Monday, May 19, 2014:UL has introduced a streamlined process for manufacturers to obtain a UL listing for LED surface-mounted tube lamps. This process is particularly helpful for the Indian LED Luminaire manufacturers, as they export their products to a great extent. Moreover, UL India gives a lot of certifications to Indian LED maufacturers.
Keeping in mind the growth projected in the LED market, manufacturers are looking for ways to incorporate LED technology into existing luminaire designs. UL has designed an approach to help them move products to market quickly while preserving safety levels.
UL’s Classified LED Retrofit Conversion Kit provides a simple process for converting surface-mounted luminaires from fluorescent light source technology to LED light source technology. Through the combination of the UL Listed surface-mounted fluorescent tube lamp luminaire design and the factory installation of the conversion kit, UL eliminates the need to conduct a temperature test on the final product, saving time and money.
According to a press statement, Roberto Inclinati, a UL business development manager, said, “UL is dedicated to maintaining high levels of safety in new LED applications while continuing to act as an important ingredient in our lighting customers’ success in the marketplace. This approach to UL certification for LED surface-mounted luminaires offers a cost-effective solution that recognizes the need to get products to market quickly.” It is noteworthy that UL conducts safety certification and performance testing to meet applicable component standards and regulations in the lighting industry.
