🔥 The Power of Choice: Non-Proprietary Fire Alarm System Options to Consider

Partnering with Potter to Deliver Freedom, Flexibility, and Long-Term Value

When it comes to life-safety systems, every second counts—and every decision matters. Your fire alarm system is one of the most critical investments you can make in protecting people, property, and operations. At Datalinx Technology Solutions, we believe that protecting your building should never mean giving up control of it. That’s why we proudly partner with Potter Electric Signal Company, a U.S.-based manufacturer that leads the industry in non-proprietary, open-architecture fire alarm systems. This partnership allows us to deliver systems that not only meet NFPA and local AHJ requirements but also give owners and operators true freedom of choice over how their systems are maintained and expanded.

A non-proprietary fire alarm system is designed with open protocols—meaning most qualified life-safety professional can service, program, or modify it. With a non-proprietary platform, you’re free to choose your service provider, manage costs more effectively, and keep your facility compliant without being tied to a single source for every adjustment or repair. For Datalinx clients, this flexibility translates into long-term value. Many of our customers operate multi-building campuses, educational facilities, and industrial environments where downtime or service delays simply aren’t acceptable.

By implementing Potter’s IPA and AFC series fire panels, Datalinx ensures that these systems remain both scalable and service-friendly. Our NICET-certified team work directly with facility teams to design, install, and maintain systems that provide the reliability and transparency needed for mission-critical environments.

Beyond the initial installation, the advantages of Potter’s open architecture continue to add value over time. Replacement parts and devices are widely available and competitively priced, minimizing repair costs and supply chain delays. The programming interfaces are user-friendly, allowing for remote diagnostics and simplified day-to-day management. And because the systems are non-proprietary, integrating them with other building technologies—such as access control, video management, or intrusion detection—is seamless. This creates a unified safety ecosystem that not only protects but also streamlines operations.

At Datalinx, we view integration as more than a feature—it’s a philosophy. By unifying fire alarm systems with other facility technologies, we help our clients achieve better situational awareness, faster emergency response, and greater operational efficiency. In short, non-proprietary systems empower organizations to take ownership of their infrastructure instead of being owned by it.

Choosing an open, flexible solution like Potter is ultimately about trust and transparency. It means your fire alarm system is designed to serve you—not the manufacturer. It means you can adapt and grow without being forced into costly, exclusive service agreements. And it means your investment continues to work for you long after installation day.

With Datalinx and Potter, you’re not just installing a fire alarm system—you’re building a foundation for long-term safety, flexibility, and peace of mind. Because when technology is open, your possibilities are too.

We connect you to greatness. Learn more at datalinxnm.com