Since
1997
1997
Interactive Technologies has focused on one simple idea: technology should make products easier to use, not more complicated.
Throughout our history, we have adopted emerging technologies long before they became commonplace—from wireless control systems and mobile applications to intelligent switching, connected vehicle systems, and modern graphical interfaces. But technology alone has never been the goal.
Interactive Technologies has spent nearly three decades identifying emerging technologies and applying them to solve real-world problems before the rest of the industry catches up.
Innovation is not a department
at Interactive Technologies. It is the foundation on which the company was built.
Our objective is to use the best available technology to create products that deliver capabilities, reliability, and user experiences that would otherwise be impossible. Whether the solution involves wireless communication, embedded software, advanced electronics, or entirely new approaches to human-machine interaction, we focus on building products that feel intuitive while performing flawlessly in demanding real-world environments.
1997
Interactive Technologies founded by Rob Dorrell.
1998
Aquamatic Boat Lift product line introduced.
1999
Hatch-It product launched.
2000
Developed one of the industry's first waterproof wireless remote controls.
2000
Introduced the first wireless hydraulic swim platform controller for Southeast Marine Products.
2005
Released Horn-It, the first steering wheel-mounted horn control switch.
2005
Developed the first wireless Cablemaster control system for Glendinning Marine.
2006
Designed the industry's first wireless trim tab controller with visual position feedback for Lectrotab.
2006
Developed the first wireless windlass control system for Lewmar.
2007
Introduced the first steering wheel stereo control system for Regal Boats.
2007
Developed the first floating waterproof spa remote control for Dynasty Spas..
2008
Designed the marine industry's first wireless two-way display remote for Alpine.
2009
Introduced the first RF wireless stereo remote platform, later adopted by Clarion, Kenwood, Jensen, Alpine, JVC, Sony, Fusion, and JL Audio.
2009
Released the company's first iPhone application.
2009
Entered the RV market with the launch of the iQ16 control platform.
2012
Began partnership with AccuAir to develop advanced vehicle control solutions.
2012
Launched the N3RD Kickstarter campaign, which became the largest Kickstarter project in Kansas history at the time.
2014
LiteWave lighting control platform released.
2015
Entered the agricultural market with an intelligent grain trailer control system.
2019
Released iQ Relay, a smart automotive relay platform.
2021
Introduced a marine proximity push-to-start system.
2025
Launched iCandy, a next-generation marine user interface platform.
2026
Pi Switch enters production, bringing programmable smart switching to the marine industry.
2026
Established a strategic partnership with E&P Marine.
