Pictogram sign indicating the mandatory use of COFAN mask

"Masks are compulsory' (pictogram only) is an obligation sign in blue and a white pictogram. This signal is installed in establishments and industry in general where prevention measures for infections, such as Covid-19, are mandatory.

The sign indicates the mandatory use of face masks with a pictogram representing a person wearing a mask, while the blue color is often used in obligation signs to indicate the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

This sign is usually used in spaces and establishments where the use of this PPE is required for the safety of workers and users. We often find this kind of obligation signals in laboratories, factories, repair shops, production workshops, among other industries.

These mandatory signs are usually placed in visible and easily discernible spaces for users.

Among the most common technical characteristics of COFAN obligation signs are:

• Form: usually a circle with a blue border and a white pictogram representing a person wearing a mask.
• Size: this may vary depending on the size and location of the work area.
• Colours: security signals use specific colors to communicate their message. Blue is commonly used to indicate that personal protective equipment is compulsory.
• The material: safety signs may be made of different materials, such as plastic, aluminium or vinyl sticker. The material used will depend on the location and environment in which the signal will be placed. For example, if the signal is placed in an area where there is a lot of dust or moisture, it is advisable to use a material resistant to these conditions.

THE FOLLOWING POINT IS INSERTED:

The signs of GLASSPACK of 0,7 mm consist of a semi-rigid polymer base (PVC) with a bright white finish to which color coating and protection is applied by screen printing techniques.

Our products are Non-toxic, non-radioactive, non-combustible and resistant to aging.

• SUPPORT: A glass pack of 0,7 mm (semi-rigid PVC) of a bright white colour.
• COLOUR COATING: for use in the manufacture of products falling within heading No 8542:. Colour black, green, red, blue, yellow, orange depending on the signal type. BRIGHT FINISH, PROTECTION OF THE SIGNAL AGAINST UV RAYS.

ADHESIVE PVC SIGN (STICK)

The signs are manufactured on a self-adhesive white gloss calendered monomeric vinyl sheet.

Color coating is applied using serigraphic techniques.

The adhesive is protected against inclement weather by a glossy transparent calendered laminate.

Our products are Non-toxic, non-radioactive, non-combustible and resistant to aging.

Description of the vehicle:

• TRANSPARENT LAMINATE GLOSSY FINISH of 0,8 mm. Transparent film of CALANDRED PVC with MONOMERIC PLASTIFICANT, free of cadmium, with UV filter.
• COLOUR COATING EPOXIDE RESINS of black, green, red, blue, yellow, orange depending on the signal type.
• SELF-ADHESIVE VINYL 0,08 mm made of white PVC resin. Back side of the adhesive.

SEMI-RIGID PVC SUPPORT - GLASSPACK

Gloss-finished, high optical quality compressed PVC backing especially suitable for printing using screen printing techniques with UV curing inks in offset.

PROPERTIESS

TEST METHOD

TYPICAL VALUE

Tolerance of the thickness

>               300 £ 400 of which: ± 5%

Density

OTHER D-792

THE 53479

1.33 ± 0.01 g/cm3

Point of softening VICAT

1 kg / in oil / as samples stacked)

THAT 306 TO 50

83 ± 2 °C

Point of softening VICAT

5 kg / in oil / like samples stacked)

THAT 306 TO 50

74 ± 2 °C

Stress a the traction

THAT 527 -1/-2

45 ± 3 N/mm2

Deformation a the traction

THAT 527 -1/-2

5 ± 1%

Point of fluency

THAT 527 -1/-2

36 ± 3 N/mm2

Point of breaking

THAT 527 -1/-2

>                                     80 percent

Trial of impact

THAT 8256

>                            500 kJ/m2

Deformation the impact

THAT 8256

11 ± 2 mm

Absorption of water

OTHER D-570

THE 53495

0.004 ± 0.002 %

SELF-ADHESIVE MONOMERIC VINYL SUPPORT

Fused digital printable vinyl sheet calendered monomeric (80μ) white self-adhesive gloss.

