The importance of UL-listed Label

In today's highly regulated industrial environment, safety and compliance are more important than ever. One of the most trusted marks of safety and quality is the UL-listed label. From electronics, appliances, or industrial equipment, a UL approval label confirms that the product has undergone thorough testing and meets specific internationally recognized safety standards.

What Are UL Labels?

UL labels are issued by Underwriters Laboratories, a global safety certification company that sets strict standards for product safety. They are globally recognized symbols of quality and compliance, providing consumers with confidence that the products they use are safe.

Why UL Approval Labels is important for industry?

• Proof of Product Safety
  The main purpose of a UL approval label is to verify the safety of a product. UL conducts rigorous testing on factors such as Electrical insulation, Mechanical durability, Fire and flammability resistance, Environmental impact.
  These tests ensure that the product performs safely under various conditions, minimizing risks like electrical faults, fires, or equipment breakdown.
• Regulatory Compliance 
  In many countries, industrial products without the certification cannot legally be sold or installed. UL approval label provides the trusted certification that helps businesses meet:
  - OSHA and NFPA standards (USA)
  - CSA compliance (Canada)
  - IEC and ISO standards (international)
  Whether it’s for domestic or export use, if there is no UL approval label can cause to shipment rejections, fines, or delays.
• Supports Quality Assurance Systems
  Traceability through file numbers and product IDs/ serial no., Certification reports for audits and Safety and performance consistency
• Mandated by Buyers and Inspectors
  Procurement can reject if without UL labels because of safety citations
• Ensures Label Durability in Harsh Conditions
  Such as abrasion resistance, temperature resistance, humidity and UV resistance and chemical exposure
• Enhances Brand Trust and Buyer Confidence
  Meets recognized safety benchmarks and Reduces failure or damage risks

Certification and Approval Process for Thermal transfer Ribbon and Label

The approval process includes assigning a UL File number. This number signifies that the Thermal transfer Ribbon and labels used in the label’s construction meet UL’s stringent requirements. It’s a hallmark of reliability and compliance for manufacturers and consumers.

Whenever if the manufacturers make the label to UL Recognized labels must ensure the labels must be printed with UL-approved Thermal Transfer ribbons.

Ricoh Thermal transfer ribbons are approved UL which can be used with many approved UL label brands. 
Wax Resin: B110A
Resin:  B110CR, B120EC, B110C and B110CU 
View a list of UL certified labels and RICOH ribbons visit http://www.ul.com