Oct 31, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware that the VEGA PLICSCOM display module may, in rare cases, result in an energy level exceeding the allowable limits for intrinsic safety gas groups AB / IIC.
Sep 30, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Siemens AG of a potential safety related hazard caused by a supplier quality issue in the SIMATIC ET 200SP 4x 24..230VAC/2A ST (6ES7 132-6FD00-0BB1) DQ and the SIMATIC S7-1500 PS 60W 24/48/60 VDC HF (6ES7505-0RB00-0AB0) Modules.
Jun 17, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Rosemount Analytical / Emerson of a manufacturing defect in Rosemount 396 and 398 Series pH sensors that led to sensors being shipped with uncured encapsulating epoxy between August 22nd and August 25th, 2023. The sensors are FM Approved for use in Hazardous (Classified) Locations (potentially explosive atmospheres).
Jun 11, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Yokogawa Process Analyzers (YPA) Europe BV that they had identified a manufacturing defect resulting in a deviation from the Approved product design for the intrinsically safe ISC40S Inductive Conductivity Sensor that is FM Approved for the USA and Canada for use in Hazardous Locations (potentially explosive atmospheres).
May 09, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware of a quality issue in certain System Sensor “Low Frequency Fire Alarm Sounders” that could result in low volume sound or no sound.
Apr 16, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Kidde-Fenwal Inc. of a potential safety related issue involving the Kidde Fire Systems Low Pressure Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System. The root cause of the concern is related to a quality control issue.
Apr 11, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit air vents (release valves) found in Thailand bearing the FM Approvals’ certification mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Mar 19, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Gorman Rupp Pumps of a potential safety related issue involving submersible pump motors manufactured with an undersized ground wire.
Feb 26, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware by Kidde Products Limited of a potential safety related issue involving the Kidde Fire Protection High Pressure Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System. It has been determined that the end cap of the Klem discharge valve assembly has the potential to detach from the valve body while under pressure, potentially causing property damage, injury, or death.
Jan 29, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware of a small number of failures involving certain Victaulic® FireLock™ IGS™ Installation-Ready™ Style V9 Sprinkler Couplings manufactured between May 2020 and October 2021.
Jan 19, 2024
FM Approvals has been made aware of a potential safety risk pertaining to the LON version of the LS2000 Open Path Combustible Gas Detector, Models: LS2000Sx14xxxxR and LS2000Sx14xxxxRM. There have been reported instances of these detectors being non-responsive.
Dec 27, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit Giacomini SpA Pressure Restricting Valves that were found in Thailand bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Oct 31, 2023
Oct 17, 2023
Sep 18, 2023
Sep 15, 2023
Begin the approval process by completing the Application for New Products form.
Sep 15, 2023
Update company or contact information, request technical revision to products or request manufacturing location changes by completing the FM Approvals Approved Products/Specification-Tested Revision Request form.
Sep 15, 2023
For customers seeking approval of products designed for use in Hazardous Locations.
Sep 15, 2023
For customers seeking approval of products designed for use in Hazardous Locations.
Sep 12, 2023
Sep 12, 2023
Aug 31, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of overheating of the Electric Hydraulic Lift Pump Motor and the Auxiliary Lift Pump Motor used in GENIE–TEREX USA Models Z30, Z34, and Z45 Articulation Boom Type EE Electric-Battery-Powered Industrial Truck manufactured between March 1998 and June 2019 that bear the FM Approvals’ certification mark.
Refer to Product Alert Appendix for specific model and serial numbers applicable to this Product Alert.
Aug 21, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit spray nozzles found in Saudi Arabia bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Aug 21, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers found in Saudi Arabia bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Aug 21, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers found in Saudi Arabia bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Aug 14, 2023
Jul 19, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware by Kidde Fire Systems of a potential safety related issue involving Advanced Delivery Systems (ADS) using either 3M™ Novec™ 1230 Fire Protection Fluid or FM-200™/HFC-227ea. The root cause of the concern is related to the incorrect selection of a Nitrogen orifice fitting.
Jul 14, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers with a sprinkler identification number (SIN) "TY7226" found in Brazil bearing an FM Approvals mark.
Jul 14, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers with a sprinkler identification number (SIN) “TY325” found in India bearing an FM Approvals mark.
Jul 14, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers with a sprinkler identification number (SIN) “TY3351” found in India bearing an FM Approvals mark.
Jul 14, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers with a sprinkler identification number (SIN) “TY9223” found in Brazil bearing an FM Approvals mark.
Jun 05, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of label marking issue involving Model DVC6215 Remote Feedback Assembly which did not include a caution statement that for Class I, Division 1 Group A installation, a poured seal is required within 2 inches of the conduit entry. See attached IMPORTANT PRODUCT SERVICE NOTICE issued by Emerson, dated May 31st, 2023.
Mar 01, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware that a fuse in the Cosa Xentaur Corporation XPDM Portable Dewpoint Meter is incorrectly installed, resulting in the XPDM being unsafe for installation in a Class I, Division 1 hazardous (classified) location. See attached Safety Recall Notice issued by Process Insights on 02/14/2023.
Feb 08, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware by Schneider Electric Systems USA, Inc of a potential safety related hazard associated with Model 84C, Remote Vortex Flow Meters in not meeting the design requirement for Explosion proof/flameproof installations.
