brady corporation is an international manufacturer and marketer of complete solutions that identify and protect premises, products and people. brady's products help customers increase safety, security, productivity and performance and include high-performance labels and signs, safety devices, printing systems and software, and precision die-cut materials. founded in 1914, the company has millions of customers in electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, education, medical and a variety of other industries. brady is headquartered in milwaukee, wisconsin and employs approximately 6,500 people at operations in the americas, europe and asia-pacific. brady's fiscal 2015 sales were approximately $1.17 billion. brady stock trades on the new york stock exchange under the symbol brc. brady's mission is to identify and protect premises, products and people. brady's vision is to be the market leader in all our businesses in order to achieve sustainable long-term