UL acquires Germany-based eco-Institut

Rebecca Prescott16 May 2012

UL, a company specialising in advancing safety, has acquired eco-Institut, a product emissions and chemical content testing provider based in Cologne, Germany.

The combined expertise of eco-Institut and UL uniquely positions UL as a full-service provider for clients looking to test and certify to any major North American and European product emissions standard.

Sara Greenstein, president of UL Environment, said: "UL is committed to facilitating the creation of healthier indoor environments by both advancing the science of indoor air quality and widening market preference for manufacturers of healthier, low-emitting products.

"By combining eco-Institut with UL, we can provide European manufacturers with instant access to the global marketplace via local experts with regional and international market savvy."

Source: UL

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