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Celebrating 140 years

Anniversary of excellence

Our company has been the innovation leader, transforming and shaping the industry for 140 years. Marking a legacy of innovation and leadership in smart, safe, healthy, and sustainable solutions, our anniversary celebrates decades of progress made possible by our dedicated teams, loyal customers, and visionary industry pioneers.

Celebrating 140 years of innovation leadership

As we mark this milestone, we remain focused on what's ahead -- driving the next era of transforming industries and powering our customers' missions.

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Two Milestones. One Celebration.

This year makes Johnson Controls' 140th anniversary, reflecting our long-standing commitment to innovation and sustainable built environments. As Singapore celebrates SG60, Johnson Controls would like to congratulate the nation on 60 years of progress.

In Singapore, we bring our global reach and innovation leadership to life through close partnerships with the government and industry leaders. We share a common objective in advancing the nation's goals in smart infrastructure, sustainability, and digital transformation, with local commitment.

140 Years of Innovation Leadership and 60 years of Progress in Singapore

Building Smart, Safe, Healthy and Sustainable tomorrows - In Singapore and beyond

For more than 40 years, Johnson Controls, we've supported Singapore's growth and full lifecycle solutions including next generation Thermal Solutions, Building Management Systems, Smart Security, and AI-powered OpenBlue and digital technologies.

As we honor two legacies - JCI 140 and SG60, we build a shared commitment to deliver consistent, scalable impact, for a better future.

Here is a recent landmark project defined by innovation, leadership and continuous improvement in Singapore.

Shaping Smarter Spaces, Delivering Impact for Singapore

Advancing Smart, Safe, Healthy and Sustainable Tomorrows

Commercial Buildings contribute nearly 20% of Singapore's carbon emissions, placing us at the forefront of the green transition. Johnson Controls advances Singapore's key mixed-use development in the Civic District towards greater sustainability, aligning with the Singapore Green Building Masterplan and achieving Greenmark SLE (Super Low Energy) certification. We continue to be the trusted partner, committed to supporting Singapore by shaping smarter spaces and delivering the impact of reducing 88,000 tonnes of CO2, equivalent to the saving of over 41,000 households' annual electricity consumption.

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Leading the way with industry firsts

From these historic milestones to transforming the future of buildings with award-winning AI technologies, we continue to set new standards and push the boundaries of what’s possible.​

Display of a fire sprinkler head

1881

Built the first automatic sprinkler

Display of the electric tele-thermoscope invented by Warren S. Johnson

1883

Invented the first room thermostat

Creative using the San Joaquin Light and Power Corporation Building in Fresno, California

1924

Engineered the first air-conditioned commericial building

Display of an alarm keypad

1986

Engineered the first security panel with a remote arming keypad

Displays components of the Johnson Controls Metasys Building Automation System (BAS)

1990

Introduced the first building automation system

Collage of early York product

Celebrating 150 years of Johnson Controls YORK

In a year where we’re celebrating 140 years of Johnson Controls, we’re also proud to mark 150 years of Johnson Controls York products with engineering excellence that’s defined industries and shaped the future of comfort. From revolutionizing air conditioning to pioneering energy-efficient HVAC solutions, we have been at the forefront of incredible inventions that have shaped our world.

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Photo collage of Warren Johnson and the early used thermometer

How Warren Johnson invented the world's first room thermostat

Learn how Warren Johnson's invention of the thermostat revolutionized temperature control and continues to impact the world today. From the first electric thermostat to smart building technologies, Johnson Controls builds on a legacy of excellence and innovation.

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Edison partnership in innovation

What happens when a visionary inventor meets a master engineer?
Over 140 years ago, in the Age of Invention, Thomas Edison’s chemical brilliance joined forces with Grinnell’s engineering genius to create the quartz bulb sprinkler head—a breakthrough that redefined fire protection forever.

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Thomas Edison with the Grinnell fitters who installed the sprinklers.
Early photos of packaging unit of Polio vaccine

Pioneering progress: Our role in the polio vaccine

In the fight against polio, precision saved lives. Johnson Controls helped make the life-saving polio vaccine possible by maintaining a steady 96°F, a critical temperature for production. Our systems delivered the consistency required to protect millions. That same commitment drives us today, creating smarter, safer environments that support health and innovation around the world.

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The trust our customers place in us helps build strong partnerships that drive their success.

These partnerships enable us to deliver innovative solutions tailored to their needs. Discover how we've made a difference in their stories below.​

Johnson Controls Indonesia Drives Energy Efficiency

Learn how the iconic Graha CIMB Niaga Building in Jakarta transformed its energy efficiency and tenant comfort through a cutting-edge HVAC optimisation system, thanks to Johnson Controls.
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Indonesia Drives Energy Efficiency

Mactan-Cebu International Airport

Partnering with Johnson Controls has been a game-changer. The airport's significant sustainability efforts have also been recognised with the Platinum Green Airport Award 2024 from the Airports Council International.
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Mactan-Cebu International Airport
View of NASA's launch packed with a rocket docked at the station

Helping NASA reach for the stars

At the dawn of the Space Age, Johnson Controls was at the forefront of technology, being honored by NASA for its “mission control” instrumentation achievements, which contributed to both the Apollo & Saturn space programs. Today, we’re still building the environments where giant leaps begin—because when it comes to innovation, we’ve always been ahead of our time.

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Building on a long history of innovation, Johnson Controls has helped shape the evolution of buildings, leading the way to the future.


A history of innovation

Our story: From then to now
A journey through our milestones, shaping who we are today. Each step reflects our commitment to innovation and excellence, driving progress forward
The innovation does not stop here. We look forward to the next journey of smart buildings into an era of autonomy, transforming industries, and powering our customers' missions.

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Award winning organization

Recognized for innovation, customer impact, and our industry-leading smart building platform, we continue to set new standards in excellence.

Ethisphere Names Johnson Controls as One of the World's Most Ethical Companies, Marking 18 Years on the List

Ethisphere names Johnson Controls as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, marking 18 years on the list.

Poster honoring Johnson Controls with the 2024 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Award, awarded by The Business Intelligence Group

Johnson Controls Honored in 2024 Artificial Intelligence Excellence Awards.

Johnson Controls Named to BuiltWorlds 2024 Global Innovators List

Johnson Controls named to BuiltWorlds 2024 Global Innovators List.