Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services is a combination system of nearly nine-hundred career and volunteer providers operating from thirteen stations across the County. They are responsible for the administration of the affairs for the county in fire suppression and prevention, fire training, arson investigation, rescue services and emergency medical services.

IDEX is organised in three business segments: Fluid & metering technologies, health & science, and Fire & Safety. The company's fire & safety business segment features well-known branded products like the Jaws of Life® and BAND-IT, FSD as well as supports a wide array of industries and applications found in everyday life.

IHS is the leading source of information, insight and analytics in critical areas that shape today’s business landscape. Businesses and governments in more than 165 countries around the globe rely on the comprehensive content, expert independent analysis and flexible delivery methods of IHS to make high-impact decisions and develop strategies with speed and confidence.

Integrated Systems Technology is a fire alarm company dedicated to safeguarding lives and property through innovative fire protection solutions. With a steadfast commitment to excellence, they specialize in designing, installing, and maintaining cutting-edge fire alarm systems that comply with the highest industry standards.

Founded in 1990 by Massachusetts Institute of Technology roboticists, iRobot designs and builds some of the world’s most important robots. iRobot Defense & Security systems have been integrated into emergency services teams to enable rapid response and real-time detection and identification of Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear (CBRN) and HazMat materials.