# PRC-Saltillo

> PRC-Saltillo develops augmentative and alternative communication devices, apps and vocabulary systems for people with complex communication needs. Its employee-owned business combines speech technology with access accessories, clinical guidance, training, repair support and insurance funding assistance.

- **Founded:** 1966
- **Headquarters:** Wooster, United States
- **Founders:** Edwin Prentke (PRC co-founder; engineer), Barry Romich (PRC co-founder; engineer), Dave Hershberger (Saltillo founder; CEO at the 2019 merger)
- **Products:** Accent, NovaChat, Via Pro, TouchChat, LAMP Words for Life
- **Notable:** 100% employee ownership since 2008., ISO 9001 certification first received in March 2006., ACHC accreditation awarded in May 2009.

## Products & services

- **Accent** — Windows speech-generating devices with touch, switch, head-tracking and eye-tracking access options.
- **NovaChat** — Android speech-generating devices with customizable vocabularies and protective wraps.
- **Via Pro** — iOS speech-generating device supporting AAC apps.
- **TouchChat** — Customizable AAC app with WordPower and other vocabulary options.
- **LAMP Words for Life** — AAC app using consistent motor patterns and Minspeak vocabulary.
- **Unity** — Minspeak-based language system with predictable symbol sequences.
- **AeroSwitch** — Bluetooth-enabled switch accessory.
- **Genesis 13 and 16** — Windows speech-generating devices announced with partner display, dual batteries and multiple access options.
- **AAC Coaching** — Family, professional and custom-team programs led by ASHA-certified speech-language pathologists.
- **Funding assistance** — Help navigating insurance-funded speech-generating device purchases.

## Achievements

- 100% employee ownership since 2008.
- ISO 9001 certification first received in March 2006.
- ACHC accreditation awarded in May 2009.
- Marked 60 years of PRC history in 2026.

## Latest updates

- **2026-09** — Genesis 13 and 16 announced September 13; U.S. trial and purchased devices scheduled to ship in October.
- **2026-09** — Empower 1.33 introduces Modern Minspeak symbols and Unity 144.
- **2026-09** — Vocabulary converter announced for compatible custom files using Empower 1.33 and NuVoice 2.43.
- **2026-04** — Company celebrates its 60th anniversary.

## Links

- Website: https://prc-saltillo.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/prc-saltillo
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/PrentkeRomich
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@prc-saltillo
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prcsaltillo
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/prcsaltillocorp

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Last updated: 2026-10-01