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UL Leverages Power of Technical Data with Motor DNA
UL (Underwriters Laboratories) leverages technical data for global electronic motor manufacturer customers in its new state-of-the-art process called Motor DNA (Data Native Architecture). Motor DNA is a data-centric certification and reporting process for motor product safety evaluations.
Underwriters Laboratories Awards First-Ever Modular Data Center Safety Certification to IO
IO today announced its IO Anywhere product portfolio has been awarded the industry's first-ever modular data center safety certification by UL. Achieving UL Listing marks a breakthrough for the modular data center industry as companies are now able to demonstrate product safety to customers with trusted, powerful proof.
UL Awards the First Uninterruptible Power Supply Product ENERGY STAR Certificate
UL recently announced that it awarded the first uninterruptible power supply ENERGY STAR certificate to APC by Schneider Electric. UL is the first third-party certification authority to award UPS products the ENERGY STAR certificate, which further establishes its status as a leader in the field of global energy efficiency and APC is the first manufacturer to obtain the UPS ENERGY STAR certificate by UL.
UL AQS Achieves Accreditation for Indoor Air Quality Emissions Testing
UL announced today that it has earned approval as the only U.S. commercial laboratory to provide laboratory testing for the Blue Angel Program's newest standard for printers, copiers and multifunctional peripherals, RAL-UZ-171.
UL and AAMI to Develop Interoperability Standards
With the goal of improving patient safety and healthcare efficiency, AAMI and UL are joining forces to develop a suite of standards on medical device interoperability-one of the biggest challenges facing the modern healthcare community.
UL Announces Gitte Schjotz as New President for Europe and Latin America
UL (Underwriters Laboratories), a world leader in advancing safety, has announced the appointment of Gitte Schjotz as president of its operations in Europe and Latin America.
UL becomes first laboratory certified to provide water testing services in all 50 states
UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc.), a global leader in water quality and safety, announced today that the company has become the first laboratory approved to conduct water testing services in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. UL's Alaska state certification will take effect July 1, allowing UL to offer approved water testing services across the entire United States.
UL Expands Water Testing Capabilities to Detect Chromium-6 Contamination
UL (Underwriters Laboratories Inc.), a world leader in advancing safety, is now offering municipalities and customers across the country access to its globally recognized testing and certification services to detect Chromium-6, also known as hexavalent chromium, in drinking water supplies.
UL Unveils New Testing Laboratory in India to Enhance Water Quality and Safety
UL, a world leader in advancing safety, announced the opening of its first facility dedicated to water testing and certification outside the United States. Located in Bangalore, India, it allows UL to offer a full portfolio of globally-recognized and trusted services to a key emerging market that is devoted to addressing sustainable water issues.
UL and ITI Help Chinese Manufacturers Prepare for the Innovative Hazard-based Safety Standard IEC62368-1
Underwriters Laboratories and U.S. Information Technology Industry Council (ITI) presented a seminar that introduces the new international standard IEC62368-1 to suppliers of ITE and A/V products, which helps Chinese manufacturers understand and prepare for the transition to this new hazard-based safety standard.
UL Expands Capabilities in Global Lighting Technology Market with Acquisition of Lighting Sciences, Inc.
UL announced today that it has acquired Lighting Sciences, Inc. (LSI), a leading provider of photometric testing services, test equipment, and advisory services in support of the growing Solid State Lighting (SSL) market.
UL unveils framework for certifying resiliency of network and data center products
UL, a world leader in advancing safety, today announced the release of a new framework for certifying the resiliency of network and data center products. UL 2825 marks the first deliverable in response to recently introduced U.S. legislation requiring independent certification of network and security-related product performance and protection.
UL International (UK) Ltd. appointed as notified body to the European PPE directive for personal flotation devices
UL today announced UL International (UK) Ltd. (UL UK) has been appointed as a notified body to the European Personal Protective Equipment Directive (PPE). UL UK is now notified as a testing and certification organization for personal flotation devices (PFD) including life jackets, vests, seat cushions, deck suits and all other flotation devices. The company can now offer CE Marking services for Europe in addition to the already well-established UL and ULC Mark for the US and Canada. PFD manufacturers gain the benefit of being able to work with a single certification organization for access to both Europe and North America, reducing time and cost to gain market access.
UL Environment Expands Portfolio with Addition of GREENGUARD Certification Programs
UL Environment, a business unit of UL (Underwriters Laboratories), an independent product safety certification organization, announced today that it has reached an agreement with Air Quality Sciences, Inc. (AQS) to acquire AQS and its certifying body, the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute. AQS and GREENGUARD are the market leaders in North America for product emissions testing and third-party indoor air quality certification.
