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December 23, 2011

Virginia looks at new regs on fireplaces

An advisory group to the ANSI Board of Standards has recommended that gas fireplaces or heaters with glass fronts contain a barrier to protect children or other at-risk individuals.

The CSA – America Vented Heater Technical Advisory Group met in Cleveland on Dec. 13 and approved the language for a revised standard, which now goes to ANSI committees for review.

February 9, 2011

Leviton joins LED standards council

Leviton has announced its membership in Zhaga, an industry co-op of lighting manufacturers aimed at the development of standards and specifications for the interfaces of LED light engines. Zhaga standards enable interchangeability between products made by diverse manufacturers. The consortium was established for the benefit of consumers and professional buyers of light engines and luminaires.