DAELIM BELEFIC Transformer Receives U.S. Safety Approval
The 1000kVA unit meets UL and cUL standards, enabling its use in mobile microgrid projects across the country.
Updated on Oct. 28, 2026 in Data Centers
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DAELIM BELEFIC has received UL and cUL safety certifications for its 1000kVA VPE dry-type transformer, model SGB-1000/0.48-0.48. This hardware is designed for use in mobile microgrid applications across the United States.
Why it matters
Securing these certifications allows the company to deploy its high-capacity power equipment into the growing U.S. microgrid market. The move supports the broader trend of modular, decentralized power infrastructure that requires certified, high-reliability components.
The SGB-1000/0.48-0.48 unit is a 1000kVA dry-type transformer engineered for integration into mobile power systems. It has achieved dual-standard compliance with UL (Underwriters Laboratories) and cUL requirements, a benchmark for equipment safety and electrical performance.
The players
DAELIM BELEFIC
A manufacturer of electrical transformers and power equipment that serves clients in over 40 countries.
The details
The VPE (Vacuum Pressure Encapsulation) dry-type design uses solid insulation materials impregnated under a vacuum to prevent voids in the electrical insulation. This process improves heat dissipation and prevents moisture ingress compared to traditional open-air or resin-cast designs. The transformer maintains structural integrity during transit, which is a critical requirement for the mobile microgrid applications it is intended to serve.
Timeline
April 2010: DAELIM BELEFIC GROUP was founded.
2025: Company initiated Phase II of its manufacturing expansion in Jiangsu, China.
October 28, 2026: Company announced receipt of UL and cUL certifications.
The Tech Race
The certification marks a competitive entry into the U.S. market for mobile power infrastructure, which is increasingly dominated by projects aiming for high grid-resiliency standards. It positions the firm to compete for specialized utility and industrial contracts that require certified, high-density power equipment.
U.S. microgrid developers and facility managers in Houston and elsewhere can now source this 1000kVA transformer for projects requiring UL-listed hardware. The certification validates the equipment for immediate integration into North American commercial and industrial power workflows.
The takeaway
The certification marks a shift in the manufacturer’s North American reach, opening the door for its equipment to be used in government-backed or safety-compliant microgrid projects. Watch for the first announced commercial project deployment in the U.S. to confirm the hardware's operational scale.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Financial Post.
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