Protech
Protech (PROTECH USA) designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems, including accelerometer fence sensors, infrared barriers, and stereo Doppler microwave sensors, serving utilities, military, nuclear, corrections, oil & gas, and other sensitive-site verticals globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1980
- HeadquartersSparks, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Protech does
Protech (Protection Technologies Inc., DBA PROTECH USA) is a Nevada-incorporated designer and manufacturer of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS), founded in 1980 and headquartered in Sparks, Nevada. The company is a member of France-based VITAPROTECH group following its merger with SORHEA Technology, and operates additional sales/engineering offices in St-Laurent, Canada and Mexico City, with products manufactured across the USA, France, and Canada. Its portfolio spans seven technology families: integration software/hardware (SPECTRA, MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL, CONNECT MODULE, SmartBridge), active infrared barriers (BIRIS II, MIRIS 3100, MAXIRIS 3100, SOLARIS, PORTALIS), accelerometer-based fence-mounted sensors (G-FENCE 3000, 2400 IP65, 600Z and the G-WALL extension), dual-technology PIRAMID volumetric sensors using proprietary Stereo Doppler microwave with passive infrared, the triple-technology APIRIS 3100 barrier, and the 2025-launched HATCHSECURE hatch detection system. Protech claims to be the first manufacturer of solar-powered and wireless intrusion detection systems and the only producer of false-alarm-free stereo Doppler motion sensors.
The company serves eleven verticals with primary focus on utilities, military & defense, nuclear, corrections, oil & gas/petrochemical, transportation & logistics, government, commercial/industrial, solar, VIP estates, and secondarily cannabis facilities. Go-to-market is sales-led through system integrators and security consultants, with products distributed via ADI Global Distribution, PSA Network (vendor partner within the world's largest systems integrator consortium), Wesco/Anixter, and co-marketed with Hirsch (a VITAPROTECH sister brand). Pricing is quote-based with MSRP available through a registered customer portal. Differentiated technical credentials include USAF Protection Level 1 Nuclear & Below approval for PIRAMID XL-MIL, ISO 9001 certification since 1999, 8% of annual revenue reinvested in R&D, and a published performance envelope (probability of detection >0.95, false-alarm rate of 1/unit/year, 1-second alarm response, intrusion location accuracy within 10 feet). Notable quantifiable outcomes include Prob>0.95 detection, IP65-rated outdoor hardware, and ModBus TCP/API integration with seven major VMS platforms.
Protech firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Protech
- Legal name
- PROTECH USA
- Website
- https://protechusa.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1980
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Protech (PROTECH USA) designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems, including accelerometer fence sensors, infrared barriers, and stereo Doppler microwave sensors, serving utilities, military, nuclear, corrections, oil & gas, and other sensitive-site verticals globally.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Protech industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems
- NAICS
- Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162), Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511), Other Measuring and Controlling Device Manufacturing (334519)
- SIC
- Industrial Instruments For Measurement, Display, And Control (3823), Measuring & Controlling Devices, Nec (3829), Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Perimeter Security Systems Integration (Fences, Sensors, Barriers) (BPAKAGAD)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Intrusion Detection & Burglar Alarm Systems Integration (BPAKAGAC), Security Management Platforms Integration (PSIM/SOC, Command & Control) (BPAKAGAH), Physical Security IoT & Smart Building Security Integration (Sensors, BMS tie-ins) (BPAKAGAL)
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Where Protech is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Sparks
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices4 records
Markets served
Protech business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Perimeter Security Hardware Sales: Sale of perimeter intrusion detection systems including fence-mounted sensors, infrared barriers, dual/triple technology sensors, and integration software/hubs. Products are sold through channel partners and system integrators.