Feb 06, 2023
Feb 02, 2023
FM Approvals has been made aware of a marking non-compliance related to the Flowserve Logix 3200MD+ Digital Positioner covered by FM Approvals, ATEX and IECEx Certificates.
The product in question is certified with a T6 Temperature Classification in a maximum ambient temperature of 45ºC. The marking non-compliance has led to products being labeled as having a T6 temperature classification in a maximum ambient temperature of 85ºC.
Jan 23, 2023
Jan 23, 2023
Jan 23, 2023
Dec 01, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of an altered FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC) that was identified in circulation in the Philippines. The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the suspect CoC misrepresenting products as FM Approved.
Dec 01, 2022
Cybersecurity certification programs for Industrial Control Systems (ICS), physical devices with cloud-based processes (IoT), and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT)
Oct 12, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit Giacomini S.p.A. firehose nozzles and hose valves (Models A7, A55, and A155) that have been found in the Philippines bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products and the identity of the manufacturer is unknown.
Sep 12, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue that could cause diesel engine fire pump driver heaters and/or coolant hoses to fail.
Sep 06, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of a firmware problem associated with certain Notification Appliances (horns, strobes or combination units) that could result in the device to fail to alarm visually or with sound after a period in excess of 11 months in service.
Aug 25, 2022
Aug 25, 2022
Aug 25, 2022
Aug 25, 2022
Aug 17, 2022
FM Approved intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) mitigate the risk of multiple IBCs being involved in a fire.
Aug 17, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware by Siemens AG of a potential safety related hazard caused by a manufacturing defect in the SIMATIC ET 200SP 4x 120..230VAC ST (6ES7131-6FD01-0BB1) Digital Input Module.
May 13, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware by Mettler-Toledo, LLC that the Models 30538111 and 64060625 Intrinsically Safe Battery Packs are capable of developing a surface temperature in excess of their marked Temperature Classification for potentially explosive gases and vapors and their temperature rating for potentially explosive dusts.
Apr 07, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of an altered FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the suspect CoC misrepresenting products associated with Hebei Chaoshou Pipe Industry Co., Ltd as FM Approved.
Apr 07, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of an altered FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document is an image of the suspect CoC misrepresenting products associated with Weifang Yuchuan Diesel Engine Parts Co., Ltd as FM Approved.
Mar 24, 2022
For customers seeking Functional Safety (SIL) certification of their equipment as per the IEC-61508 standard.
Mar 08, 2022
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit Micro Gas Pre-Engineered Systems found in Egypt bearing an FM Approvals certification mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified this product.
Feb 25, 2022
FM Approvals has been notified by Rosemount Inc. of a safety related product notification involving FM Approved SafEye Quasar 900 Open Path Gas Detectors shipped from March 6, 2013 to January 19, 2021. Reference attached Product Safety Notification (Ref 202104121)
Jan 31, 2022
FM Approvals is accredited or recognized as a test lab, certification agency and/or standards development organization by a number of agencies.
Dec 12, 2021
Dec 12, 2021
Dec 12, 2021
Dec 12, 2021
Dec 12, 2021
Dec 12, 2021
Oct 12, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware that Neles USA Inc received a report of an incident during a demonstration test of their FM Approved Figure 1075 fire safe safety shutoff valves where a fusible link melted and the spring handle did not fully release to close the valve. Metso subsequently evaluated the release mechanism in their lab and determined it did not consistently release the handle to close the valve. The method of attaching the fusible link to the valve actuator has since been modified to provide consistent valve closure and was successfully tested by FM Approvals. See attached Product Announcement issued by Metso Flow Control USA Inc.
Sep 20, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue where the FM Approvals certification mark was inadvertently applied to Borusan Mannesmann Boru 10 in. Schedule 10 steel pipe with a labelled working pressure of 300 psi. Borusan Mannesmann Boru 10 in. Schedule 10 steel pipe is only rated for a working pressure of 175 psi.
Sep 15, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of a counterfeit centrifugal fire pump found in Biñan City in the Laguna province of the Philippines bearing an FM Approvals certification mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified this product.
Jun 11, 2021
Jun 10, 2021
Jun 10, 2021
Jun 09, 2021
Jun 09, 2021
Jun 02, 2021
FM Approvals was notified by Emerson Automation Solutions of a non-conformance involving FM Approved Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitters shipped between April 27, 2020 and February 5, 2021.
May 19, 2021
FM Approvals was notified by Honeywell of a non-conformance involving FM Approved Honeywell FS24X-XXX Flame Detectors shipped between March 1, 2020 and March 12, 2021.
See “Product Identity Table” and Product Quality Alert for Honeywell make/models/serial numbers.
May 17, 2021
May 06, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting products associated with Steel Recon Industries as FM Approved.
Apr 27, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting products associated with Hardy Tools as FM Approved. Hardy Tools has never had a relationship with FM Approvals.
Apr 20, 2021
FM Approvals was notified on March 03, 2021 by Siemens AG of a non-conformance involving FM Approved Siemens AG SIMATIC ET 200SP AI Modules manufactured between September 2018 and December 2020. Reference attached Siemens AG Safety Notice.
Mar 25, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue where the FM Approvals certification mark was inadvertently applied to Jamco Products, Inc., Model BU11 Countertop/Stackable Safety Flammable (6 and 11 gallon) Cabinets. None of these Safety Flammable Cabinets are FM Approved as they have not been tested or examined by FM Approvals.
