A product claiming "NSFS 116 verified" should at least meet or exceed these benchmarks.
Do not combine an "NSFS 116 verified" clip from one manufacturer with a beam or upright from another, unless the supplier has explicitly tested that mixed assembly. Verification is generally tied to the entire connection assembly.
For end users, specifying NSFS 116 verified equipment reduces downtime, prevents catastrophic failures, and provides a powerful defense in any liability lawsuit. For manufacturers, achieving verification differentiates you from counterfeiters and low-cost competitors—and opens doors to the most lucrative contracts in energy, aerospace, and heavy industry.