Ramtech Global are already selling their products in 33 countries across the world, they have been established since 1990 and provide services to some of the biggest brands around the globe.
Now, they are focusing on bringing their industry-leading technology to North America.
Ramtech’s Head of North America, Middle East and Global Customer Service, James Pecz sat down with FSJA’s Assistant Editor Isabelle Crow, to shine a light on their plans.
He explained how Ramtech are looking to utilize their experience leading the markets in the UK and Europe to grow their presence across North America- hoping to change the industry and the scope of possibility, for the better.
The primary goal of any evacuation system is to get people off the premises quickly, efficiently and safely in the event of an emergency. To achieve this, clear and reliable notification is key.
Depending on the environment, this can include both audio and visual alerts.
For example, in areas where workers may be wearing ear protection or where heavy machinery creates high noise levels, visual notifications can be just as critical as audible alarms.
Our systems are specifically designed for demanding and hazardous environments, which differ greatly from permanent fire alarm installations typically found in offices, hotels or residential buildings.
James Pecz
Ultimately, an effective evacuation system must be simple to operate, provide robust audio and visual notification and offer unwavering reliability.
When an emergency happens and the button is pressed, the system must activate instantly to ensure everyone can evacuate quickly and safely.
The WES3 system is built very differently from a standard permanent fire alarm, even though it uses wireless technology.
James Pecz
It operates on a fully meshed radio network, which means there is no single point of failure. Every unit communicates with multiple others, ensuring the system remains operational even if one device is damaged.
This level of resilience is critical in tough, unpredictable environments like construction sites.
The hardware itself is purpose-built for industrial conditions. The units are designed to withstand knocks, drops, and other impacts that can happen on active sites.
Even details like the type of plastic used are engineered for durability rather than aesthetics.
It’s not something you’d install in a hotel lobby, but in challenging site conditions, it’s exactly what you need: a rugged, reliable and powerful evacuation system.
REACT can transform site safety in two ways, by working seamlessly alongside WES3 or as a powerful standalone safety platform.
When paired with WES3, REACT enhances visibility and control far beyond what the control panel alone can offer.
James Pecz
In the event of an activation, whether due to a fire, manual alarm or medical emergency, REACT sends instant, detailed notifications directly to users’ devices.
Site plans and grid references can be uploaded so that when an incident occurs, the app pinpoints the exact location on a live site map, helping teams respond faster and more effectively.
Through its cloud connectivity, REACT also allows remote monitoring of the WES3 system.
This includes tracking maintenance-related issues such as low battery warnings, signal strength problems or device faults, ensuring teams are alerted early and can keep the system fully operational at all times.
As a standalone platform, REACT brings additional safety capabilities to any site. It includes Lone Worker monitoring, which checks in on individuals working alone and automatically raises an alert if they don’t respond.
It also supports quick hazard reporting, enabling anyone on site to flag potential risks and share them instantly with the wider team.
Every action is securely logged in the cloud, creating a clear audit trail for incidents, maintenance activities and alerts.
REACT is designed to deliver full visibility, accountability and peace of mind, helping create safer, better-connected worksites.
James Pecz
One standout example is our work with the Worcester Housing Authority in Massachusetts. The building’s permanent fire system had failed, creating an urgent need for a reliable solution.
Without an operational system, residents would have had to be moved into hotels at significant cost to the local government.
Instead, our WES3 system was deployed as a temporary alarm solution. In just one day, we installed a fully functioning evacuation system across the entire building.
This allowed residents to remain safely in their homes while repairs were made to the permanent system. Once the new system was operational, WES3 was simply removed and redeployed elsewhere.
This project highlights one of WES3’s greatest strengths, its speed of installation, reliability in emergencies and reusability, making it a cost-effective solution for temporary or urgent safety needs.
This is an incredibly exciting time for us in North America.
We’re opening our first North American headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina and we’ll be officially celebrating with a launch event on October 21, where we’ll be welcoming our partners, customers and colleagues from across Europe.
This new facility will be much more than just an office. It will serve as a central hub for our operations, complete with logistics, service and repair capabilities, allowing us to support our growing North American customer base directly from the region.
Looking ahead to 2026, we also have several exciting developments in the pipeline.
James Pecz
This includes launching next-generation products and deepening our collaboration with industry governing bodies to help shape future safety standards.
We’re not standing still. Our focus is on expanding our footprint, driving innovation and continuing to set the benchmark in wireless life safety.
