Progressive Industries Shorepower Accessories

Progressive Industries Shorepower Accessories: Engineering RV Electrical Safety

When you plug your RV into a campground pedestal, you're trusting an unknown electrical system with thousands of dollars in appliances, electronics, and comfort equipment. Progressive Industries was built to eliminate that risk. Shorepower accessories from this brand represent some of the most comprehensive electrical protection available for recreational vehicles — designed by RV owners, for RV owners.

A Brand Born From Real-World Experience

Progressive Industries was created in 1998 by RV owners who know exactly what their clients need, and the company is based in Apex, North Carolina. That founding philosophy shows in every product: rather than generic electrical hardware, the company's engineers build outstanding smart surge protectors, hardwired and portable Electrical Management Systems (EMS) with available remote digital switches and displays, and all of the needed electrical adapters, connectors, plugs, and other accessories.

What Sets Progressive Industries EMS Apart

Not all shorepower protection is created equal. Basic surge protectors only block voltage spikes, but Progressive Industries EMS units guard against low voltage, high voltage, open neutral, open ground, reverse polarity, and AC frequency faults at the pedestal — and the full EMS line shuts off power to your RV when any unsafe condition is detected, then reconnects automatically once the fault clears.

Both portable and hardwired configurations are available. Hardwired models install inside the RV's power compartment and cannot be stolen or forgotten at a campsite, and they also let you read fault codes from an interior display. Portable units like the EMS-PT30X and EMS-PT50X are built for flexibility without sacrificing protection. They are weather resistant and engineered for outdoor use, feature a security locking bracket, and are housed in tough Lexan® material for added durability.

Intelligent Monitoring Built In

Every Progressive Industries EMS unit keeps you informed at a glance. Each unit includes a digital display scrolling continuously through the power source information: voltages, current, frequency, error code, and previous error code if applicable. Protection features include over/under voltage protection, open ground, open neutral and reverse polarity detection, accidental 240V protection, miswired pedestal indication, A/C frequency protection, and an adjustable time delay.

Smart Surge Protectors (SSP) for Simpler Needs

For RVers who want a more streamlined solution, Progressive Industries Smart Surge Protectors (SSP) are portable RV surge protectors with the added benefit of a built-in polarity tester. These are ideal for occasional campers or as a backup unit when a full EMS isn't required.

Backed by a Lifetime Warranty

Confidence in engineering shows in the warranty. Progressive Industries backs the EMS-PT and EMS-HW series with a lifetime warranty when registered, while the SSP surge-only line carries a 3-year warranty. Replacement parts are simply plug-and-play, making repairs quick and easy. That combination of robust protection and long-term serviceability makes Progressive Industries a trusted name among serious RV travelers.

Whether you need a portable EMS for a weekend trip or a permanently hardwired system for full-time RV living, explore the full lineup of Progressive Industries shorepower accessories to find the right level of protection for your rig.