UL acquires testing and data security company
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) has acquired RFI Global Services, a provider of testing, approval and consultancy services to the technology market.
RFI Global tests and certifies new generations of payment devices, including contactless cards and terminals, as well as broader mobile payment systems.
The company will be integrated into UL's Verification Services business, which provides performance testing, inspection and auditing for product manufacturers and retailers worldwide.
This combination of UL and RFI Global offers a single organisation for safety, sustainability, wireless and security product testing.
Expanded offerings as a result of the acquisition include EMC testing and software capabilities, enabling companies to better track and manage global product approval processes.

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