Ingersoll-Rand Plc is a diversified, global company that provides products, services and solutions to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings, transport and protect food and perishables, secure homes and commercial properties. It operates through the following business segments: Climate Solutions, Residential Solutions, Industrial Technologies, and Security Technologies. The Climate Solutions segment delivers energy-efficient refrigeration and heating, ventilation and air conditioning solutions throughout the world. The Residential Solutions segment provides safety, comfort, and efficiency to homeowners throughout North and South America. It offers mechanical and electronic locks, energy-efficient HVAC systems, indoor air quality solutions, advanced controls, portable security systems and remote home management. The Industrial Technologies segment offers products, including compressed air systems, power tools, pumps, material handling equipment, and golf, utility, and rough terrain vehicles. The Security Technologies segment offers products, including electronic and biometric access control systems and software, locks and lock sets, door closers, exit devices, steel doors and frames, portable security devices, as well as time, attendance, and personnel scheduling systems. Ingersoll-Rand was founded in 1905 and is headquartered in Swords, Ireland.