The global smoke alarms market was valued at $1.8 million in 2019 and is expected to surpass $3.3 million by 2027, according to a report by Coherent Market Insights.
New UL smoke detector requirements scheduled to go into effect next year are designed to enhance the ability to detect different types of fires, and minimize nuisance alarms
The latest version of the UL standard for smoke detectors is designed to help ensure that devices can both detect a wider variety of fires, and avoid generating a nuisance alarm when there is not an emergency.