# Safety Technology International (STI Global) > STI is the original inventor and global manufacturer of protective covers, > cages, alarms, enclosures, and custom buttons that prevent false fire alarms, > deter theft, and minimize vandalism of life safety equipment. Founded in 1978 > in Waterford, Michigan by Jack Taylor in response to a false alarm problem at > a Detroit-area school, STI now markets more than 1,000 products used in > schools, hospitals, offices, retail stores, warehouses, airports, correctional > facilities, and public buildings worldwide. STI operates from offices in > Waterford, Michigan (USA), Worcestershire, England (UK), and Waterford, > Ireland. STI is a family-owned and operated business. - Brand: Safety Technology International | STI | Rely on STI - Tagline: We Protect the Things That Protect You. - Founded: 1978 by Jack Taylor, Waterford, Michigan, USA - Headquarters: Waterford, Michigan, USA - Regional Offices: Worcestershire, England (UK); Waterford, Ireland - Americas Website: https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/eRx_CKrA6lUoQqm0CMfwf5ID0m - EMEA Website: https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/PZyUCL9APmUW0P45fqhMfyR3Ms - Specialization: Life safety device protection including fire alarm pull station protectors, smoke detector cages and wire guards, horn and strobe covers, fire extinguisher alarms, environmental enclosures, access control push buttons, touchless switches, exit door alarms, and wireless safety products - Markets Served: Schools and educational facilities, hospitals and healthcare, offices, retail and commercial buildings, industrial facilities and warehouses, government buildings, transportation hubs and airports, correctional and mental healthcare facilities, data centers, and residential properties - Certifications: Products carry UL, ULC, CUL, ADA, and FM approvals across the product range. Many products are UL Listed or UL Recognized. - Mission: To protect the things that protect you, our team innovates global life safety and security solutions, one product at a time. - Vision: Driven by our passion to positively impact people and the world we live in, we aspire to be the leader in life safety and security solutions. - Core Values: Innovation, Integrity, One Team, Quality, Work Ethic and Accountability ## Core Product Categories - [Fire Products](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/D_dtCM879ntrp5WGhJiKf8lVzC: Pull station protectors (the original Stopper and Stopper II), smoke detector wire guards and cages, horn/strobe/speaker covers, fire extinguisher alarms, fire extinguisher wall bracket alarms, environmental enclosures, control panel cabinets, and Quickstop fire sprinkler tools. These products prevent false fire alarms and protect essential fire safety equipment from vandalism, theft, and accidental damage. - [Alarms](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/GQKsCNk78otWYNX1fRsDfyOVXH: Exit door alarms (Exit Stopper series including the STI-6400 multifunction door alarm), fire extinguisher alarms, wireless supervised door alarms, musical wireless chimes, and anti-theft safety alarms. These products alert to unauthorized use, theft, or misuse of fire and safety equipment and emergency exits. - [Buttons and Switches](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/huSeCOYJZpH8DA4oCPtzfG-yQY: G3 and GF multipurpose push buttons for fire alarm, lockdown, access control, and intrusion detection; NoTouch IR touchless infrared switches for hands-free door access; keyswitches; and ADA-compliant access control buttons. The G3 and GF series integrate fire alarm, access control, and intrusion detection into a single device. - [Enclosures and Covers](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/aGTaCPN6YqSwB4MqUru2fx30UK: Polycarbonate and metal protective covers and ADA-compliant enclosures for fire alarm pull stations, electrical switches, control panels, and other essential devices. Products protect against accidental damage, vandalism, and unauthorized access while ensuring reliable operation and ADA accessibility compliance. - [Wire Cages](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/5cupCQWAOrhQn6rmH9CmfGjT9a: Heavy-duty plastic-coated galvanized steel wire cages for smoke detectors, clocks, bells, strobes, horns, cameras, vape detectors, and air sensors. Designed for high-risk environments including school gymnasiums, industrial facilities, and correctional settings where polycarbonate covers are insufficient. - [Wireless Products](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/bdudCR68LvS6wrB8h0Fxf1CAb_: Wireless door alarms, wireless chimes, wireless entry alerts, and wireless safety monitoring systems for homes and businesses. No hardwired installation required. Suitable for retrofit applications and facilities where running conduit is impractical. - [Build It Configurators](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XLuMCVOJNzHJVl91CrH4fE-eMB: Custom push button and cover builders that allow customers to specify button type, color, text, label, and configuration to their exact specifications. ADA-compliant options