UL 262-2023-07
STANDARD FOR SAFETY Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service

Standard No.

UL 262-2023-07

Release Date

2023

Published By

Underwriters Laboratories (UL)

Introduction

UL 262

STANDARD FOR SAFETY Gate Valves for Fire-Protection Service

This standard, UL 262, pertains to the safety requirements for gate valves used in fire-protection systems. It specifies design, construction, testing, and marking criteria for these valves to ensure they function reliably in emergency situations. The standard applies to both above-ground and underground installations and covers various types of gate valves, including those with outside screw and yoke designs. Compliance with this standard ensures that the valves meet essential safety performance requirements, reducing risks associated with fire-protection failures. Updates to the standard address manufacturing date marking clarification and incorporate revisions through July 19, 2023.

Standard and Specification