UL announces the certification of Whirlpool Corporation Products for lead-free verification
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global leader in drinking water safety and the systems that deliver it, announced today that Whirlpool Corporation has completed the certification program for lead-free verification of refrigeration products that demonstrates compliance with the Federal Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act nationwide.
Ecotality's Blink EV Charging Station Earns the UL Mark
ECOtality announced today that the Company's BlinkTM Level 2 Home Charging Station has received Underwriters Laboratories (UL) Listing. The Blink Home Charger has been certified under UL Subject 2594 which is specific to Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE), for both plug-in and hardwired models. In addition, the Blink Home Charger has been found to be compliant with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Federal Code of Regulation (CFR) Part 15C, pertaining to radio and frequency emitting devices.
Redesigned UL.com debuts
UL is debuting a redesigned corporate web site to reinforce our position as a facilitator of global market access and expert resource for product testing and certification, knowledge services, performance testing, and environmental assessment.
Underwriters Laboratories Expands Its Portfolio Of Marks For Fire Alarm, Fire Detection & Fire Resistance Products
Underwriters Laboratories announced today an expansion of its portfolio of Marks aimed at manufacturers of fire alarm, fire detection and fire resistance products interested in selling their products in the U.S., Canada, Europe and other applicable markets.
UL Provides Medical Industry With Quick Answers Regarding Conformity To IEC 60601 3rd Edition
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, announced the release of an extensive resource that addresses more than 70 frequently asked questions regarding IEC 60601 3rd edition, which include the latest revisions to the internationally harmonized safety standard for electro-medical equipment.
UL releases white paper for safer household electronic appliance design
Today, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, released The Increasing Complexity of Appliance Motors: The Need for New Standards to Address New Technologies, a white paper that reviews the evolution of small motor design, emerging motor protection schemes and the applicable standards for safer design and operation.
UL recognized by Verizon as Independent Test Laboratory
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, announced today that it has been recognized by Verizon Communications, Inc. as an Independent Test Laboratory (ITL) for its Thermal Modeling, Simulations and Test (TMST) program. UL's testing and certification services will help Verizon attempt to achieve its goal of realizing a 20 percent reduction of overall power requirements in network gear.
Underwriters Laboratories Expands Its Global Photovotaic Footprint To Japan
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global leader in safety testing and certification, announced today the opening of a testing and certification facility for photovoltaic (PV) equipment in Ise City, Mie Prefecture, Japan. In addition to offering performance and safety testing services for PV equipment in Japan, the facility will provide technical support to Japanese PV equipment manufacturers as they develop their businesses and enter overseas markets.
Underwriters Laboratories Décerne Pour La Première Fois La Marque UL Europe À Un Client
Underwriters Laboratories Inc., un leader mondial des tests de sécurité et de la certification de produits, a annoncé aujourd'hui que Gruppo Cimbali était la première société à obtenir la marque paneuropéenne UL (UL-EU). Cimbali, l'un des plus importants fabricants de machines à café (expresso et cappuccino) à usage commercial, pourra apposer la marque UL-EU sur ses produits indiquant qu'ils répondent aux normes de sécurité européennes (EN).
UL announces exclusive co-sponsorship of Verizon's NEBS conference through 2014
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, announced today that it will be the exclusive co-sponsor of Verizon Communications' Network Equipment Building System (NEBS) Conference through 2014. This year's event - Verizon's 16th annual conference - takes place Oct. 6-7 at the Camelback Inn in Scottsdale, Ariz. and will focus on the convergence of wireless and broadband networks.
UL high-tech division bolsters preferred partner program with signing of G&M Compliance
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, announced today that G&M Compliance, a provider of product certification services, has signed a Preferred Partner Agreement with UL. The signing of the agreement with G&M Compliance expands UL's services for high-tech product safety certification, including global market access.
Underwriters Laboratories honors local heroes and provides safety awareness information at annual Chicago White Sox event
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, today announced it will once again host the Chicago White Sox's Annual Fire & Police Night on Wednesday, August 11 at U.S. Cellular Field. UL has sponsored the event since 2008, which pays respect to the thousands of Chicago fire and police professionals for their commitment to protecting the community.
Underwriters Laboratories Creates Electric Vehicle Charging Equipment Installation Training Programs
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, announces a new initiative to develop and launch electric vehicle installation training programs aimed at furthering the development and installation of electric vehicle charging equipment.
First UL customer receives the UL Europe Mark
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, today announced that Gruppo Cimbali has become the first company to obtain the UL pan European Mark (UL-EU). Cimbali, a leading commercial espresso coffee and cappuccino machine maker, will be able to display the UL-EU Mark, which indicates its products comply with European (EN) safety standards.
