $850K CAD in equity crowdfunding via FrontFundr, secured $550K CAD in government grants from Innovate BC and NRC IRAP, and received $250K USD from the Port of San Diego's Blue Economy Incubator. Patents are filed or registered in nearly 50 countries, and the company is currently under MNDA with over 20 multi-billion-dollar global corporations for potential licensing and partnership deals.

Name

VoltSafe Inc.

Legal name

VoltSafe Inc.

Website

https://voltsafe.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

VoltSafe Inc. develops patented prongless magnetic electrical connector technology with built-in safety features (AFCI/GFCI) for marine shore power, residential, autonomous vehicle, aviation, and RV applications, serving marina operators, port authorities, OEMs, and consumers globally.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electrical Connectors and Shore Power Systems

NAICS

Electronic Connector Manufacturing (334417), Wiring Device Manufacturing (33593), Power, Distribution, and Specialty Transformer Manufacturing (335311)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Electrical Industrial Apparatus (3620), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Integrated Marine Electrical Systems & Switchboards (IMAJAJAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Electrical Engineering & Power Distribution (Generation, Switchboards, Cabling, Lighting) (IMAJAGAF), Marine Hybrid & Electric Propulsion Systems (IMAJAHAC)

Keywords

• Magnetic electrical connectors
• Shore power solutions
• Smart electrical outlets
• Marine electrification hardware
• Energy monitoring devices

Headquarters

HQ city

Vancouver

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Hardware Product Sales (Consumer): Sale of consumer products including VoltSafe Winter (magnetic block heater extension cords sold at retail and online) and VoltSafe Home (smart home outlets). One-time hardware purchase revenue.
2. Marine Shore Power Pedestals (B2B): Sale of VoltSafe Marine smart shore power pedestals (30A-100A) to marina operators, yacht clubs, and port authorities. B2B enterprise sales with purchase orders exceeding $5M USD in initial orders.
3. Technology Licensing: Executed binding licensing agreement (2025) with global giant corporation for swappable battery solution. Patents licensed in nearly 50 countries. Multiple companies under MNDA for potential licensing deals.
4. SaaS/Software Platform: Recurring revenue from smart device management platform, energy monitoring dashboards, and IoT connectivity services for marine and commercial deployments.
5. Equity Investment: 506(c) investment offering open to accredited investors with minimum $25,000 USD investment. Ongoing equity crowdfunding campaigns.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

VoltSafe develops and manufactures patented prongless magnetic electrical connector technology that replaces traditional pronged plugs with a magnetic, electrically fingerprint-identified connection built around integrated AFCI/GFCI safety. Its product portfolio spans consumer smart outlets (VoltSafe Home), marine shore power pedestals (VoltSafe Marine, 30A-100A), autonomous vehicle/fleet rapid charging (VoltSafe AV), RV and aviation GSE connectors, plus technology licensing of its patents to global corporations.

Product overview

VoltSafe Inc. has developed a patented prongless magnetic plug technology platform that eliminates traditional electrical prongs, using magnets and an 'electrical fingerprint' to safely connect to high-power electricity. The product portfolio spans multiple vertical markets: VoltSafe Home (15A residential outlet with energy monitoring and AFCI/GFCI protection), VoltSafe Marine (30A-100A shore power for boats), VoltSafe AV (autonomous vehicle charging for robotics, drones, and fleets), VoltSafe RV (recreational vehicles), VoltSafe Aviation (100A-400A for airport Ground Support Equipment), and a Power Hub accessory. A previously commercialized VoltSafe Winter product (engine block heater cord) has been discontinued. The company also offers a SaaS platform for energy management and smart marina pedestals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• VoltSafe Marine: Marine shore power solution with 30A-100A capacity for pleasure craft, tugboats, industrial marine, and combat vessels. Addresses safety issues with antiquated shore power systems.
• VoltSafe AV
• VoltSafe RV
• VoltSafe Power Hub
• VoltSafe Home
• VoltSafe Winter

Products and services

• VoltSafe Marine Prongless magnetic shore power pedestals (30A to 100A) for pleasure craft, tugboats, industrial marine, and combat vessels. Sold to marina operators, yacht clubs, and port authorities to address corrosion, damage, and electrical fire risks in marine environments.
• VoltSafe Home 15A, 120V prongless magnetic residential smart outlet with built-in AFCI and GFCI, WiFi-enabled app control, real-time energy monitoring at the plug level, and device load classification. Targets homeowners seeking safer, smarter electrical connections.
• VoltSafe AV (Autonomous Vehicle Charging) High-power rapid charging solution for autonomous vehicles including UGVs, fleets, drones, and robotics. Features magnetic self-docking, auto-release, and central monitoring/control, eliminating human-involved charging.
• VoltSafe Aviation (GSE Charging) 100A-400A magnetic connector solution for airport Ground Support Equipment (GSE) charging, delivering aerospace-level safety to prevent damages from improper unplugging of equipment prior to plane departures.
• VoltSafe Technology Licensing Licensing of VoltSafe's patented prongless magnetic connector technology and 'electrical fingerprint' IP to global corporations for integration into swappable battery and other high-power connector applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• >99% accuracy in energy monitoring at plug level
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core, flagship and strategic.

