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2008 Press Archive Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul July UTC Fire & Security Completes Divestment of Australian Guarding Business UTC Fire & Security has completed the sale of its Australian guarding and mobile patrols business including Chubb Security Personnel Pty Ltd, Chubb Mobile Services Pty Ltd and MSS Security Group Pty Ltd More UTC Fire & Security Marks Fifth Anniversary FARMINGTON, Conn., July 28, 2008 - UTC Fire & Security, a fast growing global provider of fire and security products and services, celebrated its fifth anniversary this month. Since 2004, the company has doubled revenues, more than tripled profits and increased investment in research and development by nearly 50%. More Smooth Sailing for Seletar Shipping with Chubb LONDON, July 10, 2008 - Seletar Shipping Limited, a Scotland based ships agency and freight logistics provider, is working with Chubb to secure a number of the company’s prestigious waterside buildings at Aberdeen’s Waterloo Quay. More Chubb Launches Next Generation in Video Security Surveillance SYDNEY, July 10, 2008 – A new modular video surveillance and storage system from Chubb is providing organizations with the security tools they need to more easily and affordably detect, capture, and record criminal activity. The advanced system, known as NVe, offers customers superior image quality, the ability to easily search recorded data and improved remote access. More Chubb Sécurité Protects New Hospital in France PARIS, July 8, 2008 - Chubb Sécurité recently completed a four-year project to equip the North Hospital of Marseille, France with a comprehensive fire detection and alarm system. Chubb Sécurité is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More Chubb Security Meets Royal Approval at Barton Grange LONDON, July 7, 2008 - A sophisticated security solution for the new Barton Grange Garden Centre has been installed by Chubb Security as part of a major multi-million pound development program. The Garden Centre, which was recently opened by HRH the Princess Royal, is a £15 million leisure facility, which also includes an 80-berth boat marina on the Lancaster Ship Canal. More Chubb’s Risk Assessment Program Helps Mitigate Fire Emergencies LONDON, July 2, 2008 - More than 18,000 Harvest Housing Group residents will soon be better protected from fire as a result of a series of risk assessments performed by Chubb Fire. Harvest Housing Group provides affordable, high quality homes across the North West of England and in other areas of the country. More Top June Lenel Named 2007 Total Solution Partner of the Year by Axis Communications ROCHESTER, NY, June 25, 2008 — For the third year running, Lenel Systems International has claimed top honors from industry peer Axis Communications by being named the company’s “Total Solution Partner of the Year.” The award was presented at the third annual Axis Channel Convergence Conference in San Francisco in recognition of Lenel’s achievement of more than 25% year-over-year growth in sales of Axis products in 2007. More Chubb Security to Protect Freedom Park PRETORIA, June 10, 2008 - Freedom Park, one of the country’s most well known landmarks, will now be protected 24 hours a day, seven days a week by Chubb Electronic Security (CES). Freedom Park is a 52-hectar site located on Salvokop, situated to the south of the Pretoria central business district. More Onity Joins Premier Industry Association ATLANTA, June 10, 2008 - Onity was recently selected as an associate member of the Association of Starwood Franchisees & Owners North America (ASFONA). ASFONA’s main objective is to provide a forum for franchise owners to work closely with senior management from Starwood Hotels & Resorts to address operational issues and opportunities. More Chubb Service Makes News at the National Media Museum LONDON, June 2, 2008 - Photography, film, television, radio and web exhibits draw more than 735,000 visitors to the National Media Museum (NMeM) in Bradford every year, making it the most popular museum outside of London. But what museum guests will not see exhibited amongst the interactive displays is the extent to which the museum and Chubb Fire go to ensure the safety of each visitor. More Kidde Extinguishers Suppress Fire in Heritage Site LONDON, June 2, 2008 - One employee’s quick thinking recently prevented a small fire from becoming a serious incident at the historic Trestle Arts Base and Theater, a 100-year-old chapel that now serves as a performing arts centre. More Top May HI-FOG Protects Finnish Tunnel HELSINKI, Finland, May 27, 2008 ― Marioff Corporation Oy has been selected by the Helsinki Public Works Department to install a HI-FOG® Water Mist Fire Protection System in the city’s new underground tunnel service network. The installation will be Finland’s first automatic tunnel fire protection system. More UTC Appoints Ari Bousbib President, Commercial Companies, and Corporate Executive Vice President; Michaud Becomes Otis President HARTFORD, Conn., May 12, 2008 - United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX) has appointed Ari Bousbib president of its commercial companies, and UTC executive vice president. He will report to UTC President and Chief Executive Officer Louis R. Chênevert. More Chubb Singapore to Safeguard New Hospital YISHUN, Singapore, May 6, 2008 - Chubb Singapore was recently awarded a contract to provide a full suite of fire safety solutions at the Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, the latest healthcare institution in Yishun, Singapore. More Det-Tronics Releases New Methane Gas Detector MINNEAPOLIS, MN, May 6, 2008 - Det-Tronics announced today the release of a new Mining IR (MIR) fixed methane gas detector approved by the U.S. Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) to their standards. Intended for installation in underground mines, the MIR combustible gas detector uses an infrared light beam to detect and accurately measure methane gas concentration. More Onity to Provide Increased Efficiency and Accuracy through New Partnership ATLANTA, May 6, 2008 – Onity and StarRez have partnered to develop a custom interface that enables StarRez’s housing system to seamlessly integrate with Onity’s Integra electronic locking solution. The new interface will enhance data accuracy and create administrative efficiencies for Onity’s higher-education clients. More Kidde Launches its First Designer Smoke Alarm MEBANE, NC, May 5, 2008 – After nearly forty years, the smoke alarm has evolved. Developed by Kidde, Silhouette™ is an Underwriters Laboratories (UL) listed, low profile smoke alarm with a sleek, modern design and maintenance-free battery. More Top April Radisson Selects Onity's ADVANCE Electronic Lock System OYARZUN, Spain — April 9, 2008 — The new Radisson SAS Waterfront Hotel Jersey, recently selected the Onity ADVANCE electronic locking system to complement its contemporary design and décor. Located in St. Helier in the UK Channel Islands the SAS Waterfront, opened in late 2007 and is a sleek, five story hotel with 195 guestrooms. More UTC Elects Chenevert Chief Executive Officer; David to Continue as Board Chairman LONGUEUIL, Quebec, Canada, April 9, 2008 -- United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) Board of Directors today elected Louis R. Chênevert the corporation’s Chief Executive Officer, succeeding George David, 66, who will continue as Chairman. More Lenel Unveils goVision Standalone Video Solution LAS VEGAS, April 2, 2008 — Lenel Systems International announced today the launch of goVision™, a powerful new standalone digital video recorder (DVR) that brings the benefits of high-quality video to even the most basic security systems. Built on an efficient embedded platform, goVision enables simple storage and retrieval of surveillance video and easy monitoring and maintenance of multiple DVRs. More Installation of Onity’s CodePro Electronic Locking System Underway LAS VEGAS, April 2, 2008 — Installation of Onity’s new CodePro electronic locking system is underway at multiple resort and vacation properties across the U.S. CodePro, a PIN code-based electronic locking system, was developed by Onity to meet the unique needs of the vacation ownership and property management sectors. More VEREX Launches Next Generation Security Products LAS VEGAS, April 2, 2008 — VEREX announced today the launch of three new security products, the VeDVR, an embedded digital video recorder, the HSC-IP alarm monitoring solution and an upgraded version of Director 4.72, the company’s integrated security software. Verex is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More Lenel to Showcase OnGuard 2008 Plus Solution LAS VEGAS, April 2, 2008 — Lenel Systems International is previewing the next generation of its premier integrated security software platform, OnGuard 2008 Plus. The new platform includes more than 200 new features such as enhanced visitor management, expanded intrusion detection functionality, and new capabilities in ID and video management. More Top March Silvani Launches New Line of Fire Fighting Monitors LONDON, March 31, 2008 – Silvani recently launched a new, innovative range of fixed fire fighting monitors and created a new manufacturing Centre of Excellence at its plant in Como, Italy. Silvani is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More Onity Expands OS Series of In-room Safes ATLANTA, March 31, 2008 - Onity announced today the addition of two new models, the OS200 and OS400, to its growing line of electronic in-room safes. Both safes are part of Onity’s OS Series, and are designed to provide added flexibility, improved security and enhanced aesthetics at an affordable price. More Shanghai KEN to Secure Shanghai’s New Subway Line SHANGHAI, March 20, 2008 – Shanghai KEN E.L.V. System Engineering Co., Ltd. (Shanghai KEN) was recently awarded a contract by the Shanghai Subway Line 7 Development Company to provide fire safety and security systems for the new subway Line 7 and its northern extension into Shanghai, China. More UberBots Flourish Under UTC Fire & Security’s Continued Sponsorship FARMINGTON, Conn., March 19, 2008 – The Avon High School “ÜberBots” racked up another win this past weekend by clinching the 2008 Connecticut Regional FIRST Robotics competition held March 13-15 at the Hartford Convention Center. More than 60 other teams competed in the event. More Top February Chubb Takes Fire Suppression to New Heights in Liverpool LONDON, February 29, 2008 - Chubb Fire announced today its selection to provide a comprehensive fire protection system to the prestigious new Beetham’s West Tower. The new, 40-story West Tower, set to be the tallest building in Liverpool, is the flagship headquarters for The Beetham Organisation, a leading UK property investment and development company. More Chubb Ranked Number One Business Superbrand in Security and Fire Protection LONDON, February 27, 2008 - Chubb announced today its ranking on the 2008 Business Superbrand list as the number one fire protection and security brand in the U.K. As the highest-placed security and fire business within the rankings, Chubb finished more than 70 places ahead of Group 4 Securicor and 163 places ahead of ADT. More Kidde Supersizes Aircraft Fire Training FARMINGTON, Conn., February 25, 2008 - Kidde Fire Trainers recently launched the world’s largest aircraft fire training system, the Kidde A380 Aircraft FIRETRAINER® A-250. The full scale replica of the A380 forward fuselage provides a broad range of training options and incorporates innovative design techniques to increase realism. More Top January Christie's Selects Chubb for Auction Security HONG KONG, January 30, 2008 - Chubb Hong Kong announced today its selection by Christie's, one of the world's leading art companies, to provide electronic security solutions for the firm's auction events held in Hong Kong. Chubb Hong Kong is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More Detector Electronics Receives FM Approval for its EQP System MINNEAPOLIS, January 3, 2008 - Detector Electronics announced today that it has received FM approval for its Eagle Quantum Premier (EQP) Supervising System. Detector Electronics is part of UTC Fire & Security, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More UTC Fire & Security Completes FireX Acquisition FARMINGTON, Conn., January 2, 2008 – UTC Fire & Security completed its recently announced acquisition of FireX Safety business (“FireX”) of Invensys plc (“Invensys”) on December 31, 2007. UTC Fire & Security is a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). More Top