Go-to-market motion2 records
Distribution channels4 records
Marketing channels5 records
Protech product offering
Product offeringCore offering
PROTECH designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) to secure sensitive sites, including fence-mounted accelerometer sensors, active infrared barriers, dual and triple technology volumetric sensors, stereo Doppler microwave motion sensors, solar-powered wireless detection systems, and supporting integration software and hubs. The product portfolio is organized into integration, infrared barriers, fence-mounted systems, wall-mounted detection, dual technology sensors, triple technology barriers, and hatch detection, serving military, nuclear, utility, corrections, oil and gas, transportation, and commercial sites globally.
Product overview
PROTECH is a complete provider of perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) offering multiple detection technology categories that can operate independently or be combined in a layered approach. The product portfolio includes six main technology families: (1) Integration solutions comprising SPECTRA monitoring application, MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL hub, CONNECT MODULE, and SMARTBRIDGE VMS integration software; (2) Infrared barriers including BIRIS II, MIRIS 3100, MAXIRIS 3100, SOLARIS (solar-powered/wireless), and PORTALIS (gate accessory); (3) Fence-mounted systems including G-FENCE 3000 (solar-powered), G-FENCE 2400 IP65, and G-FENCE 600Z with accelerometer-based detection; (4) G-WALL wall-mounted detection; (5) Dual technology volumetric sensors under the PIRAMID family including XL2, LT, XL-MIL/HS (high-security), EX (explosion-proof), DIR (directional), XL-MW (microwave), and INDOOR variants plus accessories; (6) Triple technology barriers with APIRIS 3100; and (7) Hatch detection with HATCHSECURE. The company pioneered solar-powered and wireless intrusion detection systems and is the only manufacturer offering stereo Doppler technology motion sensors with false-alarm-free reliability.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- SPECTRA Active mapping and monitoring application for perimeter supervision; all-in-one solution with advanced supervisor functionality and smart gateway features, compatible with PROTECH products and intended for security operators of protected sites.
- MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL Centralization hub for alarm information from PROTECH intrusion detectors, enabling connection of multiple detection systems to VMS platforms for security operators and integrators.
- CONNECT MODULE Connection and alarm centralization system that integrates PROTECH intrusion detectors into broader security infrastructure for system integrators.
- SMARTBRIDGE (VMS Integration) Integration software connecting PROTECH's MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL and G-Fence 2400 Controllers to third-party VMS platforms (Genetec, Milestone, Exacqvision, Luxriot, Avigilon, FLIR, Geutebrueck) for alarm event transmission and video management.
- BIRIS II Hard-wired active infrared barrier with up to 656 ft. (200m) outdoor range, 4 selectable channels, automatic gain control, and IP65 rating for internal and external intrusion detection.
- MIRIS 3100 Hard-wired commercial-grade active IR barrier using Dual Interlaced Scanning (D.I.S.) technology with transmitter and receiver in a single column, up to 656 feet (200m) range.
- MAXIRIS 3100 Hard-wired high-security networked IR barrier with up to 1,640 ft. (500m) interior range, zoning function, TCP/IP network support, and ModBus TCP connectivity.
- SOLARIS First autonomous, long-range 328 feet (100m) infrared barrier with solar power, dynamic radio mesh network communication using AES 128 encryption, and no civil engineering required for remote-site deployment.
- PORTALIS Solar-powered infrared barrier accessory for G-FENCE systems providing perimeter intrusion detection on gates with five dual-beam cells at 8ft or 10ft height.
- G-FENCE 3000 Solar-powered fence-mounted intrusion detection system with accelerometer technology, securing up to 2 miles (3200m) per system with pinpoint location to within 10 feet (3m) and 1 second alarm response time.
- G-FENCE 2400 IP65 Accelerometer-based intrusion detection system for fences with IP65 rating, supporting dry contacts, RS485 to MAXIBUS, and ModBus/API output for direct VMS integration over IP network.
- G-FENCE 600Z 12-Volt fence-mounted intrusion detection system for perimeters up to 2000 feet (600m) with self-calibrating accelerometer sensors and integrated web server.
