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About DES

Celebrating 50 Years of Technology!

For a half-century, DES has been on the forefront of connecting Western Pennsylvania and the Tri-State region with telecommunications and technology. From protecting critical infrastructure to bridging the digital divide and enabling smart building integrations, DES is ready to power the needs of tomorrow's enterprise.   

DES is the Preferred Technology Provider of the Pittsburgh Steelers.  

The DES Difference

 

Deep Pittsburgh Roots. DES has strong ties to the local community and has provided technology solutions to Pittsburgh landmarks since 1973, including our world-class medical facilities, educational institutions and sporting venues. 

An Innovation Mindset. Wherever technology travels, DES leads the way. DES merges technology with deep analytics and supports business in solving the most complex problems, unifying smart spaces, IoT, data and AI. 

In-House Departments. Our long-tenured workforce is divided into specialized departments covering cabling, networking, security, voice, lighting and audiovisual systems and AI. We are your end-to-end technology partner. 

 

Singular Customer Support. When technology meets a hurdle, we won’t stop until we get it diagnosed, fixed and fully operational. We are fully committed to our clients. Your goals are our business. 

 

DES History & Values

Founded by Bob Dagostino in 1973, DES is continuously inspired by Bob's vision. A Pittsburgh native, BobD - as we like to call him - is guided by his Pittsburgh values. Down-to-earth while striving for excellence and valuing innovation. DES prides itself on its signature attention to detail, extending from ideation to installation and post-job support. Our industry specialists, engineers and project managers have worked locally and nationally in the education, healthcare, government and commercial sectors.

DES is a proud member of:

AIA • BICSI • BOMA •  IEEE • IEE • IBEW • NECA

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PEOPLE

Our People Making Connections

Building Strategies: How to Combine Sustainability & Technology to Reduce Facility Overheads

A leadership discussion at Acrisure Stadium.

"I Turned My Height Into Data!"

DES' immersive STEM experience at PPG Paints Arena.

Green Light to Green Investments: DES Panel at AIA Build Pittsburgh

How can you be assured of intended outcomes when embarking on green building investments?

DES Featured in BreakingGround Magazine

As technology evolved over the last four decades, so has Pittsburgh... and DES. But one fact has remained constant: DES has consistently focused on how to infuse technology into businesses to improve their business outcomes.

Designing for Technology Seminar at Heinz Field

Over thirty architects, engineers, spec writers, facility directors and project managers gathered in the Press Box Dining Room in Heinz Field for a Continuing Education morning.

We're All in the Same Boat!

After a two-year hiatus, the DES Annual Party is back! Over 75 guests cruised up and down the Ohio and Allegheny Rivers on the Gateway Clipper.

NEWS
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Meet Des Tronic - The DES Whizkid

Des Tronic is part-whizkid, part-mascot, part animated-robot. He knows the ins-and-outs of every part of our company and loves sharing his knowledge with you! Check out his videos here and around the site.

Des Tronic introduces you to Dagostino Electronic Services: Who are we and what do we do?

Des Tronic introduces you to Dagostino Electronic Services: Who are we and what do we do?
Des Tronic introduces you to Dagostino Electronic Services: Who are we and what do we do?

Des Tronic introduces you to Dagostino Electronic Services: Who are we and what do we do?

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Des Tronic Showcases Our Security Department

Des Tronic Showcases Our Security Department

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Des Tronic Juggles Work, Pets, Soccer Balls and Baby

Des Tronic Juggles Work, Pets, Soccer Balls and Baby

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