UL developing first-edition standard for wireless charging devices for use with low-energy products
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, is developing a first-edition standard for induction power transmitters and receivers for use with low-energy products. UL 2738 applies to induction power transmitters, such as wireless battery chargers, employing magnetic induction coils that transmit energy to receiving coils in low-energy devices, such as cell phones, portable media players and global positioning devices. The new requirements will not apply to these products powered by the induction transmitters or receivers.
UL acquires RFI Global Services Ltd
Underwriters Laboratories Inc. (UL), a global leader in safety testing and certification, announced today that it has acquired RFI Global Services Ltd., a leading provider of testing, approval and consultancy services to the global technology market, including data security, cellular, wireless and smart card technologies. The company is a market leader in testing and certifying new generations of payment devices, including contactless cards and terminals as well as broader mobile payment systems. RFI Global will be integrated into UL's Verification Services business, which provides performance testing, inspection and auditing for product manufacturers and retailers worldwide.
Underwriters Laboratories introduces safety requirements for battery separators, aiming to further battery safety and integrity
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, today announced the establishment of revised requirements addressing the safety of lithium batteries. The requirements, issued in December 2009 as UL Subject 2591, are designed specifically for separators, the porous film that keeps the anode and cathode components of batteries apart while still allowing ions to flow between them.
Underwriters Laboratories Announces Applied Materials' Sunfab Line Modules First to Meet Master Certification Program Requirements for the Solar Industry
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification, announced today that photovoltaic modules produced by an Applied Materials SunFab Thin Film LineTM are the first to qualify for UL's Master Certification Program for the solar industry. The program, introduced in 2009, is an enhanced service offering with streamlined testing and certification procedures intended to help photovoltaic (PV) module and production equipment manufacturers get products to market faster.
Underwriters Laboratories Publishes Paper On Groundbreaking High-Tech Safety Standard IEC 62368-1
Today, Underwriters Laboratories (UL) released a white paper on the new industry standard for audio/video, information technology and communication technology equipment, IEC 62368-1. UL is using the paper to educate manufacturers about the standard's groundbreaking testing methods that accommodate the convergence of technology, where products have become interconnected and interchangeable; those originally designed for business have entered the home; and new users, such as children, have mastered and embraced equipment almost exclusively used by adults.
Underwriters Laboratories Demonstrates Environmental Commitment Through Earth Day Network Partnership
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a leader in product safety testing and certification services for more than 115 years, and Earth Day Network (EDN), the international non-profit environmental organization that coordinates Earth Day programs have announced a joint effort to help keep families safe and their environment healthy. As the premiere sponsor of EDN's upcoming 40th Anniversary celebration of Earth Day, UL has become the Official Safety, Sustainability and Standards partner of Earth Day Network throughout 2010.
Underwriters Laboratories Named Exclusive Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory For Groundbreaking Electric Vehicle Deployment
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global leader in safety testing and certification, was recently named the exclusive Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory for The EV Project, a groundbreaking study of electric vehicle (EV) charging station infrastructure. The company signed a memorandum of understanding with Electric Transportation Engineering Corporation (eTec), a wholly owned subsidiary of ECOtality, Inc. (OTCBB: ETLE), to test and certify eTec's vehicle charging stations that will be used in the project. UL joins eTec, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and more than 40 other partners embarking on the largest deployment of electric vehicles and charge infrastructure in history.
UL Assists Better Place with Safety Compliance Needed to Bring Highly Visible Electric Taxi Project to Japan
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a global leader in product safety testing and certification services, worked with Better Place, the leading electric vehicle services provider, to address the necessary safety requirements needed to help the company bring the world's first electric taxis with switchable batteries to Japan.
Microtek Laboratories Signs UL Preferred Partner Agreement
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety testing and certification, announced today that Microtek Laboratories, a provider of engineering and testing services, has signed a Preferred Partner Agreement with UL. The signing of the Agreement with Microtek expands UL's services for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and provides PCB manufacturers with comprehensive conformance testing and certification services.
New Compact Fluorescent Lamp Study Finds Lights Safer Than Perceived
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) unveiled results from its compact fluorescent lamp (CFL) safety study that found consumers may be able to use CFLs more broadly and safely than previously believed or understood. UL's CFL Safety Study found no fire or shock hazards in CFLs when used in light fixtures, lighting controllers, and switches traditionally used with incandescent light bulbs.
