Feit Electric, a global manufacturer of lighting and smart home solutions, announced on 23 May 2025 it has acquired substantially all the assets of Universal Security Instruments Inc, including its brand and portfolio of patented home safety technologies.
Founded in 1969, Universal Security Instruments (USI) has worked in smoke, fire and carbon monoxide alarm innovation for more than five decades, with 11 US patents and a retail presence across North America.
Alan Feit, President of Feit Electric shared: “This acquisition marks an exciting new chapter for Feit Electric as we expand into the home safety category.
“By adding USI’s proven technology and respected brand to our portfolio, we can offer retailers and consumers a more complete suite of solutions for the modern home.
“We’re committed to carrying forward USI’s legacy of innovation, while enhancing its reach with Feit Electric’s resources and retail partnerships.”
Under Feit Electric’s ownership, the USI brand will continue to operate as a standalone line, with a focused mission on delivering reliable, easy-to-use safety and security products.
The brand will retain its core identity while gaining access to Feit Electric’s global scale, product development capabilities and execution.
Sunil Ramchandani, Chief Strategy Officer at Feit Electric shared: “The addition of Universal Security Instruments strengthens our expanding brand portfolio, which now includes Feit Electric, LIFX and USI, each tailored to meet different customer needs with complementary value propositions.
“This multi-brand strategy enables us to deepen retail partnerships, expand consumer choice and lead across key smart home and safety categories.”
Feit Electric will work closely with retail partners to support the USI brand with updated assortments, refreshed packaging, enhanced marketing and expanded online visibility.
The result will be a stronger, more innovative offering in both traditional and smart safety categories built for today’s connected home.
Feit Electric has announced it has acquired all the assets of Universal Security Instruments Inc, including its brand and portfolio of patented home safety technologies.
This is a decision that the President of Feit Electric called an exciting chapter, saying they are looking forward to carrying forwards USI’s legacy.
