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UL Recognized Core Labels

Cores

“Make sure you have your core labels,” says pretty much every UL Inspector ever. One of the biggest reasons UL 969 labels are rejected by a UL Inspector is the lack of core labels. But what exactly are core labels, and why are they so important? Let’s start with the why. Let me walk you through this this […]

7 Quick Tips for UL Labels

Labels on conveyor

Here are some helpful tips I’ve compiled over the years working with companies to produce their Underwriter’s Laboratories labels: (1) Do sweat the details: There’s a lot of details and jargon–but they are important. For example, did you know the difference between PGJI2 and PGJI8 compliant labels is literally a country (USA versus Canada in this case)? […]

UL Label Terms: CSA C22.2 No. 0.15

Sterile Label

CSA C22.2 No. 0.15 is the designation for the CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard that covers Marking and Labeling Systems. While similar to the ANSI / UL 969 Label and Marking Standard, some test methods differ. As a result additional testing is necessary to grant a Canadian Recognition. Products found to be in compliance with the […]