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IUID Environmental Survivability Testing Report Synopsis

Discover which label material performed best in the US Navy's rigorous survivability testing.

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Crowning the Most Durable Label Material

Since its introduction in 2005, the U.S .Department of Defense’s Item Unique Identification (IUID) program has grown significantly. Millions of assets have been tagged and registered and several NATO allies have adopted the IUID barcode platform.   Because label longevity is critical to IUID (the value of the program collapses when labels are illegible or detach), the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Corona Division IUID Center conducted a study of commercially available label materials.  This report offers an unbiased, government sponsored comparison of label durability in order to help project managers identify the best label material for their operating environment(s).  In this synopsis of that report’s findings, you’ll learn:

  • The 73 different label materials that were tested
  • The 38 simulated operating environmental conditions each material faced
  • Which material performed the best overall, proving to be the most durable label material

Metalphoto Of Cincinnati Is Outstanding

Quality is excellent, lead times are reasonable and pricing is competitive. Metalphoto of Cincinnati is outstanding at supplying our metal nameplates and labels, as well as addressing our needs and expectations as good as, if not better than, any of the other suppliers. MPC works well with helping us meet the demands of our customers.

Kerry Knebel
Lift-A-Loft

Superior Products, Exceptional Value, And Outstanding Service

MPC provides superior products, exceptional value, and outstanding service in a highly professional manner. R&K Solutions highly recommends them for all high quality and durable signage products.

J. Dunkelberger
R&K Solutions
TRUSTED AROUND THE WORLD SINCE 1950

What Makes MPC’s Identification Better?

MPC OFFERS A UNIQUE & PROPRIETARY PHOTOSENSITIVE ANODIZED ALUMINUM MATERIAL OPTION: METALPHOTO

Metalphoto offers many unique features including:

  • Extreme durability in harsh environments, including lasting 20 years outdoors without fading or degredation
  • Exceptional image resolution that allows for security and microprint options
  • Ability to support a unique bar code or QR code and letter/number combination on every piece of identification
  • Available in rigid and foil thicknesses

The Superior Durability of Metalphoto©

TRUSTED FOR OVER 50 YEARS BY THE US ARMED FORCES, NASA, CATERPILLAR, AND BOEING

Metalphoto is a photosensitive anodized aluminum that can hold the line in demanding industries.  It features a sub-surface image that has the fine image resolution to support bar codes and QR codes of any symbology, and offers unparalled resistance to damage from abrasion, weather, chemicals, corrosion, and UV exposure.

Serving Customers for More Than 50 Years

Metalphoto of Cincinnati has been a leading full-service manufacturer of durable custom nameplates, panels, overlays, labels and signs for more than 50 years. Our experience is our strength, providing the knowledge and capability to deliver the best solution for your product identification needs.

Horizons Incorporated does not warrant performance of its materials in any environment.
Materials must be tested in specific anticipated operating environment.