likephysics said:Any one know about UL factory inspection?
I think they visit the factory 2-4 times a year.
Who pays for it - does the factory take care of it.
Is there something like a UL listed factory.
UL said:UL factory inspections provide customized product inspection support, based on customers' predefined parameters or customer-accepted specifications. These inspections provide retailers, buyers and original equipment manufacturers confidence in the quality of the suppliers that they work with as well as the reliability of the products that are sourced from these suppliers.
berkeman said:And yes, the factory pays for the inspection/certification.
likephysics said:berkeman, If an organization is getting UL certification for a product, they have to pay for certification.
If the organization is getting it manufactured externally like in China, the Chinese factory pays for UL factory inspection?
likephysics said:berkeman, do you know if this is only for UL or do factories pay for UL equivalent factory inspection also like CSA, TUV.
A UL factory inspection is a thorough evaluation of a factory's processes, procedures, and products to ensure they meet the safety and quality standards set by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
A UL factory inspection is important because it helps ensure that products produced by the factory are safe for consumers to use. It also helps maintain the integrity of the UL certification process.
The factory is responsible for paying for the UL factory inspection. This cost is typically included in the overall cost of the UL certification process.
During a UL factory inspection, a team of trained inspectors will visit the factory and review all aspects of the production process, including materials, equipment, and quality control procedures. They may also conduct tests on representative samples of products to ensure they meet UL standards.
Some common issues found during a UL factory inspection include inadequate quality control measures, the use of substandard materials, and failure to comply with UL safety standards. These issues can result in the factory being denied UL certification.