• Government of BC / Innovate BCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 March 2026Selected for Marine and Coastal Testbed initiative launched through Innovate BC's Integrated Marketplace as part of BC's Look West strategy. Partnership with Royal Vancouver Yacht Club's Jericho Marina to deploy VoltSafe's smart shore power solution in real-world coastal environment for validation and advancement.
• Port of San DiegoflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 August 2025VoltSafe selected to join Port of San Diego's Blue Economy Incubator and will receive $250,000 USD for extensive pilot program in one of the world's most important marina markets. Port provides business development, marketing, PR and media visibility as part of partnership. The Port's Blue Economy Incubator is building a portfolio of businesses that deliver social, environmental, and economic benefits.
• Royal Vancouver Yacht Club (RVYC)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 5 June 2025Executed largest full-scale pre-commercial deployment of VoltSafe Marine shore power system at every slip of The Wigwam Inn. RVYC operates nine facilities, all Clean Marine BC certified. Partnership enables real-world validation of technology in active marina environment.
• Menlo MicrosystemsstrategicTechnology or Integration · 15 November 2022Collaboration to develop the most advanced smart electrical outlet and connector, combining VoltSafe's magnetic prongless technology with Menlo Micro's switching technology for enhanced performance and reliability.
• Creative Destruction Lab (CDL) AtlanticcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraduated from CDL's prominent Oceans Stream initiative, which supports high-potential ventures in ocean-related industries with mentorship, resources, and peer learning from successful entrepreneurs and scientists.
• AARP AgeTech CollaborativecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGraduated from AARP's AgeTech Collaborative Accelerator Program, which supports innovations for older adults, validating VoltSafe's accessibility benefits for seniors and those with mobility challenges.
• US CTA Climatetech AcceleratorcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSelected to participate in US CTA Climatetech Accelerator supporting climate technology innovations with mentorship, industry connections, and resources for scaling.
• Canadian Electric Propulsion Acceleration Coalition (CEPAC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject Participant of the Canadian Electric Propulsion Acceleration Coalition, part of Canada's Ocean Supercluster, focused on accelerating marine electrification and propulsion technologies.
• Foresight CanadacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNamed to Foresight Canada's 'Most Investible Cleantech Companies' list for two consecutive years, providing visibility and connections within Canada's cleantech ecosystem.
• NMMA CanadastrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerCEO Trevor Burgess joined NMMA Canada Board of Directors (January 2026), providing strategic influence in the marine industry and access to key industry stakeholders.
• MaRS Venture ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported by MaRS Venture Services, Canada's largest innovation hub, providing advisory services, connections, and resources for scaling technology ventures.
• Next Generation Manufacturing Canada (NGM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSupported company by Next Generation Manufacturing Canada, helping advanced manufacturing companies scale with expertise and resources.
• Global Licensing Partner (unnamed)flagshipOEM/ Whitelabel/ Licensing PartnerExecuted binding licensing agreement (2025) with second largest electrical connector company in the world for swappable battery solution. Represents significant validation of technology licensing potential.

Scale indicators14 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Hubbell Incorporated: Hubbell is one of the largest US manufacturers of electrical connectors, wiring devices, and marine shore power pedestals (via its Marinco brand). It is the dominant incumbent in the marine pedestal category VoltSafe Marine targets and has the distribution, standards expertise, and balance sheet to out-execute a startup.
• Leviton Manufacturing: Leviton is a leading North American manufacturer of wiring devices, receptacles, GFCI/AFCI outlets, and smart home products. It directly competes with VoltSafe Home's smart-outlet value proposition and has the certification, retail distribution, and electrician relationships needed to defend share.
• Schneider Electric: Schneider Electric is a global leader in electrical distribution, industrial automation, and energy management. Its EVlink and industrial connector lines overlap with VoltSafe's higher-power marine and aviation offerings, and its smart-home/energy monitoring portfolio competes with VoltSafe Home's value proposition.
• Eaton Corporation: Eaton manufactures electrical power management products including industrial receptacles, power pedestals, and EV charging infrastructure. Its marina/industrial pedestal business and commercial wiring device lines overlap with VoltSafe Marine and VoltSafe AV.
• ABB: ABB is a global industrial electrical equipment leader with significant presence in marine electrical systems, EV charging (including autonomous fleet charging), and industrial connectors. Its portfolio overlaps with VoltSafe's higher-power and EV/fleet charging offerings.

Direct peers

• Marinco (Hubbell Marine): Marinco is the leading brand of marine shore power plugs, inlets, and adapters in North America. VoltSafe Marine's 30A–100A smart shore power pedestals directly target Marinco's installed base at marinas and yacht clubs.
• Mastervolt: Mastervolt (a Brunswick brand) is a major supplier of marine electrical systems including shore power conversion and battery management. Its products compete with VoltSafe Marine in the marine electrification category and represent an acquirer or competitor profile.

Emerging players

• Belkin (Wemo): Belkin's Wemo smart plug line is a direct competitor to VoltSafe Home in the consumer WiFi-enabled smart outlet category. While Belkin focuses on retro-fit smart plugs rather than outlet replacement, it competes for the same shelf space and energy-monitoring value proposition.
• TP-Link (Kasa Smart): TP-Link's Kasa smart home brand competes in the WiFi smart plug/outlet market with broad retail distribution and aggressive pricing. It represents the incumbent consumer-facing alternative VoltSafe Home must displace at retail.

Others

• Menlo Microsystems: Menlo Micro is a strategic technology partner of VoltSafe (announced 2022 collaboration), providing advanced MEMS switching technology for next-generation smart outlets. It is an enabling technology peer rather than a direct competitor but represents a key component supply relationship.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UChU-fgZlHgE6TQtve3pXGMw
• Facebookfacebook.com/VoltSafe
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/voltsafe
• Instagraminstagram.com/voltsafetech
• TikToktiktok.com/@voltsafe?

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds10 records

Investors3 records

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M&A

Investments

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