Mar 09, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting products associated with Jinan United Perfect Building Materials Corporation as FM Approved. Jinan United Perfect Building Materials Corporation has never had a relationship with FM Approvals.
Mar 08, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue where the FM Approvals certification mark was inadvertently applied to Smith-Cooper International, Model No 65E-HP grooved pipe fittings. None of these pipe fittings are FM Approved as they have not been tested or examined by FM Approvals.
Jan 19, 2021
FM Approvals has been made aware by Honeywell Gas Analysis & Safety (listed as Honeywell Analytics in the FM Approval Guide) of a quality issue in certain electro-optical flame detectors that could result in the detectors failing to detect a fire condition as intended.
Dec 15, 2020
Dec 15, 2020
Dec 11, 2020
Dec 11, 2020
Nov 12, 2020
Micropack (Engineering) Ltd shipped non-conforming Micropack (Engineering) Ltd Models FDS300 and FDS301 Optical Flame Detectors, Consilium Marine & Safety AB Models CD-F 300 and CD-F 301 Optical Flame Detectors, Dräger Safety UK Ltd Models Flame 3000 and Flame 5000 Optical Flame Detectors, Micropack (Engineering) Ltd Model FS301 Flame Simulator, Consilium Marine & Safety AB Model CD-FS 301 Flame Simulator, and Dräger Safety UK Ltd Model FS5000 Flame Simulators manufactured between July 2012 and July 2019.
Aug 19, 2020
PMV Automation AB has notified FM Approvals of a potential safety concern involving their Series D3E Digital Valve Positioners shipped to customers in the US between January 1, 2010 and June 30, 2019.
Jun 19, 2020
FM Approvals has been made aware of a product issue in certain mechanical heat detectors that could result in the detector not working as intended as they age.
May 06, 2020
FM Approvals has been notified by Siemens AG of a safety related product recall involving FM Approved Digital Output Modules for the SIMATIC ET 200SP System.
Apr 17, 2020
FM Approvals has been made aware of an issue by Clarke Fire Protection Products Inc./Clarke Fire Protection Products Ltd. that could cause certain diesel engine fire pump drivers to fail to start.
Apr 15, 2020
Apr 01, 2020
Apr 01, 2020
Apr 01, 2020
Apr 01, 2020
Apr 01, 2020
Feb 06, 2020
FM Approvals has been notified by Detcon Inc. of a safety related product recall involving FM Approved TP-524D, TP-524DK and TP-524DS Toxic Gas Detectors.
Jan 27, 2020
FM Approvals has been made aware of steel pipe sold by the subject company bearing counterfeit FM Approvals markings. None of this pipe is FM Approved and it has not been tested or examined by FM Approvals.
Nov 08, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting USA VTON International Group "Solenoid Valve" as FM Approved. USA VTON International Group has never had a relationship with FM Approvals.
Oct 28, 2019
Oct 22, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit Tyco Fire Products automatic fire sprinklers found in Tanauan City in the Batangas province of the Philippines bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Oct 16, 2019
Oct 16, 2019
Oct 09, 2019
Oct 09, 2019
Oct 09, 2019
Oct 08, 2019
Oct 08, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of counterfeit Globe automatic fire sprinklers found in the city of Yiwu in the Zhejiang province of China bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Oct 04, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of suspect counterfeit angle hose valves found in Ecuador bearing an FM Approvals mark. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified these products.
Aug 27, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting Shenzhen Shuangzhen Electronics Co., Ltd "Fire retardant PVC sheet" as FM Approved. Shenzhen Shuangzhen Electronics Co., Ltd has never had a relationship with FM Approvals.
Aug 23, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting HENAN LANPHAN INDUSTRY CO., LTD "Rubber Expansion Joint" as FM Approved. HENAN LANPHAN INDUSTRY CO., LTD has never had a relationship with FM Approvals.
Aug 23, 2019
FM Approvals has been notified by LumaSense Technologies GmbH of a potential defect due to porosities involving the FM USA & Canada Approved and ATEX/ IECEx certified E2T Pulsar 4 Advanced Infra-Red Pyrometers and E2T Pulsar 4 Infra-Red Pyrometers.
Jul 15, 2019
FM Approvals has been made aware of a defect that affects the performance of certain Gamewell-FCI and Notifier brand photoelectric smoke sensors.
Jun 03, 2019
FM Approvals has been notified by ABB Engineering (Shanghai) Ltd. of a potential defect involving FM Approved and ATEX/IECEx certified ABB LMT Series Intrinsically Safe Magnetostrictive Level Transmitters.
May 10, 2019
The falsified CoC misrepresents Leyon Steel Co., Ltd. gasketed and non-gasketed pipe fittings as FM Approved. Leyon Steel Co., Ltd. has no relationship with FM Approvals.
May 10, 2019
The falsified CoC misrepresents Metaflex Doors India Pvt. Ltd various products (MF7, MAK Freezer, MAK Chiller, POLLUX Chiller Silding Door, MAK Blast Freezer, CA Doors, and MAK Industrial Door) as FM Approved. Metaflex Doors India Pvt. Ltd has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Apr 18, 2019
Apr 18, 2019
Apr 18, 2019
Apr 17, 2019
Mar 22, 2019
Fisher Controls International LLC has announced a potential safety/performance related concern involving their DLC 3010 Digital Level Controllers with a non-conformance in regards to intrinsic safety requirements. Please refer to the Product Advisory issued November 7, 2018 by Emerson Automation Solutions.
