CSA (Canadian Standards Association) creates safety standards and certifies products for Canada, similar to UL in the U.S. Grizzly machines often carry CSA, UL, or ETL certifications, indicating compliance with both Canadian and U.S. standards. Certification is shown on the machine label, not via paper certificate. Certification requirements depend on location and regulations; it is not always legally required for plug-in equipment but may be needed by certain government rules or insurance companies.
CSA (Canadian Standards Association) is similar to UL (Underwriters Laboratories) in the U.S. It has two main jobs:
- Creating safety and design standards for products sold in Canada.
- Testing and certifying products to make sure they meet Canadian (CSA) and U.S. (UL) safety standards.
Grizzly machines are often certified by CSA, UL, or ETL. These certifications show the machines meet both CSA and UL standards. Any approved testing lab (called an NRTL, like UL, ETL, or TUV) can certify to CSA standards. The choice usually depends on business needs. Certification includes initial testing and regular factory inspections to make sure products stay compliant.
Can I get a certificate?
No paper certificate is provided. Certification is shown on the machine’s label. Look for:
- The CSA logo
- The code CSA 177335
- “C” and “US” indicators
This means CSA tested the machine under an agreement with UL and it meets standards for both Canada and the U.S.
Is certification required by law?
It depends on where you are. It’s not illegal to sell machines that are not UL listed, and we do not advertise these models as UL or NRTL certified.
For example, the Washington Building Code does not apply to plug-in appliances or machinery. RCW 19.28.006 explains definitions and exclusions related to this.
We recommend talking to a licensed electrician. NRTL certification is usually only required by certain government rules or insurance companies, not by default for plug-in equipment.