UL expands test facility in the U.K.

UL Expands Basingstoke Facility to Boost Testing Services

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has expanded its U.K. operations to meet rising demand for testing and regulatory certification services. UL Expands Basingstoke Facility to Boost Testing Services

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has completed a major UL Basingstoke testing facility expansion to meet rising demand for testing and regulatory certification services. The upgraded site strengthens UL’s ability to support evolving technologies and industry standards.

UL Basingstoke Testing Facility Expansion Details

UL has made a significant investment in its Basingstoke location. The expansion adds 37,000 square feet, which triples the facility’s total size. In particular, 15,000 square feet now support EMC and wireless testing.

As a result, the site now serves as UL’s largest commercial test facility in the U.K.

Advanced EMC and Wireless Testing Capabilities

The upgraded facility includes advanced equipment to support modern testing needs:

  • Four 3-meter semi-anechoic chambers
  • Three 3-meter fully anechoic chambers
  • Six large screened rooms
  • Seven DASY6 SAR systems

These systems enable precise testing for a wide range of electronic and wireless products.

Supporting Emerging Technologies and Industry Demand

Rapid advancements in 5Gartificial intelligence (AI), and connected devices continue to reshape the market. Therefore, companies must meet stricter standards for securityinteroperability, and performance.

UL expanded the site to address these demands. In addition, customers requested larger lab capacityfaster testing timelines, and support for higher frequency bands.

One-Stop Certification Solution

UL now offers a comprehensive range of certification services from a single location. This setup allows companies to test smarter products more efficiently and bring them to market faster.

The investment marks a key milestone in UL’s U.K. growth strategy. The upgraded facility delivers a one-stop solution with state-of-the-art testing chambers and advanced equipment.

For more information, visit the official UL website: https://www.ul.com

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