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.
Global Certification
FM Approvals' ATEX, CPD, SCC and IECEx certification processes provide cost-efficient testing and certification for certain products throughout Canada, Europe, the United States and beyond.
» Learn more about our global certification services.
News and Product Alerts
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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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.
FM Approvals also provides services and resources to meet your needs. Select from the categories below:
» Approval Standards
» Approval Guide
» Central Station Service/Placarding
» Customer Resources
» ISO 9000
» RoofNav
» Specification Testing
Setting the Standard
Approval Standards illustrate the Approval criteria of various types of products and services.
Approval Guide
The Approval Guide lists all products and services that are FM Approved.
Hazardous Locations Seminar
Avoid the dangers of employing electrical equipment in hazardous locations.
Contact FM Approvals
FM Approvals experts can assist you with any questions you may have.