NWPX Infrastructure announced that its control panel systems for water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure have received UL 508A certification, a rigorous safety and quality standard for industrial control equipment. The certification confirms that the panels meet stringent requirements for component selection, conductor sizing, protection, and labeling, and that they comply with NEC Article 409, which governs the design, installation, and inspection of industrial control panels.
UL 508A certification is not a legal requirement, but it is widely sought by engineers, municipalities, and insurers because it guarantees that panels are built to the highest safety and reliability standards. The certification also ensures compatibility with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA), building management systems (BMS), and remote telemetry, enabling standardized, scalable deployments across a broad range of water‑infrastructure projects.
By obtaining UL 508A approval, NWPX can streamline permitting and inspection processes, shorten project timelines, and reduce the administrative burden on its customers. The certification also strengthens the company’s competitive position, as UL‑certified products are often preferred in public‑sector procurement and can serve as a differentiator against competitors that lack the same safety endorsement.
Management emphasized the strategic importance of the certification. “We see this certification as a noticeable advantage for our products,” said Scott Montross, President and CEO. “Engineers and municipalities trust UL‑certified products, and as more customers are requiring automated controls, having the security, traceability, and quality known by UL reinforces our position as a trusted, scalable provider of infrastructure automation solutions.”
The certification aligns with NWPX’s broader strategy to meet growing demand for automated control solutions in the water infrastructure market. By ensuring that its control panels meet the highest safety and quality standards, the company positions itself to win new contracts, accelerate project delivery, and maintain strong profitability, as reflected in its 6.23% net margin for the most recent reporting period.
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