... Updates: * Acquired Raychem Corporation in August 1999, broadening its product portfolio to include heat shrink products, circuit protection devices, heat transfer materials and sealing gels. * Acquired Elcon Products in September 1999, expanding its connector offerings to include high-current hot-plug connectors for computer applications. * Acquired Siemens Electromechanical Components GmbH & Co. KG in November 1999. The acquisition added relays, sensors, hybrid circuits and micro-modules to its roster, and complements its extensive passive and active component lines. The Siemens EC products find use in the rapidly expanding communications and automotive markets. Fire & Security: * Installation, maintenance and continuous monitoring of electronic security systems for commercial and residential applications. * Comprehensive fire protection, detection, suppression and alarm systems, automatic fire sprinkler products, and special hazards equipment. * Industrial and portable fire extinguishers, extinguishing agents, fire hydrants, firefighting and life-safety apparatus. * Design, installation, inspection, maintenance and services for electrical, mechanical and marine applications. Major Markets: Leading global supplier ...

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