The Latest DITEK News and Events
Here you will find the latest and greatest DITEK news, along with information about upcoming events. We hope to see you at one soon!
DITEK has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2025 honor by Tampa Bay Times Top Workplaces. This list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The confidential survey uniquely measures the employee experience and its component themes, including employees feeling Respected & Supported, Enabled to Grow, and Empowered to Execute, to name a few.
This recognition is once again a testament to every DITEK team member, their passions and commitment. “… we are so thankful for every one of them. Thanks for making DITEK a great place to work,” said Wendy Gattis, DITEK CEO.
About Energage
Energage is a purpose-driven company that helps organizations turn employee feedback into useful business intelligence and credible employer recognition through Top Workplaces. Built on 18 years of culture research and the results from 27 million employees surveyed across more than 70,000 organizations, Energage delivers the most accurate competitive benchmark available. With access to a unique combination of patented analytic tools and expert guidance, Energage customers lead the competition with an engaged workforce and an opportunity to gain recognition for their people-first approach to culture. For more information or to nominate your organization, visit energage.com or topworkplaces.com.
“Earning a Top Workplaces award is a badge of honor for companies, especially because it comes authentically from their employees,” said Eric Rubino, Energage CEO. “That’s something to be proud of. In today’s market, leaders must ensure they’re allowing employees to have a voice and be heard. That’s paramount. Top Workplaces do this, and it pays dividends.”
New surge protection innovation can be easily installed within home electric panels
DITEK Surge Protection is introducing a groundbreaking whole-home surge protection solution that simplifies installation and enhances affordability for both electricians and homeowners. As homes increasingly depend on advanced electronics and smart appliances, protecting electrical systems from daily power surges has never been more critical.
“This new surge protection product was designed with both consumers and installers in mind,” said Wendy Gattis, Chief Executive Officer of DITEK. “We want to make safeguarding homes from power surges as simple as possible. Our engineering team developed the innovative DTK-120/240BK1 to provide a universal, UL classified circuit breaker-style whole-home surge protection solution that can be installed within multiple brands of residential electrical panels.”
The DTK-120/240BK1 sets a new standard for affordability and flexibility, allowing trained electricians to inventory one surge protector model that fits multiple load centers.
Recognizing the increasing demand for residential surge protection, DITEK’s research and development team accepted the challenge and engineered this innovative solution.
“We’ve incorporated the latest technology to ensure optimal protection while accommodating a wide range of electrical panels,” said Dave Gattis, Vice President of Engineering. “Our goal was to create a product that not only enhances whole-home surge protection but is also exceptionally easy for electrical contractors to install within a wide variety of load centers.”
With more people working remotely and homes relying on an ever-growing number of electronic devices, surge protection is more crucial than ever. Power surges—whether sudden and severe or small and frequent—can degrade electronic components over time, shortening their lifespan and leading to costly replacements. The DTK-120/240BK1 safeguards the entire home, preventing damaging energy spikes from compromising the electrical system.
The new DTK-120/240BK1 will be available April 2025 and is compatible with many electric panels utilizing 1” circuit breaker spacing, including these models:
- Square D Homeline Series
- Eaton BR Series
- Siemens EQ, SN, PN, ES, PL Series
- GE PowerMark Gold Series
“The DTK-120/240BK1 has the potential to protect countless homes from destructive electrical surges that might otherwise go unprotected,” added Gattis. “We are proud to lead the way with this innovative technology and believe it will be a game-changer for both homeowners and the industry.”
Founded more than 35 years ago, DITEK Surge Protection is a leader in the surge protection industry. Considered to be the gold standard, DITEK also has a strong history of innovation in surge protection. The family-owned business is repeatedly recognized as a top workplace in the Tampa Bay area.
The Growing Threat of Power Surges
The Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety estimates 60-80% of all surges originate from internal devices and systems. However, natural disasters amplify the threat by introducing external sources of surges.
Key impacts of natural disasters include frequent power outages (with most power surges occurring when power is restored), lightning strikes, and weakened infrastructure.
Why do you and/or your customers need surge protectors? Here’s our take on the growing threat of power surges and the importance of quality surge protection.
