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Sep 24, 2019

Energy Efficiency Inclusion of Variable Refrigerant Flow Air Conditioners into Scope of MEPS/MELS

The Singapore National Environment Agency (NEA) hosted an industry consultation to announce the plan of including variable refrigerant flow air conditioners (VRF A/C) into the MEPS/MELS requirement.

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Sep 24, 2019

It’s Clear Skies for InvisibleShield’s Blue Light Filter

UL testing validates InvisibleShield's blue light marketing claim.

Sep 24, 2019

Strengthening UL's Luminaire Programs

UL’s ‘General Coverage’ programs offer lighting manufacturers flexibility to apply UL Certification Marks to a wide range of sign or luminaire sizes and shapes.

Sep 24, 2019

Ukraine - Updates Regarding RoHS Technical Regulations

With the amendment resolution published on June 26, 2019, Ukraine updated the list of exemptions included in the Regulation on Restriction of Hazardous Substances.

Sep 24, 2019

Updates on the Progress for Mandating the Water Efficiency Label for Water Use Products in Malaysia

The Malaysia National Water Services Commission (SPAN in Malay) had introduced a voluntary Water Efficient Products Labeling Scheme (WEPLS) and media news, SPAN, is currently drafting laws to mandate this labeling requirement.

Sep 24, 2019

Updates to the New Gulf Conformity Tracking System Middle East for G-Mark

Middle East, G-Mark: GCC Standardization Organization (GSO) has developed and launched a new version of the Gulf Conformity Tracking System.

Sep 23, 2019

China Energy Label Product Scope Expansion and a New Standard for Air Conditioners Products

The China Energy Label (CEL) regulator issued public consultation notice (already closed) for expanding product scope coverage to the following products based on the following standards: Both minimum energy performance standard (MEPS) and energy efficiency Grade are established within the standards. The implementation date is targeted to be May 1, 2020.

Sep 23, 2019

Energy Efficiency and Ecodesign: A New technical Regulation Approved by the Ministry in Ukraine

As part of a larger program for the implementation of energy efficiency requirements in Ukraine, new technical regulations in this field have been recently approved and will become mandatory for Ukraine market access.

Sep 23, 2019

Laundry Appliance and Child Entrapment

Young children have been known to enter the drum of front-loading clothes washers and dryer, e.g., to play hide-and-seek, and some have died over the years due to suffocation. Child entrapment in a washer or dryer, while rare, still happens today. A child might climb into a machine, get trapped and suffocate because he or she can’t get out.

Sep 23, 2019

New Product Categories added into Certification Implementation Requirements for Appliances and Refrigerants

New categories have been added to the Certification Implementation Requirement (CCC) for explosion-proof electric apparatus, gas appliances and large refrigerators.

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Sep 23, 2019

The Potential Risks Associated With High-Powered Devices

Learn more about cables role in overall device safety.

Sep 20, 2019

2020 NEC changes affecting hazardous locations installations

Top five questions to help navigate the changes to the 2020 National Electrical Code©.

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Sep 17, 2019

Apparel Industry Looks to Improve Sustainability Efforts

Savvy customers calling brands out for unsustainable practices.

Sep 17, 2019

CMR Substances in Toys: Clarifications and Insight From UL Experts

CMR are substances classified as Carcinogenic, Mutagenic or toxic for Reproduction and restrictions for these substances apply to toys on the European and on US market.

Erase Tube Fire-Extinguishing Device (ETD)

Sep 17, 2019

NICHIBOU’s Erase Tube Fire-Extinguishing Device is the First to Achieve UL Certification to UL 2166P

Innovation and safety meet to protect lives and property

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Sep 17, 2019

Testing Looks for Easy Way to Rob an ATM

UL testing helps keep ATMs safe, so your business isn't short-changed.

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Sep 10, 2019

Corporate Culture Paves Sustainable Business Path

To achieve a truly sustainable business, you need to commit to a complete culture change.

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Sep 10, 2019

Cracking the Code: A Glimpse into UL’s Burglary Testing of Safes

UL engineers are working hard to “crack the code” on safes, providing peace of mind for business owners.

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Sep 10, 2019

Increased Cannabis Legalization Spotlights Safety Concerns

Cannabis extract may be a lucrative product but collecting its oil is a dangerous job.

Sep 4, 2019

Olympic House Sets New Record for Most LEED v4 Points

Olympic House Sets New Record for Most LEED v4 Points. Indoor air quality (IAQ) was a priority for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) when developing the building.

Feature Stories

Energy Efficiency Inclusion of Variable Refrigerant Flow Air Conditioners into Scope of MEPS/MELS

It’s Clear Skies for InvisibleShield’s Blue Light Filter

Strengthening UL's Luminaire Programs

Ukraine - Updates Regarding RoHS Technical Regulations

Updates on the Progress for Mandating the Water Efficiency Label for Water Use Products in Malaysia

Updates to the New Gulf Conformity Tracking System Middle East for G-Mark

China Energy Label Product Scope Expansion and a New Standard for Air Conditioners Products

Energy Efficiency and Ecodesign: A New technical Regulation Approved by the Ministry in Ukraine

Laundry Appliance and Child Entrapment

New Product Categories added into Certification Implementation Requirements for Appliances and Refrigerants

The Potential Risks Associated With High-Powered Devices

2020 NEC changes affecting hazardous locations installations

Apparel Industry Looks to Improve Sustainability Efforts

CMR Substances in Toys: Clarifications and Insight From UL Experts

NICHIBOU’s Erase Tube Fire-Extinguishing Device is the First to Achieve UL Certification to UL 2166P

Testing Looks for Easy Way to Rob an ATM

Corporate Culture Paves Sustainable Business Path

Cracking the Code: A Glimpse into UL’s Burglary Testing of Safes

Increased Cannabis Legalization Spotlights Safety Concerns

Olympic House Sets New Record for Most LEED v4 Points

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