Removable water-based acrylic adhesive, which allows the application to be fixed and removed under very light pressure with the fingers, and then lifted and repositioned if necessary.

TEST METHOD

TYPICAL VALUE

Materials

Manufacture from materials of any heading calendered monomeric

Finished

White brightness

Thickness

Micrometer Federal Bench

80 of which:

Kind of of adhesive

Manufacture from materials of any heading base water

Adherence

Pellability FTM 1 (180o)

5 N/25 mm

24 h 23°C/50%RH

Method of application

Dry

Elongation

FTM 14

The 0.5 mm

Rank of temperature of

application

-50°C a + 90°C

Kind of of substrate

Aluminium, Glass, PMMA, PC, THE ABS,

Painting

COLOURED LAYER INKS

Colour coating (as required by the signal) by means of multi-use UV cured screen inks on various plastics.

These are brightly finished inks, whose mixture of compounds and radiated curing method give them excellent elasticity and reactivity, not only in overprinting but also in bending and die-cutting.

Mixtures of oligomers, monomers, photoinitiators and pigments.

Ink contains the following dangerous elements:

• Hexametylene diacrylate

• Isobornil acrylate

• Oxybis diacrylate (methyl-2,1-ethanoediyl)

• 1-vinylhexahydro-2H-azepin-2-one

DIMENSIONS

Adhesive

Other, of circular cross-section

Other, of circular cross-section

Other, of circular cross-section

Polystyrene

Other, of circular cross-section

Other, of circular cross-section

Other, of circular cross-section

297 x 297 mm

APPLICATIONS

The obligation sign is often installed in places such as factories, laboratories, workshops and production plants where the mandatory use of this Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.

They are usually located on walls at a considerable height that is easy to read and appreciate by users, they are often installed in establishments where some physical and health risky activity is carried out. Meanwhile, they can be found in places such as:

• Plants
• Production workshops
• Manufacturing
• Manufacturing
• Laboratories
• Electrical rooms and so on.

INSTALLATION / LOCATION / PLACEMENT OF SIGNAL

Check our blog to learn how to install a sign or sign: https://www.sekureco.eu/blog/76_consejos-de-instalacion-de-senales-de-seguridad.html

To properly place an obligation sign indicating that gloves are compulsory, it is important to ensure that it is clearly visible to people entering the work area. It is recommended to place the signal at eye level and in a place where it cannot be obstructed by other objects or signals.

The FIXED the signalling element must be placed on a firm surface free from dirt.

The signal may be secured by: MECHANICAL COMPONENTS (screws, rivets, etc.) or ADHESIVES (mounting adhesive, glues, silicones, etc.) carefully, avoiding dirt on the visible surface or deformation of the surface.

MAINTENANCE AND RECOMMENDATIONS

In order to preserve the functionality for which the signalling systems have been designed, SEKURECO recommends that signals be kept free from dust, dirt or any residue or object that prevents their visibility and identification.

For cleaning it is advisable to use soapy solutions preferably, avoiding the use of solvents or abrasive products that may damage the surface of the signal.

The working temperature shall not exceed 45 °C. Higher temperatures may deform the support material.

GUARANTEE

SEKURECO offers in this product the legal guarantee of 2 years contained in Law 23/2003, of 10 July, on Guarantees in the Sale of Consumer Goods.

REGULATORY

UNE 23035-4 of December 2003 requires signals to have certain qualities of light intensity and resistance to pigment attenuation. Both the inks and the photoluminescent PVC used in our signage largely comply with these regulations. Since safety signage can help save lives, and is mandatory, use the best possible signage. Recommendations for use: Minimum sizes to be used based on meters.

ON THE HOOD

Cofan is a company with more than 15 years' experience in the hardware sector, industrial supply, and in the manufacture of safety footwear and other personal protective equipment.