Equip Yourself with Confidence to Deliver Reliable Connectivity
Electricity use is on the rise with some sources projecting record rates for 2025. This shift will inevitably bring an increase in power surges, so it is vital to meet that rise with confidence in guarding against damage and downtime.
As you gear up for growth this year, consider the value of investing in a deeper understanding of surge protection. As a leader in surge protection solutions for over 30 years, DITEK is uniquely equipped to meet this demand through accredited in-person training and multi-level, online education courses. Explore our training options now to kickstart professional growth!
Surge Protection in the Most Demanding Environments
With industrial-strength surge protectors, AC power systems are effectively safeguarded against transient surges. DITEK’s D150X series provides discrete, all-mode protection for maximum performance. Available in a wide range of voltage configurations, the D150X is highly recommended for electrical panel surge protection.
Reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and improve customer satisfaction.
Surge Protection is a MUST for Electric Vehicle Owners
Chances are, you or someone you know is now driving an electric vehicle. It’s an exciting – but big – investment! And as soon as that vehicle is plugged in, guess what can happen?
That’s right – it’s prone to the dangers that all electronics face – including unexpected power surges and disruptions.
Discover five key reasons to make the proactive investment in surge protection, and then explore the necessary solutions here.
Don’t Buy Into the Hype of a EMP Protector!
Raise your hand if you’re hearing more and more about EMP protectors? Please don’t buy into the hype and don’t let your customers either!
Think about your microwave and the components that prevent the electromagnetic waves from releasing into the environment. It includes a Faraday cage, mesh screen, and additional rubber seals to keep the waves contained. To truly have an EMP protector on a home – you would need the same thing encompassing the entire property.
Unfortunately, we’re seeing a lot of misinformation out there about the ways to protect homes, vehicles, businesses, etc. What’s really needed is high-quality surge protection!
Share the microwave example with your customers to help them stay informed and understand the best safeguard for electronics and appliances is a surge protector.
Keep Your Equipment Running When it Matters Most
Whether industrial, commercial, or residential – protection and uptime are always important. DITEK’s Uninterruptible Power Supplies (UPS) use the latest technology to do just that, bridging short power surges or allowing for the proper amount of time to shut down equipment when needed.
Reduce downtime, extend equipment life, and improve customer satisfaction.
August 21, 2024 – The Bob & Joanne McIntyre Center is Unveiled at the Pinellas Education Foundation
At the official ribbon cutting event on August 21, 2024, the Bob & Joanne McIntyre Center at the Pinellas Education Foundation was officially presented to the community. The Center is named for DITEK’s beloved founder, Chairman of the Board, and former CEO, Bob McIntyre, and his late wife, Joanne McIntyre.
This is a testament to Bob and Joanne’s unwavering dedication and passion for education and community. Since 1995, Bob has served on the Pinellas Education Foundation’s Board of Directors, committing time and resources to support countless students and teachers in Pinellas County. Recently, Bob also established a $1 million endowment at the Foundation to honor Joanne, extending their impact on children in the community.
Inside the Center is “Enterprise Village,” and DITEK is one of several businesses that 5th grade students are introduced to for a day. 8th graders visit “Finance Park” which also exposes students real-life work environments, including DITEK.
We’re honored and so proud of the values Bob and Joanne instilled in all of us at DITEK, and we look forward to continuing their legacy, fostering a space where dreams and learning flourish.
Streamlining Design: Engineers Gain Instant Access to 3D CAD Models with DITEK’s New Online Tool
DITEK Surge Protection, a leader in surge protection solutions for over 30 years, has launched an online CAD configurator developed by CADENAS. This innovative tool provides on-demand product configuration and CAD downloads for DITEK’s comprehensive range of surge protective devices (SPDs). This new capability significantly enhances the online customer experience by enabling engineers and designers to instantly find, configure, and download product data for immediate use in their projects.”
2024 Tampa Bay Times Top Workplaces
The 2024 Tampa Bay Times Top Workplaces list with the top 100 companies in the area included DITEK Corporation for the 15th year in a row!
In partnership with Energage, the Times conducts research in the region and surveys local employers in a variety of industries. This year, more than 100,000 local employees participated in rating business, and over 200 companies were surveyed.
