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Proper control system design and specification at the beginning of a project can provide reduced project construction cost, as well as many years of dependable and reliable control system performance.
We use the latest in controls design software to integrate our design data with our bill of material generation and panel layout designs. We do this to provide shorter lead times and more accurate drawing sets to our customers. Each project has a dedicated Project Manager to ensure customer satisfaction and single point accountability.
Industrial control panels (ICPs) are defined by the National Electrical Code (NEC) Section 409.2 as an assembly of two or more power circuit components, control circuit components, or any combination of power and control circuit components. These components are typically switches, terminal blocks, contactors, motor drives, transformers, overcurrent protective devices and the like.
Similar to other industrial equipment, ICPs can be evaluated as open type or enclosed. Open-type equipment is ultimately installed in an enclosure before being put into service. Enclosed ICPs can be rated for indoor use or any type rating, such as 3R, 4, or 12. In addition, these can be certified for use in classified areas, e.g., hazardous locations.
As a global leader in certifying ICPs, we maintain close relationships with authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs). This partnership allows control panel manufacturers to label either mass-produced or custom-built ICPs without needing our examination of each design. Often called the Panel Shop Program, it offers unique flexibility for panel manufacturers. The program covers certification for U.S. and Canadian markets. Also unique to this program is the required training for panel shops that want to be a part of the program.
Industrial Control Panel Shop Program
Our Industrial Control Panel Shop Program (ICP Program) allows control panel manufacturers who custom-build or mass-produce ICPs to apply the UL Marks for the U.S. and Canada at their factories. Our ICP program makes it convenient to receive a UL certification while allowing maximum flexibility in panel design. When regulators, specifiers and end-product certifiers see the familiar UL Mark, they can be confident that the panel has met the certification requirements.