If you have always wondered why the terms UL/FM are found on firefighting pumps, this blog is for you. VEMC is one of the leading Kirloskar Fire Fighting Pump Dealers and in this blog, we give you a comprehensive understanding of these certifications.
What is the UL and FM certificate?
Factory Mutual (FM) Global is an international property insurance and loss prevention company. It is a leading mutual insurance company with high-quality control standards. Being certified by the FM simply means your product holds the highest standards of quality. In fact, only FM-approved firefighting products are offered fire insurance by companies across the world.
UL on the other hand stands for Underwriter Laboratories Inc. This is the top-notch testing institute in the US and one of the leading public safety test labs globally. They perform testing of materials, products and equipment for safety in terms of health and property security. Just like FM, their certificate is recognised the world over as a guarantee for high-quality standards in firefighting.
Both UL and FM are globally recognised for having rigorous quality testing measurements and as a result, have been established as a mark of reliability. In the case of firefighting pumps, having UL and FM certificates is all the more important. It indicates that the pump is well-equipped and reliable enough to deal with a breakout. This can be of critical importance as fires can lead to life-and-death situations and immense loss of property.
Standards set by UL and FM
It is important that the firefighting equipment meet the codes and procedures set by UL and FM before they get certified. For instance, to get approval from FM, the following criteria are necessary:
- Plastic pipe and fittings
- Automatic and ESFR fire sprinklers
- Foam, dry chemical and CO2 extinguishers
- Heat detectors
- Fire alarm control panels, signalling devices and detection products
Likewise, some of the criteria set by UL are:
- Fire sprinklers
- Alarm, pressure-reducing, check and pump relief valves
- Fire doors
- Fire pumps and accessories
- Indicating pressure gauges for fire protection
Why these certifications are necessary
As any Kirloskar Fire Pump Dealer may tell you, firefighting pump manufacturers are in the business of life-saving. This means they need to win the confidence of their customers by highlighting their capability to act in fire emergencies. When manufacturers acquire a certificate from a reputable third party like UL and FM, it means their products have met the requisite standards of quality and reliability. This is great for all stakeholders: manufacturers, fire departments and end customers.
Conclusion
Quite clearly, having the UL and FM certifications under your belt is a great confidence booster for your customers. VEMC –– a Kirloskar authorised dealer supplies FM and UL-approved MSMO firefighting sets known for their reliability and effectiveness in emergencies.
For more information, call us at 022 43436655 or email us at marketing@vemc.co.in. We are the leading Kirloskar Dealer in Mumbai, with a rich experience of over 70 years in the field of pumping.