The recognition is a huge testament to each and every person at DITEK.
Wendy Gattis, DITEK CEO, says, “We have the most talented, dedicated and passionate team members, and we are so thankful for every one of them. Thanks for making DITEK a great place to work!”
January 2024 – March 2024
When DITEK was founded by Robert (Bob) McIntyre, he instilled the value of supporting the local community. Today, he’ll tell you, “That’s the thing about a business; find out where you can get involved and how much fun it can be.”
So far this year, we’ve volunteered or partnered with the Pinellas Education Foundation to sponsor the Evening of Excellence, as well as Pinellas County Schools to recognize the district’s top-performing academies. Youth Leadership Pinellas joined us at DITEK’s headquarters for a facility tour, surge protection demonstration, and a discussion about DITEK’s founding and values. And, we partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties for the CEO Build and an Executive Build Day.
Read more about each of these organizations, our partnership, and community impact here.
DITEK Corporation | Largo, FL
DITEK is proud to announce the launch of our digital training platform, DITEK University, in partnership with SecurityCEU.com and the CMOOR Group. DITEK University offers online, interactive training courses covering a variety of surge protection topics ranging from basic principles to best practice techniques for specific applications.
“DITEK has long been the industry leader in surge protection training,” said Mike Molinari, Director of Marketing at DITEK. “We have provided in-person instruction to tens of thousands of technicians, salespeople and project managers across many venues including auditoriums and one-on-one training sessions. We are so excited to now bring this experience and education to a broader audience when and where they need it.”
DITEK University’s first course, The Fundamentals of Surge Protection, is a 2-1/2 hour training course designed to provide attendees with an in depth understanding of surge protection. In this course, attendees will learn about the causes and effects of power surges, surge protection technology and how it works, installation techniques and more.
Additional microlearning courses available at DITEK University provide training on key surge protection topics in convenient five-to-ten-minute segments. Each microlearning module is application specific, allowing attendees to choose from the topics available and receive a high quality, directed education.
Future courses will be developed by DITEK in conjunction with SecurityCEU.com and the CMOOR Group. Attendees are encouraged to revisit DITEK University for more training opportunities, as well as approvals for continuing education accreditation for available eLearning courses.
For more information about DITEK University, please visit https://www.ditekuniversity.com or contact us at 800-753-2345.
Provides Fast and Easy Access to Product Data with Informative High-Value Content
Largo, FL (October 11, 2023) – DITEK, the leading provider of surge protection solutions, is excited to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website, now live at www.diteksurgeprotection.com. The new website is aimed at offering customers a seamless and user-friendly experience while browsing and selecting surge protection products.
The revamped website boasts a modern and intuitive design, ensuring that visitors can easily navigate through the comprehensive range of surge protection solutions that DITEK offers. The user-friendly interface has been meticulously crafted to enable customers to find the ideal surge protection product for their specific needs with ease.
One of the standout features of the new website is the innovative product selector tool. This tool is designed to simplify the surge protection selection process by guiding users through a series of questions tailored to their requirements. Based on the responses, the tool suggests the most suitable surge protection options, streamlining the decision-making process and ensuring customers make informed choices.
“We are thrilled to introduce our redesigned website, which reflects our commitment to providing the best possible user experience for our customers,” said Wendy Gattis, CEO at DITEK Surge Protection. “Navigating the world of surge protection can be complex, but our new website aims to make it effortless and straightforward. With the product selector tool and a wealth of information at their fingertips, customers can now confidently choose the surge protection solutions that best match their needs.”
In addition to the user-friendly navigation and the product selector tool, the website is rich with valuable information. Visitors can access in-depth product descriptions, technical specifications, educational articles and resources that shed light on surge protection best practices. This ensures that customers are well-informed and empowered to make purchasing decisions that align with their unique requirements.
DITEK’s dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction is evident in the redesigned website’s features, functionality and optimized responsiveness, making it easily accessible across various devices. The company remains committed to offering top-notch surge protection solutions that safeguard critical equipment, infrastructure and sensitive electronics from power surges and transient voltages.
For more information and to experience the enhanced user-friendly interface and the innovative product selector tool, visit www.diteksurgeprotection.com.
