Product Compliances and Standards

The Importance of Compliances

Compliances ensure that a given product passes certain tests or criteria. These tests and criteria are established as a baseline for quality. If a product does not meet a compliance, that indicates that the product does not meet the minimum requirements set forth by a governing body. Compliances are important as they show that the manufacturer has taken the appropriate measures to make sure that their products meet or exceed a given standard. Below you will find the compliances that Pacer manufactured products meet or exceed. Use the quick search to be taken to a specific section.

"Compliances are important as they show that the manufacturer has taken the appropriate measures to make sure that their products meet or exceed a given standard."

 

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• ABYC
• AWM
• CSA

• MIL
• MTW
• RoHS

• UL
• USCG

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ABYC (American Boat and Yacht Council)

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AWM (Appliance Wiring Materials)

AWM, which stands for "Appliance Wiring Materials" is a compliance system based on a standardized system of quality. This, in turn, reduces risk as well as liability across the entire supply chain by ensuring a high standard of quality. AWM is a subsection of UL, (see below) but deserves its own section due to its specificity.

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CSA (Compliance, Safety, Accountability)

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MIL (United States Military Standard)

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MTW (Machine Tool Wire)

MTW stands for "Machine Tool Wire" and is a designation used on wire primarily designed for use in the wiring of appliances, machine tools, and control cabinets. This type of wire is commonly made from PVC insulation covering a bare copper conductor.

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RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS, or "Restriction of Hazardous Substances" is a program developed to limit the use of certain hazardous substances in electronic as well as electrical equipment. This is done, in part, to protect the general public and the environment.

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UL (Underwriters Laboratories)

UL, also known as, Underwriters Laboratories, is a governing body that certifies products, facilities, systems, and processes using industry-wide protocols and standards. Primarily based on safety, UL compliance is an indicator of quality.

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USCG (United States Coast Guard)

The United States Coast Guard is responsible for maritime security and as such hold high standards when it comes to quality. When you see USCG approval it indicates that the product has met or exceeded USCG standards.

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