Feature Stories

Melissa Albrecht in red jacket and white shirt smiles while talking to colleague.

Mar 30, 2023

Drivers of Innovation: The Right Mindset is Key to Achievement

Melissa Albrecht reflects on her career journey at UL Solutions. Learn about her current role, her unique journey and why the right mindset is essential.

Closeup of Ray Wilkinson in black jacket with red shirt against black background.

Feb 23, 2023

Drivers of Innovation: History Focuses Us on Future Progress

To celebrate Black History Month, Ray Wilkinson of UL Solutions talks about the importance of learning from our history and helping people meet their goals.

Closeup of Iyana Jolicouer in red collared shirt at UL Solutions.

Feb 16, 2023

Drivers of Innovation: Helping Others Makes a Difference

Engineer Iyana Jolicouer discusses her work as a fire protection engineer and positive experiences as part of the Black Business Resource Group at UL Solutions.

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Feb 13, 2023

Drivers of Innovation: Thriving on Trust and Improving Lives

During Black History Month, Omokhuwa Omosotome of UL Solutions discusses celebrating differences and opening STEM to more female and Black students.

A man using a microwave oven. His finger on the opening button.

Jan 26, 2023

European Requirements for Light Sources and Control Gears

Required Energy Labelling Regulation (ELR) and Single Lighting Regulation (SLR) related tests can be performed by UL Solutions.

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Nov 29, 2022

Drivers of Innovation: Native Roots Help Build Positive Future

Trenda Neff of UL Solutions discusses her career, her background a member of the Cherokee Nation and the importance of Native American history and culture.

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Nov 22, 2022

UL Solutions Helps Build Customer Trust with Payment Security

UL Solutions offers payment security services that can help mitigate risks for businesses and their customers.

Closeup of La Tonya Locklear in colorful Lumbee shirt.

Nov 18, 2022

Drivers of Innovation: Building on the Success of Those Before

In honor of Native American Heritage Month, La Tonya Locklear of UL Solutions talks about her Indigenous heritage and how allyship can help others find success.

Oct 10, 2022

Firestop Systems in CLT Construction

Gain insight into updates to the XHEZ guide information concerning CLT construction and firestopping.

Photo of Firestopping, Joint Protection and Perimeter Fire Containment

Oct 10, 2022

Firestop Systems: An Important Line of Defense for Fire Safety

This article contains best practices for helping to ensure code compliance of firestop systems installation, inspection and maintenance.

Oct 10, 2022

Innovative Solar Designs Drive Standards and Code Development

Building integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) technology is an innovative replacement for conventional PV materials. Standards and code development.

Oct 10, 2022

UL Certification Helps Promote Repurposing of Electric Vehicle (EV) Batteries

UL Solutions offers a certification for battery repurposing facilities for designers and code authorities.

Oct 10, 2022

UL Solutions Updates Firestop System Numbering Scheme

This article explains the latest number system for UL Solutions firestop systems.

Oct 10, 2022

Update on Code Requirements for Mechanical Refrigeration Systems

This article summarizes the latest requirements for mechanical refrigeration systems in the 2021 International Fire Code.

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Oct 6, 2022

Drivers of Innovation: We Work Best When We Know One Another

UL Solutions employee Patricia Neri talks about her Mexican heritage, the importance of analytics and how to help Hispanic kids get interested in STEM.

Oct 5, 2022

Prop 65: Insights and the Right to Know — Expert Interview

A UL Solutions expert answers key questions about how Prop 65 interacts with electrical and electronic products.

Close-up photo of Juan Calderon in blue short sleeved shirt.

Sep 29, 2022

Drivers of Innovation: Personal Connections Can Lead to Success

Juan Calderon of UL Solutions reflects on National Hispanic American Heritage Month and helping young people follow similar paths to careers in STEM fields.

Person sitting at a desk using UL Product iQ on a computer

Sep 12, 2022

Third-Party Certification of Building Materials

This overview addresses commonly asked questions regarding building products and assemblies’ compliance and demonstrates the important role third-party certifications can play in achieving code compliance.

Aug 15, 2022

UL Solutions Helps Modlo Broaden ESG and GRESB Perspective

With a growing logistics real estate portfolio, Modlo recently turned to UL Solutions for support in establishing an ESG program and GRESB reporting.

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Aug 8, 2022

Explaining UL Solutions Guide Information for Fire-resistance Ratings Terminology

"Has not been investigated” Guide Information for fire-resistance ratings (BXUV).