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Independent South Florida tests confirm resistance to UV fading

Two test panels with a yellow graphic compared after UV exposure

Post-Mold Graphic XTL applications to polyethylene and painted metal panels have tested very well in one of the harshest environments on Earth—south Florida's natural cycle of condensation and ultraviolet sunlight. Q-Lab Florida technicians conducted a standard ASTM test in which visual inspection and instrumentation inspection of the panels is conducted every three months. Although the tests are on-going, the Post-Mold Graphic XTL images experienced no effect to only slight effect, scoring as high as 10 (out of 10) and the lowest an 8 in both visual and instrument testing.

Solvent-resistant AquaMark graphic passes rub tests

AquaMark solvent-resistant graphic on a part, with solvent containers
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In-house laboratory tests conclude that Aquamark decals demonstrate rub test resistance to Toluene/Methyl Ethyl Ketone 50/50 mix, Cellosolve Acetate, Butyl Cellosolve, Gasoline, Isopropyl Alcohol 99%, Fertilizer: Nitrogen, Phosphate, Potash, Graffiti removers containing Diacetone Alcohol and Dipropylene Glycol Methyl Ether, Vegetation and insect killers containing Dimethylamine Salts, Benzene Hexachloride, Sodium Chlorate, Carbaryl and other ingredients. Independent customer tests confirm the solvent-resistant properties of the AquaMark graphic.

Spectrum-shifting ChameleonMark graphic draws second looks

ChameleonMark spectrum-shifting decals with a lizard design
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For manufacturers who want customers to do a double-take look at their products, try our ChameleonMark. This spectrum-shifting decal dramatically changes colors as the part is viewed from different angles. The ChameleonMark looks great on any surface and it's especially dynamic on cylinders, curves and radius corners.

Pearlescent, metallic and fluorescent graphics grab attention

Pearlescent, metallic and fluorescent Mark-it Company graphics

All the effects available in the most innovative paint systems are available in Graphic Ink Transfer products. Use them to match your colors or to add eye-catching graphics to your parts.