Services for Valves in a Fire Suppression System

Overview of valve testing, evaluation and certification

We provide testing, certification and standards development for all types of valves used in fire suppression systems, including:

• Alarm valves
• Check valves
• Deluge valves
• Dry-pipe valves
• Butterfly valves 
• Pilot operated valves
• Pressure reducing and pressure restricting valves
• Trim and drain valves
• Ball valves
• Fire pump relief valves

Valves are subjected to performance tests in accordance with each respective standard. 

We test to UL Standards, and the requirements for the installation and use of these valves are included in the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) installation standards for valves: NFPA 11, 13, 14, 15, 16, 20, 22 and 24. We are also authorized to certify valves to Canadian standards.

Valves compliant with European Norm (EN) valve testing standards may use the CE Mark for the Construction Products Regulation (CPR), which applies to European products incorporated into permanent structures.

Benefits of valve testing, evaluation and certification with UL

As an industry leader in fire safety certification, we can help you reduce time to market by customizing our services to meet your needs. We have access to state-of-the-art valve testing facilities and a highly experienced technical team with extensive code knowledge. Combined, these capabilities have made the UL Mark one of the most recognized and respected symbols in fire safety around the world.

Leverage UL expertise in fire suppression system services

We’ve made it our business to test and certify fire-related products — that’s why we can offer so many advantages to manufacturers and users of fire suppression equipment. Our team of fire safety experts understands the industry inside and out, which is why we can customize testing solutions to meet almost any need. Plus, we can simplify the testing process by tapping into our worldwide database of resources. Not only can we perform operational tests at our state-of-the-art hydraulics laboratory in Northbrook, Illinois, we can also perform tests at third-party laboratories around the world — saving you time, travel costs and a lot of hassle.