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Jul 9, 2021

Q&A: Fire Resistance-Rated Ceiling Designs Supporting Grade I Insulation Installation

Learn how to identify UL fire resistance rated roof-ceiling designs that include insulation capable of Grade I installation quality with or without netting.

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Jul 9, 2021

UL Offers Fire Alarm Systems Certification Through Certificate Services

Learn about the key benefits of the UL certification program.

Jul 7, 2021

The Enforcement Forum Will Control SDS Quality in 2023

In 2013 the REF-2 project identified low-quality SDS information as a problem, which persists today. The SDS should contain appropriate high-quality data on hazardous substances and mixtures.

Electrical short circuit causing a fire on an overloaded power strip

Jul 6, 2021

Electrical Systems and Equipment Safety

Recent changes in the 2021 International Fire Code and the National Electrical Code aim to reduce shock and fire risk and enhance safety. This article details the new regulatory requirements and provides compliance insights.

Jul 6, 2021

New UL Training on Flammable Refrigerant

New UL FSRI online training course addressing firefighter safety concerns related to flammable refrigerants. Firefighters can learn about the hazards posed by these refrigerants and appropriate mitigation strategies in this complimentary course.

Jul 6, 2021

Q&A: Signs Adhered to Elevator Doors

Learn how code authorities determine the acceptability of a filmed material, nonmetallic cladding, wrap or sign applied to a passenger elevator door.

Jul 6, 2021

The Code Authority Newsletter 2021 | Issue 2

UL’s Code Authority Newsletter (TCA) is released quarterly. It features news and insights on model code and safety standard developments for the built environment that can enhance your ability to approve safe, sustainable, and code compliant installations.

Dynamic ceiling damper by Metal-Fab Inc.

Jul 6, 2021

UL Updates Damper Marking and Application Guide

Recent updates in UL Dampers for Fire and Smoke Protection Marking and Application Guide include new information about damper inspection, testing and maintenance requirements. The guide has also been reformatted for easier use.

Close up of hail impact testing on shingles

Jul 6, 2021

UL, IBHS drive trust in residential roofing shingles

The growing partnership between UL and IBHS aims to address the increasing demand for rating the performance of roof shingles as the industry continues to improve asphalt shingle design.

Jul 2, 2021

Industrial Chemicals Management in Latin America

The Latin American region continues to develop strategies for the evaluation and risk management of industrial chemicals. Our experts discussed various chemical management topics, including use of inventory tools and chemical registration processes.

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Jul 2, 2021

UL Helps Refrigeration Manufacturers Meet COVID Vaccination Storage Needs with World Health Organization Accreditation

With the surge in the need for vaccine storage, UL’s World Health Organization accredited testing helps European refrigeration manufacturers ensure reliability and temperature consistency impacting overall vaccine efficacy.

Jul 2, 2021

What’s New in Large Occupant Public and Lounge Seating

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) recently approved a new safety and performance standard for Large Occupant Public and Lounge Seating. Regardless of their locations, under the new standard, customers can rely on UL for their testing needs.

Jul 1, 2021

Appendix C of the EU Toy Safety Directive: Aniline Has Been Added

The European Commission has published a new restriction for analine in the European Union (EU) in Appendix C of the Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC. Learn more.

Jul 1, 2021

Europe: Eight New Substances in the SVHC Candidate List

ECHA added eight new substances to the SVHC Candidate List. Learn how this will impact global retailers, brands and manufacturers that are accessing the European market with finished consumer products and how UL can help.

Jul 1, 2021

UL Wins Top Product of the Year Award with 360 Sustainability Essentials ESG Reporting Software

Environment + Energy Leader recognizes UL 360 software for meeting external ESG and sustainability reporting requirements.

Jun 30, 2021

Standards Corner - Lumen Insights Issue 2 2021

Lumen Insights Q2 2021 standards corner.

Jun 30, 2021

Training Workers for the Post-Pandemic Reality

Eric Glass, UL senior risk and safety advisor, discusses the importance of educating employees in the wake of the economy reopening.

Solar panels as part of a solar power farm

Jun 30, 2021

UL to Deliver Technical Due Diligence and Engineering Support for 108 MW Chilean Solar Project

Leading safety science and renewable energy project advisor selected by Naturgy as independent engineer on the San Pedro Solar Farm.

Jun 30, 2021

UL Warns of Unauthorized UL Labels For Use On Power Supply Cords, Flexible Cords, and Appliance Wiring Material

The following is a notification from UL that the labels identified below are not authorized by UL to be affixed with any products. The labels identified were issued to Hunan Aomeng Electrical Appliances Co., Ltd.

Pride flag at UL headquarters in Northbrook, IL.

Jun 30, 2021

Working toward a safer, more secure, sustainable and equitable world

UL recently joined more than 400 major U.S. corporations in signing the Human Rights Campaign’s Business Coalition for the Equality Act, a federal legislation that would provide the same protections to LGBTQ people.

Q&A: Fire Resistance-Rated Ceiling Designs Supporting Grade I Insulation Installation

UL Offers Fire Alarm Systems Certification Through Certificate Services

The Enforcement Forum Will Control SDS Quality in 2023

Electrical Systems and Equipment Safety

New UL Training on Flammable Refrigerant

Q&A: Signs Adhered to Elevator Doors

The Code Authority Newsletter 2021 | Issue 2

UL Updates Damper Marking and Application Guide

UL, IBHS drive trust in residential roofing shingles

Industrial Chemicals Management in Latin America

UL Helps Refrigeration Manufacturers Meet COVID Vaccination Storage Needs with World Health Organization Accreditation

What’s New in Large Occupant Public and Lounge Seating

Appendix C of the EU Toy Safety Directive: Aniline Has Been Added

Europe: Eight New Substances in the SVHC Candidate List

UL Wins Top Product of the Year Award with 360 Sustainability Essentials ESG Reporting Software

Standards Corner - Lumen Insights Issue 2 2021

Training Workers for the Post-Pandemic Reality

UL to Deliver Technical Due Diligence and Engineering Support for 108 MW Chilean Solar Project

UL Warns of Unauthorized UL Labels For Use On Power Supply Cords, Flexible Cords, and Appliance Wiring Material

Working toward a safer, more secure, sustainable and equitable world

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