Tyco was founded in 1960 when Arthur J. Rosenburg, Ph.D., opened a research laboratory to do experimental work for the government. He incorporated the business as Tyco Laboratories in 1962, and changed its focus to high-t......Tyco was founded in 1960 when Arthur J. Rosenburg, Ph.D., opened a research laboratory to do experimental work for the government. He incorporated the business as Tyco Laboratories in 1962, and changed its focus to high-tech materials science and energy conversion products for the commercial sector. In September 1964, the Company went public, and in 1965 it began to acquire other companies to fill gaps in its development and distribution network. As a result, Tycos thrust changed to manufacturing industrial products. Today, Tyco is a model of sophisticated and innovative manufacturing and service employing 250,000 employees worldwide.Each of Tycos core businesses holds a leadership position in its specific market.