The United States Department of Defense\'s standard
MIL-STD-130 encompasses specific standards mandated by the Department of
Defense with regard to identifying, marking and maintaining accurate records of
military property. All government contractors must comply with MIL-STD-130
regulations, which require that certain products be properly labeled with a
Unique Identifier (IUID marking).



The IUID marking requirement stipulates that mandated items be labeled with a
machine readable 2 dimensional data matrix bar code. Regardless of their
composition, all items must meet specific printing and/or marking
specifications. In addition, items subject to IUID marking must adhere to
stringent specifications. Specifications require that all marking must be
applied to either a stiff plastic or metal identification plate, and contain an
identification tag, band or label. IUID marking must also be located where it
is clearly visible and easily read, and markings must be permanent and
impervious to normal environmental conditions.



IUID markings are composed of character strings, numbers, or sequential bits
that are unique to the product being labeled. IUID marking regulations are
rigorous, and must include details of the product’s geographic location,
product size, serial number, agency code, a personal identification number and
both contract and order numbers. Moreover, the specified data must be globally
unique.



The IUID marking policy was established to improve asset management, lower the
cost of item management, improve inventory management, improve item
availability and provide the DoD with the ability to conduct concise audits.
The standard is also used as a guide to ascertain governmental needs when
designing specific contracts.



Through their expert input, Jet City Laser, experienced distributors of marking
and reading technologies since 1994, provided the DoD with invaluable
assistance in the development of Unique Identification techniques. Jet City
Laser offers an ironclad guarantee on all of their products, including 100%
verification that their nameplates and labels meet MIL-STD-130 requirements as
well as a 100% guarantee that all product data is archived for future
reference. The company further simplifies the complicated process of IUID
marking by offering product registration in the UID Central Registry.



All nameplates and labels manufactured by Jet City are verified to be readable
from 10 angles, an ideal solution for difficult to reach spaces, such as curved
surfaces. In accordance with DoD regulations, all materials used in the
production of IUID marking are 100% guaranteed to meet conformance
specifications for all products that they service. In addition to the company\'s
reputation for excellence in the industry, customers can expect exceptionally
speedy delivery of their orders.



Those who must comply with IUID marking regulations need not worry about the
complexities involved in complying with the mandate. Customers can rest assured
that Jet City Laser and its partner company, ID-Integration, consider providing
their customers with the proper specifications for their needs an integral part
of their job.

Contact Jet City Laser for further information and expert advice on your unique
needs.