Rockford Systems and Steptron Join Forces to Advance LOTO Safety

Rockford, IL, October 1, 2025 – This strategic acquisition combines Steptron’s deep field expertise in machine-specific, visually engineered LOTO solutions with Rockford Systems’ RS LOTO software and comprehensive safety portfolio. Together, the companies will deliver the industry’s most complete, end-to-end LOTO offering-spanning onsite assessments, custom visual aids, machine-specific procedure management, training, and risk reduction support.

“We’re excited to welcome Steptron to the Rockford Systems family,” said Matt Brenner, President of Rockford Systems, LLC. “For over 20 years, Steptron has set the standard in machine-specific, visually engineered Lockout/Tagout solutions. Their role as a trusted third-party LOTO advisor perfectly complements our RS LOTO software platform. Together, we’re offering customers a complete, end-to-end solution that aligns with regulations, enhances safety, and reduces operational risk.”

Through this acquisition, Rockford Systems envisions extending the benefits of its RS LOTO platform-a mobile-enabled, cloud-based system for managing LOTO procedures, tracking inspections, and supporting OSHA compliance-to Steptron customers over time. As the two companies’ systems align, the goal is to deliver enhanced digital capabilities, including real-time access to procedures and compliance data from virtually anywhere. The platform also enables users to perform lockout and periodic inspections digitally through its app-based system, streamlining compliance and documentation.

“Rockford Systems shares our mission of making safety user-friendly, compliant, and sustainable for every customer,” said Chelsea Lenz, President of Steptron Technologies. “By combining our visual engineering expertise with their advanced RS LOTO software and field services, we’re giving safety professionals the tools they need to simplify compliance, sustain risk reduction, and protect their teams for years to come.”

Customers of both organizations will gain access to:

  • Industry-leading field services and visual LOTO procedure development
  • Advanced mobile machine-specific procedure tracking (RS LOTO software)
  • Customized visual aids manufactured in-house
  • Training, workshops, and expert risk reduction consulting
  • Turnkey implementation and field service support

“Together, Rockford Systems and Steptron deliver a comprehensive solution that reduces complexity for Lockout/Tagout safety professionals,” added Brenner. “We’re proud to offer a seamless blend of visual clarity and digital control that promotes safety, reduces risk, and protects workers.”

About Rockford Systems, LLC

Rockford Systems, LLC is a trusted provider of workplace safety solutions, helping organizations protect their employees through expert-engineered systems and services. With a comprehensive portfolio that includes machine safeguarding, combustion safety, and lockout/tagout (LOTO) solutions, Rockford Systems delivers assessments, customized hardware, cloud-based software, training, and compliance support across a wide range of industries. For over 50 years, the company has partnered with manufacturers and processors to reduce risk, improve safety outcomes, and meet regulatory requirements. Learn more at www.rockfordsystems.com.

About Steptron Technologies, Inc.

Steptron Technologies, Inc. is a leading provider of machine-specific Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) solutions, delivering safety compliance programs to organizations across manufacturing, distribution, healthcare, hospitality, and more. With over 500,000 visual aids deployed worldwide, Steptron brings deep industry expertise, a hands-on field approach, and in-house manufacturing to streamline the development of compliant, customized LOTO procedures. Acting as a “Third Party Lockout/Tagout Advisor,” Steptron simplifies LOTO implementation so customers can stay focused on daily operations while reducing risk and improving workplace safety.

To learn more about Lockout/Tagout solutions, RS LOTO software, or Rockford Systems’ full portfolio of safety offerings, visit www.rockfordsystems.com.

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