Who Are Progetti? The People Behind Life Saving Defibrillators

A cardiac arrest can happen without warning. One moment everything feels normal, and the next, your life depends on the actions of the people around you. In those critical first minutes, a defibrillator becomes more than a device. It becomes your lifeline.

Yet while many organisation’s focus on where to place a defibrillator or which features to choose, fewer consider the people and expertise behind the technology itself. The manufacturer plays a vital role in ensuring a device performs reliably when every second counts. This is where Progetti, the company behind trusted life saving defibrillators used across the world, becomes part of the story.

Why the Defibrillator Manufacturer Matters

When organisation’s choose a defibrillator, the focus often falls on price, features or appearance. However, one of the most important factors is often overlooked: who designs and manufactures the device.

In a cardiac emergency, reliability is everything. A defibrillator must analyse heart rhythm accurately, deliver treatment safely and guide rescuers clearly, often in highly stressful situations. These outcomes depend not only on the device itself but on the engineering, testing and medical expertise behind it.

When a defibrillator is needed, there is no second chance for equipment failure.

At Defib Supplies, we carefully select the manufacturers we work with to ensure every automated external defibrillator (AED) we provide meets high standards of safety, usability and long-term reliability.

Who Are Progetti? The Manufacturer Behind Progetti Defibrillators

Progetti is an Italian medical technology manufacturer specialising in emergency medical equipment and cardiovascular devices. Founded in Milan in 1991, the company has spent more than three decades developing technology designed to support healthcare professionals, first responders and members of the public during medical emergencies.

Over the years, Progetti has built an international presence, supplying medical equipment to organisations across more than 60 countries. Their expertise is rooted in continuous innovation, combining clinical research with practical usability to ensure devices perform effectively in real world situations.

Rather than focusing solely on technical advancement, Progetti’s development approach centers on a simple principle: technology should help people act confidently when every second matters. This philosophy has shaped the design of their defibrillators and contributed to their growing adoption in workplaces, community settings and public access locations worldwide.

The Mission Behind Modern AED Technology

At the heart of Progetti’s work is a commitment to improving emergency response and increasing access to early defibrillation.

Sudden cardiac arrest can affect anyone, anywhere. Many incidents occur outside hospitals, meaning survival often depends on the actions of nearby bystanders. For this reason, Progetti designs defibrillators that are not only clinically accurate but also simple enough for untrained responders to use.

This mission closely aligns with the values of Defib Supplies. Both organisations share a focus on:

• improving community access to defibrillators
• supporting public education around CPR and AED use
• building confidence for people who may never have used a defibrillator before

By combining manufacturer innovation with distributor education and support, more communities can respond quickly and effectively during cardiac emergencies.

From Engineering to Emergency Use: How Progetti Designs AEDs

Behind every automated external defibrillator is a detailed process of research, testing and refinement. Progetti’s development journey reflects how medical engineering translates into real world life saving support.

Innovation Timeline

• 1991– Progetti founded in Italy with a focus on cardiovascular technology
• 1998– International quality certifications achieved for medical device manufacturing
• 2005– Development of Progetti’s first biphasic defibrillator technology
• 2011– Launch of the Rescue SAM automated external defibrillator
• 2015– UK partnership established with Intermedical UK Ltd
• Today– Devices used in over 60 countries worldwide

Every stage of development focuses on usability during high pressure situations. In an emergency, rescuers may experience stress, panic or uncertainty. Clear voice prompts, automatic heart rhythm analysis and guided rescue instructions help reduce hesitation and support confident action.

These features are not simply technical specifications. They are designed to help ordinary people deliver extraordinary help when it matters most.

Why Manufacturing Quality Matters in a Cardiac Emergency

A defibrillator may remain unused for years, mounted on a wall or stored in a cabinet. Yet in one critical moment, everything depends on it working perfectly.

During sudden cardiac arrest, the heart enters a dangerous rhythm that prevents effective blood circulation. A defibrillator must quickly and accurately assess whether a shock is required and deliver treatment safely.

According to the Resuscitation Council UK, fewer than 1 in 10 people survive an out of hospital cardiac arrest. However, early CPR and defibrillation can more than double survival chances when delivered quickly.

This is why manufacturing quality matters. Reliable AEDs require:

• precise rhythm analysis technology
• durable internal components
• consistent battery performance
• dependable operation after long periods on standby

High manufacturing standards help ensure the device performs exactly as expected when time is critical.

What Is a Defibrillator and Why is it Important?

A defibrillator, also known as an automated external defibrillator (AED), is a medical device designed to analyse heart rhythm and deliver a controlled electric shock during sudden cardiac arrest. Early defibrillation, combined with CPR, significantly increases survival chances by restoring a normal heart rhythm before emergency services arrive.

