The Code Authority® Newsletter

April 2025

Explore this month’s articles on updated product safety requirements and trends from UL Solutions experts.
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Developed by industry specialists with an unbiased stance on the requirements needed to enable a safer built environment, The Code Authority® (TCA) newsletter provides relevant updates from UL Solutions on topics of interest to authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), inspectors, code officials, tradespeople, educators and industry professionals across the fire, electrical, security and building sectors. 

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UL 217, Standard for Smoke Alarms Published with New Technical Requirements

Gain a detailed overview of the most recent updates to UL 217, the Standard for Smoke Alarms, and how these changes impact manufacturers and consumers.

Smoke and Smoke Alarm

FAQ — Enhanced and Smart UL Certification Mark

Gain a better understanding of the enhanced and smart UL certification Mark.

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UL Fire Door Inspection and Field Evaluation Programs: What Are the Differences?

Fire door inspection and fire door field evaluation services to help confirm code compliance and proper installation.

Fire door handle of Fire exit for emergency evacuation.

What Does It Take to Stop a Speeding Bullet?

Stopping a speeding bullet requires a mass or material that can overcome and absorb an incredible amount of kinetic energy at high velocities.

Bulletproof glass for home and office wall. Bullet resistant glass. House material for safety and protection. Anti Thief, resistant to penetration curtain wall. Concept image for crime investigation.

Installation Codes and Requirements for Energy Storage Systems (ESS) - FAQs

Answering marketplace questions about evolving ESS safety standards and recent updates to UL 9540A.

3d rendering amount of energy storage systems or battery container units with solar and turbine farm

Five Themes Shaping the Fire, Electrical and Security Industries

Gain a brief overview of the five trends we identified in the 2024 Convening of the Councils report after synthesizing critical industry insights.

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Bruce is the managing editor of The Code Authority® newsletter and brings his passion for fire and life safety, along with over 30 years of experience, to his role as regulatory services manager at UL Solutions. 

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