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History of ADTFrom delivering telegraphs by foot to keeping a watchful eye on a business thousands of miles away, the growth of ADT is one of this country's most remarkable and deep-rooted business success stories. Here is a brief history of the world leader in security. For more information on any topic, click the appropriate link. |
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Telegraph dominates communications.
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American District Telegraph (ADT) is formed through the affiliation of 57 district telegraph delivery companies.
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Call boxes (electric signal devices) allow interactive communication between customers and ADT.
Messenger service is an important element in ADT's success.
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Advanced Call Boxes and multi-signal electric protection systems move ADT to a position of prominence in security protection.
Electric signal devices available in 50 towns. Messenger service accounts for 70% of ADT's revenues.
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Messengers often double as watchmen, or "roundsmen." Their signal timers are monitored at ADT central offices.
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ADT becomes a subsidiary of Western Union.
Signal service and messenger service separated.
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Western Union and ADT come under the control of AT&T.
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ADT makes advances in security technology.
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ADT automates security systems.
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Post War
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ADT becomes a publicly owned company with its stock listed on the NYSE.
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New, fast computer-driven technology, including first solid-state device and installation of first large, two-way multiplex proprietary system.
First automated Central Station — a direct forerunner of today's Customer Monitoring Center network.
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ADT's 100th anniversary. Micro-computer based security systems now in use.
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1981
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Safewatch® residential system introduced.
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ADT increases its technological lead within the security industry.
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Late 1980s
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ADT formally changes its name from American District Telegraph Company to ADT.
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ADT purchased by the Hawley Group, Ltd., and renamed ADT Security Systems, Inc. U.S. headquarters relocated from NYC to Parsippany, N.J.
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1988
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Safewatch® Custom system launched.
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Wireless Safewatch® introduced.
Focus® System introduced.
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Company passes the one-million-customer milestone.
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ADT, Ltd., acquired by Tyco International Ltd.
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Today, and in the future, ADT remains committed to providing peace of mind and unsurpassed customer service in the protection of homes, businesses, and the government.
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