Yesterday we were greeted at the front door by our UL Inspector for an unannounced field inspection…surprise! At another facility, there might be a cry for alarm, but at Coast Label Company there was no mad scramble, no rush to hide this or go find that. We just sat him down and asked what he was checking today. 30 minutes later we shook his hand and waved goodbye. No variances, no issues, just business as usual. It was that easy.
What Is A UL Inspection?
A UL field inspection is an assessment conducted by UL professionals to evaluate a product’s compliance with safety standards. During the inspection, UL inspectors will visit your manufacturing site or installation location to examine the product, verify that it meets UL’s rigorous safety requirements, and ensure it is being used or produced correctly. They may check things like labeling, design, materials, and construction to confirm everything aligns with the applicable standards.
What Happens At A UL Field Inspection?
Would you be surprised to know that as part of our level of certification, Coast Label Company receives four random UL field inspections a year? Underwriters’ Laboratories inspectors appear at any time–no appointments, and usually no warning. A UL field inspection can happen at any time. They can and will ask to see records from past jobs. Inspection of the factory floor, materials, inks, and machinery is guaranteed. They even collect physical label samples to send to the lab for further testing and verification. They are very detailed in their work…fortunately so are we.
How We Can Help
As a label manufacturer, we can help ensure your products meet all necessary regulatory standards by providing high-quality, durable labels that are fully compliant with safety and industry requirements. We work closely with you to design labels that are not only visually appealing but also clearly convey important information, such as safety instructions, warnings, and certification marks. With our expertise, we ensure that your labels adhere to UL standards, are properly tested for durability, and are optimized for clear communication. This helps prevent costly compliance issues and ensures your products are ready for approval and market success.
Conclusion
Being a UL Label provider is about more than just the labels. It also requires a facility that can back up that work by passing the compliance inspections. When the validity of your labels depends on the facility that stands behind it, it’s nice to know that Coast Label is a partner for whom UL field inspections are routine–not panic attacks.
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