There are no flashy changes or broad shifts to be found in the fire alarm market in 2012. In fact, in a lot of ways, the 2012 fire alarm market looks very similar to the 2011 market. Despite a lack of healthy construction in the commercial space, the industry continues to move forward — supported by code requirements, mandatory inspections, insurance incentives, and the simple unremitting need for life safety. There’s still business to be found because “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” as Benjamin Franklin famously wrote in an anonymous letter addressing fire safety.
With Franklin’s principle in mind, 2012 offers continued codes updates and new technologies aimed at better detection and prevention and fewer false alarms. Overall, a close look also reveals an industry moving forward with steady changes, sustained technology advancements, and real growth opportunities.