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Jun 3, 2020

Midea Recognized as First Company in China to Achieve UL’s IoT Security Rating

UL verifies IoT security claims of Midea air conditioning and dehumidifier product lines meeting critical cybersecurity benchmarks

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Jun 3, 2020

UL Cracks Down on Deceptive Practices to Combat Fraudulent Personal Protective Equipment

UL's brand protection efforts prevented over 300 million deceptive products from entering the marketplace.

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Jun 3, 2020

UL Helps Advance Electric Vehicle Battery Safety with New Testing and Inspection Services

UL will now offer testing services for electric vehicle battery systems as required by the European Parliament and the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe

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Jun 2, 2020

Mexico – Standard Updates for Lighting

New standard updates for NMX-J-024-ANCE-2018 and NMX-J-508-ANCE-2018.

Jun 1, 2020

Accreditations Received by UL’s Facilities in Mexico

UL's offices in Mexico received several accreditations for Peru by the Mexican Entity of Accreditation (EMA).

Jun 1, 2020

Announcing UL 8801 – Requirements for Photovoltaic-Powered Luminaire Systems

Whether you’re interested in reducing your carbon footprint, or saving money, there’s a place in your life or at your facility for solar panels, batteries and LED luminaires. Now, you can have them all together in one safety-certified package.

Jun 1, 2020

Argentina – New Energy Efficiency Standard for LED Lamps

In Dec. 2020, resolution 795/2019 was published, establishing the implementation date for the energy efficiency requirements for electric LED lamps for general lighting in Argentina.

Jun 1, 2020

Emergency Lighting – Technology Updates for UL 924

In this article, we’ll look at some of the recently published revisions to UL 924, the Standard for Emergency Lighting Equipment, as it seeks to permit deployment of these innovations while suppressing unintended and undesired consequences.

Jun 1, 2020

European Union - Standard Changes for Lighting Products

New European harmonized standard editions and amendments become mandatory.

Jun 1, 2020

European Union Market Access – Compliance Changes for Battery Chargers and External Power Supplies

Starting in April 2020, new energy efficiency regulations will be enforced for selling in Europe.

Jun 1, 2020

India - Additional Product Categories Will Be Mandatory Under the Compulsory Registration Scheme

According to the notification in the Official Gazette of Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology in April additional product categories were made mandatory under the Compulsory Registration Scheme (CRS).

Jun 1, 2020

Standards Corner - Lumen Insights Issue 2 2020

Lumen Insights issue 2 2020 standards corner.

Jun 1, 2020

The European Single Lighting Regulation

The Energy Labeling of Light Sources (EU) 2019/2015 came into force on Christmas 2019, but there is still time left until the Sept. 1, 2021, deadline to comply with the requirements.

Jun 1, 2020

Ukraine – Eco-design and Labeling Technical Regulations Implemented this Year

As part of a larger program for the implementation of energy efficiency requirements in Ukraine, new technical regulations became mandatory for Ukraine market access.

Jun 1, 2020

UL Field Sample Testing of Automatic Sprinklers

Many communities have adopted NFPA 25, which requires building owners to have their installed sprinklers periodically tested by a recognized testing laboratory. We can help you with compliance.

Jun 1, 2020

UL Names Linda Chapin Chief Human Resources Officer

UL announced today that Linda Chapin has joined the organization as senior vice president and chief human resources officer. She will report to Jennifer Scanlon, UL’s president and chief executive officer.

Jun 1, 2020

Vietnam – CR Mark, National Technical Regulation on LED Lighting Products

The Vietnam Ministry of Science and Technology issued circular 08/2019/TT-BKHCN, mandating certification requirement for general lighting products using LED.

Jun 1, 2020

When It’s Hot – Let’s Be Thankful for Air Ducts

There are millions of feet of factory-made air ducts installed in residential and commercial buildings worldwide. From the hottest summers to the coldest winters, these unsung heroes deliver tempered air just for our comfort.

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May 31, 2020

As Paper Towel Supplies Fell Short, UL Contributed to Georgia-Pacific’s Expanded Production

UL helps Georgia-Pacific increase sustainable paper production to meet consumer needs.

May 29, 2020

Furnishings Focus Newsletter 2020 Issue 1

Welcome to issue 1, 2020 of Furnishings Focus Newsletter to help stay connected and informed on latest updates on how we help make life safer, more secure and more sustainable during this unusual time.

Midea Recognized as First Company in China to Achieve UL’s IoT Security Rating

UL Cracks Down on Deceptive Practices to Combat Fraudulent Personal Protective Equipment

UL Helps Advance Electric Vehicle Battery Safety with New Testing and Inspection Services

Mexico – Standard Updates for Lighting

Accreditations Received by UL’s Facilities in Mexico

Announcing UL 8801 – Requirements for Photovoltaic-Powered Luminaire Systems

Argentina – New Energy Efficiency Standard for LED Lamps

Emergency Lighting – Technology Updates for UL 924

European Union - Standard Changes for Lighting Products

European Union Market Access – Compliance Changes for Battery Chargers and External Power Supplies

India - Additional Product Categories Will Be Mandatory Under the Compulsory Registration Scheme

Standards Corner - Lumen Insights Issue 2 2020

The European Single Lighting Regulation

Ukraine – Eco-design and Labeling Technical Regulations Implemented this Year

UL Field Sample Testing of Automatic Sprinklers

UL Names Linda Chapin Chief Human Resources Officer

Vietnam – CR Mark, National Technical Regulation on LED Lighting Products

When It’s Hot – Let’s Be Thankful for Air Ducts

As Paper Towel Supplies Fell Short, UL Contributed to Georgia-Pacific’s Expanded Production

Furnishings Focus Newsletter 2020 Issue 1

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