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Jan 1, 2019

How data democratizes business decisions

Big data offers the potential to transform the way in which businesses operate.

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Dec 31, 2018

Getting the ball rolling

UL’s role in testing the world-famous Times Square Ball
UL leads proposal to introduce additive manufacturing into International Fire Code
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Dec 19, 2018

UL leads proposal to introduce additive manufacturing into International Fire Code

During the International Code Council (ICC) 2018 public comment hearings in Richmond, VA, revisions to incorporate new requirements and standards for additive manufacturing (AM) into the 2021 edition of the International Fire Code (IFC) were successful. Throughout the hearings  UL Codes and Regulatory staff had discussions that addressed concerns around terminology, code formatting, and the use of inert gasses in industrial operations.
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Dec 19, 2018

USGBC Releases Additional LEED v4.1 Materials & Resources Credits

USGBC is rounding out the release of LEED v4.1 credits, which are designed to simplify and improve credit language and clarify compliance pathways. Following the release of LEED v4.1 BD&amp…
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Dec 18, 2018

A new life for EV batteries

Your electric vehicle battery might have lost its zip, but it can still be put to good use.
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Dec 18, 2018

Safety in the Skies

UL’s new drone standard helps ensure battery safety Drones, or unmanned aerial vehicles, are growing in popularity and use. From search and rescue efforts to film and news broadcasts, an…
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Dec 18, 2018

Supporting the Future

UL is getting behind hydrogen fuel as an energy of the future Driving a hydrogen-powered fuel cell electric vehicle offers several benefits. In addition to longer travel ranges and faster…
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Dec 17, 2018

Egypt - Energy Efficiency & Labeling Regulations

By Elena Andreula, EMEA Regulatory Program Expert In May 2018, The Egypt Ministry of Commerce and Industry issued Ministerial Decision No 477/2018 requiring refrigerating appliances,…
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Dec 17, 2018

Europe - Draft Regulations on Energy Labeling and Eco-design

By Elena Andreula, EMEA Regulatory Program Expert The European Commission has released the draft regulations on Energy Labeling and Eco-design requirements for refrigerating appliances,…
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Dec 17, 2018

Europe - Draft Regulations on Energy Labeling and Eco-design for Lighting Products

By Elena Andreula, EMEA Regulatory Program Expert The European Commission released draft Regulations on Energy Labeling and Eco-design requirements for Lighting products, repealing…
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Dec 17, 2018

INMETRO Official China Roadshow

By Flora Chen, Marketing Specialist The UL and Brazil 20th Anniversary INMETRO Certification Dialogue Seminar was recently held in Guangzhou and Suzhou. Representatives from the National…
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Dec 17, 2018

Making a Sustainable, and Lasting, Impact On the World

Feature Story on Ellen Shieh, Environmental Sustainability Manager at UL.
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Dec 17, 2018

Middle East - G-Mark 4th GNBCG-LV Meeting in Dubai and New GSO Tracking System

By Gabriella Mazzola, Global Market Access Engineering Leader From October 22-24, Notified Bodies operating under GSO Regulation BD-142004-01 for Low Voltage Electrical and Appliances met…
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Dec 17, 2018

PC retailers turn to UL to reduce customer confusion

UL develops benchmarking software that tests and measures PC performance.
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Dec 17, 2018

Saudi Arabia - SASO IECEE Recognition Certificate Update

By Federico Picco, Saudi Regulatory Program Expert The new Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) IEC Conformity Assessment Schemes for Electrotechnical Equipment and Components (IECEE)…
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Dec 17, 2018

Sultanate of Oman - Energy Efficiency and Labeling Requirements for Air Conditioners

By Elena Andreula, EMEA Regulatory Program Expert Ministerial Decision No 107/2018 adopted GCC Standard GSO 2530/2016 as an obligatory Omani Regulation for energy labeling and minimum…
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Dec 17, 2018

Ukraine - Energy Efficiency - New Technical Regulation on Energy Labeling for Cooking Appliances

By Paola Pesconi, Ukraine Regulatory Program Expert A technical regulation on energy efficiency labeling for cooking appliances was recently published and will become mandatory for Ukraine…
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Dec 17, 2018

UL Participates in Canton Fair and Hong Kong International Lighting Fair

By Vicky Luo, Communications Specialist The 124th Canton Fair took place from October 15 – November 4, with 60,645 booths and 25,583 exhibiting companies from around the world. The Canton…
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Dec 17, 2018

UL’s Role in Testing the World-Famous Times Square Ball

This year, when you ring in 2019, you’ll remember the time UL helped overhaul the ball, leaving us all with the gift of a shinier New Year.
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Dec 17, 2018

What's Happening in 2019?

We spoke with three of our top scientists, engineers and executives to learn their predictions for 2019.

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