1. Tyco International (Now part of Johnson Controls)
Tyco International Ltd. was a large multinational conglomerate that focused on security systems, fire protection, and flow control products. It was based in Ireland but operated globally. Here are some key points:
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Founded: 1960 by Arthur J. Rosenburg
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Headquarters: Originally in the U.S., later in Switzerland and then Ireland
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Industries: Fire protection, security, industrial valves and controls
Major Divisions:
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Tyco Fire & Security
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Tyco Electronics (spun off and became TE Connectivity)
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Tyco Healthcare (spun off and became Covidien, later acquired by Medtronic)
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Tyco Flow Control (spun off as Pentair)
Merger: In 2016, Tyco merged with Johnson Controls, a global leader in building systems and energy solutions. The merged company retained the Johnson Controls name and created a leading fire and security product provider.