- G-WALL Wall-mounted intrusion detection system using G-FENCE accelerometer technology to detect impacts from pulling, cutting, or breaking through building exteriors, covering up to 2400 linear feet (720m) per system.
- PIRAMID XL2 Dual-technology volumetric intrusion sensor combining proprietary Stereo Doppler microwave and passive infrared with 'And Gate' operation for false-alarm-free detection.
- PIRAMID LT Dual-technology sensor with direction control designed for ladder and tower mounting, featuring approach-only detection mode that ignores rain and snow.
- PIRAMID XL-MIL & XL-HS High-security dual-technology sensors for military and high-security applications, approved by USAF for Protection Level 1 Nuclear & Below, with probability of detection greater than 0.95.
- PIRAMID EX Stereo Doppler microwave sensor in explosion-proof housing for hazardous locations, certified for Class I/II/III, Div 1 & 2, Groups C-G, and NEMA 4, 7BCD, 9EFG environments.
- PIRAMID DIR Direction-control motion detection sensor with three-position switch to detect approaching, receding, or both types of targets, combining Stereo Doppler microwave and passive infrared.
- PIRAMID XL-MW/DIR/VD Single-technology Stereo Doppler microwave sensor available in direction control (MW-DIR) and vehicular detector (MW-VD) variants for detecting pedestrians, intruders, and vehicles.
- PIRAMID INDOOR SENSORS Dual-technology volumetric sensors for indoor applications, approved by USAF for Protection Level 1 Nuclear & Below, with coverage patterns up to 90ft x 50ft.
- APIRIS 3100 Triple-technology barrier combining multiplexed infrared beam, high-frequency microwave, and stereo Doppler sensor in unified operation, requiring simultaneous detection from at least two technologies for alarm activation.
- HATCHSECURE Modular hatch intrusion detection system using multi-sensor technology with gyroscope and light sensor, detecting unauthorized openings, impacts, drilling, and blowtorch cutting on access hatches, with Modbus TCP relay output for security management systems.
Quantifiable outcome
- False Alarm Rate: 1/unit/year based on signal to noise ratio for PIRAMID XL-MIL sensors
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Companies that use Protech
Customer profileNamed customers2 records
Segments11 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Protech technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- Yes
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration8 records
AI capability2 records
Feature5 records
Protech partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.
- VITAPROTECH GroupcorePROTECH USA is a member of VITAPROTECH group, a leader in intrusion detection and access control. The group provides strategic direction and shared technology development across member companies.
- SORHEA Technology (France)coreSORHEA Technology of France merged with PROTECH, combining product lines to offer a full range of security products and technologies. Products are manufactured and assembled in partnership across USA and France.
- HirschcoreHirsch booth partners with PROTECH at major security events including ISC West and GSX. Contact: 1900 Carnegie Avenue, Suite B, Santa Ana, CA 92705-5520
- PSA NetworkmajorPROTECH is a proud vendor partner of PSA Network, the world's largest systems integrator consortium. PSA empowers its owners to become successful systems integrators in partnership with industry leading providers.
- ADI Global DistributionmajorADI serves as a national distributor for PROTECH products, making them available through their distribution network across the USA.
- Wesco / AnixtermajorWesco (Anixter) serves as a national distributor for PROTECH security products through their distribution network.
- Milestone SystemsmajorSmart Bridge integration software compatible with Milestone XProtect VMS platform for alarm event integration.
- GenetecmajorSmart Bridge integration software compatible with Genetec Security Center VMS for alarm event integration.
- Avigilon (Motorola Solutions)majorSmart Bridge integration compatible with Avigilon Unity Video VMS platform.
Scale indicators3 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Protech competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Southwest Microwave: Southwest Microwave manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems including microwave barriers and fence-mounted sensors, directly competing with Protech's G-FENCE, BIRIS, and PIRAMID product families across utilities, corrections, and high-security sites.
- Senstar: Senstar offers a broad PIDS portfolio including fence sensors, buried cable detection, microwave barriers, and sensor-fusion analytics, overlapping directly with Protech's perimeter security offering for utilities, transportation, and corrections markets.