Mar 22, 2019
Kidde-Fenwal Inc. Sentinel LS Vehicle Fire Protection System may be subject to an issue involving the system safety relief affecting the performance and proper operation of the system. Refer to Kidde Safety Notice Bulletin #2019-02K.
Feb 19, 2019
Counterfeit automatic upright sprinklers manufactured with company identification "Tyco". Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Jan 09, 2019
FM Approvals has been notified by Dresser, LLC. of a potential safety concern involving FM Approved, ATEX and IECEx certified Masoneilan SVI 2 Instrinsically Safe Valve Positioners
Dec 09, 2018
Counterfeit angle hose valves manufactured with numerous incorrect counterfeit identifiers. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Dec 05, 2018
Counterfeit angle hose valves manufactured with numerous incorrect counterfeit identifiers. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Nov 08, 2018
FM Approvals has been notified by Rotork Controls Inc. of a potential safety concern involving FM Approved Rotork IQ3 Electric Valve Actuators (with SIL Control Board Option)
Oct 26, 2018
SPP Pumps Ltd. has announced a potential safety/performance related concern involving the coupling assembly/flywheel adapter plate used within their model TD20D fire pump set. The flywheel adapter plate is manufactured by Centa. Units identified within the Product Alert and SPP’s Technical Field Bulletin should have the coupling replaced.
Oct 25, 2018
Kidde Products Limited High Pressure Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System (CO2 Klem Valve Assembly) may be subject to a manufacturing defect affecting the performance of the copper burst disk in the CO2 Klem valve, a component of the Kidde Fire Protection High Pressure Carbon Dioxide Extinguishing System. Refer to Kidde Safety Bulletin.
Oct 22, 2018
PR electronics A/S has announced a potential safety concern involving Type 7501 Field Mounted HART Temperature Transmitters (models without glass window). Units identified in PR electronics A/S’s Product Alert (see also PR electronics A/S Customer Recall letter) must be removed from service immediately and returned to PR electronics A/S.
Oct 19, 2018
Servomex Group Limited Extended Chassis Servopro 4100/4900 Gas Analyzers were produced bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. These models are not FM Approved.
Oct 18, 2018
Oct 16, 2018
Oct 12, 2018
Oct 12, 2018
Oct 12, 2018
Aug 27, 2018
Counterfeit pipe fittings manufactured with company identification “National”. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Aug 22, 2018
The falsified CoC misrepresents Henan Panels Industry Co., Ltd. sandwich panels as FM Approved. Henan Panels Industry Co., Ltd. has no relationship with FM Approvals. Please reference the issued Product Alert for referenced models. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Aug 07, 2018
Jinan Meide Casting Co. Ltd Model 4JS light duty mechanical crosses were produced bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. This model is not FM Approved.
Aug 06, 2018
The falsified CoC misrepresents Shenzhen Archung Tecnology Co. Ltd Seismic Sway Brace Components as FM Approved. The products described in the falsified CoC have never been tested or certified as FM Approved.
Aug 03, 2018
Turck Inc. has announced a potential safety concern involving Model Series P-RSFV Ex Process Wiring System Receptacles. Units identified in Turck’s Product Notice should be removed from service and returned to Turck for exchange.
Jul 30, 2018
Detcon Inc. has announced a performance related concern involving FM Approved Detcon model TP-524D Solid State H2S Sensors manufactured between April 1, 2017 and March 8, 2018.
Jul 26, 2018
Counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers initially found in Vietnam with company identification Globe Sprinkler GL5653. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Jul 26, 2018
Moog Inc. has announced a potential safety concern involving Series 743 electro-hydraulic servovalves. Units identified in Moog’s Technical Service Bulletin should be removed from service and returned to Moog Industrial Group for replacement.
Jul 26, 2018
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has announced a potential safety concern involving DY-series Vortex Flowmeters and DYA Converters for Foundation Fieldbus communication. Units identified in Yokogawa’s Product Alert must be removed from service immediately and returned to Yokogawa.
May 03, 2018
May 03, 2018
May 03, 2018
Apr 05, 2018
Detcon Inc. has announced a product safety notice/concern involving FM Approved Detcon model TP-524D Solid State H2S Sensors manufactured between May 2011 and June 2017.
Mar 29, 2018
Kidde-Fenwal has announced a potential performance related concern involving the need to inspect with possible maintenance within their handheld Horn-Valve Assembly utilized with HPCO2 Hose-Reels. This is necessary to eliminate the possibility of non-operation of installed Kidde Fire Suppression Systems with High Pressure Carbon Dioxide. Please reference Product Alert for part numbers and also Kidde Fire Systems Safety Bulletin 2018-11K.
Mar 28, 2018
Kidde-Fenwal has announced a potential performance related concern involving a manufacturing defect affecting the Electric Manual Release (EMR) sub-component of their Kidde Sentinel Off-Road Vehicle Protection System. Kidde-Fenwal is conducting an exchange program for product falling within identified date code range. Please reference Product Alert for part numbers and also Kidde Fire Systems Safety Bulletin 2018-44K.
