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An opened industrial control panel showing components

Sep 10, 2019

Common Misapplications of Components in Industrial Control Panels

Each component in an industrial control panel must be properly applied for safe and reliable operation. The requirements for each component are unique and often misunderstood.

Sep 10, 2019

Short-Circuit Current Rating Versus Arc Flash

Learn how arc flash is related to short-circuit current rating (SCCR) for industrial control panels.

Series of three images showing an Industrial control panel box and what happens if the SCCR rating is incorrect.

Sep 6, 2019

Determining SCCR for Industrial Control Panels and Industrial Machinery

Critical safety tips on short-circuit current rating (SCCR).

A woman using a table to connect to a smart house

Sep 2, 2019

UL Issues Asia’s First Thread Certification to Samsung Electronics

UL in Taiwan is the first test laboratory authorized by the Thread Group to validate security, interoperability and conformance for Thread-enabled products in Asia.

Aug 30, 2019

Horticultural Lighting Brief – UL 8800, Standard for Horticultural Lighting Equipment

UL 8800, the new UL Standard for Horticultural Lighting Equipment and Systems.

Aug 29, 2019

EPA Publishes Final Formaldehyde Rule

The EPA TSCA Title VI final rule for formaldehyde emissions for composite wood products has been published in the Federal Register and is now official.

Aug 29, 2019

Reconditioned electrical equipment, a 2020 NEC® Guide

The NEC has recently weighed in on the use of rebuilt and reconditioned equipment.

Aug 23, 2019

UL Offers Thermal Barrier Certification

New UL certification program evaluates thermal barriers covering foam plastic insulation

Electrical Safety for Energy Storage Systems with New Requirements - What code officials need to know

Aug 21, 2019

2020 NEC Addresses Electrical Safety – What Code Officials Need to Know

Get a summary of the new NEC requirements for energy storage systems.

Aug 21, 2019

Cooling Towers: Preventing Legionnaires Disease and Mitigating Risk

Cooling towers can be a source for harmful diseases. Learn what code authorities can do to reduce this risk.

Aug 21, 2019

Do You Know the Key Code Requirements for High-speed Doors and Egress?

High-speed doors offer unique benefits and challenges. Learn how to determine code compliance.

Aug 21, 2019

How to Participate in UL Standard Development-Q&A

Would you like to participate in UL Standard development? Learn how you can participate.

Aug 21, 2019

Introducing the UL Product iQ Database-Q&A

Product Spec is retiring November 15, 2019. Are you registered for Product iQ?

Aug 21, 2019

Pollution Control Units for Commercial Cooking Systems: Then and Now

Learn about code requirements for Pollution control units required for commercial cooking.

Communication Enhancement Systems for Emergency Responders

Aug 20, 2019

Improve Building Safety With Certification of Emergency Responder Communication Enhancement Systems

Model codes require critical emergency responder systems to be certified for safety and performance.

Mike O'Hara presenting at the MTC Conference in Malaysia

Aug 20, 2019

UL Explores Importance of Supply Chain Visibility and Regulatory Risks and Mitigation at the MTC Conference in Malaysia

At the Malaysian Timber Council meeting held in Kuala Lumpur on July 25, UL shared our insights on supply chain visibility, regulatory risks and mitigation strategies with suppliers of wood products.