Purcell Systems

About Purcell Systems

Purcell Systems, Inc. designs and manufactures thermally managed, modular outdoor enclosures for electronic equipment. The company provides system-level solutions tailored for various sectors, including telecommunications, cable/MSO, utilities, transportation, and the U.S. military. Its product offerings are designed to protect sensitive electronics from environmental hazards, featuring options for battery backup, power distribution, thermal management, and fiber optic cable organization.

The company was founded in 2000 by Pete Chase, William Miller, and George Thompson. In 2004, it received a significant investment of $16.6 million from private equity firm Weston Presidio, which then became the majority shareholder. All three founders eventually departed the company prior to its acquisition. A notable milestone occurred on October 8, 2013, when Purcell Systems was acquired by EnerSys, the world's largest industrial battery manufacturer, for $115 million. Following the acquisition, Purcell Systems continued to operate as an independent subsidiary, retaining its brand and Spokane Valley operations for a time. However, in November 2023, parent company EnerSys announced the planned closure of the Spokane Valley plant and the relocation of production to other facilities.

Purcell Systems' business model focused on providing configurable and customizable enclosure solutions that offered clients savings in time, labor, and operational expenses compared to traditional prefabricated shelters. The product lines, such as FlexSure® and SiteFlex®, used pre-engineered, interchangeable components to adapt to specific customer equipment, power, and thermal needs. The company served a global customer base and had an international counterpart in Stockholm, Sweden.