Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) for
Appliances and HVAC/R Equipment
Testing your products for wireless certifications or EMC can help
you gain access to critical global markets. With our unmatched
speed of testing, technical accuracy and knowledgeable staff at
your disposal, UL can help streamline the process by combining
your wireless or EMC test program with product safety
certification services for the UL Mark, and other international
certifications.
Why EMC?
EMC describes how well a product operates without
introducing electromagnetic disturbances that interfere with
the operation of other electrical products. Self declaration
is an option in the European Union for demonstrating
compliance to EMC requirements whereas the Federal
Communications Commission requires all testing be
performed at an approved FCC facility for many product
categories. However, it is prudent for manufacturers to
demonstrate due diligence through third-party testing to
ensure compliance and avoid potentially costly obstacles to
marketing your products.
The UL Advantage
Here’s a sample of what we offer:
• A global company with a local face
EMC test laboratories located around the world
• Fully automated, state-of-the-art EMC labs conveniently
located throughout the U.S. capable of testing 24/7
• Complete emissions testing can be completed in as little as
two hours with test data available the same day
• Superior speed, accuracy, and repeatability from our
10-meter chamber
• 3-meter semi-anechoic chambers are ideal for prototype
testing and preliminary measurements
• iNARTE Certified EMC staff with decades of testing and
mitigation experience in the product areas needed to meet
international regulatory requirements
• Highly trained lab staff and engineering project managers
that will oversee your project throughout the entire
submittal process, ensuring timely delivery of all test data
and reports
to manufacturers. That’s why we’ve built our global test
• EMC industry leaders on staff who actively participate in
standards-development worldwide: CISPR, ANSI, SAE, ISO/
IEC
data acquisition and provide comprehensive reports in an
• Quick market approval for products
At UL, we understand that time to market is everything
capabilities which utilize the latest technology to automate
accurate and efficient manner.
• Help in meeting unique requirements of every market
For more information T: 1.877.UL.HELPS (1.877.854.3577) / W: ul.com/emc
To receive a quote, submit your request to EMCquote@us.ul.com
EMC Requirements for Appliance and HVAC/R Product Categories
Market
Product Category
Kitchen Appliances (mains powered and battery
powered), e.g., refrigerators, freezers, coffee
makers, grinders, and percolators, deep-fat
fryers, dish washers, kettles, toasters, rice
cookers, etc.
Asia Pacific
U.S./Canada
Europe
FCC Part 15/ICES-003.
(Optional)
Note 1
CE mark – EMC
Directive. Note 2
C-tick. Note 3
EN 55014-1 Part 1:
Emissions
AS/NZS CISPR 14.1
Emissions
EN 55014-2 Part 2:
Immunity
AS/NZS CISPR 14.2
Immunity (Optional)
Australia/New Zealand
Power Tools (mains powered and battery
powered: portable and stationary), e.g., drills,
saws, grinders, screwdrivers, spray guns, etc.
As above
As above
As above
HVAC Products, e.g., boilers, room heaters, fan
heaters, convectors, air conditioning equipment,
heat pumps, thermostats for portable or
removable room heating equipment, etc.
As above
As above
As above
Pool and Spa Equipment
As above
As above
As above
Commercial Cooking Appliances, e.g., induction
cooking devices, microwave ovens, cooking
ranges with automatic plates, cooking ovens,
cooking pans, waffle irons, deep-fat fryers, etc.
As above and optionally
FCC Part 18/ICES-001
As above
As above
Note 4, 5
• Note 1: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_05/47cfr15_05.html
• Note 2: http://ec.europa.eu/enterprise/sectors/electrical/documents/emc/legislation/
• Note 3: http://www.acma.gov.au/WEB/STANDARD/pc=PC_310707
• Note 4: If a product generates RF energy to perform work e.g. microwave oven, shrink wrappers, FCC Part 18 applies. The prime
distinction between Part 18 and Part 15 devices is that Part 18 devices use RF to do something, and Part 15 devices use RF to
communicate or send a command. Part 18 devices do not perform communication functions.
• Note 5: http://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/waisidx_07/47cfr18_07.html
For more information T: 1.877.UL.HELPS (1.877.854.3577) / W: ul.com/emc
To receive a quote, submit your request to EMCquote@us.ul.com
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