FM Approvals:
Setting the Standard in
Third-Party Certification
Your customers demand quality, and your position in the marketplace depends on producing quality products. Ensure the quality of your products and protect your market share by obtaining third-party certification from FM Approvals.

Industrial and commercial companies around the world rely on products and services that are FM Approved and specification tested to protect their properties from loss. The FM APPROVED mark, which is backed by scientific research and testing, tells customers your product conforms to the highest standards.
Our Mission
FM Approvals certifies products and services with a unique focus on:
- Objectively testing property loss prevention products and services and certifying those that meet rigorous loss prevention standards.
- Encouraging the development and use of FM Approved products and services that improve and advance property loss prevention practices.
News and Product Alerts
18 Jan 10
FM Approvals has been made aware of the discovery of two counterfeit valves manufactured to resemble Giacomini products.
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9 Sept 09
An update to the September 1983 issue of Approval Standard 2030 is now available. The mechanical testing requirements and methods have been harmonized with other automatic sprinkler standards, as appropriate. Water distribution and fire test requirements and methods have also been updated.
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20 Aug 09
Globe Fire Sprinkler Corporation (Globe) Automatic Fire Sprinklers have been Counterfeited and Distributed in the North Africa/Middle East Market
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