What is ULC certification?

ULC Certificate indicates that the installation is inspected, tested and maintained by the Listed alarm service company. Provision that all components of a program are in place and the system is included in the ULC database.

Is ULC certification accepted in Canada?

ULC MARK. The ULC Mark is issued by Underwriters Laboratories of Canada, a member of the UL family of companies. This mark is nationally recognized in Canada for many types of products, including building materials and fire protection and suppression products.

What is difference between ULC and CSA?

Unlike CSA, a UL certification applies only to the United States. The organization can perform the tests to the international standards (ISO) or Canada (C – UL), but only the UL logo indicates that the product has been certified to the United States only. This is the main difference between the two organizations.

What ULC stands for?

unlimited liability company
An unlimited liability company (“ULC”) is a common entity US businesses use as a Canadian subsidiary or to hold Canadian assets. However, the shareholders of a ULC do incur liability for the corporation’s debts and liabilities.

What is the UL certification process like?

UL certification is a lengthy and costly process that is very thorough. The testing mainly revolves around fitness and durability, however this requires each component in the product to be tested individually to ensure it meets the intended purposes of the initial design.

What is ul EcoLogo certification?

UL ECOLOGO® Certification helps companies and manufacturers gain a competitive edge in the marketplace by credibly communicating the reduced environmental impact of their product, service or package. ECOLOGO ® Certification is based on multi-attribute, life-cycle-based sustainability standards.

Is UL certification required for your product?

UL certification is only necessary for products that plug into an AC power outlet. Most battery powered products need to have their battery recharged at some point with an AC power outlet. You can avoid this UL certification requirement if your product uses a pre-certified stand-alone charger.

Is UL certification important?

Obtaining UL Certification is important because it demonstrates manufacturers and service providers competency. Consumers want to know the company they hire to install their equipment is qualified to do the job right, and that they take the time to ensure that all of the products they install are tested and meet safety standards.