In some specific situations, code authorities use product evaluation reports to provide technical evidence that a new or alternative material, product, design or method of construction complies with the intent of the building codes. UL Solutions makes these technical evaluations available through the issuance of UL Solutions evaluation reports.
UL Solution evaluation reports are intended to provide guidance to code authorities, architects, designers, contractors, installers and other built environment influencers in determining code compliance for products in which:
- The product is not included in the model installation codes.
- The model installation codes do not identify specific and clear requirements for the product.
- The model installation codes have multiple requirements for the product not covered by a single standard.
These evaluation reports are based on the requirements in the model installation codes and other standardized requirements. UL certifications and UL Solutions evaluation reports demonstrate product compliance with code requirements.
Code authorities trust UL Solutions evaluation reports
UL Solutions has vast testing experience, a strong reputation for technical excellence, thousands of product safety certifications within the built environment, intimate knowledge of the product and test standards referenced within the model codes, and full involvement with the model code development processes.
Tools for achieving code compliance
Learn how to use the UL Product iQ® database to access UL Solutions evaluation reports in order to determine code compliance.
Locating UL Solutions evaluation reports
Sign in to Product iQ to access the UL Solutions evaluation reports, available in the Evaluation Reports Directory under categories ULER and ULER7. The individual reports include identification of the codes and their editions, the evaluation requirements, product use and installation, condition of use, product description, performance characteristics, markings, and identification.
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The following table lists additional categories for UL Solutions evaluation reports:
| Category name | CSI MasterFormat® division number | UL Solutions product category code |
|---|---|---|
| Thermal Protection | 07 20 00 | ULEX and ULEX7 |
| Weather Barriers | 07 25 00 | ULEY |
| Steep-slope Roofing | 07 30 00 | ULEZ |
| Membrane Roofing | 07 50 00 | ULFB |
| Roof and Wall Specialties and Accessories | 07 70 00 | ULFD |
| Fire and Smoke Protection | 07 80 00 | ULFE |
| Plaster and Gypsum Board | 09 20 00 | ULFP |
| Cast Decks and Underlayments | 03 50 00 | ULEU |
| Plastic Composites | 06 00 00 | ULEV |
| Fire-retardant-treated Wood | 06 05 00 | ULET |
| HVAC Air Distribution | 23 30 00 | ULFR |
| Ventilation Hoods | 23 38 00 | ULFZ |
| Factory-fabricated 3D Printed Building Construction | ULFQ |
The approval of building products, materials or systems is the responsibility of the code authority or authority having jurisdiction.