Press Releases

May 15, 2012

UL acquires Germany-based eco-INSTITUT, deepening indoor air quality expertise and expanding global testing services

Accredited laboratory and scientific acumen bolster UL's position as a global leader in product emissions and chemical content testing and analysis NORTHBROOK, Ill. / Cologne, Germany - May…

Apr 9, 2012

UL Broadens Regulatory and Compliance Solution for Life and Health Sciences Sector with Acquisition of EduNeering

Award-winning solution enables compliance, risk mitigation, workflow automation and improved business performance for FDA-regulated organizations NORTHBROOK, Ill. / PRINCETON, NJ. -…

Apr 3, 2012

UL to Acquire Wind Energy Measurement Leader DEWI

Addition of global assessment, inspection and advisory services to expand UL's capabilities in fast growing renewable energy sector NORTHBROOK, Ill. - April 3, 2012 - UL, a world…

Apr 2, 2012

UL Becomes End-to-End Transaction Security Provider with Acquisition of Collis

Leading secure transaction technology provider fulfills UL's comprehensive service line for card and mobile payment industry NORTHBROOK, Ill. / Leiden, Netherlands - April 2, 2012 - UL, a…

Mar 26, 2012

The Shingo Prize for Operational Excellence Designates UL as an Official Education Partner

Training and Advisory Services will instruct on The Shingo Model of Operational ExcellenceNorthbrook, Ill. - March 26, 2012 - Today UL, a leader in global safety science, announces its new…

Mar 6, 2012

UL Discusses Critical Elements for Industry’s Future at NPE 2012 International Plastics Exposition

NORTHBROOK, IL, March 6, 2012 - - UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a world leader in advancing safety, will offer four presentations at the NPE 2012 International Plastics Exposition in…

Feb 23, 2012

Safety Alert: UL Warns About TV, Large Furniture Tip-Over Dangers

NORTHBROOK, Ill., February 23, 2012 - Following the recent fatalities due to accidents involving TV tip-overs, families and caregivers are reminded that we can all do something to safeguard…

Feb 7, 2012

UL Global Study Reveals Building Materials Manufacturers Value Reliability Most

The "Product Mindset" Explores Impact of Consumer and Manufacturer Perceptions on the Building Materials Ecosystem NORTHBROOK, IL, Feb. 7, 2012 - - A new global study from UL …

Feb 7, 2012

UL Global Study Reveals Food Safety is Top of Mind for Manufacturers and Consumers

The "Product Mindset" Explores Consumer and Manufacturer Perceptions of the Food Industry NORTHBROOK, IL, February 6, 2012 - In a new global study from UL (Underwriters…

Feb 7, 2012

UL Product Mindset Study and High-Tech Industry Report Reveals Manufacturers' Short and Longer Term Priorities

Product Reliability, Safety and Innovation Rise to the Surface as the "Product Mindset" Explores Impact of Consumer and Manufacturer Perceptions of the High-Tech Industry NORTHBROOK, IL,…

Jan 17, 2012

UL spotlights dangers of alternative heating methods

Safety tips designed to help families stay protected from home fire and carbon monoxide poisoning NORTHBROOK, Ill., Jan 17, 2012 - When the temperature drops and families head indoors to…

Jan 3, 2012

UL Expands Global Payment and Security Evaluation Services with Acquisition of Witham Laboratories

UL to support all parties in payment and security industry with leading information and hardware security testingNORTHBROOK, Ill. / Melbourne, Australia - January 4, 2012 - UL, a world…

Dec 12, 2011

UL Elevates Dialogue on Energy and the Smart Grid Home at 2012 CES Conference

Renewable energy industry leaders demystify emerging Smart Grid issues for consumers and businesses NORTHBROOK, Ill., December 12, 2011 – UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a world…

Dec 6, 2011

UL Expands Occupational Health & Safety Presence, Training Capabilities With Acquisition of PureSafety

Addition of Comprehensive Workforce Health, Safety Solutions Will Enable Employers to Improve Business Performance, Address Compliance Requirements, Governance IssuesNORTHBROOK, Ill. /…

Dec 6, 2011

UL Global Study Reveals Critical Influences on the Creation and Consumption of Products

NORTHBROOK, IL, Dec. 7, 2011 - - UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a world leader in advancing safety, has developed the first of what will become an annual global study examining the role of…

Nov 9, 2011

UL and Muppets Team Up to Help Make the Holiday Season Safe and Bright

NORTHBROOK, Ill. November 1, 2011 - Every minute, 17 children visit the ER due to unintentional injuries, a startling number that equates to an estimated 9.2 million injuries a year (CDC…

Nov 1, 2011

UL Offers Certification Customers Mobile Access to Standards

Northbrook, Ill., November 21, 2011 -- As a world leader in developing safety standards, UL is now offering a new premium service that provides customers with access to UL's Standards…

Sep 24, 2011

UL kicks off Baby Safety Month with interactive guide

"Commit a Minute" to Safety this September NORTHBROOK, Ill., September 7, 2011 - As part of Baby Safety Month this September, UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a world leader in advancing…

Sep 1, 2011

UL completes acquisition of quality assurance business of STR Holdings, Inc.

Northbrook, IL / Enfield, CT - September 1, 2011 - UL, a world leader in advancing safety, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of the Quality Assurance…

Aug 16, 2011

UL honors local heroes and urges people to commit a minute to safety at annual White Sox event

NORTHBROOK, Ill., August 15, 2011 - Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in advancing safety, today announced it will once again host the Chicago White Sox's Annual "Fire &…