Your Compliance Documents, All in One Place
Stop wasting time hunting for compliance documents. For contractors, facility managers, and lighting specifiers, getting the right paperwork is not just administrative—it's a critical path to project approval, safety sign-offs, and securing financial rebates. This guide shows you exactly where to find and download UL certificates, DLC QPL links, and IES files on every product page, streamlining your specification and approval process.
We centralize all essential technical and compliance documentation directly on our product pages. This means no more navigating complex corporate websites or sending emails for basic files. Everything you need to vet, specify, and install our fixtures is located in a consistent, accessible format.
On each product detail page (PDP), look for a dedicated "Specifications" or "Downloads" section. Here you will find a comprehensive package of documents, including:
- Specification Sheet: A detailed PDF outlining all performance metrics, dimensions, and operational parameters.
- Installation Manual: Step-by-step instructions for safe and effective installation.
- UL/ETL Certification Details: The file number required for independent verification.
- DLC QPL Link: A direct link to the product's entry on the DesignLights Consortium Qualified Products List.
- IES Photometric File: The standardized .ies file for use in lighting design software.
Verifying Safety: A Step-by-Step Guide to UL and ETL Listings
Safety certification is non-negotiable in professional settings. A UL (Underwriters Laboratories) or ETL (Intertek) mark signifies that a product has been independently tested and meets North American safety standards, such as the foundational UL 1598 standard for luminaires. These certifications are essential for passing electrical inspections, meeting building codes, and ensuring insurance compliance.
While we display the UL or ETL mark on our product pages, we encourage all professional buyers to perform their own verification. This practice of "trust but verify" is a hallmark of due diligence.
The Verification Checklist
Follow these steps to confirm a product's safety certification directly from the source.
- Locate the File Number: On the product's specification sheet, find the UL or ETL file number. It is a unique identifier for the product's certification record.
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Navigate to the Official Database:
- For UL certifications, visit the UL Solutions Product iQ Database.
- For ETL certifications, use the Intertek ETL Listed Mark Directory.
- Execute the Search: Enter the file number into the database's search field. The search result should pull up the listing, detailing the manufacturer, product category, and the specific standards it complies with.
Common Pitfalls and Practitioner Insights
A common misconception is that a logo on a website is sufficient proof of compliance. In reality, diligence requires checking the public record. Here are some field-tested tips to ensure your verification is accurate:
- Check the Exact SKU: A certificate often covers a product family. However, suffixes in the model number can denote different drivers, voltages, or other options. Ensure the specific SKU you are purchasing is explicitly covered in the listing. I've seen project submissions rejected because the driver variant wasn't listed on the certificate, causing costly delays.
- Use the Label, Not a Photo: When verifying fixtures already on-site, always use a clear picture of the printed UL/ETL label itself, not just a photo of the fixture. The label contains the file number and model details an inspector will need.
- Confirm Dates: Check that the certification is current and has not expired. The online databases provide this information.
Securing Rebates: How to Navigate the DLC QPL
For any project where energy efficiency and return on investment are key drivers, utility rebates are a powerful tool. The primary gatekeeper for these incentives in the commercial lighting sector is the DesignLights Consortium (DLC) Qualified Products List (QPL). A product's inclusion on this list is independent proof that it meets high standards for energy efficacy, longevity, and quality. Without a valid QPL listing, most utility rebate programs will not approve an application.
To simplify this process, we provide a direct link to the specific QPL entry for each eligible product on our website.
How to Independently Verify a DLC Listing
If you need to search for a product yourself or want to compare models, follow this workflow:
- Obtain the Model Number: The exact model number or series name is listed on our product spec sheet.
- Visit the DLC QPL: Navigate to the official QPL search portal.
- Search Strategically: The most effective way to search is often not by the full, specific SKU. DLC listings are frequently filed at the product family level. For example, instead of searching for "HB-HB-150W-57-01", you would search for the family name, such as "Hero Series."
- Filter the Results: Once you find the family listing, use the filtering options to narrow the results by the specific attributes of your chosen fixture, such as lumen output, wattage, and Correlated Color Temperature (CCT). The qualifying product should match the specifications on our data sheet.
This method is far more reliable than a simple SKU search, which can often return no results if the utility-facing model number differs slightly. My own experience in submitting rebate applications has shown that starting with the family name and then filtering is the fastest path to success.
Essential Design Files: Finding and Using IES Data
Modern lighting design relies on sophisticated software to predict how light will behave in a physical space. These programs, such as AGi32, require standardized photometric data files to build accurate simulations. The industry-standard format for this data is the IES file, defined by the IES LM-63-19 standard. An IES file is a digital map of a luminaire's light distribution pattern.
Without an IES file, a lighting designer cannot accurately specify a product or generate the lighting layouts required for project approvals. Providing these files is a fundamental requirement for any professional-grade lighting manufacturer. For a deeper dive into using these files effectively, our guide on how to read an IES file for warehouse lighting design provides practical steps.
Accessing and Validating IES Files
We provide a downloadable .ies file for every B2B-focused product directly on the product page. To ensure seamless integration into your workflow, we follow a simple SKU_IES.ies naming convention.
However, a critical validation step is often overlooked. A common point of failure in project submittals is a mismatch between the performance claimed on a spec sheet and the data contained within the IES file.
Pro Tip: Before finalizing a design, open the IES file in a simple text editor. Near the top of the file, you will find key data, including the initial lumen output. Verify that this lumen value matches the lumen output listed on the product's official specification sheet. If there is a discrepancy, the lighting simulation will be inaccurate, which can lead to a project failing to meet specified foot-candle levels and being rejected by the specifying engineer or client. If you ever find a mismatch, contact us immediately for a corrected file.
Key Takeaways
Verifying compliance documentation is a foundational skill for ensuring project success, safety, and financial viability. By centralizing all necessary files and providing transparent access to certification databases, we aim to make this process as efficient as possible.
Your Document Verification Checklist
| Document/Certification | Where to Find on Our Site | Key Verification Step |
|---|---|---|
| UL/ETL Certificate | File number on spec sheet | Search the file number in the official UL Product iQ or Intertek ETL database. |
| DLC QPL Listing | Direct link on product page | Search the DLC QPL by product family name, then filter by performance specs. |
| IES Photometric File | Downloadable .ies file | Open the file to confirm the lumen output inside matches the product spec sheet. |
| Specification Sheet | Downloadable PDF | Cross-reference the SKU, wattage, and CCT with your project requirements. |
By following these steps and utilizing the resources provided on each product page, you can streamline your workflow, eliminate approval delays, and build projects with confidence.