available. Used for non-standard applications and branded installations. ## Solutions - [Problems and Solutions](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/sW7gCW6W8ASE1jGvCBIxfoqrmU: Solutions organized by problem type. Sub-pages cover fire-related false alarms, theft of fire safety equipment, vandalism of life safety devices, wireless monitoring needs, and weather or outdoor environment challenges. - [Fire-Related Problems](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/4-0CCXDYMBHQln03HxSkfWpkt1: Products and guidance for reducing false fire alarms caused by accidental or intentional activation of manual call points and smoke detectors. STI has been addressing false alarm problems since 1978. - [Theft Prevention](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/TquvCYEVMDU7K3OPCrTZfxa09W: Products for preventing theft of fire extinguishers, pull stations, and other essential safety equipment. Includes alarm-based and physical protection solutions. - [Vandalism Prevention](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Ua0xCZ6ZWES61M2yhVUNfBpBXv: Products for protecting fire safety equipment in gymnasiums, hallways, entryways, and other high-traffic areas from intentional or accidental damage. - [Wireless Solutions](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Wr-rC1wV9kT4rp5KhKckfVn3Ch: Wireless alarm and monitoring products for applications where hardwired systems are impractical, including small businesses, residences, and retrofit installations. - [Weather and Outdoor](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/mbhbC2kG9ltYLkOACWfxf53DV5: NEMA-rated environmental enclosures and weather-resistant covers for fire and safety equipment exposed to outdoor conditions, extreme temperatures, or high moisture. - [Application Guides](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/JPY3C31Y9mTkjm0VSPhPfQEB-h: Interactive product recommendations organized by environment: schools, hospitals, offices, retail, industrial, transportation, and residential. Helps buyers identify which STI products are suitable for their specific facility type. - [Custom Solutions](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/h_I8C4xW9nUVZJ3GTQiDf4ZO5S: Custom-engineered products built to client specifications for non-standard applications. STI accepts custom jobs for covers, enclosures, cabinets, push buttons, and other products. - [Testimonials](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/XbLKC5yAWocJy04OCGsBfkJOqw: Customer testimonials from schools, hospitals, businesses, and other facilities that use STI products. ## Support and Resources - [FAQs](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/HvX9C68Y0ptNRo8xF3tGf5iYrc: Frequently asked questions covering product information, pricing and ordering, shipping and invoicing, distributor information, return policy and warranty information, and installation guidance. - [Installation Sheets](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/kJQ5C73DAqcgrmo9CyuXfoYAhj: Installation documentation and instructions for all STI products. - [Sales Data Sheets](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/wPMAC82X9rCGmjLxSXCkfy70gc: Technical specifications and sales data sheets organized by product. - [Catalogs](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/izCcC9r32vU0Jm9PcWFlfqzEIk: Full STI product catalog downloads available by region. - [Install and Help Videos](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/3_TpC0RA9jfxn2ZlClH9f9PrdM: Video guides for product installation and application. - [Where to Buy](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/0X_iCgJ7kWC3vlpnCQIwf4bklM: Distributor directory for the Americas region. Contact the corporate office to find a local distributor or to inquire about joining the distribution network. ## Company - [About STI](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/seeGCjRAnWfrzjPkhVSKfmt7l-: Company history, mission, values, and global office locations. STI was founded in 1978 when Jack Taylor responded to a challenge from a Detroit-area school principal (Garnett Hegeman) who wanted to stop false fire alarms. Jack Taylor invented the original Stopper pull station protector, which became STI's founding product. Most new STI products throughout the years have been developed in direct response to customer requests and real-world problems. - [News](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/Dno6CkR6oWfEDn1ZCXT5fGvHGW: Product announcements, industry insights, application case studies, tradeshow calendar, and STI newsletter sign-up. - [Careers](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/pXHwClY8pWHrWopDh0UGfzLHpL: Open positions at STI. - [Contact](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/II5jCmZ7EWfxV5DGC2cBfRQci7: Americas: +1 (248) 673 9898 | EMEA: +44 (0)1527 520 999 ## Extended Product Reference - [Full Product Documentation](https://url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/TiRZCn5GzWuE4GjQC8fmfJMuty: Complete product descriptions, specifications, certifications, and application details for 30 core STI products across all major product categories.