Autronica Fire and Security (AFS) is an international company, headquartered in Trondheim, one of the largest cities in Norway. The company is owned by United Technologies Corporation (UTC) and employs more than 319 persons with experience in developing, manufacturing and marketing of fire safety equipment. Total turnover is approximately NOK 500 mill. Our philosophyThe company's strategy and philosophy is plainly manifested in the business idea: Protecting life, environment and property. Business idea"Autronica Fire and Security protects life, environment and property by satisfying our customers' need for detection, notification and suppression of fires." Vision"We shall contribute to ensuring physical safety, reducing unnecessary risks from fire and related dangers, by constantly seeking better and safer solutions."

Dräger is an international leader in the fields of medical and safety technology. The family-owned company was founded in Lübeck, Germany, in 1889. Over the past five generations, Dräger has evolved into a publicly traded, worldwide group. The company's long-term success is based on the four key strengths of its value-driven culture: customer intimacy, professional employees, continuous innovation and a commitment to outstanding quality. "Technology for Life" is the guiding philosophy. Whether in clinical applications, industry, mining or fire and emergency services, Dräger products protect, support and save lives. The safety division offers customers products and services for an integrated hazard management, especially for personal and facility protection. The current portfolio comprises stationary and mobile gas detection systems, respiratory protection equipment, fire training systems, professional diving equipment as well as alcohol and drug detection units. The current product range of the medical division includes anesthesia workstations, ventilators for emergency, critical and home care as well as warming therapy for premature infants. Patient monitoring, IT solutions, accessories and consumables, ceiling supply units, light systems and central supply systems for medical gases complete the portfolio. Dräger has about 10,000 employees worldwide and is currently present in more than 190 countries. The company has sales and service subsidiaries in over 40 countries. Its development and production facilities are based in Germany, Great Britain, Sweden, the Netherlands, South Africa, the USA and China.

Kidde Commercial is the new face of Carrier Fire & Security, incorporating the Aritech, Kidde, Kilsen and Ziton brands. These brands have over 150 years of heritage and experience, which provides a very strong foundation for the future. We provide exceptional Fire & Life Safety Solutions ideally suited for small- to mid-sized applications, but even expandable to large systems. Our innovative, best-in-class product offerings are backed by a partnership that provides an unmatched combination of deep industry knowledge, consultative problem solving and a broad, well-trained network.