This study covers the state of the North American fire and life safety markets, examining drivers and restraints for growth, and discussing major trends. Following from these, market growth for market segments are forecasted. In addition, an in-depth analysis of the competitive landscape including vendors' market shares is performed. The base year is 2010 with forecasts running through 2017. Revenue forecasts are provided. The market is divided into two segments including fire detection equipment and fire suppression equipment.These segments are further divided into sub-segments. The study also analysis the value chain.