Achieving safety and compliance for electrical equipment in Canada is critical. The Canadian Electrical Code requires electrical equipment to meet specific standards before use, but meeting these requirements does not always need to involve a full product certification process, which can be time-consuming and may include destructive testing.
Special inspection-field evaluation services performed by UL Solutions in Canada offer an efficient alternative, evaluating equipment to the SPE-1000 Model Code for Field Evaluation of Electrical Equipment.
Special inspection-field evaluation services: A streamlined path to compliance
Special inspection-field evaluation services carried out by UL Solutions in Canada offer the flexibility of evaluating your equipment either before or after installation at a location convenient for you. This program is particularly beneficial for manufacturers, importers and end users dealing with:
- Custom-engineered equipment
- Equipment shipped to and installed at the final destination
- Low-volume or limited production batches
- New product developments seeking to meet electrical safety requirements
- Prototypes and test samples prior to full certification
- Modified existing equipment
- Products without an existing electrical certification standard
- Situations where time to market is critical and full certification is impractical
The special inspection includes an assessment of the equipment’s compliance with mandatory construction and marking requirements as well as the performance of applicable non-destructive tests as specified in the SPE-1000 standard. The required tests vary depending on the type of equipment and its installation location.
The ULC Field Evaluation Service label: Demonstrate compliance
Once your equipment meets the requirements of Model Code SPE-1000, UL Solutions in Canada applies a serialized ULC Field Evaluation Service label to the electrical equipment and provides a final report to electrical authorities. This label and report serve as proof of compliance, which local electrical authorities require before the equipment can be used.
Importantly, the ULC Field Evaluation Service label and final report are recognized and accepted by Canadian electrical authorities, and UL Solutions in Canada is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada. This recognition demonstrates that when you work with UL Solutions in Canada, you’re partnering with an agency with extensive experience in electrical safety.
Why choose UL Solutions in Canada for special inspection-field evaluation services?
- Industry expertise – The UL Solutions team has extensive experience with a wide range of equipment and thoroughly understands the SPE-1000 standard and related equipment requirements.
- Technical support – Throughout the process, UL Solutions provides technical support to help you bring your equipment into compliance.
- Recognition by Canadian electrical authorities – The ULC Field Evaluation Service label and final report are trusted and accepted by Canadian electrical authorities, providing confidence in your equipment’s compliance.
By choosing UL Solutions special inspection-field evaluation services, you can efficiently and effectively demonstrate that your electrical equipment meets the Canadian safety requirements of the Model Code SPE-1000.
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