What are FM standards?
FM approvals uses scientific research and testing to make sure products conform to the highest standards for safety and property loss prevention. Products that pass get the “FM APPROVED” mark. Think of it as like the Good Housekeeping seal of approval, only better.
What is UL and FM approved?
Thus, when you see either “UL listed” or “FM approved,” it essentially means it was tested by the safety organizations for a specific application and “listed,” aka “certified.” UL’s services boost consumer confidence and promote a safer world.
What is FM Approved valve?
Mueller® UL listed, FM approved check valves are of the gravity operated, swing check design. They are rugged in construction and simple in design, allowing for removal of all parts through the top of the valve for inspection or replacement without removing the valve from the line.
What does FM stand for in fire protection?
FM (Factory Mutual) Approval is a national recognized testing laboratory (non-government operated). Their mission is similar to that of UL in that they test and certify safety equipment to ensure that it is up to standard. However, the most significant difference is that FM Global mainly focuses on fire equipment.
What is FM pipe?
The FM approval means that the pipes and fittings correspond to the highest requirements – ensuring consistent quality of the product range – achieved by means of a third party audit undertaken by FM.
What is FM or UL?
FM provides insurances while UL is focusing mainly on product testing. FM excels in the firefighting and fire protection field; while UL has set foot in consumer electronics in addition to firefighting equipment and fire protection products.
What does FM quality mean?
FM Approvals is the quality mark issued by FM Global for products that comply with the high demands FM Global makes. One of the requirements for taking out an insurance with FM Global is that the materials used for a building to be insured are FM Approved.