Mar 20, 2018
Mar 20, 2018
Jan 22, 2018
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). The document (attached as Figure 1) is an image of the falsified CoC misrepresenting Nanjing Tuna Fire Protection Co., Ltd sprinklers as FM Approved. This same certificate (without the Nanjing Tuna Fire Protection Co., Ltd name) was the subject of a Product Alert issued on November 26, 2013.
July 30, 2019 Revision: Nanjing Fire has acknowledged the existence of this falsified certificate (ref attached) and has issued the following public notice available on their web site. Nanjing Tuna Fire Protection Co. Ltd is a subsidiary of Nanjing Fire Protection Technology Co., Ltd.
Jan 05, 2018
Metron Eledyne (Div. of Hubbell Inc.) Models EFP/a/b/FD4e/c diesel fire pump controllers were produced and shipped bearing the FM Approvals certification mark (note: refer to Product Alert for specific serial numbers involved). These models are not FM Approved.
Nov 20, 2017
The falsified CoC misrepresents Buffalo Forklift “Model FL-60EX” Forklift as FM Approved. Buffalo Forklift LLC has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Nov 16, 2017
MSA (Mine Safety Appliances Company) has announced a potential safety concern involving Ultima XIR Gas Monitors. Units identified in MSA’s Safety Notice must be removed from service immediately.
Sep 27, 2017
Insulated wall curtain products are supplied in the form of lightweight flexible modular separators. They can consist of an exterior fabric wrapped around an internal thermal insulation.
Sep 21, 2017
The falsified CoC misrepresents Dongin Co. Ltd “Dovlon Sheet Foam” products as FM Approved. Dongin Co. Ltd. has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Sep 14, 2017
Sep 14, 2017
Sep 14, 2017
Sep 13, 2017
Sep 12, 2017
Sep 05, 2017
Non-FM Approved Shandong Lede Machinery Co. Ltd grooved end coupling bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. Sold through distribution in South Korea.
Aug 14, 2017
FM Approvals has been notified by Graco Inc of a potential safety concern involving FM Approved Xpc Auto Controllers.
Jul 06, 2017
Counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers found in Malaysia with company identification Globe with marking code “GN5651”. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
May 12, 2017
May 12, 2017
May 12, 2017
Apr 27, 2017
The falsified CoC misrepresents Vietspace JSC “Glasswool Rolls” 4880 Wall-Ceiling/Panel Construction products as FM Approved. Vietspace JSC has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Apr 10, 2017
FM Approvals has been made aware of suspect counterfeit automatic fire sprinklers found in the Philippines bearing an FM Approvals mark. The sprinklers bear the marking “TYCO” or “GLOBE”, however, the identity of the manufacturer is unknown.
Apr 07, 2017
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified Certificate of Compliance (CoC) misrepresenting Kunshan Yunboshi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd as FM Approved. Kunshan Yunboshi Electronic Technology Co., Ltd has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Jan 05, 2017
FM Approvals has been made aware of a firmware defect that affects the performance of certain Honeywell (Notifier and Fire-Lite brands) wireless smoke and smoke/thermal detectors.
Dec 19, 2016
Honeywell Model FS17X flame detectors were produced and shipped bearing the FM Approvals certification mark. This model is not FM Approved.
Nov 22, 2016
Chemguard foam extinguishing systems utilizing a CDP 2500 ULTRA-WIDE Proportioner and ULTRAGUARD 3x3 CUG AR-AFFF foam concentrate may not be proportioning within required tolerances which may fail to properly extinguish a fire.
Nov 18, 2016
VSH Fittings B.V. non-gasketed compression-type pipe fittings (Model C1413) may be subject to accelerated corrosion due to incorrectly applied zinc coating which may flake off. Obstructions to sprinkler water flow may also result.
Nov 17, 2016
Nov 17, 2016
Nov 17, 2016
Oct 26, 2016
Counterfeit multi-purpose detergent foam manufactured in Germany with company identification UNIMOD Europe Gmbh. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Sep 09, 2016
Counterfeit ball valves manufactured in China with company identification AGF Manufacturing Inc. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Sep 08, 2016
The falsified CoC misrepresents Hebei United Energy Tech Co. Ltd. PIPE AND DUCT INSULATIONS as FM Approved. Hebei United Energy Tech Co. Ltd. has no relationship with FM Approvals.
Aug 16, 2016
Counterfeit angle hose valves and pressure reducing valves in Colombia with company identification MANGFIRE. Use of these products may present serious property risk for user.
Aug 02, 2016
Falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC). Use of service/product that falsely claims FM Approval may present property risk for user.
Jun 28, 2016
Safety issue that under certain conditions may render some American Valve and Hydrant Mfg. Co dry barrel fire hydrants inoperable, potentially limiting the water supply to a sprinkler system.
Jun 23, 2016
The falsified CoC misrepresents IKING Rubber PIPE AND DUCT INSULATIONS as FM Approved. China IKING Industrial Group Co., LTD has no relationship with FM Approvals.
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 18, 2016
May 12, 2016
FM Approvals has been made aware of an unauthorized modification to an FM Approved Gentler Industrial Co., Ltd. product.
Mar 14, 2016
FM Approvals has been made aware of a manufacturing defect that affects the performance of certain Honeywell Analytics Fire Sentry brand flame detector products.
