Manufacturers who supply products to the defense industry must remain compliant with state, federal, and international regulations. The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) manages a large portion of the process for awarding government supply contracts and tracking military assets. Included in the DoD asset management resources is the Item Unique Identification (IUID) program that includes …

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The Unique Identifier (UID) global asset tracking program developed by the U.S. military has transformed the management of relevant equipment, inventory, and parts. The U.S. government maintains a centralized database for the UID program that includes all military assets that meet certain requirements. Any assets supplied to the military that meet the requirements must be …

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Military labels and tags are used to properly identify defense equipment and other assets that are used by the U.S. military. Because many military assets can be deployed almost anywhere in the world, it’s important that labels and tags are durable enough to survive frequent transportation and withstand conditions in a wide range of different …

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The Department of Defense (DoD) awards contracts for hundreds of billions of dollars each year. While many military contractors are large corporations, the DoD also awards a significant portion of contracts to small businesses and private civilian contractors. If you are an aspiring manufacturer looking to get a slice of the DoD pie, you need …

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Companies that manufacture parts or products for military use must be properly labeled with military data plates that meet necessary specifications. Read on to learn about the characteristics of military data plates, durability requirements, and more. A Definition of Military Data Plates Military data plates serve as identification plates for military equipment and parts. These …

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The United States military designed a series of tests, MIL-STD-810G, to test its equipment limits in a variety of conditions under which it is to be used. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at MIL-STD-810G, including its purpose, how it works, and best practices for ensuring compliance. A Definition of MIL-STD-810G Known as …

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What is the MIL-DTL-15024F? It is a performance standard that explains the acceptable physical traits of identification devices such as plates, tags, and bands used to identify equipment. What types of ID devices does MIL-DTL-15024F cover?

The following information is by no means exhaustive but meant to provide a basic understanding and general overview of MIL-STD-130. What is the MIL-STD-130?

The F-35 is classified as a 5th Generation fighter, and it features a range of technological advancements that give it a significant advantage over 4th Generation aircraft and other threats.

With so many nameplate and label material choices, it is easy to understand how some people end up buying an inferior material for their application – putting their company, themselves and their customers at risk.