UTC Fire & Security

UTC Fire & Security employs more than 52,000 people in nearly 30 countries. UTC entered the fire and security industry in July 2003 with the acquisition of Chubb and expanded this presence in April 2005 with the acquisition of Kidde, when the business unit was renamed UTC Fire & Security.

UTC Fire & Security provides products and services under Chubb and Kidde’s various brands. In Security the business provides integration, installation, monitoring and service of intruder alarms, access control and video surveillance systems. It also provides alarm response and security personnel services as well as cash logistics and some physical security in market niches.

In Fire Safety, UTC Fire & Security manufactures various fire detection, suppression and fire fighting products. It also provides the integration, installation and service of fire detection and fixed suppression systems in addition to the manufacture and service of portable fire extinguishers.