ACW Receives UL/ULC Approval on 20 New Products

WOONSOCKET, R.I. September (2011)ACW, a manufacturer of high performance plastic and metal fasteners, as well as elastic and non-elastic narrow textile webbing and cord products, has announced the certification of 20 new “Fireloc” products by Underwriters Laboratories (UL).  Primarily designed for high-heat applications, the “Fireloc” line of products has been tested and approved by Underwriters Laboratories (UL) for use in the United States and Canada. The rigorous testing, certification and follow-up audit process conducted by UL for each product ensures a standard of excellence and safety for industry use.

 “We are very pleased to bring 20 more UL approved products to the marketplace. The expansion of the “Fireloc “ line of heat-resistant products is a direct result of how our highly skilled and knowledgeable staff along with the efficiency of our manufacturing facility allow us to meet the demands of our customers.” explained, Mark Krauss, president of ACW.

These highly-engineered products are made from the highest quality materials available. Additionally, ACW manufacturers a line of webbing products using specialty yarns, including Kevlar®, Nomex®, and PBI® that complement the “Fireloc “product line giving customers a “total solution“ product selection.

About ACW   

Since 1917, ACW has been developing products that raise performance standards in the industry.  They manufacturer and distribute a complete line of highly engineered plastic and metal fasteners, as well as the most current designs in elastic and non-elastic narrow textile webbing and cord products.

To learn more about American Cord and Webbing Co., FireLoc and Acculoc Buckles, ColorWeb, and other products, please visit www.ACW1.com

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