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Nov 12, 2019

Chemical Marketing and the Dawn of a New Age

Chemical marketing is in need of a reformation. Companies must find new ways to increase leads and reach their market to stay ahead of the competition.

Nov 12, 2019

Navigating the New Edition of ISO/IEC 80079-34

Top seven questions to help navigate the revised quality system requirements for ATEX and IECEx

Nov 6, 2019

Safety Testing in Healthcare Robotics

New standards address safety for innovative robotic medical devices

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Nov 5, 2019

The Importance of Ignition-Protected Components for Hydrocarbon Refrigerants

Learn about the new category for components to go through modified hazardous locations testing.

Nov 4, 2019

How to Increase Boiler Efficiencies for a Green(er) Tomorrow

Improved boiler efficiency doesn’t necessarily mean an expensive capital overhaul, read these steps on how to increase your boilers efficiency.

Nov 4, 2019

UL Pursues Enhanced Safety for Augmented, Virtual and Mixed Reality With Announcement of UL 8400

UL will pursue a new Standard, UL 8400, addressing safety for augmented, virtual and mixed reality.

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Nov 1, 2019

Addressing the Need for Comfort and Privacy in Office Settings

Office spaces can be uncomfortable for workers. New innovations like office pods and height adjustable tables can improve comfort, but do they add new hazards into the mix?

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Nov 1, 2019

Could a circular economy transform business?

What is a circular economy and what roles does it play in sustainable business? Read insights from one of UL’s environmental experts.

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Oct 29, 2019

New UL Edmonton Customer Service Center and Laboratory to Accelerate Manufacturing and Supply Chain Safety

Facility addresses full-service safety and environmental solutions for the oil and gas industry and equipment installed in potentially explosive atmospheres with an expanded footprint marking UL’s 99-year presence in Canada

Oct 28, 2019

International Toy Safety Requirements — Interview with our Experts

Regulations and standards in the toy industry are in constant change and UL is constantly working on keeping you up-to-date with the changing regulations.

Oct 28, 2019

Office pods removed from offices due to health concerns

Office pods can post health risks from volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and safety concerns. UL can help mitigate the risk by testing products for VOC and particle emissions.

Oct 28, 2019

UL Launches SecureHorizon™ Platform to Help Solve Testing and Compliance Challenges for New Payment Solutions

UL’s SaaS-based payment compliance platform provides streamlined testing to help vendors achieve faster time to market

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Oct 28, 2019

Verifying the Marketing Claims of Performance Textiles

UL’s Softlines’ Global Technical Leader and Regulatory Advisor Seemanta Mitra explains the importance of verifying the performance claims of textiles for retailers

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Oct 25, 2019

Making the Switch to Sustainable Materials? It's Not That Simple

Why product designers need to consider factors related to material functionality, processability and performance before swapping out materials.

Oct 25, 2019

UL Establishes First ECOLOGO® Certification for Mineral Exploration

UL provides certifications for mineral exploration companies and service providers provide third-party conformity assessment of environmental, social and economic practices.

Oct 24, 2019

Furnishings Focus Newsletter 2019 Issue 2

The second issue of UL's Furnishings Focus Newsletter.

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Oct 24, 2019

UL and CBRE Reach Strategic Cooperation to Jointly Promote Healthy Buildings in China

Through this cooperation, CBRE will work with UL to promote the comprehensive development of the Fitwel Healthy Building Certification System in China.

Oct 22, 2019

UL’s Laboratory in Poland receives internationally recognized accreditation

Designation provides customers multi-country testing and certification compliance for global market access

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Oct 21, 2019

More power, faster: A look at charging cable safety issues

Do you know the risks of using today’s charging cables? UL can help assess and verify their safety. Read insights from one of UL’s Wire & Cable experts.

Oct 18, 2019

The Unseen Hazards of Office Pods

Office pods serve the same purpose: meet the growing need for small private spaces for individual or small groups in workplaces where the trend is toward more open office. But, what hazards can they pose?