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An FM Approvals certification confirms which property loss prevention products perform as expected under the most demanding circumstances. The FM APPROVED mark provides independent validation of performance and is recognized and respected worldwide.
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Equipment for explosive atmospheres
Multiple protection methods are available for certification of products for use in explosive atmospheres.
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Roofing and associated equipment
These assemblies and associated equipment undergo extensive testing to verify they can withstand a natural hazard or fire event.
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Flood mitigation products
These tested and certified products are evaluated for their ability to control riverine- or rainfall-related flood conditions.
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Cybersecurity of connected equipment
Evaluating the conformance of industrial control and connected systems to internationally-recognized standards.
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With the latest FM Approved roofing information, RoofNav lists 92,000+ tested and certified roofing-related products and assemblies. Streamline your roofing decisions with confidence using RoofNav.
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Ensuring unmatched quality and compliance
FM Approvals marks & auditing support ongoing conformity
To maintain technical integrity, FM Approvals employs detailed guidelines around the use of the FM APPROVED certification mark and the accompanying surveillance audits of all manufacturers.
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Offering additional certifications
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FM Approvals is accredited and recognized by reputable organizations to test and certify products to their requirements – including ATEX, IECEX, CPR, Standards Council of Canada, and more.
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FM Approvals plays significant role in EOTA’s adoption of flood-related EAD
EAD 180002-00-0706 for opening and perimeter barriers was developed largely based on the technical requirements in ANSI/FM Approvals 2510
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First FM Approved Condition Monitoring Systems for Transformer Bushings
ZTZ Services’ ZVCM‑1001 and TransMAX 2000 have been tested and received third-party certification to FM Approvals Standard 6510
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Secondary perils have become primary challenges
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