Specifications for a Quality Label for Paint, Lacquer and ... - Qualicoat

Appendices• Light fastness testThis test must be performed according to ISO 105/B 02 with a minimum value of 7 on theblue scale.• Florida testThe test must be carried out in the same condition as prescribed by QUALICOATspecifications. The acceptable limits provisionally are the same stipulated in acceleratedtest. The samples for the Florida test should be prepared from sections of the dailyproduction.2.3.2 Inspection (see § 3.test report)The inspection includes the following :• Inspection of plant and equipmentAccording to § 2.2.1.• Inspection of laboratory equipmentAs specified in § 2.2.2 to ensure that the equipment is available and functional.• Inspection of decorated productsThe inspector must perform the following tests on the decorated parts :- Appearance (Specifications, 2.1)- Gloss (Specifications, 2.2.)- Coating thickness (Specifications 2.3)• Examination of registersThe inspector must check that the plant maintains a control register (see § 4 Check-list forin-house control).The inspector submits the inspection report to the general licensee.The inspection reports are assessed by the general licensee. Under the supervision ofQUALICOAT, the general licensee decides whether or not to grant a QUALIDECO licence.If the results meet the requirements, a QUALIDECO licence will be granted.If the results do not meet the requirements, the decorator will be informed that the QUALIDECOlicence cannot be granted for the time being, stating all details and reasons. The decorator mustwait at least three months before making a new application for a licence to use the quality label.11 th Edition - 48 - APPENDIX 2