UL INTERNATIONAL (UK) LTD. Appointed As Notified Body To The Construction Products Directive
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in product safety and conformity testing and certification services, today announced UL International (UK) Ltd. (UL UK) has been appointed as a Notified Body to the Construction Products Directive (CPD). UL UK is now notified as a certification and inspection organization for fire detection and alarm equipment and fire resistance products and systems. The company can now offer CE Marking services within the scope of the CPD alongside the already well established UL Mark.
Underwriters Laboratories UL Europe Safety Certification Mark Supports European Market Access For Customers Worldwide
As part of its global market access strategy, Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification services, announced today its UL Europe Mark (UL-EU). Manufacturers seeking the option of reducing the number of certification marks appearing on a product, now have the option of obtaining the UL-EU Mark in combination with the United States and Canada Listing Marks. The new UL combined Mark represents the first transcontinental mark available to manufacturers from UL's portfolio of Marks.
Underwriters Laboratories Publishes First Safety Standard For LED Lighting Products And Components
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), a world leader in safety testing and certification services, announced today the publication of ANSI/UL 8750, Safety Standard for Light Emitting Diode (LED) Equipment for Use in Lighting Products. The first edition standard creates a global platform of safety requirements for LED lighting equipment as well as the entire supply chain of components used in lighting products employing LED technology.
ICC Evaluation Service And Underwriters Laboratories, Globally Recognized Leaders In Product Evaluation And Certification, Introduce Dual PMG Listing Program
ICC Evaluation Service, Inc. (ICC-ES®) and Underwriters Laboratories (UL) have established a Dual PMG Listing Program for plumbing, mechanical, and fuel gas (PMG) products. The purpose of the program is to provide code officials and construction professionals with a reliable means to verify that PMG products comply with applicable codes and standards.
Underwriters Laboratories Expands Global Photovoltaic Footprint To China
Underwriters Laboratories announced today the expansion of its global photovoltaic testing services to Suzhou, China, where it will open a Photovoltaic Technology Center of Excellence. The new facility, set to open on February 26, 2009, will be the largest photovoltaic testing laboratory in Greater China and have the capability to test to both UL and International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards. This announcement marks yet another step in UL's ongoing commitment to the development of safe renewable energy equipment.
UL Medical Experts To Provide Instruction On Guidance For Risk Management In IEC 60601-1:2005 At IECEE Workshop
UL PDEs Joe Murnane and McRoberts have been active members of the RMTF since it was established by the IECEE in September 2007, which puts UL in the unique position to help other NCBs and CBTLs understand the intent behind the guidelines and how to apply them during a certification assessment. This workshop will take place in Milano, Italy and is intended for NCB and CBTL staff.
Underwriters Laboratories Signs an Agreement with RFI for the Delivery of EMC Services to UL Customers
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) announces today the signature of a subcontractor agreement with RFI Global Services Ltd UK to provide testing and other services relating to electromagnetic compatibility (EMC services) to UL UK. The objective of this partnership is to streamline the product compliance process of UL customers by combining RFI's EMC testing facilities with UL's product safety testing and certification services.
LED safety committee formed by UL
We all know Underwriters Laboratories, the safety testing and certification organization. It has just announced that it has concluded the process to form a Standards Technical Panel (STP) to be the consensus body for the development of the proposed first edition of UL 8750, the Standard for Safety for Light Emitting Diode (LED) Light Sources for use in Lighting Products.
With immediate effect, UL offers international certifications for industrial automation technology under the terms of the CB scheme
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is the first testing and certification company to offer extensive international certifications for electrotechnical components and products used in industrial automation technology under the terms of the CB scheme. The CB scheme is an international system for certifying the safety of electrical and electrotechnical products that was launched by the international electrotechnical commission, the IECEE. The CB scheme facilitates the mutual acceptance of tests in the countries party to the multi-national IEC agreement. Until now, the CB scheme was used by testing organisations mostly to provide international certificates for consumer goods, for example as the basis for the GS testing mark. Underwriters Laboratories is now using the CB scheme for the first time to also certify electrotechnical components and industrial automation technology products for access to international markets. Companies now only have to turn to one partner for their international app
Partnership between UL and I²PS facilitates access to international markets
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) is the first testing and certification company to offer extensive international certifications for electrotechnical components and products used in industrial automation technology under the terms of the CB scheme. Underwriters Laboratories Inc. is one of the world's leading certification companies for product safety and has its headquarters in the USA while UL's UK branch is based in Guildford, Surrey.
Underwriters Laboratories announce an important alteration to the UL508A standard
Underwriters Laboratories (UL), the leading US agency in safety certification, announced in March important alterations to the UL508A standard (Industrial Control Panels) which concerns the production of industrial electric panels.
The Standard in Safety - IT Product Certification Seminar
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