Simplifying UL Recognition
for Durable Goods Labels
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Global Client Service Laboratory
A Tool to Help You Achieve
Faster, Easier, UL Recognition
Our Global Client Service Laboratory has been developed with
the goal to generate test data for our customers in support of
UL and cUL recognition for durable goods labeling. Like our
Fasson® Customer-Ready™ Durables portfolio, the new lab
simplifies the UL recognition process by streamlining product
testing and qualification, easing the complexity and costs of UL
interaction and compliance for converters.
UL-Approved Resources, Equipment and Personnel
The Global Client Service Laboratory features materials and tools needed to conduct
testing equivalent to what is done in UL’s own laboratories. The testing supports UL
standard 969 and CSA standard 22.2 no. 0.15 for nameplates and safety labels and
can be conducted on many substrates, inks and ribbons being considered in the
manufacturing of the label.
Labels are tested for:
-Weathering
-Legibility
-Defacement
- Chemical Exposure
- Water/Humidity Exposure
- Aging Stability
-Adhesion
-Abrasion
Once testing has been completed, Avery Dennison will provide UL with a data sheet
ready package of results for the materials tested. All data submitted is thoroughly
reviewed and audited by UL before being issued recognition.
Experts Help Get Products to Market Sooner
Reflecting our commitment to support customers, the Global Client Service Laboratory
offers you a streamlined, cost-effective process that is intended to get UL recognized
products to market sooner:
- Faster testing by our in-house Global Client Service Laboratory results in
products that can be recognized and listed sooner, facilitating streamlined label
adoption for our customers.
- New features can quickly be added to existing, recognized products.
What’s more, our strong ties to UL and our in-depth understanding of recognition allow
us to provide invaluable support and collaboration on new UL concepts, speeding
the materials creation and increasing business opportunities for converters and brand
owners alike.
Testing Methods
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Weathering
Establishes durability of labels under accelerated
conditions of weathering
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Legibility
Establishes permanence of print after exposure to
various conditions
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Defacement
Verifies permanence when subjected to
frictional deformation after various exposures
4
Chemical Exposure
Validates durability in different chemical environments
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Water/Humidity Exposure
Ensures application strength and print legibility under
various humidity levels
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Aging Stability
Determines stability after being exposed to
elevated temperatures
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Adhesion
Demonstrates adhesive strength when bonded to
various substrates
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Abrasion
Determines facestock resistance to long-term wear
Learn More About the Global Client Service Laboratory
For additional information about the Global Client Service
Laboratory’s UL testing capabilities or to arrange a tour,
contact your Avery Dennison sales representative.
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Fasson® Customer-Ready™ Durables Portfolio
Designed to simplify durable goods labeling, the Fasson Customer-Ready
Durables portfolio streamlines the product selection, testing and qualification
processes of your label material. The portfolio is available for download at
label.averydennison.com or by requesting a copy from your Avery Dennison
sales representative.
Mentor Innovation Center
Home to the Global Client Service Laboratory, the Mentor (located in
Mentor, Ohio) Innovation Center provides innovative technical solutions and
intelligence through customer engagement, global collaboration, process
excellence and product testing that helps converters and brand owners gain
unique marketplace advantages.
Customer-Ready
Durables Portfolio
Designed to Simplify Durable Goods Labeling
About Avery Dennison
Avery Dennison (NYSE:AVY) is a global leader in labeling and packaging
materials and solutions. The company’s applications and technologies are
an integral part of products used in every major market and industry. With operations in more than 50 countries and
26,000 employees worldwide, Avery Dennison serves customers with insights and innovations that help make brands
more inspiring and the world more intelligent. Headquartered in Pasadena, California, the company reported sales
from continuing operations of $6 billion in 2012.
www.label.averydennison.com
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