Mar 02, 2016
FM Approvals has been made aware of rigid type grooved pipe couplings found in Australia bearing the FM Approvals marking produced by Weifang Changsheng Pipe Co., Ltd. The couplings do not bear the model designation of the FM Approved coupling and were produced with a coating not FM Approved for the product in question.
Jan 05, 2016
FM Approvals has been made aware of a Tyco automatic fire sprinkler found in Vietnam bearing a counterfeit FM Approvals mark. The sprinklers bear the marking “TYCO” on the wrench boss and the Tyco Sprinkler Identification Numbers “TY3151” or “TY3251” on the deflector, however, the identity of the manufacturer is unknown. FM Approvals has neither tested nor certified this product.
Nov 18, 2015
Cooling towers certified by FM Approvals have been rigorously evaluated and found to be a low fire hazard.
Nov 10, 2015
Nov 10, 2015
Through its standards, national and international committees, and intense collaboration with regulators and AHJs, FM Approvals provides customers with real results
Nov 10, 2015
Tools and services to assist with the FM Approvals standards and certification process.
Nov 10, 2015
A Q & A with Tom Lawson and Jon Hall of commercial property insurer FM Global.
Oct 13, 2015
FM Approvals is the only testing organization in the world that tests individual components and materials associated with flood abatement products and systems, as well subjecting products to full-scale simulated riverine flood tests.
Oct 13, 2015
FM Approved lap seam metal roofs are part of a roofing system that has been tested for wind uplift and fire resistance, and proven to perform as specified.
Oct 13, 2015
FM Approvals tests roof-top photovoltaic (PV) systems against wind-blown fire, wind uplift resistance, hail and debris, while ensuring electrical safety and performance.
Oct 13, 2015
FM Approved pipe and duct insulations represent a low fire hazard and do not require automatic sprinkler protection.
Oct 13, 2015
FM Approved skylights have been certified to meet the requirements of daylighting designs, with glazing systems that provide the highest possible loss prevention protection against the risk of fire, natural hazards and foot traffic damage.
Oct 12, 2015
FM Approved fire pump packages have tested the driver, pump and controller as a system to ensure that its performance characteristics meet the protection requirements for the property.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approvals’ audit process helps ensure that FM Approved products continue to meet all the requirements of the test standard or specification.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved Class 1 fire-rated interior walls and ceiling panels reduce the hazard of self-propagating fire spread and potential fire damage within the facility.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved Class 1 fire-rated interior walls and ceiling panels reduce the hazard of self-propagating fire spread and potential fire damage within the facility.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved non-metallic or coated stainless steel ducts are now standard equipment for most modern fabs.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved high density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe and fittings are subjected to more severe performance testing, resulting in enhanced reliability and confidence. FM Approved pipes are the pipe of choice for many horizontal drilling applications.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved exterior wall building panels are tested for fire performance, as well as their ability to withstand natural hazard events without compromising the building structure.
Oct 09, 2015
FM Approved low-smoke wall and ceiling panels have been evaluated to provide assurance that they will limit fire propagation and generate significantly less smoke than traditional wall or ceiling panels.
Oct 09, 2015
An FM Approved roof means you get a tested roof assembly, not simply a collection of products and parts that may or may not perform as expected.
Oct 09, 2015
Testing and certification ensures that a product will work and perform as intended.
Aug 25, 2015
Aug 25, 2015
FM Approvals and FM Global participate in the United Nations World Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction.
Aug 25, 2015
Enhancements increase efficiency and streamline project management.
Aug 25, 2015
The new FM Approvals site delivers on its promise to improve the user experience
Aug 25, 2015
News and events from around the world.
Aug 21, 2015
Always vigilant and always watching, FM Approved video image fire and smoke detectors perform real-time analysis of video images representative of smoke and fire within the viewing area covered by the video camera to alert the end user of a potential critical condition.
Aug 20, 2015
An FM Approved non-incendive circuit is one in which any arc or thermal effect produced under intended operating conditions of the equipment is not capable of igniting the flammable gas–air, vapor–air, or dust–air mixture.
Aug 20, 2015
In the event of a fire, FM Approved plastic suspended ceiling panels are designed to deform and fall out of place so that they will not significantly interfere with the operation of automatic sprinklers located above.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved combustion safeguards are intended to mitigate potential failures including ignition, liquid levels falling below the minimum, and excess temperatures.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved signaling equipment will let the end user know when something is going awry.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved flame detectors are evaluated to detect the radiant energy from a fire.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved gas detection control units and panels are available in a wide variety of sizes and contain a wide variety of capabilities.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved detectors have specified hazardous location suitability.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved detectors measure the presence of flammable vapors and gases and warn when the concentrations in air approach the explosive range.
