Owings Mills, Maryland, Mar. 17, 2025 — TIPCO Technologies (TIPCO) proudly announces their new partnership with Potter Associates, expanding their footprint to 38 locations across 16 states. This strategic partnership represents a significant milestone in TIPCO’s commitment to enhancing service capabilities and product offerings for our customers. With a shared vision on people, partnerships, and innovations, Potter Associates will continue under the leadership of Steffen Potter.
Founded in 1964 by M. Bruce Potter, a long-time Garlock Packing employee. Potter Associates has built a
strong reputation for exceptional customer service and responsiveness. With their main operations based in Rochester, New York, Potter Associates excels in a variety of capabilities including hydraulics, bonded seals, o-rings, gaskets, brake linings, stainless tubing fittings, valves, and sheet materials. Their comprehensive offerings enables them to address diverse industrial needs.
Steffen Potter, President of Potter Associates, shares his enthusiasm by stating, “We are excited to become
part of the TIPCO family. This strategic alignment will allow us to reach new markets and expand our
product offerings beyond what we could traditionally offer to our customers. As a family-owned business
for 60 years, we truly believe this is the right path for the future of Potter.”
Rob Lyons, CEO of Commercial Business at TIPCO Technologies, welcomes Potter Associates to the TIPCO
family by stating, “TIPCO Technologies is thrilled to welcome third-generation owners Steffen and Kim,
along with the entire Potter team, to our growing family of people and partnerships! We are excited to build on Potter’s rich legacy of world-class sealing products and sanitary solutions throughout upstate New York. Together, we look forward to driving innovation, delivering exceptional service, and expanding
opportunities for our customers.
This partnership will fuel TIPCO’s growth and innovation while reinforcing our commitment to providing the best possible solutions to our customers.
Contact
Rob Lyons – [email protected]
Brad Marshall – [email protected]
Steffen Potter – [email protected]
