UL 970 PDF

1 Scope

1.1 These requirements cover non-refrigerated or non-heated commercial displays and other case goods used in retail establishment, including bakeries and restaurants. The term display(s) will be used to refer to all of the types of products covered by this standard. The products are used in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70. They are intended for dry, damp, or wet locations. These displays include both electrified and non-electrified products and may include, but are not limited to:

1. a) Displays

   1. 1) Shelving units (Gondolas);

   2. 2) Merchandise kiosks (such as the mini-stores in the middle of a mall);

   3. 3) Point of Sale (POS);

   4. 4) Motorized displays;

   5. 5) Hanging displays;

   6. 6) Wall systems;

   7. 7) Showcases;

   8. 8) Display Cases;

   9. 9) Product platforms;

   10. 10) Temporary Displays

2. b) Cash stations

   1. 1) Cash Wraps;

   2. 2) check-out stands (motorized and non-motorized); and

3. c) Other types of retail fixtures or case good

   1. 1) Retail use disinfecting equipment;

1.2 These requirements cover products rated 600 V ac or less, including those powered by primary or secondary batteries.

Summary of Topics

This revision of ANSI/UL 970 dated January 12, 2024 includes the following changes in requirements:

– Addition of a New Annex to Specify Requirements Specific to UV Radiation Disinfecting Equipment; Annex B

– Addition of a New Annex to Specify Requirements Specific to Chemical Disinfecting Equipment; Annex C

– Revision to UL 4200A Reference in 3.2.1.1