Progetti and the Rescue SAM Range

One of Progetti’s most recognised innovations is the Rescue SAM defibrillator range, designed specifically for public access and workplace environments. The Rescue SAM range represents one of the most recognised Progetti defibrillators, designed for accessible emergency response.

Rescue SAM devices are built to support both trained and untrained responders through clear voice guidance and straightforward operation. Their simplicity makes them suitable for:

• workplaces and offices
• schools and educational settings
• sports facilities
• community buildings
• public access defibrillator locations

Across the UK, Rescue SAM defibrillators have been installed in thousands of locations, helping organisations improve emergency preparedness.

Real world impact demonstrates the importance of accessible AEDs. At Addington Golf Club, a Rescue SAM defibrillator was used to save two lives within just a few years, highlighting how reliable equipment can make a lasting difference in communities.

As awareness grows, adoption of defibrillators in the workplace and public spaces continues to increase throughout the UK.

Building on years of real-world deployment and continuous development, Progetti has introduced the Rescue SAM 4.0, the latest evolution in the Rescue SAM defibrillator range. Designed to further support rescuers during high pressure situations, the device reflects ongoing improvements shaped by clinical standards and user feedback.

The Rescue SAM 4.0 maintains the simplicity that makes automated external defibrillators accessible to non-medical responders, while introducing updated technology to enhance usability, reliability and long-term performance.

As demand for public access defibrillators continues to grow across the UK, innovations like the Rescue SAM 4.0 help make life saving equipment more accessible and easier to use than ever before.

The Latest Rescue SAM Model: Rescue SAM 4.0 Features

As the latest model in the Progetti Rescue SAM defibrillator range, the Rescue SAM 4.0 builds on years of trusted real world performance with enhanced features designed for faster, simpler emergency response.

Created for workplaces, gyms, schools and public access defibrillator locations, the Rescue SAM 4.0 combines reliable Progetti engineering with practical usability improvements that support rescuers during high pressure situations.

Key Rescue SAM 4.0 features include:

• Under 4 second shock delivery time from heart rhythm analysis, helping reduce hands off chest time during CPR
• Universal adult and paediatric pads with a built in child mode switch, removing the need for separate pad purchases
• IP55 rating for protection against dust and water, ideal for gyms, sports clubs, warehouses and demanding workplace environments
• Built in carry handle for fast and easy transportation to the casualty
• Supplied wall bracket for simple internal wall mounting without the need for an internal cabinet
• Clear voice prompts to guide trained and untrained responders through the rescue process
• Simple button layout for quick use under pressure
• Long standby life and dependable battery performance for reliable readiness
• Highly visible design and accessible controls to support confident use in public emergencies
• Suitable as a workplace defibrillator, gym defibrillator, school AED and community defibrillator

As the newest evolution of the Rescue SAM family, the Rescue SAM 4.0 reflects Progetti’s continued focus on improving AED speed, accessibility and reliability for real world cardiac emergencies.

Why Defib Supplies Works With Progetti

Supplier partnerships at Defib Supplies are never chosen lightly. Every manufacturer we work with must demonstrate reliability, quality and a shared commitment to improving cardiac arrest survival.

Progetti aligns closely with our approach through:

• a strong focus on accessibility and usability
• proven engineering standards
• ongoing innovation in emergency medical technology
• long term product support

As a specialist AED supplier in the UK, Defib Supplies works closely with manufacturers whose products we trust to perform when it matters most. Our role extends beyond being just another AED supplier. We support organisations from device selection through installation, registration and ongoing guidance.

Advancing Public Access Defibrillation in the UK

Public access defibrillation has grown significantly across the UK in recent years. Increased awareness campaigns, charity partnerships and community initiatives are helping place life saving equipment in more accessible locations.

Manufacturers, suppliers and communities all play a role in improving survival outcomes. Together they support:

• Heart Safe location initiatives
• Charity led defibrillator placements
• Education campaigns promoting CPR awareness
• Wider availability of AEDs in public spaces

When defibrillators are visible, accessible and easy to use, bystanders are more likely to act quickly during emergencies. Collaboration across the industry helps turn awareness into real world preparedness.

Supporting Life Saving Decisions

Choosing a defibrillator means placing trust not only in the device itself but also in the people behind its design and manufacture.

Progetti’s continued innovation has helped shape modern defibrillator technology, making emergency response more accessible and more effective worldwide. Through trusted partnerships, Defib Supplies helps bring these lifesaving solutions to workplaces, communities and organisations across the UK.

If you would like to learn more about automated external defibrillators or explore suitable options for your organisation, our team is here to help you every step of the way.

You can explore our defibrillators online, contact us on 01732400103 or email at sa***@**************co.uk

Whether you are looking to install your first device or expand an existing heart safe location, our team is here to help you make an informed decision.