Jul 14, 2015
Off road vehicle suppression systems that are certified by FM Approvals have passed demanding tests to prove that they can survive the challenging working environments of heavy duty equipment.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved ducts and pipe and duct insulation provide the end user with the confidence that the fire will not significantly propagate.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approvals is a world leader in the testing and certification of electrical equipment for use in explosive atmospheres and can help manufacturers seeking global certification develop comprehensive testing and certification programs.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved dust ignition protected equipment is enclosed in a manner that does not permit arcs, sparks or heat to cause ignition of exterior accumulations or atmospheric suspensions of a specified dust on, or in the vicinity of, the enclosure.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved flameproof equipment is enclosed in a case that is capable of withstanding an internal explosion of a flammable mixture.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved non-sparking equipment is constructed to minimize the risk of occurrence of arcs and sparks capable of creating an ignition hazard during conditions of normal operation.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved restricted breathing equipment is constructed such that the enclosure will restrict the entry of gases, vapors and mists.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approvals offers manufacturers of Land Mobile Radios with a wide range options for certification for use in hazardous (classified) locations.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved fire pump packages are tested to a demanding set of criteria to verify when the need for water occurs, the fire pump set delivers the required water for the duration of the event.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved diesel engine drivers have successfully completed a robust set of criteria to ensure that when called upon, they will start, continue to run and supply power to the pump for the duration of the event.
Jul 14, 2015
Fire pumps that are FM Approved provide reliable performance at the critical stage of an incident. FM Approved means that the pump will meet its performance parameters and maintain them to continue to supply water for the duration of the fire.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved fire pump controllers wait night and day to get the signal and start the fire protection process.
Jul 14, 2015
Use of FM Approved fluids and FM Approved ignitable liquids equipment can reduce the fire size and growth rate.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) mitigate the risk of multiple IBCs being involved in a fire.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved flood mitigation barriers have been evaluated for their ability to control riverine or rainfall related flood conditions.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved flood mitigation backwater valves will hold back the water and keep the building from flooding from the inside out.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approvals certifies a number of products classified as building materials or related components. Products without a specific web page are listed here.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approvals certifies a number of products classified as fire protection or related components. Products without a specific web page are listed here.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved non-wooden pallets can be protected as if they were wooden pallets (requiring must less water for protection) while other material handling equipment is evaluated per the appropriate standard depending on the end use.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved pipe, fittings and couplings will function as intended when called upon to do so.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved above ground pipe, fittings and couplings have been evaluated to a rigorous set of criteria to be certain that when the time comes to function, the components do exactly what they are expected to do. rated working pressure for all of these products is 175 psi (1205 kPa).
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved below ground components have successfully completed a rigorous test program to verify that they will continue to successfully perform when the time comes.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved roof assemblies and associated equipment have undergone a rigorous test program to verify they could withstand a natural hazard or fire event.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved low slope roofing assemblies have undergone a variety of testing to verify that whatever man or nature throw at them, the roof assemblies are ready.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved roof panels are robustly evaluated for fire, wind and hail—meaning that after the event occurs, the roof will still be in place and the contents of the building secure.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved flashing systems are evaluated to verify that they are robust enough to function when the wind blows and assaults the building.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved PV modules can verify that, should fire occur, it will not spread.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved shingles are robustly tested to verify that when the wind blows, the shingles will stay on the roof and the water will stay outside the building.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved vegetative roof systems have been rigorously tested to verify that after a wind event, the building should remain weather tight.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved fire protection valves have been vigorously evaluated to for reliability throughout the valve’s service life.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved walls, ceilings and construction materials are designed by the manufacturer to give the end user the confidence to know that the products will function as intended when called upon to do so.
Jul 14, 2015
FM Approved walls and ceilings for smoke sensitive occupancies are specifically designed for occupancies where smoke contamination is problematic.
Jul 13, 2015
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approvals certifies cleanroom materials to be hard to ignite and produce very little smoke in the event of a fire.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approvals certifies wafer carriers to significantly reduce the fire and smoke contamination hazard.
Jul 13, 2015
An FM Approved explosion suppression system verifies for the end user that the explosion suppression system is prepared at all times to function as expected in a matter of milliseconds.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved signaling equipment will let the end user know when something is going awry.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved heat detectors are classified depending upon their capabilities—whether they respond to a specific temperature or the rate that the temperature is increasing. FM Approvals also evaluates heat detectors to ascertain their response time.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved smoke actuated devices respond to airborne particulate products of combustion. Smoke detectors that are certified by FM Approvals provide the end user with the confidence to know that the smoke will be detected.
Jul 13, 2015
Ducts that are certified by FM Approvals limit that path and challenge the fire spread.
Jul 13, 2015
Pipe and duct insulation that has been certified by FM Approvals safeguards against fire significant propagation of fire beyond the area of origin.
Jul 13, 2015
There are a number of protection methods available to equipment manufacturers in order to obtain certification of their products for use in an explosive atmosphere.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved dust protected equipment is constructed such that the ingress of dust is not totally prevented, but dust does not enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the safe operation of the equipment or cause an ignition hazard.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved explosionproof equipment is enclosed in a case that is capable of withstanding an explosion of a specified gas or vapor that may occur within it and of preventing the ignition of a specified gas or vapor surrounding the enclosure.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved intrinsically safe equipment is constructed such that the electrical energy within the apparatus is restricted to a level below that which can cause ignition by either sparking or heating effects.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved explosion suppression systems are prepared at all times to function as expected in a matter of milliseconds.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved water mist systems have undergone full-scale fire testing for specific applications, as well as component-by-component evaluations to verify successful performance when needed.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved fluids are more difficult to ignite and produce significantly lower heat release rates than traditional fluids used in similar applications.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved transformer fluids are less-ignitable or non-flammable, providing a safer alternative to traditional transformer fluids and minimizing the potential resulting damage from a fire.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved flood mitigation pumps are tested to verify that they will operate for prolonged periods of time to make certain that the water is removed from the building.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved opening barriers have been evaluated for their ability to control riverine or rainfall related flood conditions in full scale assembly testing, including leakage at various water levels and resistance to debris impact.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved temporary perimeter barriers have been evaluated for their ability to control riverine- or rainfall-related flood conditions in full-scale assembly testing.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved welding blankets, curtains and pads are designed by their manufacturers to be heat-resistant fabrics designed to be used when combustible materials cannot be moved a safe distance away from hot work operations.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved heat and smoke vents work when needed and keep the weather out when not in use.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved skylights have been evaluated to verify that only the sunlight gets through the skylight.
