UL Solutions expands Northwest Arkansas retail testing center, adds softlines lab

UL Solutions expanded its Retail Center of Excellence in Lowell, Arkansas to combine hardlines and softlines testing at one site. Softlines laboratory operations for apparel and textiles relocated to Lowell, completing the physical move in May 2026. Modernized equipment and added lab space lift testing capacity, targeting earlier risk detection and faster speed to market for retail clients. Disclaimer: This news brief was created by Public Technologies (PUBT) using generative artificial intelligence. While PUBT strives to provide accurate and timely information, this AI-generated content is for informational purposes only and should not be interpreted as financial, investment, or legal advice. UL Solutions Inc. published the original content used to generate this news brief on September 18, 2026, and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. (C)