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  • News Story
Jun 12, 2019

Update on Our Anti-Counterfeiting Initiative for the Wire and Cable Industry

The UL brand protection team diligently works to protect and maintain the integrity of the UL family of Marks from counterfeiting activities. Here is a key figures of some of our brand protection activities in China in 2018 that are specifically for wire and cable products:
Wire-and-cable-USB
  • News Story
Jun 12, 2019

USB Type-C™ Approved Laboratory for IEC/ EN 62680 Series of Standards

UL Taiwan has been approved by IEC Quality Assessment System For Electronic Components (IECQ) in May 2019 that can provide IECQ Logo Informative Test Report according to IEC / EN 62680 series standards . It is the first approved laboratory for IEC/ EN 62680 Series of Standards on USB Interfaces for data and power. UL Taiwan has previously been authorized as an Independent Test Lab (ITL) to test USB Type A, B, and C cable assemblies and connectors as well as PD E-Markers and power bricks.
Peru
  • News Story
Jun 11, 2019

Changes to Peru Energy Labeling Requirements

Learn about New Peru Energy Labeling Requirements effective dates that were established for various appliance and lighting products.
Household appliances
  • News Story
Jun 11, 2019

In the Middle East, Four New Hazardous Substances will be Banned January 2020

In 2017, the Emirates Authorities for Standardization and Metrology (ESMA) added four additional substances to ban. January 2020, the restriction will become effective and UL can help assist you in the testing for household appliances.

Software in Appliances
  • Feature Story
Jun 11, 2019

Increase Confidence in the Software Running Your Appliances

The challenges of ensuring today’s appliances meet market demands for innovation, reliability as well as appropriate market requirements can be overwhelming. UL can help give you increased confidence that your innovation won’t be a barrier for market access.
Earth from outer space
  • Press Release
Jun 11, 2019

Leading Standards Organizations TIA and UL Sign Agreement to Jointly Advance Global Safety Standards

TIA and UL will explore new opportunities for collaboration on new safety standards and encourage joint stakeholder participation.

Air Conditioner
  • News Story
Jun 11, 2019

New Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standard (GEMS) Determination 2019 for Air Conditioners

New Greenhouse and Energy Minimum Standards (GEMS) for air conditioners up to 65 kilowatts with determination for 2019 for Australia and New Zealand.
UL's Jeff Smidt VP & GM, Milan Dotlich VP EPT NA & EMEA-LA, and Stephen Hewson is the SVP of Laboratory Operations cut ribbon of newly expanded Hazardous Locations Lab in Northbrook, IL.
  • Press Release
Jun 11, 2019

UL Officially Opens Expanded Hazardous Locations Lab to Accelerate Manufacturing and Supply Chain Safety

UL officially opens expanded hazardous locations lab, the largest facility of its type in North America.
Pool and spa
  • News Story
Jun 11, 2019

Your Guide to Navigating the Complicated Portable Spa Energy Efficiency Requirements

Learn how UL can help you test to the new adopted test methods and specifications for pool and spa requirements.

E-cigs on the table
  • News Story
Jun 10, 2019

As e-cigarette market expands, risks grow too

The new edition of ASTM F2951-18 includes safety requirements for battery powered baby monitors. Achieving compliance to the voluntary standards helps manufacturers protect consumer safety, increase trust in their brands and demonstrate due diligence.
UL volunteers tear down wood furring in historic Elgin, Illinois home.
  • Feature Story
Jun 10, 2019

How the Housing Bubble Created New Opportunities for One Organization

UL's partnership with Habitat for Humanity positively impacts people.
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  • News Story
Jun 10, 2019

New edition of ASTM F2951-18 helps demonstrate confidence in baby monitor safety

As with any electronic device, e-cigarettes have inherent risks. Innokin and Smok® recently received certification to UL 8139 to help protect consumers from electrical and fire hazards and gain access to North America and the broader global market.
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  • Press Release
Jun 5, 2019

UL Acquires kVA, Autonomous Vehicle Safety and Advisory Business

Expansion increases UL’s global footprint and expertise in automotive services
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  • Press Release
Jun 5, 2019

UL and BIMsmith Partner to Offer Turnkey Access to Dependable Building Product Performance and Sustainability Data

UL and BIMsmith Partner to Offer Turnkey Access to Dependable Building Product Performance and Sustainability Data
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  • Press Release
Jun 5, 2019

UL Officially Approved as an External Testing Laboratory to the BMW Group

Injection molding of test specimens and corresponding testing of thermoplastic materials according to the BMW Group Standard 93016 to be performed in Krefeld, Germany lab.

Recycled content
  • Feature Story
Jun 3, 2019

Mass Balance: A New Approach to Calculating Recycled Content

How to track volumes of recycled content to meet your recycled content goals.
  • Feature Story
May 31, 2019

Five Ways to Boost Your Community’s Sustainability Commitment

Catherine Sheehy on how to position your organization for long-term sustainability success.
Nice car in an EMC testing chamber
  • Press Release
May 31, 2019

UL Officially Opens Expanded Silicon Valley Lab to Advance EMC and Wireless Innovation

Largest facility in North America to address safety testing and certification for technology equipment and IoT devices.

Recycling landfill
  • Feature Story
May 31, 2019

Will China’s Restrictions on Recycling Imports Spur Circular Economy Efforts?

Two steps to move toward circularity today.
Commercial Kitchen
  • Feature Story
May 29, 2019

30 Years of Foodservice Equipment Sanitation Services

UL has been assessing and certifying the sanitary design and construction of commercial food equipment for 30 years.

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