A group of insurance companies which insures large industrial and commercial properties in the U.S. and Canada. Factory Mutual Research Corporation tests and classifies roof assemblies and components based on their fire characteristics, and resistance to wind uplift and hail damage.

Insurance agency that has established stringent guidelines for maximum construction integrity as it relates to fire and environmental hazards. Their specifications have become industry standards.

When used in this web site, refers to the fire protection product approval services of the Factory Mutual Insurance Company (FM Global). Hyspan venturis are FM Approved for fire pump flow testing.

1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike, Norwood, Massachusetts 02062, (617) 762-4300.

Nationally recognized independent testing laboratory. Evaluates the ability of equipment to meet safety requirements under intended use.

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