- Fiber SenSys (OPTEX): Fiber SenSys, part of OPTEX Group, provides fiber-optic fence and buried perimeter detection systems competing directly with Protech's G-FENCE accelerometer-based fence sensors across critical infrastructure sites.
- RBtec Perimeter Security Systems: RBtec manufactures fence-mounted intrusion detection systems and electric fencing solutions, directly competing with Protech's G-FENCE product family for utility, military, and high-security perimeter deployments.
- Magal Security Systems: Magal designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems including smart fences, taut-wire, and microwave sensors, serving utilities, airports, and military customers in direct overlap with Protech's target verticals.
- OPTEX: OPTEX is a global intrusion detection and sensing manufacturer with PIR, laser, and fiber-optic perimeter products that compete with Protech's PIRAMID dual-tech sensors and fence detection lines.
- Gallagher Command Centre: Gallagher delivers integrated perimeter security and access control solutions, including fence-mounted detection, competing with Protech for utility, corrections, and high-security site contracts.
Broad incumbents
- Axis Communications: Axis Communications, a major network video and security vendor, offers perimeter protection analytics (Loitering Guard, Motion Guard, AXIS Perimeter Defender) that increasingly competes with dedicated PIDS vendors like Protech as video-analytics accuracy improves.
- Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell offers integrated security portfolios including perimeter detection and video surveillance for industrial, utility, and government customers, representing a broader incumbent competing for the same perimeter-security budget pool as Protech.
Emerging players
- PureTech Systems: PureTech Systems provides AI-driven video analytics for perimeter intrusion detection and situational awareness, positioning as a software-defined emerging alternative to Protech's hardware-centric PIDS approach for utilities, transportation, and defense customers.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Protech social profiles
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Trust signalCompliance1 record
Protech financial estimates
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Protech leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles6 records
Protech funding detail
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Frequently asked questions about Protech
What does Protech do?
PROTECH designs and manufactures perimeter intrusion detection systems (PIDS) to secure sensitive sites, including fence-mounted accelerometer sensors, active infrared barriers, dual and triple technology volumetric sensors, stereo Doppler microwave motion sensors, solar-powered wireless detection systems, and supporting integration software and hubs. The product portfolio is organized into integration, infrared barriers, fence-mounted systems, wall-mounted detection, dual technology sensors, triple technology barriers, and hatch detection, serving military, nuclear, utility, corrections, oil and gas, transportation, and commercial sites globally.
Is Protech a public or private company?
Protech is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Protech founded?
Protech was founded in 1980. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Protech based?
Protech is headquartered in Sparks, United States, in the North America region.
How does Protech make money?
One revenue line is on record: perimeter Security Hardware Sales.
Who are Protech's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Southwest Microwave, Senstar, Fiber SenSys (OPTEX), RBtec Perimeter Security Systems, Magal Security Systems, OPTEX and Gallagher Command Centre. Broad incumbents are Axis Communications and Honeywell Building Technologies. PureTech Systems is listed as an emerging player.
Does Protech have an API?
Yes. Protech offers API integration primarily through SmartBridge software which connects MAXIBUS UNIVERSAL and/or G-Fence 2400 Controllers to VMS platforms. Additionally, G-FENCE 2400 IP65 supports ModBus and API output for IP network transmission. MAXIRIS 3100 and APIRIS 3100 support ModBus TCP server/client connectivity. Specific API endpoints, authentication methods, rate limits, and versioning are not detailed in the available documentation.
What industry is Protech in?
Protech's product category is Perimeter Intrusion Detection Systems. Its primary akta.pro industry code is BPAKAGAD, Perimeter Security Systems Integration (Fences, Sensors, Barriers), with a secondary code of BPAKAGAC, Intrusion Detection & Burglar Alarm Systems Integration. Its NAICS code is 561621 and its SIC code is 3823.