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Mar 25, 2020

UL Finds Safety Variability for 3D Printed Plastic Parts

UL publishes research findings detailing the effects of 3D printing on safety-critical polymer performance properties

Mar 24, 2020

Short-Circuit Testing and Certification for Circuit Breakers

Our 15 kA testing laboratory offers short-circuit tests for the certification of low-voltage switchgear and control gear to applicable IS/IEC standards.

Mar 23, 2020

Emergency Lighting: The Regulatory Challenges of Fast-Changing Technology

This is the first in a series of four articles that will highlight some of the more interesting and impactful changes to emergency lighting technology.

Mar 23, 2020

Horticultural Lighting - Safety, Performance and Financial Incentives

LED lighting for horticulture is becoming more than a promising market niche, and today 95% of indoor growing facilities rely on solid state lighting.

Mar 23, 2020

Morocco – New Verification of Conformity Program of Imported Regulated Products

The Ministry of Industry, Trade, Green and Digital Economy (MICVN) implemented a new Verification of Conformity Program of goods imported into Morocco.

Mar 23, 2020

Revisions to UL 676, the Standard for Underwater Luminaries and Submersible Junction Boxes

Learn more about the relaxations to the requirements for UL 676, the Standard for Underwater Luminaires and Submersible Junction Boxes.

Mar 23, 2020

Taiwan - BSMI Certification and BOE MEPS Requirement for Self-Ballasted LED Lamps

New changes to BSMI certification and BOE MEPS requirements for self-ballasted LED lamps.

Mar 23, 2020

Thailand - UL Recognized as TISI Inspection Body

UL’s Thailand Inspection Body has been appointed and recognized by TISI.

Mar 20, 2020

The Importance of Proper Handwashing and Sanitation to Prevent the Spread of Viruses in Food Facilities

Viruses that affect workers and customers can spread quickly through a food facility.

Mar 17, 2020

Transitioning to UL 62368-1 for Hazardous Locations AV/ICT Products

The effective date is quickly approaching.

Mar 17, 2020

UL Receives Full Marks for Sustainability Management Software

UL offers industries a sustainability reporting software solution to support all 11 sustainability needs outlined in a recent report and ranks No.1 for sustainability reporting. Learn more.

Mar 16, 2020

Don't Delay. The Effective Date for CCC Certification of HazLoc Products in China is October 1, 2020

Trust in UL’s expertise to help guide you through the process

Mar 16, 2020

Halogen Free (HF) & Low Smoke Halogen Free (LSHF) Recognized by 2020 NEC

The National Electrical Code (NEC) has included the “halogen-free” and “low smoke halogen-free” surface marking definitions in Articles 725 & 805 with applicable test standards in the 2020 edition.

Mar 13, 2020

F-GASES GO, the Fire Danger Comes

By 2025 at the latest, manufacturers will only be allowed to use refrigerants with a low global warming potential in air conditioning and refrigeration technology. However, many of these gases are flammable and for the first time require a precise risk ana

Mar 13, 2020

UL Warns of Counterfeit UL Mark on Fire Sprinklers (Release 20PN-01)

The following is a notification from UL that the fire sprinklers identified below bear counterfeit UL Certification Marks for the United States and Canada.

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Mar 12, 2020

Fermata Energy Receives the First UL Certification for ‘Vehicle-to-Grid’ Electric Vehicle Charging System

Fermata Energy’s bidirectional EV charging system is the first to be certified to UL 9741, the Standard for Bidirectional EV Charging System Equipment.

Mar 10, 2020

Drivers of Innovation: How Training and Experience Make a Difference

UL Project Engineer Sharika Chowdhury helps give customers peace of mind in her work UL's Wire and Cable division.

Mar 10, 2020

Drivers of Innovation: Blazing a Pathway to Becoming an Engineer

With a fierce focus on her goals, UL engineer parlayed an internship into a fulfilling and rewarding career.

Mar 6, 2020

Clarifications and Insights from UL Experts on the Upcoming Toy Safety Trends and Requirements in Europe

European regulations and standards in the toy industry are in constant flux.

Mar 3, 2020

Avoid Post UL Mark Process Delays: Get to Know UL Follow-Up Services (FUS)

As part of the UL Mark program, quarterly follow-up inspections are required to ensure the units with the UL Mark are built as previously tested.