Jul 13, 2015
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved nozzles have been robustly evaluated to verify that they are up to the challenge when the fire breaks out.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved automatic sprinklers offer the complete range of all sprinkler characteristics needed to properly design a sprinkler system.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved fire water storage tanks provide a reliable repository for the water for the fire protection system.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved explosion venting construction systems are used to protect buildings, rooms or equipment from a deflagration by directing the high pressure and flame to a safe location.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved wall panel assemblies that are designed to be utilized for exterior construction have been evaluated for fire, wind and hail resistance performance.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved fenestrations have been evaluated for resistance to wind borne debris impact, static and cyclic wind pressure and water leakage.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved fire doors are evaluated based on full-scale fire testing. Based on the results of these tests, each door receives a fire resistance rating (specified in hours) to indicate the acceptable duration of the fire exposure.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved wall and ceiling panels have been evaluated for fire performance only and have characteristics that limit their ignitability and minimize flame propagation should the panel become involved in a fire.
Jul 13, 2015
FM Approved water mist systems have undergone full-scale fire testing for specific applications as well as component-by-component evaluations to verify successful performance when needed.
Jun 24, 2015
FM Approvals certifies cleanroom materials that undergo rigorous testing for flammability and smoke generation.
Jun 24, 2015
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals’ rich history of loss prevention testing spans over a century. Our impressive timeline highlights turning points throughout the years.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals rigorously tests products at the FM Global Research Campus, home to state-of-the-art facilities and laboratories. Each laboratory focuses on a unique aspect of property loss prevention.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals is an ATEX-notified body within the European Union and can undertake the assessment, testing and certification of your products against the standards under the ATEX equipment directive.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals is accredited by the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) as a testing and certification organization.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals' Central Station Placarding Program can provide an easy method of identifying that a building's fire alarm system is installed, tested, monitored and maintained according to NFPA 72 National Fire Alarm Code requirements.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals is accredited as a notified body to test and certify products under the European Union Construction Products Regulations (CPR).
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals' functional safety certification underscores your product's quality and reliability, signifies that
your safety-related product or system meets the stringent requirements of national and international
standards and gives your customers the assurance they need to make an informed purchasing decision.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals participates in the IECEx Scheme, a program administered by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC).
Jun 20, 2015
The FM Approvals Private Labeling/Trade Agent process enables original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of FM Approved products to enter into a private label agreement with someone else and retain the FM Approvals' certification.
Jun 20, 2015
The specification-testing program tests a product for a single performance characteristic to a standardized industry test. The results may be used by authorities having jurisdiction to confirm compliance to a recognized standard.
Jun 20, 2015
To maintain the highest of standards and utmost technical integrity, FM Approvals employs strict usage guidelines for the FM APPROVED mark.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals diligently pursues counterfeiting and other misuses of our certification marks whenever they are brought to our attention in order to preserve the integrity of the FM Aprovals’ certification mark and FM Approved products.
Jun 20, 2015
Understanding how and when our certification marks are used is essential for manufacturers whose products and services are FM Approved, the end user community, regulators and other stakeholders.
Jun 20, 2015
FM Approvals conducts surveillance audits throughout the world to validate ongoing compliance of FM Approved products.
Jun 20, 2015
Want to retain FM Approvals certification as you enter into a private label agreement with someone else? The Private Labeling/Trade Agent/Distributor agreement process is straightforward and efficient and can help you meet this goal.
Jun 19, 2015
FM Approvals is a third-party global testing laboratory and certification agency. We test and certify products and services that meet our rigorous property loss prevention standards for use in commercial and industrial facilities.
Jun 19, 2015
Our leadership team has over 400 years of experience in product testing and certification, as well as property loss prevention.
Jun 19, 2015
Your product may become FM Approved following our five-step process. It’s straightforward and efficient and, if Approved, may differentiate your product in the global marketplace.
Jul 18, 2014
FM Approvals has been made aware of a falsified FM Approvals Certificate of Compliance (CoC), misrepresenting ATATA Thermal Break & Soundproof Nitrile Foam Tube and Sheet Insulation as FM Approved.
Apr 28, 2014
FM Approvals has been made aware of a VAF Manufacturing Certificate of Compliance found in Vietnam bearing a counterfeit FM Approvals mark.
Dec 16, 2013
FM Approvals has been made aware of Eagle International report cover page found in China and India bearing a counterfeit FM Approvals mark.
Jul 09, 2012
FM Approvals has been made aware of Eastern Polymer pipe and sheet insulation found in China bearing a counterfeit FM Approvals mark.
FM Approved cavity walls have been evaluated to verify that fires don’t propagate, they won’t fail due to wind and rain doesn’t cause unwanted leakage.