FM Approvals mark

Tested and certified

Resilient loss prevention is backed by scientific research

  • FM Approvals opens new headquarters in Norwood, Massachusetts

    Now located at 1165 Boston-Providence Turnpike, Norwood, MA 02026, USA
    Our offices

Objective testing evaluates performance

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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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  • Product development

    View FM Approval Standards

    Our 200+ standards illustrate the approval criteria for all product and service categories.

  • Request approval

    Apply for certification

    Initiate a request to test and certify products to the requirements of our internationally-recognized standards.

  • FM APPROVED products

    Access the Approval Guide

    Our Approval Guide houses real-time information about FM Approved products and services.

  • Roofnav

    Explore FM Approved roofing assemblies

    Navigate the complexities of roofing system configurations and access the latest FM Approved assemblies in RoofNav.

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Trusted Worldwide for 140+ Years

  • 30+
    Organizations accredit FM Approvals
  • 135,000+
    FM Approved products
  • 1.1M
    FM Approved roofing assemblies
     
  • Equipment for explosive atmospheres

    Equipment for explosive atmospheres

    Multiple protection methods are available for certification of products for use in explosive atmospheres.

  • Roofing

    Roofing and associated equipment

    These assemblies and associated equipment undergo extensive testing to verify they can withstand a natural hazard or fire event.

  • Flood mitigation

    Flood mitigation products

    These tested and certified products are evaluated for their ability to control riverine- or rainfall-related flood conditions.

  • cyber lock

    Cybersecurity of connected equipment

    Evaluating the conformance of industrial control and connected systems to internationally-recognized standards.

Your partner for third-party testing and certification

Our worldwide presence and internationally-recognized certifications position us to serve as your strategic partner.

  • Man on roof with hard hat

    Simplify roofing configuration and installation

    RoofNav: FM Approved roofing information and recommendations

    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

    Single source for worldwide certifications

    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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Featured insights, product alerts, and more…

Stay informed about noteworthy property loss prevention testing and certification developments.

  • Water mist

    Water mist now viable for fire risks faced by modern data centers

    For full-building protection, including the higher-hazard white space

  • Fire risk

    Mitigating data center fire risks with FM Approved materials, panels, and more

    Fires in data centers can have financial and operational consequences

  • Green Sustainable

    Going beyond green for data centers

    Balancing international sustainability standards with resilience

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Loss prevention backed by scientific research

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